Every year, NABHUB serves as your ultimate insider’s guide to the NAB Show, delivering real-time updates, exclusive product announcements, and expert insights straight from the show floor. Whether you're tracking the latest in AI-driven production, cutting-edge camera gear, or revolutionary post-production tools, NABHUB keeps you ahead of the curve. Our dedicated team is on-site, covering keynote sessions, unveiling must-see innovations, and bringing you behind-the-scenes access to the biggest moments at NAB 2025.

Have you ever found yourself on a production, struggling to locate the perfect mic? There are so many excellent choices available—but which one should you choose, and what criteria do you use? Is it the frequency response you’re after, or perhaps the build quality while staying within a modest budget? These are real-world questions we face every day, and I believe I may have found an outstanding solution for you to try.

The DJI SDR Transmission System is unlike any other transmission system I’ve tried before. It’s the small yet powerful wireless video transmission solution I’ve been looking for. This pocket-sized system is designed for production professionals—or anyone who needs multiple ways to monitor what’s being shot on set. The DJI SDR rig is truly a beast in disguise from multiple angles. Let me explain from my perspective.

CES 2025 did not disappoint, continuing its tradition as the premier showcase for cutting-edge technology. Unsurprisingly, Artificial Intelligence (AI) dominated nearly every professional and consumer product category, underscoring its transformative role across industries. While AI took center stage, other groundbreaking technologies like Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) also gained traction. Attendees were treated to stunning new displays, high-speed storage solutions, and innovative devices designed to revolutionize workflows. Let’s dive into some of the most buzzworthy highlights from CES 2025.

Let’s kick things off by sharing a little secret with our friends and colleagues at ProductionHUB: This is hands-down one of our favorite assignments of the year! Who doesn’t love discovering something shiny and new under the tree? (Okay, I’ll admit it—it’s me who can’t resist all the new gadgets!)

From cutting-edge technologies such as Adobe’s Generative AI to a plethora of innovative products, the 2024 NAB Show proved to be an incredibly bustling event from my perspective. Every participant, from exhibitors to attendees, infused the floor with palpable energy that was both visible and tangible. If you were fortunate enough to be present, I'm sure you can attest to the atmosphere.

You know, it feels like we only just finished up the awesome 2023 NAB, and here we are, 2024 NAB is already knocking on our door! But hey, that's cool because there's already tons of excitement buzzing around this year's show in the industry. So, let's jump straight into it!

I recently had the opportunity to speak with Elton Carneiro, Senior Director, Partnerships and James Flores Jr. Product Manager M & E, from Backblaze. Backblaze is a company that focuses on cloud storage and has amassed an impressive client list of studios, production facilities, and other A list clients. I wanted to learn more about the process of storing data in the cloud and also to find out more about what was going on in this rapidly growing area in the production and post production workflow.

You know the feeling — you're on a shoot or edit and you notice you're running out of SD cards, and even worse, running out of time. Admittedly, we've all experienced this at some point. So, what are you supposed to do in these situations? I found a really simple solution to those problems in a recent review I conducted testing out the Dual Slot SDXC USC-II USB-C Card Reader and OWC ATLAS ULTRA 256GB SD Card from OWC, also known as Other World Computing. Needless to say, I came away quite impressed from the experience, but first let's dive into some physical observations.

We're going to start by delving into the world of video switchers by considering your specific production requirements. Are you aiming for a production akin to the Grammys or Oscars, with numerous cameras and intricate graphics? Or perhaps you need a switcher capable of managing a vast array of cameras and sources? On the other hand, maybe you're looking to elevate a local event or service with a few cameras and mixed audio, aiming for a high-end production feel without the extravagant budget. Rest assured, there's a video switcher out there perfectly suited to meet your needs and elevate your production to the next level.