YoloBox Mini - A Pocket-Sized Live Streaming Solution Made EASY!?

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

The new YoloBox Mini is here! Let me know your thoughts. Timestamps and links are below! This video took forever, so if you enjoyed it please leave a thumbs up! Thanks again for watching. Video Chapters: 0:00 - About 0:13 - About & Disclaimer 0:55 - Size & Price 1:13 - Stream to Multiple Platforms 1:33 - 5.5” Touchscreen 1:43 - Live Stream, Record, or Field Monitor 2:10 - YoloBox Pro Processor Inside! 2:38 - YoloBox Mini and ATEM Mini 2:59 - Where can you use YoloBox Mini? 3:27 - Inputs and Outputs 4:03 - Exhaust Fan 4:33 - Qualcomm 660 Processor 4:50 - YoloBox Mini vs Pro vs Standard 5:17 - YoloBox Multi-Streaming Service 5:34 - Setting up a Live Stream 7:21 - Live Streaming Options 8:33 - Backup Live Stream Recording Segmentation 9:25 - Live Chat 9:43 - Scoreboard 10:33 - Titles and Lower Thirds 11:40 - Image Overlay 12:19 - Countdown Timer 12:42 - Countdown timer, Logo, and Lower Third Example 13:02 - Screen Brightness Adjust 13:14 - Audio Quality & External Audio Sync 14:34 - Audio Clicking & Glitching 14:59 - Thoughts on the Audio Quality 15:23 - Playback & Recording (FAQ) 15:33 - Mixing Audio Channels (FAQ) 15:46 - How loud is the fan? (FAQ) 16:03 - Overheating Issues? (FAQ) 16:22 - Pros, Cons, and Firmware Bugs -- 💲 Buy it online 🛒 B&H - bhpho.to/3KKDJkR 🛒 Amazon De - amzn.to/3khSm7x 🛒 Amazon Au - amzn.to/3uSSJrH 🛒 Amazon Uk - amzn.to/36eIILE 🛒 Amazon Ca - amzn.to/3rs4sei 💲 Manfrotto Pixi Tripod 🛒 B&H - bhpho.to/3EiYL7Q 🛒 Amazon De - amzn.to/3lYbOXe 🛒 eBay USA - ebay.us/USrVRR 🛒 Amazon AU - amzn.to/3xvAA4P affiliate links

[@brendonmoloy5641]

Wow! The first review video on the YoloBox Mini ever! I was just eager to know about new products, then your video comes up. You are amazing! YoloLiv has really changed the game with their YoloBox line. They basically have a product at every price point now. I had a OGYB before the pandemic (then got a Pro when they first released) and between using them myself and they definitely more than paid for themselves. One of my best gear investments. Now, the YoloBox Mini, can’t wait to get my hands on it! Thank you so much for this valuable and knowledgeable video!

[@YoloLivTech]

Hi Shane. Thanks for the video! Quality is awesome as usual! The audio clicking and Chinese menu should be fixed already in our most recent update!

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Thanks, I'll test the new firmware when I get a chance. I updated the unit as soon as I powered it on the other week. I'll see if the new firmware is available.

[@buildingsheriff]

Well done, Shane. First review up of this product. It looks good. Definitely useful for things like weddings, funerals and small live streams.

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Thanks mate :).

[@Landmarq]

Question about the audio clicking. Was the audio clicking only when you were using the line/ mic ports? Is there any clicking when using the HDMI source's audio?

[@StringrPress]

This is what I needed. Then I can work up to more expensive models.

[@TEOPRODUCCIONES]

Hello, do you know if with the yolobox mini I can add a chronometer for live soccer matches? Thanks for your answers

[@shutterhouse]

Yeah, it's a pretty neat thing. Sometimes I am a little annoyed of the limitations but I gonna use it anyway as my "Connection-Device" for my Sprolink NeoLIVE R2. BTW, I was wondering, why you haven't covered it so far. Do you know that? You should give it a try. Really love that one. And of course, great video as alwyas :)

[@johnmackey5150]

As soon as it comes out I'm getting it!

[@Thebayplanes]

Great video !! What mixer did you use to connect the mics you tried ? Thank you

[@undergroundnews_dk]

This a cute size the mini but does it provide SRT/NDI5 it would be very usefull but can it only do rtmp/rtmps ? What format does it record in and how big card does it handle ? just like it streams out or dnxhd options maybe ? I can almost do this today with a RPI4+camlink+powerbank but you can compare this box this with maybe a Teradek vidiu. The option to add graphics is nice and option to change mic input and view the chat is also nice. note: I have buyed a rgblink mini+ and i have just updated the firmware to and now its better/usefull with pip and splitscreen/chromakey. After upgrading i needed to turn/on/off interlaced input - it looks like

[@SteveVickAK]

Does the USB input work for a webcam?

[@larryvaughn5087]

An informative and well-made video like always! I like this pocket-sized more portable live streaming encoder. Since it has the same CUP as YoloBox Pro, I believe there will be more awesome updates and new features!

