They're going to ban Smartphone use at shows

LukinFan

I was in an area a couple of weekends ago where I had zero service. It as actually pretty nice. A little strange at first, but then I actually enjoyed it.

PillowPants

funny this was bumped

higher quality phones haven't helped this

sheri zona

Pokemon Go has replaced the Kardashians as my least favorite thing about today's society. Please fellow PJers and 10 clubbers...just say no. I miss the old days when the whole crowd was together, enjoying the moment...being a part of the moment, not digitizing it.

Spiritual_Chaos

sheri zona said:

...just say no.

drakeheuer14

The phone problem wont go away. Especially because the same people complaining about it at the shows are the same people that beg for a periscope of the full thing when they cant go.

Lifted

I find the constant filming and picture taking at shows to be a pathetic way to enjoy the experience, but I support their use. For 'better than nothing videos' if nothing else.

bigdeath

http://pitchfork.com/news/66471-apple-patents-technology-that-could-prevent-you-from-filming-taking-photos-at-concerts/

In 2009, Apple applied for a patent on a sophisticated new camera technology using infrared signals. When the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office published the application in 2011, reports focused on how the technology could, among other things, block people from taking photos and filming concerts. Yesterday, Apple won approval for the patent, as 9to5Mac and Patently Apple were first to note.

According to the patent, the technology allows a camera to detect not just visible light, but also infrared data. In some cases, the device could use the infrared data to show a user information related to a nearby object, such as an exhibit in a museum. In other cases, the device could use the infrared data to disable the device’s recording functions. As an example, the patent includes an illustration of a band performing onstage as a camera screen shows the text “RECORDING DISABLED.” (See it below.)

As The New York Times reported back in 2011, “The recording industry could easily use this technology to disable a camera during a music concert by blasting an infrared signal from the stage and in turn disabling an iPhone from recording the concert for purposes of sharing it online, violating copyright laws.”

An Apple spokesperson declined to comment to Pitchfork. Apple and other companies frequently file for patents, many of which never reach the market.

mrussel1

Lifted said:

I find the constant filming and picture taking at shows to be a pathetic way to enjoy the experience, but I support their use. For 'better than nothing videos' if nothing else.

Hey thanks!
It is a mixed bag, but our guys are using only real cameras, not cell phones. And you can't hold something above your head, it will just produce shitty video. So it shouldn't disturb other.

facepollution

Yeah a bit of a mixed view on this, it is highly annoying when everyone has their phone in the air, but then some classic videos have been filmed on people's phones. Can't we just appoint one filmer at every show?!
In seriousness though, couldn't bands just produce basic videos of their own shows, upload them themselves and enjoy the revenue they make?

Free

sheri zona said:

Pokemon Go has replaced the Kardashians as my least favorite thing about today's society. Please fellow PJers and 10 clubbers...just say no. I miss the old days when the whole crowd was together, enjoying the moment...being a part of the moment, not digitizing it.

This!!

pjalive21

Free said:

sheri zona said:

Pokemon Go has replaced the Kardashians as my least favorite thing about today's society. Please fellow PJers and 10 clubbers...just say no. I miss the old days when the whole crowd was together, enjoying the moment...being a part of the moment, not digitizing it.

This!!

second this one...seeing people aimlessly walking around while staring at their phones like zombies getting excited about picking up a fake character off the ground...just the further dumbing down of society

Big Bank Hank

They already ban any sort of discussion that is even the least bit controversial, I think sometimes the mods favorite thing is to go around and lock threads, this forum has become a very poor reflection of the band, I am done here, and if they keep banning stuff, eventually I will probably stop going to shows too, sad to see this transition turning Pearl Jam into a corporate band. This is my last post, the inability to discuss anything meaningful or controversial here has made it too lame to stick around, best wishes to everyone, down with the board Nazis, I know many fans on Facebook who left for the same reason.

F Me In The Brain

Big Bank Hank said:

They already ban any sort of discussion that is even the least bit controversial, I think sometimes the mods favorite thing is to go around and lock threads, this forum has become a very poor reflection of the band, I am done here, and if they keep banning stuff, eventually I will probably stop going to shows too, sad to see this transition turning Pearl Jam into a corporate band. This is my last post, the inability to discuss anything meaningful or controversial here has made it too lame to stick around, best wishes to everyone, down with the board Nazis, I know many fans on Facebook who left for the same reason.

Departure #3? 1,300?

Peace out brother.

mrussel1

^^hysterical.

deadendp

Big Bank Hank said:

They already ban any sort of discussion that is even the least bit controversial, I think sometimes the mods favorite thing is to go around and lock threads, this forum has become a very poor reflection of the band, I am done here, and if they keep banning stuff, eventually I will probably stop going to shows too, sad to see this transition turning Pearl Jam into a corporate band. This is my last post, the inability to discuss anything meaningful or controversial here has made it too lame to stick around, best wishes to everyone, down with the board Nazis, I know many fans on Facebook who left for the same reason.

I suspect that referring to the board mods as Nazis isn't going to gain you any love from them, not that you were looking for that.

Best wishes on your travels onward.

2-feign-reluctance

Big Bank Hank said:

They already ban any sort of discussion that is even the least bit controversial, I think sometimes the mods favorite thing is to go around and lock threads, this forum has become a very poor reflection of the band, I am done here, and if they keep banning stuff, eventually I will probably stop going to shows too, sad to see this transition turning Pearl Jam into a corporate band. This is my last post, the inability to discuss anything meaningful or controversial here has made it too lame to stick around, best wishes to everyone, down with the board Nazis, I know many fans on Facebook who left for the same reason.

For a pot smoker you sure are wound tight! Goodbye, again!

JWPearl

facepollution said:

Yeah a bit of a mixed view on this, it is highly annoying when everyone has their phone in the air, but then some classic videos have been filmed on people's phones. Can't we just appoint one filmer at every show?!
In seriousness though, couldn't bands just produce basic videos of their own shows, upload them themselves and enjoy the revenue they make?

This is a good point..

Tristelune

Do I like watching a periscope of a PJ show from time to time? Yes. Will I miss it? For a couple of week probably. Does it enhance my music life? I wouldn't say so, just quick seen quick forgot 99% of the time. Have I been bothered by Smartphones at shows? Yes definitely so that's a no brainer for me. There are better ways to remember (and to live!) a special moment than watching a bad video with a creepy sound. The same video you won't be watching again until you forgot how bad it was.

facepollution said:

Yeah a bit of a mixed view on this, it is highly annoying when everyone has their phone in the air, but then some classic videos have been filmed on people's phones. Can't we just appoint one filmer at every show?!
In seriousness though, couldn't bands just produce basic videos of their own shows, upload them themselves and enjoy the revenue they make?

Yes, I often wondered why they wouldn't make more video footage available. Found no solid answer though.

MickeyMouse

The technology is already in place to "ban" cell phones at events while still allowing you to hold on to your phone.

Last year Dave Chappelle used Yondr and their smartphone-locking pouches at some of his shows. They're basically sleeves available in three sizes, which you put your phone into. Once you enter the "no phone zone", the pouch locks, preventing you from accessing your phone. If you need to make a call or use the phone for any reason, just leave the "zone" and the pouch unlocks. At the time, Yondr said they could handle up to 20,000 seat venues with their technology.

So it's out there. Comedians like Chappelle and Hannibal are already using it.

PJ_Soul

Oh wow, Hank's said adios again eh? I can't help but be amused by the fact that he finds Facebook to be more agreeable, lol, when Facebook is in fact a total cesspool. Bye Hank! Until next time!