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Hohem iSteady Mobile+ 3-Axis Gimbal Stabilizer for iPhone 14/13/12/11/mini/Plus/Pro/Max & Android Smartphones, Supports Inception/Face Tracking/Sports Mode Hohem Joy App (iSteady Mobile Plus)

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Brand hohem
Compatible Devices iPhone 14/13/12/11 mini/Plus/Pro/Plus/Max/XS/XR/X/8/7/6/5S, Cellphone, Andriod phones
Product Dimensions 4.25"D x 4.45"W x 12.09"H
Item Weight 730 Grams
Maximum Weight Recommendation 280 Grams
Folded Size 8 x 3 centimeters

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  • Renewal 2023 Hohem iSteady Mobile Plus M5 Version 3-Axis Smartphone Gimbal Stabilizer for iPhone 13/12/11. Hohem iSteady Mobile Plus 3-Axis Gimbal Stabilizer is designed for Filmmaking on your Mobile Phones. Hohem iSteady Mobile Plus is perfectly compatible with iPhone 14/13/12/Pro/Mini/Pro Max. With the hohem gimbal app, it can make the face tracking, object tracking, 3D inception, motion lapse and some more functions.
  • MUST KNOW Tips on Hohem iSteady Mobile+ Phone Gimbal. Compatible with iPhone 14/13/12/11 Pro/Mini/Pro/Max and you have to mount your big-screen smartphone on it with the leveling knob, and balance it well, before power on. Its max playload of smartphone is up to 280gram. Compatible for most smartphone under 2.3-3.5inch phone clip width, and it fits under 6.2'' screen phones. Please take off the case before mounting your phone on the gimbal.
  • Intuitive HOHEM JOY APP with Faster Bluetooth Connect: Please download the Hohem Gimbal App on your Android or iOS Phones for your gimbal connectivity with Bluetooth. The parameter setting and calibration will help you master the gimbal much better. The New Trigger Button backside with recenter and Sport mode for quick transition.Ergonomic Handheld with 3 Universal 1/4-20 Thread to mount with more photography accessories, microphone, video light and tripod.
  • Updated Sports Mode & Phone Video Stabilization System. With the upgraded iSteady 7.0 stabilization system, Hohem phone gimble stabilizer turns jerky and shaky footage into horizontally smoother professional footage than before. Due to the Sport Mode by one-tap the trigger button, it can stablize your videography in the sport and outdoor environment simutalously. Tips for Android users, if you have any problem about downloading APP, please contact USKEYVISION for help.
  • Perfect for a TikToker Vlogger and Youtuber. Film like a Pro. Powerful Hohem Gimbal APP also allows you to customize the EV,ISO,Shutter Speed and White Balance. Support 180/360° Wide-angle Panoramic shooting modes. Motion Timelapse, slow-motion recording, beauty retouching, 360°panorama, face/object tracking, and panning mode changing can all be realized in your Hohem Gimbal App, available on App Store.
  • 3D 600degree Inception Mode: With the 600degree Roll inception mode, you can get a 600degree Pan Rotation amazing footage by Inception Mode. Sport Mode: For fast scene transition, you can use the Sport Mode with just one tap the trigger button. Recenter Mode: With just twice tap the trigger button, the gimbal can return to the initial position with no limitation.
  • Must Know Levelling & Balance Your Gimbal. Do not turn on the Gimbal without a phone mounted on it. Please remove your phone case first. (1)Push and open the phone holder clip, insert the smartphone (2) Make the home button side as close as possible against to the tilt motor. (3) Adjust the smartphone balance with balancing knob until it stays still when rotate the roll axis up and down, (4)Turn on the gimbal.
  • Bluetooth Connection Steps. (1)Make sure Bluetooth is on and is not connected to other devices (if any, disconnect it from the phone setting first) (2)Open the Hohem Gimbal APP, click--Connecting Device. In the stabilizer model selection interface of the app, manually select the corresponding stabilizer model, and click on to connect the device. (3)If you still fail to connect after trying the opertion 1&2 , please turn off your Bluetooth, re-download the APP again, and repeat the operation

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4.1
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3.8
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Battery life
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4.0
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Stability
4.0
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iPhone 14/13/12/11 mini/Plus/Pro/Plus/Max/XS/XR/X/8/7/6/5S, Cellphone, Andriod phones
Cellphone
Cellphone, Camera
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folded size
8 x 3 centimeters
158 x 108 x 55mm
5.98 x 4.33 x 1.83 inches
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280 grams
0.57 pounds
250 grams
0.66 pounds
0.55 pounds
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730 grams
259 grams
295 grams
0.78 pounds
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Product Description

