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This week, our imagination was sparked by the CamMe app, which allows you to take selfies remotely using the recognition of a clenched fist. TJournal decided to figure out what interesting things are on the market mobile applications to take a selfie, and imagined which one famous people could use them.

1. CamMe

You raise your hand, clench your palm into a fist, and after three seconds the application takes a photo. In addition to simply taking a selfie from afar, CamMe offers a photo booth mode (a series of three photos at one-second intervals) and a useless FanShot mode - inserting a face into the scenery, only two of which are free.

The 60-second training video shows an example of how the app helps a girl in a fitting room take a full-length selfie instead of taking a handheld photo of herself. Be that as it may, there is usually nowhere to put your phone in fitting rooms, and if you give it to someone to hold, it’s easier to just ask them to take a photo.

CamMe is quite buggy: it does not always detect a raised hand and “crashes” after deleting two unsuccessful photos. That didn't stop it from receiving an award at Mobile World Congress for "most innovative app."

Who will appreciate: Madonna, who is not shy about posting selfies with swollen eyes. It could have been processed!

3.Pixtr

Does everything that Facetune does - retouch, even out skin tone, brighten eyes - just at the touch of a button. True, the app’s rating (2.5 stars) and numerous reviews indicate that “ magic button” still doesn’t exist: users complain that Pixtr spoils their photos rather than improves them.

Who will appreciate it: Ivan Okhlobystin, actively.

5.FrontBack

It shoots simultaneously with both the front and rear cameras, and then stitches both photos into one shot. Convenient when people are sitting opposite each other or when you want to show how bored you are sitting in class.

There is a Dualcamera app for Android - it does the same thing as Frontback. The name of the application hints that it is not only copied from Frontback, but also tries to impersonate it. Although the application is free, users complain about the dominance of advertising.

6.Selfie Cam

The main feature of the application is the use of emotion recognition function for automatic descent. The creators of the application claim that it is enough to “wink or smile” for Selfie Cam to take a photo on its own, but in practice only a smile is detected.

But the application has a lot of stickers for photos (“Like?”, “So Hipsta”, “Badass”), which can find their popularity among young people.

Who will appreciate it: Vladimir Putin, who cares about security so much that he doesn’t even leave fingerprints on other people’s iPhones.

9.Everyday

An application for those who want to really keep track of their appearance and don't mind turning it into art. Everyday, as the name suggests, reminds the user every day to take a selfie and then allows you to turn a series of photos into a short video.

App Store: $1.99 (iPhone and iPad).

Who will appreciate: Zlata Nikolaeva, journalist and PR woman, almost every day publishing your morning selfies on Instagram.

10. Shots

An application and social network for actually posting selfies. You might think that Instagram successfully performs this function, and all other applications are not needed, but this is not true: judging by the number of likes in Shots, hundreds of thousands of people use it. In addition, there are personal messages there.

Perhaps the whole point is that Shots was taken up by opinion leaders such as New York Times journalist and author of a book about Twitter Nick Bilton and TechCrunch columnist Josh Constine.

App Store: free (iPhone and iPad).

Who will appreciate it: Justin Bieber, who has an entire profile with dozens of selfies on the app.

11. Bright Camera

Portable selfie studio with a huge amount filters, effects and frames in bright colors. In addition to creating and processing photos from your phone, you can download pictures from Facebook or Instagram.

What is a monopod (selfie stick)

To be specific, a monopod is a retractable long device, the handle of which is made on the principle of a telescope - that is, it is extended if necessary and compactly pushed back. At the end of the handle there is a holder for a smartphone. The handle itself may also have a leather or wicker loop for easy holding.

The stick is usually held in one hand by a person who wants to photograph himself from a further distance than the length of his arms allows. By adjusting the size of the handle extension, you can take pictures at different distances from the subject. With a well-chosen angle, a photo from a monopod cannot be distinguished from a photo taken by another person from a distance. This does not require the help of third parties or spending time on preliminary training in how to use your camera. The folded stick has small size and weight, which allows it to be convenient for various hikes and trips.

The smartphone is attached to the handle and allows you to take pictures from a distance

Monopods are divided into two types: wired and wireless.

• Wireless ones connect to a smartphone via Bluetooth. Photographing distance in in this case will be limited by the length of the monopod handle.
• Wired selfie sticks have a connector where the wires connecting the stick and the smartphone are connected. Phones usually use headphone jacks to connect wires. This method of photography allows you to take photos without additional recharging.

