# Intelligent Photography Robots The Smart Shoot Enables Any Smartphone to be a Hands-Free Camera By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-02-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handsfree-camera References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/smart-shoot-smartphone-video-capture-robot-05-02-2016/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1544031815/smart-shoot-intelligent-shooting-robot) The prevalence of smartphone technology has enabled consumers to expect photo functionality on demand, so the Smart Shoot is designed to transform devices into a hands-free camera. Working like a [robotic smartphone holder](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gency-pb), the Smart Shoot has [intelligent tracking capabilities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-osmo-mobile-8) that will enable great shots to be captured, easily. The Smart Shoot can tilt and rotate to effectively make sure that moments aren't missed during family get-togethers or other special occasions. The convenient setup of the device is quick, simple and effective with users being able to enjoy the benefits of a hands-free camera in just a matter of moments. The Smart Shoot is currently funding on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shiftcam-snapgrip) where early adopters can pick up the robotic smartphone accessory for an early bird special of $88. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Multimedia](https://www.trendhunter.com/multimedia) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Hands-free Camera:** The Smart Shoot transforms smartphones into hands-free cameras, meeting the demand for photo functionality on demand. - **Intelligent Tracking:** The Smart Shoot's intelligent tracking capabilities offer disruptive innovation opportunities for capturing great shots with ease. - **Robotic Smartphone Holder:** The Smart Shoot's innovative design as a robotic smartphone holder opens up possibilities for convenient and effective hands-free photography. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Mobile Accessories:** The Smart Shoot's technology creates opportunities for the mobile accessories industry to offer innovative products that enhance smartphone photography capabilities. - **Photography Equipment:** The Smart Shoot's hands-free camera functionality presents disruptive innovation opportunities for the photography equipment industry to develop new products that cater to consumer demands. - **Consumer Electronics:** The Smart Shoot's intelligent tracking features demonstrate potential disruptive innovation opportunities within the consumer electronics industry, particularly for hands-free photography solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Powered Smartphone Mounts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/obsbot-me.md) - [Facial Recognition Phone Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartphone-holder-tripod.md) - [AI-Powered Gimbals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isteady-m7.md) - [Magnetic Smartphone Photography Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shiftcam-snapgrip.md) - [Multi-Functional Smartphone Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meboge.md) - [Smartphone Gimbal Attachments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snappy-mobile.md) - [AI-Powered Smartphone Photography Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pivo-pod-x.md) - [Advanced AI-Powered Smartphone Gimbals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-tracking.md) - [Motion-Tracking Phone Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motion-tracking-phone-mount.md)