Hohem iSteady Mobile Plus M5 2023 New iPhone Gimbal Stabilizer 3-Axis Handheld Stabilizer with Hohem Joy APP, Inception Mode, Sport Mode

smartphone stabilizer

Specifications

  • Wide Compatible with both Android phones and iPhones,
  • 3 Axis Gimbal for iPhone 14/13/12/11 Pro Max big screen phones are not compatible for the Ultra-Wide angle photography and videography.
  • Dimension (mm): 307*113.5*108.5 MM; Weight: 495gram
  • Phones Compatibility: 55~89 mm or 2.3″-3.4″width range.
  • Recommended from iPhone 5 to iPhone 14 Pro Max, Galaxy, Huawei and more Android phones screen size up to 6.1 inch, while the Max playload is 280 gram
  • Rotation Range: Tilt Angle: 320° Roll Angle: 320° Pan Angle : 600° (Recommend to take phone case off for mounting on the Hohem iSteady Mobile Plus M5 phone gimbal stabilizer)
  • New HOHEM JOY gimal app

Be a Director of your Smartphone Filmmaking, Vlog, Live-streaming, Perfect for TikTok and YouTube Videography on your Smartphones

Facetracking iSteady Mobile Plus

Timelapse with hohem isteady mobile plus phone gimbal stabilizer

sports mode of Hohem iSteady Mobile Plus handheld gimbal stabilizer

Face Object Tracking Beauty Retouching

Face tracking Videography

Hohem M5 iSteady Mobile Plus 3-Axis stabilizer for smartphone is born for phone vlogging and cinematic video stabilization.

How to use this mode?

Just click "Face/Object Tracking" target or "Beauty Retouching" button on Hohem Gimbal app, which makes you film like a pro with different experience of gimbal skills.

Time-lapse Videography

Motion Timelapse and Hyperlapse

Hohem gimbals focus on deep optimization of time-lapses. It can capture more details from a broader perspective. Hohem iSteady Mobile+ phone gimbal has the Motion Lapse, its tracking speed is much faster than similar gimbals on the market.

Panorama Mode

With our Hohem Joy app, iSteady Mobile+ letting you to create automatic panorama photography.

Sports Mode, or PhoneGo Mode

Sport Mode. Fast Follow Speedup

The sport mode is designed for releasing the potential of motors in a flash. Also it responds to every delicate movement without delay. The stunning scene transition can be achieved in your footage timely. Sport Mode enable the motors to increase the power and react by the corresponding movement quickly, its fast following allows to capture the best moment and create transition effects.

Hohem iSteady Mobile Plus Smartphone Gimbal Handheld Phone Stabilizer Compatible with iOS and Android Smartphones with Multifunctional Modes

Hohem iSteady Mobile Plus phone gimbal stabilizers

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Hohem iSteady Mobile Plus gimbal stabilizers for smartphones

iSteady 7.0 Stabilization Algorithm Upgrade

To push boundaries and change the game ourselves, Hohem launched the upgraded "iSteady 7.0" Algorithm and 3-axis stabilization system of 3 brushless high-torque motors that upgrade 30% torque power up. This algorithm upgrade is a huge leap in the Hohem gimbal stabilization history.

The Dual-Mode Bluetooth upgrade features more stable compatible with more Android phone modes through the Bluetooth connection.

Wider Compatibility

Three 1/4'' Universal Thread for Photographic Accessories

The handle of iSteady Mobile Plus iPhone gimbal stabilizer is designed with 1/4 inch screw holes for accessories such as tripod, extension pole, microphone, flash light and more camera accessories. The intimate ergonomic handle curve design fits the palm sleamlessly and is more comfortable holding.

12 Hour Runtime Two-Way Charging

Two-Way Charging and Longer Runtime

Always powerful and compatible to all phones. The motor power of Mobile Plus has increased by a large extent, making it compatible to smartphones of all sizes.

