Appearance and color of the selfie button remote
There are several varieties of buttons and several colors: white, blue, red, green, black... In our selfie shop review we will talk about a selfie button with a white body and blue buttons.
We liked this option best. The body is made of quite high quality, the white plastic is a little glossy. Blue buttons with white designs. If you carry the button in your pocket with coins or keys, then of course it will be scratched and will not look so glamorous, but if you do not scratch it, then the look will not soon deteriorate.
Two large buttons on the front side with an icon and inscriptions immediately catch your eye. These are the buttons for controlling the camera. They press well, the pressure is felt well. But we’ll talk about the functionality of the buttons later.
There is a power switch on the side. We turn it on, the blue light indicator lights up, and the button connects to the smartphone. Turn it off, the blue LED goes out, and the button is disconnected from the smartphone.
There is also a hole on the top side for a lanyard, making it more convenient to wear (for example, hang it around your neck) and harder to lose. Also near the hole for the lanyard there is a recess for disassembling the case to change the battery.
Functionality of selfie buttons
The button has a power switch, two large buttons and an indicator light. Technically, this button connects like an external bluetooth keyboard, but with only two buttons - a volume up button and an enter button. Those. when you press the button on the selfie button, it transmits the press to the smartphone via a wireless bluetooth channel and after that the press reaction occurs. If we launch the Camera application, we will take pictures remotely. You can launch other applications, they will also do something based on our clicks. Of course, the actions will be different in different systems.
What types of selfie sticks are there?
Selfie sticks appeared on the mass market almost 10 years ago, and the fashion for them began in 2015. And it still won't subside. The scientific terminology of photographers calls this device a monopod because it has one “leg.” And it helps to take photographs without the participation of a photographer from the desired and often unusual angle.
This is what she usually looks like. There are female models with teddy bears and toys, depending on which ones you like. Now for the classification. Progress does not stand still!
RGB Phone Tripod: Goodly LED RING
For experimenting with color
Pros: a tabletop tripod stand with circular RGB lighting will find its application in the work of a professional photographer, streamer or tiktoker. The color temperature of the lamp is adjustable from 3200K to 5500K, allowing you to adjust the light from cool white to warm yellow. Thanks to this, frames with ideal color rendition are obtained. A nice bonus is the “angel eyes” effect that appears during shooting.
The smartphone mount can withstand a load of 500 g, so it is suitable for modern models (even with a battery case). The maximum width to which the holder can be extended is 105 mm. This is enough to install the iPhone 13 Pro Max. The height of the tripod is adjustable and can reach 70 cm when fully extended. The tripod comes with a remote control, which allows you to control the shooting process via Bluetooth from a distance.
The main feature of an RGB lamp is the possibility of multi-colored illumination of space and objects in the frame. You can create an all-red look, emulating fashionable New York photographers, or fill the room with cool blue hues to highlight the model's forbidding nature, or bathe everything in a soft yellow light, nostalgic for summer days. It all depends on the user’s imagination.
The diameter of the lighting element of the tripod with lamp is 26 cm. Power is supplied via USB, allowing you to charge from a laptop.
Cons: none identified.
Just a holder
The first stage in the evolution of selfie sticks. It seems to me that now it will not be possible to find one for sale... but, be that as it may, they exist.
It's basically just a phone clip with a telescopic handle. Control problem solved
- Shooting video
- Timer
- Using a bluetooth remote control
By the way, in stores these sticks are now sold with a remote control, so, relatively speaking, it is possible to find them on sale. The advantage of such a device is that your phone will definitely support it.
Well, if you remove bluetooth, there are already possible options. So, if you have a very unpopular brand of smartphone or even a point-and-shoot camera, then this is your option.
Types of monopods
Before you figure out how to connect a selfie stick, you need to decide on the choice of this device. And this is not as simple as it seems, because they differ not only in appearance and brand, but also in the principle of connection and operation.
