Insta360 has unveiled considered one of its most uncommon equipment to this point, and it’d quietly clear up an issue most smartphone customers have discovered to dwell with.
The Snap Selfie Screen, which works with each iPhones and Android units, is a compact, magnetic show that attaches to the again of your cellphone and mirrors its display in actual time.
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It’s a concept that feels like a natural evolution of the tiny mirrors found on some phone cases, but taken several steps further.
A smarter way to use your phone’s best camera
Most modern smartphones pack their most advanced sensors and lenses on the rear, yet selfies and vlogs are still largely captured with front-facing cameras for convenience.
Snap aims to change that by offering a real-time preview of your shot, even with ultra-wide rear lenses.
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The mirrored display also supports touch input, so you can adjust settings, start recording, or fine-tune composition without reaching around the device.
The experience is plug-and-play via USB-C, with no pairing required and minimal lag, making it feel more like an extension of your phone than a separate gadget.
There are two versions available: a standard model and one with a built-in rim light developed in collaboration with AMIRO, designed to provide adjustable brightness and colour for more flattering shots in tricky lighting conditions.
Both models are powered directly by the phone, meaning there’s no separate battery to charge, although it does mean you’ll be drawing from your handset’s power while shooting.
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Physically, the Snap is slim and pocketable, with a protective cover that doubles as a screen guard when not in use.
It’s also handy when the Snap is in use, preventing you from accidentally touching your smartphone’s large front display.
The Snap is available at Insta360 now for a advisable value of $80 / $90 within the US, £73 / £88 within the UK, €86 / €96 in Europe and AU$140 / AU$155 in Australia.