A new year is upon us and the question that comes our way year after year is “what’s the next big thing” … if only we knew. We do know that live streaming is becoming more and more popular. Did you know Meerkat has more than two-million registered users and Twitter’s Periscope app now has two million daily active users … we recently read a stat that said Periscope users watch 40-years worth of video every day. Wait, WHAT?!? Now that’s A LOT of screen time. It’s certainly no surprise that Facebook is adding streaming functionality as well.

In April, there’s actually a new technical device that will be available that is going to make high quality, live streaming more of a reality. Currently, devices like the iPhone, that can create a live feed are really hard to watch for extended periods. Seriously! It can be flat out nauseating to watch them. Now there will be a new camera on the market called a Movi. It’s produced by Livestream, and it’s suppose to be pretty remarkable. It is a single device, 4K live streaming camera designed for users who want a more professional looking live stream. The Movi, which is expected to retail for $399, will give streamers a multi-camera directors dashboard on their iPhone. Now that’s something we’re interested in seeing.

Here’s more info on Movi: http://www.digitaltrends.com/photography/livestreams-movi-gives-you-multi-camera-sheen-within-a-pint-sized-package/ 

Also, here’s an article from Inc. Magazine that we enjoyed that focuses on social media predictions in 2016: http://www.inc.com/amy-vernon/the-future-of-social-media-5-predictions-for-2016.html

It’s certainly an interest time we live in.