I do think the sticks take things to the next level in terms of doing whatever it takes to get that perfect photo/video etc. The only real benefit of it is the ability to get a group shot without having to ask a stranger or have a member of your party not be present in the photo. But most of the time, I see people using them to video on rides, video over fences that you're not supposed to see over, holding them up during fireworks and shows obstructing your view. We are seeing more and more at our local zoo. People try to dangle them over the enclosures. I like taking pictures, but I don't fancy myself a wildlife photographer. Do you really need to get in front of everybody to get your camera high enough over so your shot is not obstructed by glass? (This happened at the Polar Bear exhibit. Gotta admit, I kinda wished the device would fall). :thedolls:
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NewDVCowner;2462045 wrote: I saw an article on Yahoo this morning that said that the California Screaming coaster at DCA was stopped yesterday (?) when a guest pulled one out while on the ride. I'm actually glad to hear that they're enforcing the rule.
That is beyond ridiculous. Unfortunate that some people are incapable of rational thought.
About time...this is good news.
Rita (aka NJGIRL)
I agree, it is about time. It was just a matter of time before I snapped and broke someone's over my knee or grabbed it and beat the phone on the ground until it was nothing but bits. All it would have taken is getting whacked in the head one more time.....
Now if they would just enforce the rule of no flash or lighting in the rides and attractions. I wish they would put out a notice that effective some date, they will be enforcing no flash and escorting violators to the exit. It really ticks me off to be on say POC and someone start taking video with the light on.
1DisneyNut;2462165 wrote: Now if they would just enforce the rule of no flash or lighting in the rides and attractions.
There's another "me-me-me" thing.
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Personally I feel it should be a federal law that you can shoot on site folks w/ selfie sticks.
Good for WDW.
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texas211;2462216 wrote: Personally I feel it should be a federal law that you can shoot on site folks w/ selfie sticks.
Good for WDW.
With the Frontier Land Old West play wooden guns??? ;)
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It's a shame that inconsiderate people ruined this for the considerate ones, but I for one am breathing a sigh of relief that we won't have to deal with these on our next trip. We're already fed up with the giant iPads and tablets being held up for pictures and videos. Not that we get angry, we actually laugh a little, but it still ruins the view.
Susanne
We were down a couple weeks ago and throughout the week I was hit by no less than 3 self(ish) sticks (2 were on the bridge between England and France.) One guy started yelling about hitting his phone.. So don't stick your phone out on a 3ft pole and swing it into the middle of a crowd! And he is the one that hit me with it!
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They have their place, but in the hands of inconsiderate people they are a nuisance at best and a potential serious danger. Like many things in life, it would not have to be regulated if people would simply regulate themselves.
TheVBs;2462249 wrote: We're already fed up with the giant iPads and tablets being held up for pictures and videos.
There's one more to add to the "it's all about me-me-me" category.
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Add that to the law.. I hate when people use tablets as cameras..
Maybe a better punishment, lock them into Stitch's great escape.
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texas211;2462311 wrote: Maybe a better punishment, lock them into Stitch's great escape.
Nope... "It's A Small World". :thedolls:
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texas211;2462216 wrote: Personally I feel it should be a federal law that you can shoot on site folks w/ selfie sticks.
Even if I hadn't seen your profile name, that statement alone would have indicated that you are probably from Texas. ;)
Glad to hear about the ban. It's unfortunate for those that use selfie sticks responsibly, but necessary for safety.
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I have one, and had planned to bring it along on our trip in November. To be used for capturing GROUP shots of my family, that we otherwise won't have. I couldn't care LESS about using it to get better shots of a parade...or of a ride...I just wanted some photographic documentation of my family, all together, for crying out loud.
