Pivo Pod Red Review: Hands-free Cameraman That Tracks ...

[Johnette Atilano]

There is also a $109 Pivo Pod Red that comes with a somewhat less powerful motor and has a 10-second full rotation speed and 3 rotation speeds. Pivo Pod Silver style, The Pivo Pod Silver has a beautiful matte-black surface, with a slim silver ring that hugs the upper center of the system just under the motorized install.

The Pivo Pod also comes with a coordinating push-button control covered in the exact same soft silicone that permits you to manage the unit. In general, the construct quality is exceptional. The Pivo Pod SIlver has a 1/4 inch thread on its bottom surface area so you can connect it to a tripod or a mobile phone gimbal.

There is also a bubble level on the top of the unit to help you get completely level and aligned shots. This specifically is available in helpful when shooting outdoors on various surfaces that might not be level. The change install on the top of the unit works to excellence and permits you to strongly place your phone in the system and tighten it into place with the twist of a knob.

It has numerous buttons for changing the motor direction and speed, image capture, zoom, and stopping briefly the motor. Unfortunately, there's no power button. (Image credit: Future)The Pivo Pod Silver includes a micro-USB port for charging the system; which is a rather old-fashioned choice in this day and age. A circular light at the center of the system turns blue when the button is pressed and connected to your phone by means of Bluetooth and red when detached or charging.

It likewise indicates that if you set up the Pivo where you can walk around the system, it will follow you around as your phone films. It's a truly nice result you have to attempt for yourself. The Pivo Pod Silver setup is very fast thanks to its Bluetooth connection.

As soon as you're connected, you will observe that the software application will begin tracking your face and the motor on the system will match your motions. Pivo Pod Silver Software The Pivo Pod Silver's software application is actually the star of the entire experience. The AI Tracking and autofocus capability are excellent and rival many DSLR video cameras.