Pivo Pod Review: A Camera Assistant For Aspiring ... - Wired

[Johnette Atilano]

There is also a $109 Pivo Pod Red that features a slightly 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 lovely matte-black surface, with a slim silver ring that hugs the upper center of the unit just under the motorized install.

The Pivo Pod likewise features a coordinating push-button control covered in the exact same soft silicone that allows you to control the system. In general, the build quality is outstanding. The Pivo Pod SIlver has a 1/4 inch thread on its bottom surface area so you can link it to a tripod or a smart device gimbal.

There is likewise a bubble level on the top of the unit to assist you get completely level and aligned shots. This especially 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 perfection and allows you to firmly place your phone in the system and tighten it into location with the twist of a knob.

It has a number of buttons for altering the motor instructions and speed, image capture, zoom, and stopping briefly the motor. Unfortunately, there's no power button. (Image credit: Future)The Pivo Pod Silver comes with a micro-USB port for charging the unit; which is a rather old choice in this day and age. A circular light at the center of the unit turns blue when the button is pushed and connected to your phone through Bluetooth and red when detached or charging.

It also implies that if you set up the Pivo where you can walk the unit, it will follow you around as your phone films. It's a really nice effect you need to attempt for yourself. The Pivo Pod Silver setup is super fast thanks to its Bluetooth connection.

When you're linked, you will observe that the software will start tracking your face and the motor on the system will match your motions. Pivo Pod Silver Software Application The Pivo Pod Silver's software application is really the star of the entire experience. The AI Tracking and autofocus ability are excellent and rival numerous DSLR video cameras.