Mobile Plus phone stabilizer can be used together with many accessories such as LED light and camera lens. Hohem M5 Mobile Plus gimble is versatile in different environments, releasing the potential of phone camera anywhere, anytime.

iSteady Mobile Plus 2023 Renewal M5 Gimbal Stabilizer for Smartphone, the most Powerful Phone Stabilizer with 600° Roll 3D Fantasy Inception Mode

phone stabilizer

Compatibility List and Notes

Smartphone Compatibility Notes:

  1. Smartphone or Charger is Not Included in the Package. Check or Leave a Message for phone compatibility before your purchasing.
  2. Fully recharging the gimbal in your first usage of Hohem iSteady Mobile Plus gimble, and please fully charge it 2-3 hours with USB Cable and your phone charger.
  3. Please watch Hohem gimbal's tutorial videos on USKEY VISION YouTube Channel to master your iPhone gimbal stabilizer much well.
  4. iOS 9.0+ or Android 4.5+ can achieve the solid stabilization performance of app-- Hohem Gimbal, available on Google Play or App Store.
  5. Specific compatible phone modes:

  • Compatible with iPhone: for iPhone 14/13/12/11/10 Pro Max\XS Max\XS\XR\X\8Plus\8\7Plus\7\6S Plus\6S\6Plus\6\SE 2nd(2020 launched);
  • iOS 9.0+ or Android 6+ are necessary to achieve the solid stabilization performance of app-- Hohem Joy, available on Google Play or App store. Not all functions are available for android phones listed below;
  • For Google: Pixel 3XL\Pixel 3\2\Pixel2 XL\Pixel\Pixel XL\Nexus 6\Nexus 6p\Nexus 5x;
  • For Samsung: S11\S10+\S10\9\S9+\S8\S8+\S7\S7 edge\S6\S6 edge\S5\Note9\Note8\Note7 (4K function is NOT available for Samsung right now);
  • For Huawei: P40 Pro\P30 Pro\P30\Mate30\P20 pro\P10\P10 Plus\P9\Mate 10\Mate 9\Mate 8\Mate S; For ONE PLUS: 6\5\5T\3\3T; For Xiaomi: 8\7\6\5\5s; for MI/Redmi: MI9/8/6X, Redmi Note 4x\Redmi Note 3;LG: G6\G5; OPPO R9s; for VIVO X7

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4.2 out of 5 stars
4.2 out of 5
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Customers say

Customers like the quality of the camera support, mentioning it's sturdy and top class. They appreciate the value. However, some customers have reported issues with performance, saying that it just isn't performing as it should. Opinions are mixed on ease of use, stability, portability, motion-lapse setting, and battery life.

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142 customers mention125 positive17 negative

Customers like the quality of the camera. They say it looks very nice, the construction is top class, and the device itself is awesome. They also say the app works well enough and the rest of the specifications are excellent. That said, some are happy with the quality and performance of the product.

"...It came in a much sturdier case than I was expecting, which is great (the OSMO came in a cloth bag so I had to make a case for it.)..." Read more

"...The pan/tilt and zoom controls are very easy to use and respond very well on the product.Cons:1) Jerking motion...." Read more

"...it in the mail, and upon opening, I fell in love with the case - super sturdy (totally little boy proof), compact (fits in my diaper bag), and..." Read more

"...The Hohem Joy app works great with my S22 Ultra. The other Gimbals I tried were lacking in the use of their apps with my S22 Ultra...." Read more

37 customers mention37 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the camera support. They say it's a very solid product for the price tag, and is well worth the hype. Some customers also say it is the best investment with quality shots.

"This is a very solid product for the price tag...." Read more

"...many of the others trust me when I say it's actually worth more than its current price. When I purchased mine it was 89 bucks!..." Read more

"Good product for money. Takes a little getting used too. The different functional features are some times hard to get right...." Read more

"...It was super quick and simple to order and the best part was the value!..." Read more

88 customers mention56 positive32 negative

Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the camera support. Some mention it's extremely easy to use and configure, with decent instructions. However, others say that the instructions are not easy to follow and the learning curve is slow.

"...easy controls. The pan/tilt and zoom controls are very easy to use and respond very well on the product.Cons:1) Jerking motion...." Read more

"...Calibration and balancing is time consuming and frustrating. The gimbal doubles as a power bank, but can not be utilized while operating...." Read more

"...technical person, I was also surprised and excited to learn it's easy to operate with my Samsung Galaxy S8..." Read more

"...are so many gimbals on the market, but I was looking for one that was simply and easy to use while not costing an arm and a leg...." Read more

57 customers mention34 positive23 negative

Customers are mixed about the stability of the gimbal. Some mention that it keeps everything super steady, and the stabilization feature is almost flawless. However, others say that it loses balance easily, especially during turns.

