Capturing your babyâs first footsteps or your childâs thrilling football match is an exciting thought. And you would not want to miss the moment even if you are not around for some reason. Getting someone trustworthy may seem too demanding on occasions. This is when the Swivl comes to rescue you. It gives you the liberty to capture those memorable events, from diverse angles and dimensions, giving impressive results. The movable dock can adjust your iPhone or camera for capturing all the movements anytime. You need not miss your own image in the most important recordings, which are cherished memories to be enjoyed for a lifetime.
The Swivl was basically a crowd funding project. It came into existence on IndieGoGo by Satarii and users early this year. It will be publicly presented at the soon to be held CES 2012. Not getting someone around to capture those precious moments can no more be a detriment to your enthusiasm.
Features
The Swivl is a motion tracking iPhone dock, which can get all your motions captured. It can accommodate your iPhone or the point-and-shoot camera in a seamless way. In nutshell, it is a stylish holder for your camera which gives seamless motion. User needs to hold or wear the marker device to enable the Swivl capture him/her anywhere, anytime. The sensor enables the device to record your movements, without having anybody around to control the device. Swivl can bring a fresh appeal in making any video.
Swivl does not require any set up to work. The motion tracing dock can move in any direction to capture motions. It can be used for diverse purposes like making your own video and face time multi-tasking.
Specifications
Powered by iOS
The dock is powered by the iOS. The mobile operating system is a platform for enjoying rich video experience. It is attuned to multiple iOS devices (like iPhone 4s, iPod Touch generation 4).
Multi-axis mobility
The dock gives you sufficient mobility, without compromising on the picture frame. It has both vertical and horizontal following capability. The multi-axis motion allows you to stand anywhere. Swivl can work with all tripod mountable pocket video cameras. It can also work with a point and shoot camera weighing less than 6 ounces.
Compatibility
The dock is compatible with Android phones having thickness less than 11mm. There is no need to perform any complex setup before or while using it. With the mobile accessory, recording becomes effortless.
High points
The Swivl is neat, easy to use and a delight for the vloggers. You can record the videos and share them with others easily using the internet.
The marker makes the device convenient for the user. It is used as a pointer which allows the device to capture all movements instead of having to physically move oneâs body to fit the frame. So, the camera follows and âfitsâ in you instead of you fitting in the camera. This can be a very good tool for tracking your own movements.
It facilitates face time multi-tasking. You can keep yourself âhands freeâ during the session, simultaneously doing any other job. The Swivl keeps your hands free while you experience uninterrupted sessions.
The Swivl facilitates effortless sharing of ideas. Whether it is a meeting, classroom or the golf course, Swivl can enable you to share yourself and your ideas with minimum efforts. Just position the pointer and get going.
It can charge Apple devices while in use. Video recording can be started and stopped through the wireless marker.
Low points
It is not compatible with iPhone 3GS or older, iPod (non-camera versions) and iPad.
The Swivl does not work with DSLR cameras. This may not be suitable for professional purposes, where accuracy in imaging is desired.
The motor can be loud during rotation. The noise can be irritating and bothering to some, although a little amount of noise is inadvertent to running of motor.
The price can be detrimental. Customers may prefer a cheaper dock compared to this one.
Since the size is small, it does not fit big cameras. For professionals who want enhanced dimensions and imaging, a DSLR may be a preferable.
Price: It carries an MSRP $159. It shall be in the market next year with limited supplies.
