# Floating Camera Mounts The U-Float Mount is Optimized for Water-Based Shooting By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2015-03-17 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floating-camera References: [xsories](http://www.xsories.com/ufloat-uflt3a023.html) The U-Float floating camera mount is a handheld device specifically designed to keep any digital camera, including a Go Pro, afloat during water-based adventures. The mount features an ergonomic design that's both waterproof and buoyant. To ensure ease of use, the U-Float has a silicone exterior to provide a strong grip, even when the device is wet. Finally, the bright orange color makes the U-Float easy to spot in the midst of all the splashy fun. To get started, users simply fasten their camera to the U-Float using a universal screw. The gadget also comes with a camera tether loop to hold it firmly against the user's hand, as well as a cord cam leash. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Water-based Adventure Gear:** There is a growing demand for innovative products that enhance the experience of water-based adventures. - **Ergonomic Design:** The integration of ergonomic design principles into consumer products presents a disruptive opportunity for enhancing usability and user experience. - **Waterproof Technology:** The development of waterproof technology is revolutionizing the way people capture moments in water-based activities. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Outdoor Recreation:** The outdoor recreation industry can tap into the demand for water-based adventure gear by developing innovative equipment and accessories. - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies have an opportunity to explore the integration of ergonomic design principles into their products, offering users enhanced comfort and usability. - **Photography and Videography:** The photography and videography industry can capitalize on the demand for waterproof technology by developing cameras, mounts, and accessories that are specifically optimized for water-based shooting. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Landscape Photographer Camera Mounts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tripod-mount.md) - [Aquatic Smartphone Photography Domes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartphone-mobile-mini-dome.md) - [Waterproof Self-Flying Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoverair-aqua-drone.md) - [Lightweight 360-Degree Action Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insta360-x4-air.md) - [Motion-Tracking Smartphone Tripods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insta360-flow.md) - [Lightweight Waterproof Drone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoverair-aqua.md) - [4K-Enabled Underwater Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/4kenabled-underwater-drone.md) - [Portable Stabilizing Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/djis-osmo-action-4.md) - [Ultra-Durable Action Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insta360-x5.md)