Belkin unveils the Auto-Tracking Stand Pro featuring DockKit, taking content creation to the next level – and in a separate article linked below, see the new Qi 2 charges, GAN 4-port charger, GAN-powered dock, and other new MagSafe Charging accessories!
Belkin, has been creating consumer electronics for 40 years, which is a fantastic milestone, but the hit products haven’t slowed down an iota, with CES 2024 showcasing Belkin’s strengths as one of the world’s top consumer electronics brands.
The separate article with Belkin’s other new products beyond the Auto-Tracking Stand Pro is here (link coming shortly).
At CES 2024, Belkin has introduced the first-ever accessory to work with DockKit – the Auto-Tracking Stand Pro. The all-new Stand Pro provides automatic, silent, motorised, seamless camerawork using iPhone’s built in camera, and DockKit’s automated subject tracking technology to follow subjects on camera as they move around their space with 360 degrees of pan and 90 degrees of tilt. It is the perfect accessory for immersive video calls or recording interactive content that involves a high degree of movement.
“The Stand Pro is unlike any other Belkin product we’ve created. Combining premium Belkin quality, impressively responsive robotics, and advanced subject tracking technology with DockKit, we’re excited to provide content creators with a thoughtfully designed product that will effortlessly enhance the creation process,” said Melody Tecson, Belkin’s vice president of product management.
“We are proud to deliver the world’s first DockKit-enabled accessory, and we look forward to bringing more content creation products to market.”
Here is my video interview with Belkin’s Senior Product Evangelist, Alex Faust, who started by demonstrating how the Auto-Tracking Stand Pro works, after which he demonstrated
More information on the other products Alex showcased in the video above can be seen here (link coming shortly).
Designed for iOS for use with front and rear cameras, DockKit allows users to easily create, present, and record without having to download third party apps in just four easy steps:
1. Snap iPhone 12 or later with Magsafe onto Stand Pro using MagSafe
2. Pair via NFC
3. Open camera on FaceTime, Instagram, TikTok, Canva, WhatsApp, Microsoft Teams or other social media apps or messaging platforms
4. Start creating
With the Stand Pro, users can easily extend the field of view to 360 degrees of pan and 90 degrees of tilt by supporting a pitch and yaw motion model and an automatic system tracker. This lets creators focus on the content while DockKit automatically keeps thesubject in frame at all angles while capturing natural movements without the need for manual adjustment.
Key features, pricing and availability:
• Made with MagSafe – charge and chat at the same time with fast wireless charging up to 15W when the Stand Pro is plugged in.
• 360º Movement Tracking – movement tracking with DockKit always keeps people in frame no matter how many times they circle the room.
• 90º Motorised Auto Tilt – capture at any angle using front or rear cameras with automatic video angle adjusting for going high or low.
• Single button activation – turn movement tracking on or off with one button; an LED indicator will indicate if tracking is active.
• Rechargeable battery – no wall outlet, no problem; the dock provides 5 hours of battery life for capturing content on-the-go.
• 5ft USB-C cable and 30W power supply included.
The Auto Tracking Stand Pro is made more responsibly with a minimum of 75% PCR materials and sold in plastic-free packaging in line with the company’s commitment to find more responsible ways to build products.
It is coming soon to Belkin.com/au and select retailers worldwide for $299.95 AUD. US Pricing is $179.99.