Some monopods, for example, z07 5 Kjstar, are equipped with an additional mirror, which allows you to take pictures not with the front camera, which often has less good quality, and to the back.

How to connect and configure a monopod for an Android smartphone

Before purchasing a selfie stick, you should make sure that it is suitable for your phone. Despite the apparent simplicity of this device, not all of them are compatible with Android devices and not all of them are suitable for the shooting style to which the amateur photographer is accustomed. For example, someone may find it inconvenient to take photographs without pressing a button on the monopod, but through the option of holding the shutter and pre-installation timer every time you need to take a photo. You should definitely try the convenience of the stick and its extension in the store by seeking help from a qualified sales consultant.

Video: about the features of different types of monopods

When is the selection process most suitable model monopod from the many offered by stores has finally been completed, you need to carefully read the instructions for connecting and setting it up. This must be done in order to accurately understand all the details of the functioning of the monopod, as well as the expected difficulties in its use. Otherwise, a pleasant and easy trip with the intention of photographing yourself and your company may result in unnecessary inconvenience with the camera equipment.

Connecting a monopod consists of three main stages: assembly, configuration, connection.

Monopod assembly

For the convenience of further handling of this device and obtaining good pictures You should devote time to the initial stage of assembling the monopod. This step will ensure the smartphone remains stationary and prevents it from falling out of the mount.

• Choose the most suitable mount size for your smartphone.
• Place the mount on the end of the monopod.
• Place the phone inside the mount and secure it well. Move the monopod carefully different sides tilted to check the quality of fastening. You should not neglect this method if you value your smartphone, because when taking photographs in a crowd you may be accidentally pushed or hit, and then a strong hold will protect your phone from falling.

Setting up the selfie stick

After selection good position fastening, it’s time to configure your smartphone to interact with the monopod.

• Turn on your smartphone camera and go to its settings.
• In settings, find the volume key option, then assign the camera function to that key.

Connecting a monopod to a phone

Now the most an important part- “make friends” of a monopod with a smartphone.

To connect a wireless selfie stick, you will need to activate Bluetooth on your smartphone and search for nearby devices. In the search, you need to select the detected selfie stick model and establish interaction. You can then take pictures by pressing a button on the monopod.

Wired monopods connect a little differently. You need to connect the wire supplied with the monopod to the headphone jack of your smartphone. Insert the second end of the wire into the corresponding hole in the selfie stick. This will ensure that the monopod recognizes the phone.

Possible problems with filming: their causes and solutions

Even after carefully selecting a device and testing it in different situations, you may encounter unexpected problems during operation. It’s better to understand in advance how to quickly deal with them, so that a pleasant moment of photographing does not turn into dissatisfaction with the manufacturers and a ruined trip without pictures.

The button does not work: connecting a smartphone via wire or bluetooth

So, you got ready to shoot, got into a beautiful pose and are trying to press the monopod button, but nothing happens. A very offensive situation. This can happen if you didn’t take the choice of a stick seriously enough, or maybe you just got it as a gift. The reason is that there are a great variety of devices based on the Android OS, as well as the number of monopod models. There are incompatible combinations - that is, the smartphone incorrectly receives the signal sent by the monopod. Often this problem can be solved by installing special application called SelfieShop Camera, available in the store Play applications Market.

To correct the situation:

Doesn’t take photos, but turns up the sound/There is a photo signal, but the device doesn’t take photos

The next common problem is changing the volume instead of taking photos.

1. Go to the camera settings on your smartphone (via standard application cameras).
2. We find the item “Action on the volume key” (Volume Key), then change its function to “Shooting”.
3. Testing the operation of the monopod

Other common problems and what to do about them

Why the monopod does not work with a smartphone: software incompatibility

There are other difficulties when using a monopod. For example, it is simply incompatible with your smartphone model. Most often, incompatibility can occur with Alcatel phones, Sony and wired monopods.

This problem is a consequence of an unsuitable headphone jack in the smartphone. To be precise, the connector is a combined one and is intended for a headset, that is, for headphones with a microphone, so the plug of such a connector should have four contacts, not three. And manufacturers of selfie sticks often save on plugs by using three-pin ones.