"...The gimbal does in fact provide excellent image stabilization...." Read more

"...It was clunky, annoying, and constantly beeped, which made people look at us like we were about to do something nefarious...." Read more

"...for both Androids and iOS Smartphones and has Anti-Shake, Optical Stabilization and Motion Speed Auto-Adaptation, Face & Object Tracking and 3 High-..." Read more

"...The iSteady itself holds up my iPhone 7+ with ease. It keeps everything super steady and like my Crane 2, it can easily cycle between gimbal modes,..." Read more

38 customers mention25 positive13 negative

Customers are mixed about the portability of the camera support. Some mention it's easy to carry around, light, and compact. However, others say that it'd be difficult to hold for long periods of time due to its weight.

"...But I honestly, can't believe how good it stabilizes and how light it is...." Read more

"...Lightweight. The product is very light, which is great for attaching to a monopod and moving without killing your back...." Read more

"...One last thing, it's s little heavy so holding it for a long time gets tiring." Read more

"...fell in love with the case - super sturdy (totally little boy proof), compact (fits in my diaper bag), and everything fits perfectly...." Read more

31 customers mention20 positive11 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the motion-lapse setting of the camera support. Some mention that it makes moving video very smooth, and the range of motion is amazing. However, others say that it's always unbalanced and the gimbal tends to rotate to the right.

"...Smartphones and has Anti-Shake, Optical Stabilization and Motion Speed Auto-Adaptation, Face & Object Tracking and 3 High-Torque Brushless Motors,..." Read more

"...I love it. It’s really steady the camera and has really good range of motion. The picture is less shaky than when i hold it with my hand...." Read more

"...Jerking motion. Sometimes I get a quick jerking motion from the gimble, but this is mostly when moving too fast...." Read more

"this thing is pretty awesome! When it works! I love how it turns and keeps up with you instead of you having to force certain angles...." Read more

26 customers mention10 positive16 negative

Customers are mixed about the battery life of the camera support. Some mention that it has been great, while others say that it kept powering down even after full charge.

"...The battery is said last 12 hrs but on a full charge it died after only 2 hours of use...." Read more

"...Battery. This has a great battery, definity outlasts the phone. Plus you can charge the gimble while using, so all you need is a USB charger...." Read more

"...The battery is also no that great. It is ok but I am not aware of how much a pro one is I guess for this price it is just ok." Read more

"...Every time I connect it, it will automatically disconnect if left idle for more than 8 seconds...." Read more

66 customers mention5 positive61 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the performance of the camera support. They mention that it just isn't performing as it should, the app starts then fails, and it's quickly useless if the battery goes down. Some say that the stabilizer does not work on their note 8 and that the power bank cannot be utilized while operating.

"...The gimbal doubles as a power bank, but can not be utilized while operating...." Read more

"...Also app isn't the best but it works, you have to use the app in order to use the gimbal for face tracking, sometimes the app loses your face and..." Read more

"I truly can't give a good review because it only worked for such a short time...." Read more

"...after trying to use it this week for a video shoot it just isn't performing as it should, which isn't good if it does it when you actually need it." Read more

