The capability of iPhone 6 to produce quality photos makes the
third parties eager to improve it through various accessories, starting from
the lenses to the casings which can make the handset serves like a real camera,
there are many accessories offered to enhance the shooting experiences with the
iPhone 6.
One of the latest innovations comes from the Taiwanese
startup named Bitplay. This is not the first time this startup creates the
iPhone accessories for photographic purposes. Learning from previous
experiences, Bitplay creates a new device accessory that can make the iPhone 6
acts like a digital camera.
Snap Pro is a casing that promises ultimate experience in
photographing using the iPhone 6 - or iPhone 6S. This casing has a bulge at the
bottom of the back that serves as a hand grip which is commonly found on
mirrorless camera or DSLR.
But of course not everyone is happy with the bulge.
Therefore, this grip part is made interchangeable; you can take it off easily,
and then put the iPhone 6 in a pocket. You are free to wear the grip or not, it
all depends on your taste.
The next feature is the most important part of the Snap Pro:
shutter button. Bitplay has designed a special mechanism so that when you press
the shutter button, the iPhone volume button will be pressed automatically and
the picture will be taken. Such mechanism also makes Snap Pro is compatible
with almost all existing camera apps in the App Store.
Other benefit of the Snap Pro shutter button mechanism is it
doesn't need Bluetooth connectivity or a Lightning connector. Snap Pro can be
used at any time, and it certainly will not drain the iPhone 6 battery. Snap
Pro also has a thumb rest that can be attached to the side of the iPhone, so
the position of your thumb and index finger on the shutter button will feel more
natural.
At the same time, Bitplay apparently also prepares a series
of lenses that are compatible with Snap Pro casing. Starting from the
wide-angle lens, macro lens, up to telephoto, they can be removable with ease,
adjusting to your needs and preferences.
As a casing, Snap Pro should provide adequate protection to
the iPhone 6. This casing consists of two layers: the outer and inner frames
are designed to absorb impact as effectively as possible. The grip is also
equipped with a tripod jack so you can use it like a professional photographer.
Through Kickstarter, Snap Pro is now offered for $ 49, and
it's available in two colors: black or white. There is also a package worth of
$ 69 which includes a wide angle lens and macro lens. The lenses themselves can
be purchased separately at a price range of $ 25 - $ 40.