Mobile Publishing Accessories
For the best “hands off” streaming experience we recommend you have a few items to give your viewers the highest quality live stream possible. For example:
Baseball/Softball: You will want to mount your camera to the outside of a baseball/softball backstop so the lens is stable and centered between the diamond fence opening.
For basketball, tennis or volleyball you may want to mount your camera on a standard tripod or use an extra tall extension tripod to get an even better view.
If you are at a location that doesn’t have a power outlet, you may require a power bank to keep your devices charging throughout your event.
When using a phone, you can also experiment with wide angle lens attachments to capture the right amount of the field or court depending on how far away from the action your camera is.
If you plan to use your phone you can get a very solid and flexible mount (like the image to the right).
If you prefer not to have your expensive phone tied up during games, add the hi quality, yet very affordable Yi4K Action camera. You may also use the GoPro Hero 7, a simple iPod or even an old iPhone (with no sim card) as the broadcasting camera.
Other items that are helpful are a power bank (you may already have) to keep your camera device charged throughout the day of streaming and some type of bag or pouch with a hook/clip that you can store your power bank and/or external data hotspot if you use one.
YourGameCam monthly streaming service plans are available. Currently, we are offering a 5 day free trial to test out the mobile publishing services! Remember these fees cover everyone watching for free (no pay-per-view) and you can offset fees by getting some team sponsors who want their ads displayed on your live and replay channel.
Yi4K Action Camera
This action camera integrates seamlessly with the YourGameCam Live Streaming Platform and gives a great wide angle view with clear audio which is ideal for many sports including baseball, softball, basketball, volleyball, tennis, etc. The affordable price point makes it a great option for those wanting to keep their valuable phone from being tied up or in harm’s way during sports events.
Mobile Phone Holder and Fence Mount - (Get 2!)
When using a mobile phone to stream baseball/softball you will want 2 of these on hand. One will securely mount to the fence and the other will hold your mobile phone in place throughout the event.
When using the Yi4K camera you will only need 1 of these to mount to the fence.
Mini Double Ball Head Tripod adapter
This handy little device helps position the camera at just the right angle. When using a mobile phone this goes between the 2 mobile phone holder/fence mounts. When using the Yi4K camera you will mount the camera on one end of this and the fence mount on the other end.
Portable Power Bank charger
If you are live streaming at a location without a power outlet, you will likely want a way to keep your devices charged. If you don’t have a power bank already, this 20,000 mAh portable charger will get the job done. We really like the very clear % remaining display, so you know exactly how much power is left at all times.
Utility Pouch for Power Bank and WIFI Hotspot
This is a useful bag/pouch to hold your power bank and wifi hotspot hooked on the fence near your phone or camera. Flexible storage compartments for various accessories. Comes with a carabiner clip to attach to fence.
SanDisk Ultra 128GB microSDXC UHS-I card with Adapter - 100MB/s
Transfer read speeds of up to 100MB/s. Rated A1 for faster app performance. UHS Speed Class U1 and Speed Class 10. Shockproof, temperature-proof, waterproof, and X-ray-proof (Card only). 10-year limited manufacturer warranty.
Micro USB Cable, [10ft] by Anker, High Speed 2.0 USB A Male to Micro USB Sync & Charging Nylon Braided Cable
America’s Leading USB Charging Brand serving 10 million+ happy users and counting. Faster and safer charging with our leading technology. Premium nylon fabric feels great and doesn't tangle. Convenient cable length is 10 feet. Superb Fit: Compact, 24 carat gold-plated connector heads resist heat and corrosion and fit most cases. Unmatched 18-Month Warranty.
ZTE Velocity 2 (2nd Gen) 4G LTE Mobile WiFi Hotspot
The perfect hotspot when using YourGameCam Mobile Publishing with the Yi4K action camera or mobile device as the camera. New and improved Velocity 2 upgraded and revamped version to improve performance and battery life. Contact us for special AT&T service plans. Does not come with a SIM Card.
NETGEAR 4G LTE Modem (LB1120) with WAN Ethernet Port
A great hotspot when you are planning to use YourGameCam permanent cameras and need an Ethernet connection in conjunction with AT&T hotspot service. Fast 4G LTE speeds with 4G to 3G fallback support. Two TS-9 connectors available to connect optional 4G/3G antennas to improve performance. Contact us for special AT&T service plans.
VicTsing 3 in 1 Wide Angle Camera Lens
A wide angle lens (still looking for the best product in this line) is helpful when using your mobile phone as the camera on baseball/softball fields where the backstop is very close to home plate. The wide angle lens allows you to see the full field without cutting off part of the infield. VicTsing camera lens for iphone works great on most types of mobile phones, including 7/ 6s/ 6/ 5/ 5s/ 4 iPad Air 2/1 Samsung Galaxy and most android smart phones. Please make sure the thickness of the cellphone is no more than 0.6in and the distance between camera and the edge' of the cellphone is no more than 1.57in.
13Ft Tall Tripod Extension Stand For High Camera Angle
This is great for sports that need a high camera angle like Volleyball, Basketball, Martial Arts, Wrestling, etc… Extends to 13 feet tall to get a great view angle. Has 4 Sections, 5/8" Stud with 1/4"-20 Threaded Top and 1 Year Manufacturer's Warranty. If you use this with the Yi4K camera, you will want a standard ball head to be able to swivel the camera in a slightly downward angle.
YourGameCam Carabiner Safety Clip
This custom YourGameCam carabiner clip can be used as a safety clip to protect your Phone or Yi4K Action Camera from falling to the ground in the rare case where the mount gets dislodged from the fence. Contact us directly to order this clip.
In a hurry? Get something Local that works
If you are planning to stream today or you don’t have time to order online with the above links, you can likely get by with a “gorilla-type” phone mount from a local store like Best Buy, Staples, Target, which will be able to hook to or grab the chain link fencing to position the phone camera lens through a fence opening.
We suggest you do an online search for “iphone tripod” and click the shopping tab and check the "Available Nearby” box to see what local stores may have something like this image.