Replacing my OSMO with this (& my Pixel)
5 Stars
Replacing my OSMO with this (& my Pixel)
I originally got a first-generation OSMO to film our podcasts and travel videos. But honestly, we started referring to a consumer-level flip camera because the OSMO took so long to set up every single time. I was complaining to my friend that I nearly missed my friend's proposal to his girlfriend in Ireland because we couldn't get the OSMO software to synch via Bluetooth from our phone to the OSMO camera itself. It was clunky, annoying, and constantly beeped, which made people look at us like we were about to do something nefarious. He recommended a Hohem (which I had never heard of.) I figured for $99, it was worth a try. I'm so happy we got it!I've only had it for about a week now but it's been fun experimenting in our backyard and neighborhood (uploaded a clip just walking down the stairs for giggles. It looks insane - like I'm floating!) Can't wait to actually take it on hikes and things to make more scenic videos. Oh! And when I walk by people with it, I don't get side-eye like I do when I'm using my AF-100 or the OSMO. I think people just assume we're using a cellphone with a selfie stick, which is awesome (less people looking into the lens and messing up the shot.)It somehow arrived the same day I ordered it - I don' t know if that's an Amazon Prime thing or this manufacturer specifically. I feel like this camera and the packet of gelatin I ordered arrived faster than an ambulance would in L.A., ha ha! It came in a much sturdier case than I was expecting, which is great (the OSMO came in a cloth bag so I had to make a case for it.) I was a little nervous about the instructions that came with the package because some of the grammar is off, but you'll get the gist. Dinging one star from material quality just because of that - it took me a while to read through the book due to the grammar. The video demo on the website/on the product descrption is actually better than the paper instructions it comes with.It came with a USB cable which I plugged into my desktop computer to charge (worked fine) so I'm not going to bother with buying a separate cable to plug into the wall. It charges on my laptop with no problem as well. I let it go overnight so not sure how long it takes to charge.I have tried it with my MotoX4 and Pixel 1 with no problem (Pixel 1 is the footage above.) I was able to get it to work without even installing the software, but in order to control the zooms and things, you will need to install the software for sure. Installed the software on Pixel with no problem (haven't tried Moto yet.) I'm going to use it with my Pixel 3 once I get the hang of it. I was nervous that my phone would fall out of it, but so far, no problem. I have to avoid the temptation to wrench it manually and use the actual controls on the handle. It feels good in my hand and it's easy to pass off to a friend/collegue if you need them to take over the shot. Works pointing outwards and also in "selfie" mode.I'm just so excited! Considering that not too many years ago, you had to get an $80,000 steadycam to get these kinds of shots, I'm impressed that you can use your better-quality cellphone and a Hohem to make your walk-and-talk Aaron Sorken-style walk-and-talk footage. Or more realistically, your selfie videos. :P But seriously, I once met the man who did steadycam for the Rocky Movie franchise; he walks with a cane and has chronic pain because of the rig. I'm thrilled that the technology is moving away from people destroying their bodies to get a smooth shot.I probably wouldn't use it to do any kind of professional pans/zooms/tilts since the button is more to setup your shot than change it smoothly on the fly (no ease in/ease out feature.) But I honestly, can't believe how good it stabilizes and how light it is. I was surprised that it also came with a little tripod that folds up neatly. I guess I wasn't paying attention when I bought it because I see it now in the picture. It's pretty good! I hate carrying around the other tripod I have because it doesn't fit in any of my cases. It is also removable but I leave it on because I'm lazy and don't want to lose it.I might buy a couple more of these as gifts since my father-in-law has a top of the line cellphone and loves gadgets. It will probably be overkill for him to be filming ultra-smooth video of his grandson drooling or whatever in 4K, but his old work buddies will probably be impressed. :D
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5.0 out of 5 stars Replacing my OSMO with this (& my Pixel)
Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2019
I originally got a first-generation OSMO to film our podcasts and travel videos. But honestly, we started referring to a consumer-level flip camera because the OSMO took so long to set up every single time. I was complaining to my friend that I nearly missed my friend's proposal to his girlfriend in Ireland because we couldn't get the OSMO software to synch via Bluetooth from our phone to the OSMO camera itself. It was clunky, annoying, and constantly beeped, which made people look at us like we were about to do something nefarious. He recommended a Hohem (which I had never heard of.) I figured for $99, it was worth a try. I'm so happy we got it!

I've only had it for about a week now but it's been fun experimenting in our backyard and neighborhood (uploaded a clip just walking down the stairs for giggles. It looks insane - like I'm floating!) Can't wait to actually take it on hikes and things to make more scenic videos. Oh! And when I walk by people with it, I don't get side-eye like I do when I'm using my AF-100 or the OSMO. I think people just assume we're using a cellphone with a selfie stick, which is awesome (less people looking into the lens and messing up the shot.)

It somehow arrived the same day I ordered it - I don' t know if that's an Amazon Prime thing or this manufacturer specifically. I feel like this camera and the packet of gelatin I ordered arrived faster than an ambulance would in L.A., ha ha! It came in a much sturdier case than I was expecting, which is great (the OSMO came in a cloth bag so I had to make a case for it.) I was a little nervous about the instructions that came with the package because some of the grammar is off, but you'll get the gist. Dinging one star from material quality just because of that - it took me a while to read through the book due to the grammar. The video demo on the website/on the product descrption is actually better than the paper instructions it comes with.