There can be two solutions here:

1. For incompatible phones (except Sony brand), a regular adapter from three to four pins is suitable.
2. Owners Sony smartphones you will have to try, as phone manufacturers have resorted to a trick designed to encourage buyers to purchase only “native” headsets of the same brand. They changed the order of the wires in the gadget connector, that is, a regular adapter will not solve the problem, you need to look for another one. Thus, if your monopod is equipped with a high-quality plug with four contacts, but the phone does not see it, then the problem is in the order of the wires. Just to be sure, try connecting the monopod to a smartphone of a different brand; if the shooting is normal, then it’s a problem with the wires. In this case, you will have to buy a 4 to 4 pin adapter with a different pinout (pin order).

Failure of the monopod photograph button

Yes, this can also be a common reason for the monopod not responding to pressing the shooting button. Poor quality buttons break quickly. You can take the monopod in for repairs, but this will take time. In this case, the problem is completely solvable in a fast way, which, however, is not convenient for everyone and can only be considered as a temporary solution.

Both options are available through settings regular application cameras in a smartphone.

• Timer shooting is a delayed release function, when the timer on the smartphone is set for a time sufficient to move the monopod to a distance and take a beautiful pose.
• Continuous shooting - the smartphone automatically takes several pictures in a row, without having to press a button before each one.

What apps are there for the selfie stick?

If the standard camera options are not enough, you can install additional applications on a smartphone, available in the Play Market application store.

SelfieShop Camera

The application is not only convenient for taking photographs, but also helps to troubleshoot some problems, such as the lack of connection between the monopod and the smartphone. Through this application You can take photographs using either a wired or Bluetooth monopod. The application is very simple and easy to understand, but this is also its main drawback. It does not have video shooting, there is no photo editor, but the application weight is only about two megabytes.

To take a photo, connect your smartphone to the monopod via cable or set up interaction via Bluetooth, launch the application, point at the subject and press the button on your monopod responsible for taking a photo. If necessary, you can change the photo parameters in the left side menu - such as brightness/contrast, frame size, exposure value and others.

The SelfieShop Camera app is very simple and convenient for monopod owners

How to use Retrica

One of most popular applications, loved by many monopod and smartphone owners thanks to its extensive collection of filters (more than 100 pieces) that can be applied in real time even before pressing the shutter button on the camera. In addition to the ability to add effects to a photo, the application has a photo editor in which you can change the parameters of the resulting photo in more detail.

Before connecting the monopod to your smartphone, you should understand the application settings and its capabilities.

Click on the gear image on the left top corner screen after launching the application. This will take you to its settings.

Application Settings

The first settings block “Save to” is responsible for the location where the photographs taken will be saved. “Camera Roll” - saving to the phone’s image gallery. “Retrica Album” is an album of Retrica images that will be created automatically.

More useful options:

• “Touch Sound” - disable touch sound;
• “Add Geo Tag” - adding a geotag to a photo;
• “Watermark” - erasing Retrika’s watermark from a photo.

After launching the application, the object being photographed is displayed, to which the selected filter is instantly applied, even before pressing the shooting button.

Of the tools located on the orange stripe, there are:

• Changing the frame size (you can take more than one photo, but a collage at once, the function is implemented very conveniently - after releasing the camera shutter, the camera will take a number of pictures equal to the number of squares in the collage);
• The button with a circle in a square adds a vignette to the photo (makes the edges darker);
• The drop icon activates the blur mode for the entire area except for the one selected by touching the desired place in the photo;
• The square image on the next button is responsible for selecting a frame for the photo;
• The timer icon controls the automatic shutter release time and allows you to set the interval between photos.

A number of tools are also available in the gray bar at the very bottom of the application.

• The film icon allows you to view the photos you have taken in the album and proceed to editing the photo;
• Crossed arrows represent sequential filter selection (that is, the filter changes after each click on the arrow icon).
• Three circles - manual selection of the effect.

The basic functions of the application are free, but for the ability to edit photos after shooting, you will have to pay, that is, upgrade the application to the PRO version. Moreover, you can discover that the function is paid quite by accident - the editor itself allows you to process a photo, but you can save the resulting processed photo only in the PRO version.

After you try all the features of the application, you can safely connect the monopod to your smartphone and take pictures by pressing the button on its handle.

Error “PIN or password entered incorrectly” when connecting a monopod

Another problem that a monopod owner may encounter is the appearance of a pin code or password error. This most often occurs with monopods connected via Bluetooth.

Here are some ways to solve the problem:

1. If this error appears, disconnect the monopod from the smartphone, turn off bluetooth and restart the smartphone. In most cases, this solves the problem.
2. Also, an error may occur if the phone does not have Latest updates operating system. Check your smartphone for updates, then reconnect the monopod to it.