Today there are main varieties:
- A simple tripod for selfies . The simplest design and the absence of complex sensors make this option the most affordable on the market. But there are inconveniences in using it: the tripod is only used to fix the phone, and to take a photo, you have to set the timer. The strength of the cheapest options is also not at a high level;
- Tripod with bluetooth remote control. In addition to the stick itself, there is also a wireless remote control. Operation is also not the most convenient; to take a selfie, the owner will have to hold the monopod with the phone in one hand, and the remote control for taking photographs in the other. But this option is well suited as a tripod;
- Wired monopod with button. To connect to an Android or IOS phone, the design provides a 3.5 mm cable (like headphones). There is a button on the tripod that, when pressed, triggers the camera. The problem with such devices is that they are a little outdated, because many new models of iPhone, Samsung and other manufacturers simply do not have a socket for such a wire;
Selfie stick with Bluetooth button on a tripod . A very popular and universal option, it allows you to connect Xiaomi, Redmi, Samsung, Honor, Huawei and any other models that have Bluetooth.
Control via audio jack
And here is the most common solution. Most budget segment selfie sticks will be like this and they support most smartphones.
It will suit you if you have a standard headphone jack, hello to the owners of the latest iPhone models!) And enable photography in the camera settings when you press the volume buttons.
How selfie buttons work for Android smartphones
Here, unfortunately, everything is a little more complicated. The button connects via bluetooth and is located without problems, but then... As it is written in the instructions, there are some versions of smartphones that can take photographs using this button in the standard “camera” application. But those models that I found on hand were not photographed.
Let's go the second way. For those whose standard camera application does not take photos, you need to install a third-party program that can take photos by pressing the volume button.
For example, this one: “ Selfishop Camera ” or this one “ Camera360 ”.
The programs were installed and the selfie button worked well with both versions. So for Android smartphones and tablets such a button will not hurt.
Selfishop Camera (developed by SoftArtStudio) - this program is written specifically for such buttons. She can take photographs using bluetooth buttons and tripods with built-in buttons. There is even a special window for testing the button and viewing the codes it sends. The program is free and compact, it should work even on weak smartphones.
“ Camera360 ” - first of all, go to the program settings (gear in the upper right corner), Advanced settings, then Camera settings. And Volume key (Volume function). You need to set it to “Capture”. After this, the program takes pictures perfectly using our selfie button. The program also has many shooting modes, effects, etc.
“ Quick Click ” This program can work in the background and listen to the volume button. And when you press the volume button, perform the actions that you specify in the settings (for example, take a photo).
Connecting a Bluetooth remote control with a selfie button
The button connects to the smartphone very simply. The connection process is the same on all platforms.
1) turn on the power on the button, the blue indicator lights up.
2) Wait until the blue indicator starts flashing (about 15-20 seconds). This means that the button has entered detection mode.
3) Turn on Bluetooth on your phone and go to the list of detected devices. Find our button in the list (something like EDUP-3513 or ABShutter) and click on it. Again, wait until the smartphone and the button connect (about 10 seconds).
4) Everything is ready, the button is connected to our smartphone, you can turn on the camera and click on the button.
Reconnection is much faster. Just turn on bluetooth on your phone and turn on the button. We wait a few seconds and the selfie button will connect automatically.
Pros of Bluetooth selfie buttons for iPhone and Android
- Compact and convenient
- Easy to use
- Easy connection
- Good body materials
- Quick start to work
- Economical. Battery lasts a long time
- Not a high price
Cons of Bluetooth selfie buttons for iPhone and Android
- Afraid of water
- It is not so easy to change the battery; you need a screwdriver.
Where to buy Remote Selfie Button
In our store you can buy a bluetooth remote control selfie button. It was our button that was discussed in the review.
Conclusion and conclusions
Taking a look at the strengths and weaknesses, we can immediately say that if you are a lover of mobile selfies, then such a remote control button will be useful to you. Not high price, light, compact and easy to use. Take a couple of spare batteries when traveling and the button will not let you down. Users of iPhone and iPad devices can use the built-in Camera application, but users of Android smartphones will most likely have to install a third-party program to take pictures using such a button.
