Qik gets DROID support, DVD-resolution streaming video dreams come true
Our favorite live video-broadcasting service just upped the ante last night. Qik has gone ahead and introduced not only support for Android 2.0 and the Motorola DROID, but the capability to stream 720×480 video live right from the handset. Because the camera supports that resolution, dummies. We’ve taken it out for a spin and have been pretty blown away by the video quality and also the updated interface and UI. If you want to download the DROID-specific version, you’ll need to shoot an email over to Qik. Sample video and the email address along with press release is after the break.
Droid Does Qik!
Our eyes popped a few weeks back when we first learned about the powerful Motorola Droid and the potential it has with its amazing camera. We set out to enhance our Android client to not just have the basic Droid and Android 2.0 support – but also showcase the power of the device. Today we are really excited to announce that no only can you download the Qik client from the Android Marketplace that supports Droid, but also request early beta access to a high-res Qik client for Droid that can capture videos in DVD resolution.
Share your experiences in DVD resolution
With this device we are raising the bar on quality – yet again! Qik for Droid can now capture of DVD resolution (720×480) video – first ever by any live mobile video provider. If you are interested in giving this beta version a try send an email to droidbeta@qik.com
Droid and Android 2.0 support
We have reworked our UI to support Droid’s amazing new high resolution screen.
Sharing gets more personal with improved Speed Sharing Ribbon
The Qik Speed Sharing Ribbon(TM) makes it easy to share what you are seeing with your friends. You can create shortcuts to select contacts from your phone and place them in the Speed Sharing Ribbon so that the next time you Qik you can share your Qiks with them with just a tap on the screen. You can even record your Qiks as private and share them privately just by selecting a person from the Speed Sharing Ribbon. Also, you can setup your sharing preferences for your favorite social networks like Facebook, Twitter and YouTube right from the phone and have them appear on the Speed Sharing Ribbon enabling you to share your Qiks with ease.
So, equip your new Droid device with Qik by downloading it from the Android Marketplace and let us know what you think by sending an email to android@qik.com.
The DROID offers pretty loud ring tones, while its vibro alert is not as good, unfortunately. As far as call quality is concerned, it proved to be a fine performer. All in all, I have no gripes with it on this front.
Given that my main phone these days is the Nokia N97, plus I’ve got the HTC Hero as my secondary phone, I was elated to get the mix of these two devices in the Motorola Milestone. Hero’s flexibility and interface speed with a keyboard that tops that of the N97. Surprisingly, the Milestone is a decent phone with great build quality and a dazzling display. The thing that will hold it back a little, though, is its price tag – 400-450 Euro without a contract (set to land on most markets in December).
Those who are looking for a QWERTY-enabled device jam-packed with features and a likable, speedy interface, the Milestone is the way to go. In fact, there aren’t many phone like that out there – maybe the Nokia N900, but it’s considerably slower, less stable and doesn’t offer comparable functionality out of the box. In my opinion, the choice is very clear and Nokia is not what’s on my mind. “Milestone” is a very fitting name for this phone – it will make an impact on the market and won’t go unnoticed. Those who are into expensive and well-crafted things, should definitely put the Motorola Milestone on their short lists.
Source: http://www.mobile-review.com/review/motorola-milestone-en.shtml
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i just got the new beta app and it looks nothing like that. what gives?
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@Korah
you are obviously superficial and narcissistic. You have said nothing in any of your replies other than it is ugly. How about making an argument based on tangible facts instead of where someone shops.
Sorry did not want to offend someone I was not chatting with. Sorry if you are his boyfriend..
What is Qik anyway?
Me too, testing the beta app, but not getting any results like the one above. Even close. Here’s a sample: http://qik.ly/qM77