Exploring the feasibility and options for wireless webcams with Bluetooth or WiFi connectivity for professional use. Key highlights from the discussion include:
- Interest in webcams that can connect via Bluetooth for wireless operation, aiming for at least 1080p video quality.
- Challenges in transmitting high-quality video wirelessly, including the need for the receiver to be recognized by the computer as a webcam.
- Potential solutions involving wireless HDMI transmitters, though they require an HDMI capture card and a camera with HDMI out.
- Mentions of Bluetooth (BT) webcams from noname brands, noting the limited range (~5m) and uncertainty about driver compatibility and power supply issues due to the absence of cables.
- Information about GoPro's capability for direct RTMP streaming.
- Discoveries that mobile devices can be used as webcams with the help of specific applications.
This summary encapsulates the exploration and shared insights among professionals regarding the use of wireless webcam technologies like Bluetooth and WiFi, including practical considerations and potential solutions.