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Stick with button
Almost like the first option. But more advanced to increase convenience and cost.
Now the remote control via Bluetooth is built into the device itself. Convenient, but there is a chance of getting on an unsupported device. However, the chance is extremely small. The stick will have to be charged before going out, so carefully look at the type of cable or the presence of batteries.
Self-timer
The timer or self-timer function is available in most camera applications, including standard ones. The peculiarity of this function is that the photo will be taken after a certain time after pressing, which should be enough to line up the phone for a selfie. By default this time is 2-3 seconds, but there is usually an option to increase it to 5 or even 10.
For use:
- On your smartphone you need to open the Camera .
- Select " Settings ".
- Activate the " Timer " function.
- To increase the time, click on “ Timer ” twice, or set parameters in the settings.
Multifunctional option
The most progressive option. It practically replaces the photographer because it serves as a tripod and camera.
Usually connected via Bluetooth and solves most problems when photographing. Unless it makes your phone's camera better. The abundance of manufacturers and their imagination will allow you to choose a convenient option, taking into account both the cute color and the necessary functions.
Unusual designs
We discussed the structure of the poles, and now just a couple of photos of unusual solutions. For example, how to take great selfies without much effort.
Hand
This is what happens
Or how to use the rear camera if the phone is not made for selfies. A mirror will help you see yourself. The photos turn out better accordingly, because usually the rear camera takes pictures many times better than the front one.
You can even find an option with a flash!
Or maybe you don’t have a smartphone at all? It will help you here too!
Top Tripod: 2.1m Tripod
Basic device for a professional photographer
Pros: a universal tripod that can withstand an equipment load of 5 kg. It is suitable both for placing a smartphone and for fixing an LED lighting lamp, flash, umbrella or reflector. The three-section mobile stand is easy to use; you can change its height from 70 to 200 cm with one hand. Durable aluminum alloy is resistant to corrosion, does not wrinkle during transportation and does not creak during installation.
The height of the monopod allows it to be used for portrait photography or for outdoor photography. The tripod socket has a standard ¼-inch mount and is suitable for installing ball mounts and smartphone holders. The height is optimal for unboxing style videos. Users note the reliability of the design during installation due to rubber gaskets on the legs.
The cost of the gadget in online stores is just over 2,000 rubles. Considering the versatility of a budget phone tripod, this is an adequate price.
Cons: The smartphone mount is not included with the gadget.
Selfie apps
The standard camera takes good photos, but it's not designed for selfies. If you often take photos of yourself, I recommend downloading an application more suitable for this. Among the most popular
- B612
- Bestie
- Cymera
- Candy Camera
- Retrica
Some apps provide ideal filters for selfies, others create collages, and others provide detailed camera settings. You need to try and find the most convenient for yourself.
Camera apps
When you have figured out how to connect a selfie stick to Huawei and other smartphones, you can move on to studying the programs. They can make using the camera more convenient and functional.
Camera FV-5
Compared to standard photo and video applications, this program has many more settings. For example, the user can change the functions of the keys and assign a volume key or another button to the photo. But there is also a drawback: the full version of the program is paid. You cannot create large-sized photos in stripped-down software.
The Cellfie
Another version of the program, which is superior in its capabilities to the standard one. In the application settings, you can configure the camera control buttons and has functionality for creating selfies.
SelfiShop Camera
The control key assignment function is also available here. Synchronizes perfectly for working with a monopod. The program is as simple as possible, and is only suitable for selfies, other possibilities are limited. But this also has its advantage: thanks to its modest functionality, the program does not take up much space and does not load the phone.
Camera 360 Ultimate
A program with quite wide capabilities. In addition to standard settings, it also allows you to correctly set geotags and other data. Additionally, the application has filters and a simple photo editor.
Retrica
One of the most popular programs, the functions of which are useful for both regular photos and photographs using the front camera. Retrica has more than a hundred different filters that can transform a photo. There is also the ability to edit images.
