HoverAir X1: A Hands-Free Drone Selfie Innovation to Replace the Traditional Selfie Stick

The selfie stick has caused issues in several countries in recent years, leading to restrictions at sporting events, museums, and entertainment parks from Wimbledon to the National Gallery, prohibiting people from using them on the grounds that their metal poles obstruct the view.

With this new innovation, people will have to contend with the loud buzzing of a swarm of drone selfie aircraft instead of facing visibility challenges caused by metal sticks. Unlike the selfie stick, the HoverAir X1 device, weighing 4 ounces (125 grams) and usable indoors or outdoors, operates entirely hands-free. It does not require a controller or app; instead, it relies on the “gesture control” feature, allowing it to follow you through arm movements.

With utmost simplicity, all you need to do is activate the drone and place it on the palm of your hand while directing the camera. After pressing the launch button, the device takes three seconds to focus on individuals and takes off into the air. This eliminates the need for physical contact or manual control, providing users with a novel and convenient way to capture moments without the limitations of a traditional selfie stick.