# Motion-Tracking Smartphone Tripods The 'Insta360 Flow' is Perfect for Immersive Filmmaking By Kanesa D | Published 2023-04-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insta360-flow References: [techbullion](https://techbullion.com/insta360-launches-insta360-flow-and-embraces-new-challenger-for-class-leading-smartphone-gimbal/) & [vlogsfan](https://vlogsfan.com/en-ca/products/insta360-flow-the-al-tracking-smartphone-gimbal-stabilizer?_pos=4&_sid=d2eb4e21f&_ss=r)  Insta360 launched a new 'Insta360 Flow' [smartphone gimbal](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-rs-5) for aspiring or professional filmmakers. While the product includes a long list of new features, some of the highlights include superior stabilization, tracking and panning modes, and easy assembly. A tiny control panel on this new tripod is linked to a wheel on the side. The 'Pan Follow' option on the new Insta360 gimbal is an excellent shooting tool. When in this shooting mode, the gimbal will be fixed to a horizontal plane. It will include an Auto Mode option, much like its predecessor. Users will be able to [track a subject](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gopro-fluid-pro-ai) and take pictures with it automatically instead of manually moving the camera themselves. The Insta360 Flow is practical and simple to use. Users can attach a smartphone to the gimbal using the magnetic clasp, and the complete gadget may also be [folded neatly for trouble-free storage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-osmo-mobile-7-pro). A full list of features are available on the brand's website. Image Credit: Insta360 ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 15% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Motion-tracking Smartphone Tripods:** Smartphone gimbal technology is on the rise. Companies should invest in designing affordable accessories that offer similar features to the more expensive brands. - **AI-assisted Film-making:** As the Insta360 Flow demonstrates, adding AI-assisted functions to film-making tools can help professionals and amateurs create more professional-looking results. - **Compact Filming Accessories:** Creating filming accessories that are compact and easy to use will continue to be in high demand for consumers seeking to capture high-quality videos on their smartphones. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Smartphone Accessories:** Smartphone accessories companies should invest in developing similar affordable products that offer great features to users looking to create professional videos on their smartphones. - **Film-making Industry:** Film-making industry professionals and amateurs alike will benefit from using motion-tracking smartphone tripods, as they can create more immersive, professional-looking videos. - **Consumer Electronics:** The rise of motion-tracking smartphone tripods shows that companies can succeed in creating and marketing compact, easy-to-use, and affordable filming accessories to the masses. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Automatic Tracking Smartphone Gimbals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flow-pro-smartphone-gimbal.md) - [AI-Enabled Smartphone Gimbals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flow-2-pro.md) - [AI-Powered Gimbals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isteady-m7.md) - [Advanced AI-Powered Smartphone Gimbals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-tracking.md) - [360-Degree Active Tracking Gimbals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-osmo-mobile-8.md) - [Automated AI Smartphone Stabilizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smove-pro-mobile-x.md) - [Facial Recognition Phone Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartphone-holder-tripod.md) - [AI-Powered Smartphone Gimbals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aipowered-smartphone-gimbal.md) - [Cordless Triple-Axis Gimbal Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feiyu-pocket-3.md)