It came with a USB cable which I plugged into my desktop computer to charge (worked fine) so I'm not going to bother with buying a separate cable to plug into the wall. It charges on my laptop with no problem as well. I let it go overnight so not sure how long it takes to charge.

I have tried it with my MotoX4 and Pixel 1 with no problem (Pixel 1 is the footage above.) I was able to get it to work without even installing the software, but in order to control the zooms and things, you will need to install the software for sure. Installed the software on Pixel with no problem (haven't tried Moto yet.) I'm going to use it with my Pixel 3 once I get the hang of it. I was nervous that my phone would fall out of it, but so far, no problem. I have to avoid the temptation to wrench it manually and use the actual controls on the handle. It feels good in my hand and it's easy to pass off to a friend/collegue if you need them to take over the shot. Works pointing outwards and also in "selfie" mode.

I'm just so excited! Considering that not too many years ago, you had to get an $80,000 steadycam to get these kinds of shots, I'm impressed that you can use your better-quality cellphone and a Hohem to make your walk-and-talk Aaron Sorken-style walk-and-talk footage. Or more realistically, your selfie videos. :P But seriously, I once met the man who did steadycam for the Rocky Movie franchise; he walks with a cane and has chronic pain because of the rig. I'm thrilled that the technology is moving away from people destroying their bodies to get a smooth shot.

I probably wouldn't use it to do any kind of professional pans/zooms/tilts since the button is more to setup your shot than change it smoothly on the fly (no ease in/ease out feature.) But I honestly, can't believe how good it stabilizes and how light it is. I was surprised that it also came with a little tripod that folds up neatly. I guess I wasn't paying attention when I bought it because I see it now in the picture. It's pretty good! I hate carrying around the other tripod I have because it doesn't fit in any of my cases. It is also removable but I leave it on because I'm lazy and don't want to lose it.

I might buy a couple more of these as gifts since my father-in-law has a top of the line cellphone and loves gadgets. It will probably be overkill for him to be filming ultra-smooth video of his grandson drooling or whatever in 4K, but his old work buddies will probably be impressed. :D
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5.0 out of 5 stars Solid product for the price.
Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2019
This is a very solid product for the price tag. I work with video on a daily basis and I am always looking for something new to add to my productions. Now a days we all always have a camera phone on us at all times, so it is great when it can be incorporated into the production. The Hohem Smartphone Gimbal makes this easy and quick to incorporate into a production. Let me go through some of the pros and cons.

Pros:
1) Lightweight. The product is very light, which is great for attaching to a monopod and moving without killing your back. Also great for adding to a small kit when doing a production.
2) Packaging. The product comes in a great packaging that fits the gimble, the small tripod and the charging cable. This is rare, so many camera gear and accessories come without its own bag or a bag that fits everything that it comes with.
3) Battery. This has a great battery, definity outlasts the phone. Plus you can charge the gimble while using, so all you need is a USB charger. Also you can use the battery in the gimble to charge your phone while recording.
4)Easy app. The app is pretty easy to navigate. Also very quick to set up, this is always key when working on a video set.
5)Face tracking. This is pretty awesome if you are recording video of yourself for a Vlog. You can set the gimble on a table or tripod and not have to worry about walking out of the shot.
6) Timelapse. Not only is the time lapse handy, but being about to set start and end points is fantastic. This can really save you time from zooming in and digitally panning in post production.
7) easy controls. The pan/tilt and zoom controls are very easy to use and respond very well on the product.

Cons:
1) Jerking motion. Sometimes I get a quick jerking motion from the gimble, but this is mostly when moving too fast. After a few test shots this becomes a non issue.
2) App capture in lower video quality. I had no problems recording 4k video on my phone through the app, but as soon as I switched to the lower quality for face tracking I did notice a larger than expected drop in video quality.
3) Large phone. I have a Samsung Galaxy 9+ which may be a bit too large. The Gimble worked just fine with it, but for charging a smaller phone would be key. Also my phone had to be taken out of the case. Not a big deal, but be aware if you have a larger phone.

Some tips I found:
1) set the phone into the gimble before turning the gimble on.
2) set up the bluetooth connection through the app and not through your phone's bluetooth

Over all this is a great product and a great addition to your video kit. I definitely recommend this for Vloggers and independent producers with good camera phones. I have already used this for quite a bit of behind the scenes footage and I am very happy with what I have recorded.
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