# Gun Handle Phone Grips The 'Grip & Shoot' Attaches to Your Phone for More Stable Photos By Alexander Lam | Published 2013-06-28 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grip-shoot References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/grip-shoot-ergonomic-pistol-grip-for-iphone/28066/) & [gripandshoot](http://www.gripandshoot.com/) Helping you take [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leica-lux-grip) pictures, the Grip & Shoot system provides a better way to take photos. Shaped like a gun handle, the accessory connects to your phone via Bluetooth. The [ergonomic grip](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kickout-grip-stand) lets you hold your phone naturally and take beautiful pictures. When you don't feel like using the grip, you can detach part of the Grip & Shoot and attach your phone to a tripod. The detached grip can then be used as a remote control so that you can take a picture. In addition to acting as a photography assistant, the pistol-shaped grip can also be used for other apps. The gadget's developers have released an API for anybody that wants to incorporate the device's unique qualities. Things such as [shooting games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abxylute-m4-snapon) can be augmented with the grip. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Bluetooth Phone Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new phone accessories that utilize Bluetooth technology for enhanced usability and functionality. - **Ergonomic Photography Equipment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create ergonomic photography accessories that provide better stability and comfort for photographers. - **API Integration for Gadgets:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the integration of APIs to allow third-party developers to incorporate unique features of gadgets into their own applications. ### Where This Applies - **Mobile Phone Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Pioneer new mobile phone accessories that enhance user experience and functionality with innovative design features. - **Photography Equipment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Revolutionize the photography industry by developing ergonomic and versatile equipment that improves the quality of photos. - **Tech Gadgets and Gaming:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine technology and gaming through the incorporation of unique gadgets, offering immersive and interactive gaming experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Magnetic Smartphone Photography Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shiftcam-snapgrip.md) - [Smartphone Gimbal Attachments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snappy-mobile.md) - [Tactile Photography Phone Attachments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leica-lux.md) - [Photography MagSafe Smartphone Grips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leica-lux-grip.md) - [MagSafe Photographer-Style Grips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lux-grip.md) - [Multi-Position Smartphone Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/telegun-smartphone-controller.md) - [Magnetic Snap-On Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snapgrip.md) - [Smartphone-to-Camera Transformed Attachments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stage-powergrip.md) - [Ergonomic Smartphone Photography Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swiss-rig-bresson.md)