Is it possible that Eye-Fi could make its range of geo-tagging’, Wi-Fi sharin’ cards any more useful? We didn’t think so, but it turns out we were dead wrong. The company has today released the Eye-Fi Pro, a 4GB SD card with a couple of very handy new features.
First, the cards finally support RAW files. Previously, only jpeg images could be geo-tagged and sent over Wi-Fi, but now you can use it with proper images. Next, and possibly more important for some, is that the cards work with ad-hoc Wi-Fi networks. This means that you no longer need a Wi-Fi router to get connected — if you set up an ad-hoc network using your laptop, for instance, then the Eye-Fi Pro can connect direct. Handy for wireless tethered shooting away from power outlets.
Eye-Fi has another new trick, one which will apply to all its cards via the Eye-Fi manager. You know the lock feature on the camera, the one which lets you protect a photo against deletion? Now it’s actually useful. Lock a file and Eye-Fi will engage in Selective Transfer, which in English means you can choose which photos get transferred. This is particularly useful with huge RAW files.
I have a question for the you, the readers. I’m thinking of picking up an Eye-Fi card to use back in Spain. Has anyone had any luck using the cards for geo-tagging in Europe?
The Pro costs $150 and is available now.
Product page [Eye-Fi. Thanks, Gina!]
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