qik
Qik is one of the first applications I install on a brand new smartphone. The install process is really “qik” and the application is ready to go in a few minutes. Most people who see it in action for the first time find it hard to believe that I’m streaming live video through my phone.
I use Qik to do four things on a regular basis. First, I stream short videos of my students in action. They come from different parts of the country (and the world) and their families and friends would love to see how they’re doing in school. Second, I stream videos of my colleagues and friends’ “light moments”. You know, taking a Starbuck’s break, a fellowship meal at Mang Inasal, that rare Videoke Night, a quick trip to Baguio… Third, I stream videos of church people fulfilling their prophetic commitment (joining the people’s SONA, making a stand against extra-judicial killings, protecting Mother Earth). Last, I stream videos of family gatherings. We’re all over the place and live video streams are better, much, better than pictures.
And, yes, all these video streams were taken with the consent of the subjects.
If you haven’t tried Qik, fire up your phone’s browser and go to d.qik.com.
