CES 2024 is underway, and accessory maker Belkin took the opportunity to introduce the world’s first DockKit-compatible iPhone accessory: the Auto-Tracking Stand Pro.
Capable of 360-degree swivel and 90-degree tilt, this motorized iPhone mount uses Apple’s automated tracking technology to record subjects on camera as they move through a space. It’s designed for immersive video calls or for recording interactive content that involves a high degree of movement, Belkin says.
Apple’s DockKit API (application programming interface) is the framework that allows iPhones to act as a host computer for motorized camera mounts. The feature was announced at WWDC 2023 and launched with iOS 17 in September, but Belkin’s Auto-Tracking Stand Pro is the first Apple-certified “Works with DockKit” accessory.
Compatible with any iPhone newer than the iPhone 12, the Auto-Tracking Stand Pro is MagSafe compatible and offers fast wireless charging up to 15W when plugged in. It also has a rechargeable battery that Belkin says will provide up to five hours of battery life. life to capture content on the go. The stand offers convenient one-button activation and an LED indicator will indicate if tracking is active.
Belkin is clearly marketing the Auto-Tracking Stand Pro toward content creators: “We’re excited to provide content creators with a thoughtfully designed product that will effortlessly enhance the creation process,” said Melody Tecson, vice president of product management at Belkin. Belkin said in a statement, but the company’s latest accessory could also be useful for fitness, education and healthcare professionals.
Unfortunately, it won’t be cheap. There’s a premium to pay to own the world’s first DockKit certified product, and Belkin has confirmed that the Auto-Tracking Stand Pro will sell for $179.99 / £169.99 / AU$299.95 when it hits shelves in the next few months. The product is now available for pre-order.
In addition to the Auto-Tracking Stand Pro, Belkin also announced the BoostCharge Pro 3-in-1 Magnetic Stand, BoostCharge Pro Magnetic Power Bank, BoostCharge Pro 200W 4-Port GaN USB-C Charger, and the 6-in-1 GaN Core Dock. at CES 2024. All four products will launch in March or earlier.
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