some swear by the awesome videography capability of their iPhone 4 (or 4S) but a HD footage does not equate to a good audio sound. this is especially true when you are using it to record interviews, cos' the last thing you want is to push the phone a inch too close to your...

Belkin LiveAction Mic
(photos: Photojojo) Belkin LiveAction Mic | US$40.00 | www.belkin.com

some swear by the awesome videography capability of their iPhone 4 (or 4S) but a HD footage does not equate to a good audio sound. this is especially true when you are using it to record interviews, cos’ the last thing you want is to push the phone a inch too close to your interviewee’s face. that’s where the Belkin LiveAction Mic comes in. it is a miniature boom mic that attaches to your iPhone’s audio jack that offers two mode of sound recording: directional and super-directional. the former captures multi-layered sound typical of concerts and live events, while the latter allows you to record lectures and memos with optimal clarity. all you have to do is to snap on this nifty gadget accessory, select your setting, point and start the camera or recorder rolling. it runs on its own AAA battery, relieving your iPhone from any additional power burden. it even works with your iPhone case on. sweet. the Belkin LiveAction Mic or the iPhone Boom Mic as Photojojo as termed it, cost just $40 a pop. click through for a few more look.