Now, when you go on a trip with a monopod, you can be sure that all the best moments will be captured. No problems and system errors will not be able to stop your friends from sharing the joy of photography with you.

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Program SelfiShop Camera(for Android) allows you to use Selfie Buttons (on tripods - monopods) to take frames, as well as examine the codes and commands sent by selfie buttons. Can be customized various actions for each selfie button - shooting, switching the camera zoom, etc. Unique functions (for example, automatically creating a mini copy of a photo for social networks or email) will allow you to save time and money on mobile traffic.

The program is compatible with all monopods that are in our store, for example: KJStar Z07, Yunteng, AB Shutter, Wii, Dispho, Take Pole RK90E, etc.

If you forgot your selfie stick at home, no problem! The program can be used without a monopod, as regular camera. User-friendly interface and many useful functions Make Selfishop Camera your friend and photo assistant!

If for some reason you do not have access to Google Market, then you can download the program and install it yourself. Download Selftshop Camera 2.51 (1.3 MB).

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We respect your privacy. The program does not require an account, does not send anywhere and does not share your photos with anyone! All photos remain only with you!

Save time and money for more important things!

The program has several built-in unique features that will help you save money, time and traffic! Automatic creation mini copies, creation of demo samples, etc.

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Our program makes not only shooting simple, but also simplifies many other things. complex functions. This button switches toolbars with a quick click and launches the self-monopod connection assistant with a long press.

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You no longer need to search through the wilds for a menu. the desired function or customization! The toolbar contains all the settings and functions that may be useful when shooting. Everything you need is always at hand!

Capture function button

This button will help you take wonderful shots! The shooting button operates in three modes: Simple mode, Continuous shooting, Shooting as in digital camera. It is also an indicator of certain processes.

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By using " Monopod connection assistant"In a few seconds you can connect and configure any monopod, remote control or headset! You can connect and shoot from a distance with anything, even a Bluetooth headset.

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BeautyCam from the same publisher, but with less Asian cuteness. The application has functions of both soft and unrestrained anime retouching. You can enlarge the eyes, remove the cheeks, add makeup and ears, and add other special effects. There are also various filters and the ability to Photoshop your skin to perfection. After BeautyCam it is impossible to look in the mirror.

Snapchat

As the editors of Afisha write, “the application that opened the portal to hell.” There are a lot of flower carons and deer ears here. Snapchat - combines a set of recognizable filters (including the well-known Face Swap). It is possible to add an emoji, draw a flower, or write something indecent. Freedom of creativity.

MSQRD

Classic photo editor. If you are a connoisseur of portraits, then this is a must-have. The application unobtrusively masks skin defects, details eyebrows and eyelashes, and adds volume to the hairstyle. In a word, it makes your photo an improved copy of reality.

InstaBeauty

In InstaBeauty you will find both filters and effects under Prisma, but that is not why it is popular. InstaBeauty has a function for applying makeup in Western and Eastern styles, as well as a male make-up and an “auto-retouching” function of varying intensity.

Selfshot

In Selfshot, when you shoot with the front camera, the entire screen turns white, highlighting your face, but still leaves a small preview in the top left corner so you're not forced to shoot blindly. An irreplaceable thing in conditions of total lack of light after 5 pm.

MomentCam

Now there's a place for disgusting caricatures separate application. You can take a photo in the application or load a photo from memory. In a couple of clicks, the image of your couple in MomentCam will move to the lawn or to the seashore. Everything will look so bad that it’s even good.

Makeup Genius

One of the pioneers in the world of virtual makeup try-on. Here you may be surprised at how well the arrows drawn on the screen stick to your eyes. The app is constantly updated, so you can try on new trends, Blake Lively's makeup at the Golden Globes, or evaluate how LʼOréal's golden lipstick will look on you.

• Compatible with almost all existing monopods, both wired and bluetooth.
• Automatic recognition and remembering the selfie stick button.
• Ability to lock exposure and white balance when you press the shutter button.
• Displays the battery charge percentage on the screen, as well as the amount free space on the device.
• Availability of autofocus, full screen viewing, continuous shooting.
• Setting up the main and front camera.
• Ability to switch toolbars.

If the selfie stick you purchased has several function buttons, you can customize them depending on your preferences. SelfiShop Camera also takes care of the privacy of its users, because taking pictures does not require a account. The created pictures will not be saved to cloud storage or be located in in social networks without the knowledge of the phone owner. To download SelfiShop Camera on Android, use the direct link in this article below.