'World's first' 4G connected camera enables live broadcasts

12th June 2015

EE mobile

Jordan Mulcare

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Inspired by consumers’ ever-increasing desire to communicate and connect instantaneously, as demonstrated by the boom in live-broadcasting apps, EE have released a 4G camera. The 4GEE Action Cam provides an opportunity to live broadcast unmissable life moments with family and friends, extending experiences and revolutionising the fast-growing action camera market.

Live action enthusiasts can broadcast their video moments via the multimedia streaming platform skeegle and store on an SD card to re-live those moments. It is capable of capturing full HD video (1080p), 720p for broadcast and 13MP stills. The camera also allows users to drop the resolution to standard definition in favour of a higher frame rate, 60fps, perfect for capturing ultra-smooth action footage, such as cycling and other fast moving adventure sports.

The action cam comes with a lightweight case to protect the camera from knocks and bumps, as well a fully waterproof case which protects it up to 60m. It also provides three hours of active battery life and space for up to 64GB external memory, allowing users to go higher, farther and deeper while capturing every moment.

The camera includes an accompanying viewfinder watch, which provides a simple and convenient way to frame pictures and video and lets the user stay in control with a quick glance at the wrist. The watch can also take photos and start/stop recording with a simple press of a button, so the filmmaker doesn’t have to fiddle with the camera itself when they’re in the heat of the action.

Similarly, the Action Cam app, available on iOS and Android, allows the user to have complete control over all camera functions and settings, with the added option of managing pictures, videos, data usage and top-ups.

The live broadcast functionality of the 4GEE Action Cam is powered by skeegle, the new secure personal broadcasting service that lets users broadcast their life live to friends and family.

Skeegle has three main functions: Broadcast (live streaming), Replay (your personal programme guide containing all your skeegle videos) and Circles (the way you create and manage your contact groups). Once the user has created a Circle of friends from their mobile contacts, they can immediately stream live to them by simply pressing the 'Broadcast' icon. Each skeegle stream can last up to 10 minutes and unlike other live mobile broadcasting services, skeegle is totally personal, only friends, family and contacts that you invite can see your stream.