[@gospelvibesintl]

Hello, I want to purchase the Feelworld L1 V1 video switcher. But I would like to know if I connect the switcher to a camera located 50meter, will there be problems with the video quality?

[@adryanggayeta]

They now have switching feature on the Mini like the Pro and you can also inviting guest(equiavalent to adding a wireless camera source) which is totally amazing! $699 price range is unbeatable for what it can do!

[@StringrPress]

Damn for the price this is great for someone just starting.

[@mitmat4d-livestreaming]

Great video as always. 2 questions. Is there an option for audio delay? And can the multiple ports for internet be bonded? Cheers

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

There's no additional audio sync options, but as you can see from the Audio section, it's in sync already.

[@mitmat4d]

@@GeekyNerdyTechy thanks for the reply. Was thinking of having this connected to a livepro l1 or atem mini for portable setups.

[@marcusstenbeck]

Great review! Do you know if Yololiv will fix the audio issue before releasing the YB Mini? What did the audio that you threw away sound like? I’m having some wild audio issues with my OG YB and was hoping maybe the new unit would have improved audio.

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

It should be sorted out in the next firmware update. I just got an email about it today. I had the most recent software as of shooting his video which was the pre-production software.

[@frankfengzhu]

Yes we will. We released another update already and should have fixed that!

[@marcusstenbeck]

@@frankfengzhu Nice! I was about to get a YB Mini, but saw that it can't play video clips so I'm stuck with the OG YB. Are there any plans to get audio updates for the OG? I can provide detailed descriptions of the issues I have.

[@alexandrosroussos]

Thank you ! Liked/subbed. Got a couple of questions about the limitations you mention : - you say we only have an audio source : what about the ability to have people joining using a link we send to them ? do we get their audio additionally to their video feed ? - you say we cannot playback and record at the same time ? I thought we could add a video file as one of the video sources, is that untrue ? Finally I notice you don't mention the ability to use a USB webcam or USB capture card (any UVC device) through the Yolobox mini's USB port as a second local video sources.

Hi. Thx for this. I was waiting but only one hdmi in? no. Only to connect my atem mini to that and have more inputs, if that is possible. Make me think about Roland v-02hd mkII....

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

They already have multiple HDMI input versions of this. Check the playlist I put in the cards or search for YoloBox in KZbin

[@Mikephotos]

Don't forget if you need a second camera you can get a hdmi to usb game capture adapter to plug in a second hdmi camera and you can mix Audio sources now.

[@SteveVickAK]

Thanks, that was my main question.

[@husainahmedchowdhury1017]

Which microphone can be used on the yolobox mini?

[@frankluo230]

I think 2 hdmi plus a USB input is a good compromise, then USB C output is a must. This mini is a bit too limiting.

[@frankfengzhu]

USB webcam out is coming soon via a firmware update!

[@hugotradio]

Thank you! :)

[@estudio7tv]

what about the Original Yolobox and Pro version? they can now stream 1080 / 60fps?

[@denialvanish]

Too expensive for just one HDMI input. Any chance they will add another by allowing video through the USB port like on first Yolobox?

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Possibly but at this stage I couldn't get that to work

[@aipztv5247]

Excelente video, muchas gracias.

[@CityWalks]

I'm a bit confused about streaming through YoloLiv. Do you need a paid Yolocast subscription ($69/month) or is there a free option? Thanks.

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

It's free to stream to the regular services if you own the hardware. If you need to stream with something else, I think that's where YoloCast comes in.

[@patrickmccutchan4856]

Can an NDI camera be connected to the Ethernet?

[@peregrinandoporpuertorico8293]

How does it compare with the Gh5II internal live stream?

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

So far, the GH52 looks better to my eye but it's close. The audio on the GH52 is better at this point as well.

[@estudio7tv]

can you use Elgato Cam Link 4K for an extra HDMI input?

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

No, it's a single device only. Their larger units have more HDMI inputs. :)

[@JesusLozano]

Don't you need an encoder for this to stream?

[@livesportsvideo]

Wow I love it. Aaron Pareki was right.

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

I don’t know who that is but this was the first of the review videos to hit KZbin. It’s a cool little unit that does a range of things.

[@livesportsvideo]

@@GeekyNerdyTechy I may have mispelt his name (Parecki) but he's done reviews on the OG and the PRO, and did suggest to Yololiv that perhaps a mini version was needed to fill a gap, one that can be used as a remote contribution to a stream as you can bring in livestream from another device. It seems they listened and he was right.

[@wallacenock7423]

Hi Shane I have a question. I am a street busker in the UK. I play guitar with a looper and I sing. All of audio goes into a Bose Tonematch mixer and then out to a speaker. I am very keen to start streaming my live busking to twitch and you tube. My question is how to get my audio from the mixer to their Yolo Box either the mini or the mid size one. Could you maybe shed some light on this. Thanks

[@TheSeanBampton]

Probably an audio splitter cable?

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

You could get an XLR adapter for your camera and run the audio into that.