In fact, figuring out how to connect a selfie stick to Android or IOS is not that difficult. When connecting via Bluetooth, you need to enable the function of the same name on your phone and perform synchronization. Connecting via wire is even easier - you need to insert it into the headphone jack. There are also several ways to use a monopod without synchronization - using voice commands or a timer.
Examples for the perfect selfie
The art of taking a good selfie is truly a science! You don’t just do this for yourself. You need to find an angle, a background, lighting... and you can’t tell it all in a nutshell, but I will try to find a couple of interesting options for ready-made photo solutions.
Photo by the mirror
Ideal to show off makeup, clothing or hairstyle. An important point is that the lighting should be from the side of the mirror or from above, but not from behind.
Try not to stand directly towards the mirror. Let's leave the frontal photo for the passport. Either tilt your head or turn it halfway. And a universal recommendation - always try options. No one will tell you which angle is the coolest for you. Try and choose.
With a pet or toy
Another win-win option.
In the car
Why not brag about your status if you have something to brag about.
follow me
A popular trend on the Internet is when the back of a person walking in front is filmed. Maybe you will launch a new wave of this direction
In gym
Dumbbells make both girls and guys cooler.
Group of friends
We met in a cafe, went to a club, or just walked in the park. Don't miss the photo opportunity!
Tripod for phone with bluetooth: Tripod DK 3888
Universal classic
Pros: an excellent budget tripod with a Bluetooth remote control and a clip for a smartphone. The tripod has a three-position head, folding legs, a quick release lever and rubberized stops. When fully expanded, the device has a height of 1020 mm. The legs are made of aluminum, and all other parts are made of plastic.
Like most gadgets, there is a bubble level - it helps to level the smartphone with respect to the horizon. The main platform has a standard ¼" thread for mounting professional equipment or the included phone clip. The holder's doors open to 6–9 cm and can hold a smartphone weighing 250 g. The ball base rotates in three planes, giving the user complete freedom in choosing the angle for shooting.
A tripod can often be seen among wedding photographers: it can be quickly disassembled, weighs little, can be controlled with one hand, and can reliably hold expensive equipment. The length of each four-section leg is individually adjustable, allowing the holder to be installed even on the most uneven surfaces, such as rocks. This is a big plus in “hiking” photography.
Cons: no instructions for use.
The best selfie
Today we delved a little deeper into selfies. Oh, five years ago only schoolchildren knew about them, but today it’s a whole science! You are taking a selfie. Did the poses I described work for you?
Try, don't stop, and you will get the best selfie! Write your ideas on this issue in the comments and share your experience. It will be interesting for everyone. You might be interested in reading about how to take a selfie at home and how to take it beautifully,
And I will say goodbye to you until the next notes! Yes... for some reason I don’t have a selfie stick, maybe because I’m a photographer myself? Don't know…
Ivan, a lover of cool photos.
Flexible Phone Tripod: Joby GorillaPod Stand
Like a famous blogger
Pros: the most famous professional tripod for bloggers. He can be seen in the travels of Anton Ptushkin, the lifestreams of Eldar Dzharakhov and the dances of Vali Carnival. This is the most compact and feature-rich device for creating mobile content in 2022. Thanks to the flexible legs, the tripod can be mounted on any surface, and when folded, they act as a convenient selfie stick.
The universal mount is compatible with phones with a width from 51 to 91 mm: it will securely and firmly fix the small iPhone SE and the latest, flagship iPhone 13 Pro Max. The device weighs about 70 g and, when folded, fits into a pocket without any problems. The upgraded ball head rotates in all directions, adjusts to any angle in selfie and landscape mode. It is worth noting that over time the hinge does not become loose and retains a secure hold on the phone.
At the base of the flexible tripod there are rubber feet, which provide additional stability to the structure. When folded, the length of the device does not exceed 16 cm. The legs are made of ABS plastic and stainless steel, which is very rare for devices of this type.
The flexible tripod is suitable for filming stories on Instagram, video blogging, as well as convenient viewing of videos from your phone. Joby GorillaPod Stand priced at RUB 1,700. can be purchased with delivery from the online store on Yandex.Market.
Cons: none
