| Developer(s) | Ontier Inc. |
|---|---|
| Stable release | 1.2.10658
/ November 3, 2009 |
| Operating system | Create on Microsoft Windows, Play on Windows, Mac OS X, Linux |
| Platform | Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X, Linux |
| Available in | English |
| Type | Asynchronous Collaboration, Screen capture |
| License | Commercial (21-day free trial) |
| Website | Pixetell.com |
Pixetell is an online communication and collaboration tool available by subscription. It permits subscribers to easily[1][2][3]produce and share screencasts, or short videos that present the contents and activity on their computer screen. Screencasts may be combined with audio voice-over, existing video files and webcam recordings to present information to the person viewing the recording; attachments may be added and sent as part of the message.[1] [2]The software allows people to communicate asynchronously; as with email, the producer and the viewer need not be online at the same time; but as with remote desktop software, it is possible to provide detailed demonstrations of computer-based tasks.[1]
Additional features include password protection,[4] the ability for the viewer to post a reply within the message, adding existing video files, and the ability to manage and edit existing Pixetell messages.
As of spring 2010 Pixetell production software is available only for Microsoft Windows; the recordings, which are displayed in Flash format, may be viewed from many operating systems, including Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux. [1] The software is offered by monthly or annual subscription; a free 21-day trial is also available.[4][5]
Features
editDepending upon the customer's preference, Pixetell messages may be stored on Pixetell's server or on the customer's server. When stored on Pixetell's server, password protection is available.
The messages may be embedded in documents, on web pages, and on online and social networking services such as eBay, YouTube and Google Wave.
Additionally, files may be attached to Pixetell messages,[6] existing video may be edited into a Pixetell message,[7] and the recipient of a message may reply directly within the message.[4]
Applications
editAs is the case with some other screen recording and screencasting software products, Pixetell's software can be used to create messages that demonstrate software features and critiques of digital documents.[8] The messages have applications in customer service, document editing, sales, training and education. The messages may be sent by email or embedded in web pages, documents, and social media sites.[3] They also have applications in education such as professional development, inter-school communication, parent/teacher communication, and project collaboration.[9] One reviewer emphasized the ability for teachers to "develop a more structured approach to verbal feedback to students."[10]
Technical and corporate details
editThe built-in "Manager" software enables the end user to edit previously-recorded Pixetell messages,[11] to track how many times a message has been viewed, to delete a message, and to send it to a different recipient.
Pixetell is the flagship product of Ontier, a company established in Portland, Oregon in 2008.
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ a b c d Posey, Brien (November 1, 2009). "Enrich Your Email". RedmondMag.com. Cite error: The named reference "redmond" was defined multiple times with different content (see the help page).
- ^ a b Alsever, Jennifer (May 3, 2010). "A $10 app saves hours of commuting". Fortune Small Business. Cite error: The named reference "CNNMoney.com" was defined multiple times with different content (see the help page).
- ^ a b Lindsay, Jeff (February 20, 2010). "Disruptive Innovation in Progress? The Pixetell Story". Conquering Innovation Fatigue. Retrieved March 20, 2010. Cite error: The named reference "innov" was defined multiple times with different content (see the help page).
- ^ a b c "Pixetell". Biztools.com. Retrieved March 20, 2010. Cite error: The named reference "biztools" was defined multiple times with different content (see the help page).
- ^ "Buy". Pixetell.com. Retrieved April 26, 2010.
- ^ Ha, Anthony (July 22, 2009). "DigitalBeat: Pixetell brings web meetings to your inbox".
- ^ "Pixetell's Multimedia Emails Get More customizable". New York Times VentureBeat. November 3, 2009.
- ^ "Playing with Pixetell: Giving Students Feedback". isabellajonesblogspot. December 24, 2009.
- ^ Kanaracus, Chris (March 2, 2009). "Move Over E-mail, Here Come 'Pixetells'". PCWorld Business Center.
- ^ "Supporting assessment for learning". Technology and Education Box of Tricks. December 24, 2009.
- ^ "Missouri Superintendent Harnesses New Communications Technology… Pixetell". American Association of School Administrators. January 8, 2010.
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