[@dawie1968]

@@TheSeanBampton Mixer out to mini jack line in of yolo, set up your desk mix then make sure yolo box audio out is not too hot, do some tests to get the perfect balance between mixer and yolo..

[@mikelee23544]

I’ll get YoloBox Mini for one HDMI production, instead of getting LiveU then.

[@informedialive2169]

WOW I have to get one thank you for this video

[@VisionCommunications]

Great review! Why would anyone not use a laptop to capture video and live stream?

[@KarolSalazarCR]

The idea is to have portable streaming and not have the laptop on your back!

[@jzsfrk100]

Can you use the usb c as a video input?

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Hi Alejo. That's just used to power the unit/charge the battery.

[@shafikyawe]

Is it possible to stream to multiple Facebook pages (3 pages) for all the Yolo boxes?

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

You can only stream to one facebook service at a time. You could possibly use a third party streaming service for that using RTMP.

[@christianfalible4234]

Sir may yolobox mini is not reading SD card how to repair it

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Format it to EXFat on your computer it only reads that formatting.

[@christianfalible4234]

Thank you it work's

[@alassafcam]

Only missing Instagram live for this single setup :(

[@goranfriad2801]

How can recording be done with it?

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Via the SD Card

[@TheSeanBampton]

A great review as always, Shane, but in 2022, why are we as consumers still accepting 24-bit audio?!? I have changed my entire wedding videography business to 32-bit and it's made a TON of difference, in both quality for the client (the most important factor) and editing time. I held off buying a streaming box because of the holdback on 24-bit audio and it looks like I'll be waiting even longer. The mini had everything I wanted and I was all set to finally make the jump to streaming for my client events, until I heard the clicks in your footage. At that point I immediately discounted the product, which is very unfortunate. I won't be purchasing one until they make it 32-bit float point.

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

24-bit is totally fine for live streaming purposes. While the YoloBox Mini can record, it's not really a dedicated recorder in the same way the ATAMOS Ninja is.

[@johnbuscher]

I was gonna say, a properly set up system for not much post-processing (i.e., live streaming), 24-bit is fine.

[@renenieuwburg]

I'm missing the monitor capabilities to promised to show somewhere in the beginning.

[@PetrKrenzelok]

Sadly, just 1 HDMI input seems really limiting. Imagine doing a one man review of a product, where you need second camera to look into a product. Also - USB-C witnout the ability to serve as a webcam output (Zoom, Teams conferences), makes it an absolute no go here :-(

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Then the larger units would suit you more. The idea of this is to be small and compact.

[@PetrKrenzelok]

@@GeekyNerdyTechy With small and portable, I just wonder, what is the HDMI output for, as Yolo serves as a monitor already too. Would trade it for the second HDM in here. So - I will probably wait for the refresh of the original version (it should come till the end of 2022).

[@findbradford]

i find sound better from camera using hdmi

[@kuang01]

wow, what’s up with the the grid shirt? I mean I am so not used to this wild blues spirit inside there. It’s almost irritating. Lol

[@Mr.steezeofficial]

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[@lklmmedia4715]

$699 ?!? Guessing that even though are an Aussie - you are talking USD - I can't find it here in Australia for any less than MORE THAN THE PRO! Not only that - the likes of Videoguys show it as Discontinued... Short RUN?!?!? Rubber Monkey say they have it at $1019 AUD. The ones available from your Link on Amazon AU are a nice "2,973.97" WTF ?!

[@MysticMaven]

Just got one. Absolutely useless!! It doesn’t allow you to change any settings for your KZbin stream (turning off comments for example ). You need to go do that on a PC. Garbage. Only use this if you only care about the Title of your stream and want comments turned on all the time.

[@bozdil7001]

Hi, i own the Yolobox mini and i sent an email about the issue i am having and i got a very weird response. My Problem: The color rendering on the MINI i have was awfull, both on the screen and the livestream on youtube. It´s wipe out the color and turn it into an very yellow/yellowish flat picture, it looks like the video was been shot in Log profile. And here is the answer i got from yololiv; Thanks for your quick response, I have checked the pictures you set to us, and yes, they are different! But please understand us that YoloBox Pro won't have the great performance on color saturation, because it doesn't have the high processor to handle the color accuration. Normally only professional cameras will have this feature. Will you consider to upgrade to the Pro version? Best regards Team YoloLiv I AM NOT GOING TO POINT OUT THE LANGUAGE/ENGLISH MISTAKES IN THE TEXT It´s more the explanation i have hard time to understand, the yololiv team say in the answer that the processor in the MINI it´s not strong enough to process the image and that´s the reason for the bad result. How can this be possible when you advertise it as strong as the Pro version and also say it´s use the same processor? This operation should be peace of cake when you consider it only has 1 Hdmi port, so it´s using less power to transcode. But stil, they are asking me if i want to upgrade to the Pro Version. Either the promotion they have made everywhere and what is written on the website do not contain the truth, or their team member has no knowledge on what they are talking about. In both cases, my disappointment does not change. I'm really sorry because I really wanted this to work but not like this.

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