Cameras

5 reasons to get an LG 360 Cam

Published

December 9, 2016

Marvin Velasco

Have you ever wondered how all those 360-degree photos and videos you’ve seen on YouTube and Facebook are made? They look like they were shot with several cameras at the same time, but in reality, there are single, affordable cameras out there that can do everything — just ask LG.

LG’s 360 Cam is a fantastic entry point into the world of shooting virtual reality content. Using two 13-megapixel wide-angle cameras, you can take 180-degree or 360-degree shots with a press of a button.

Sounds all well and good, but there’s more to the 360 Cam than just its cute figure. Here are five legit reasons why we’d recommend getting one of your own.

It literally fits in the palm of your hand

Gone are the days when you had to stick numerous wide-angle cameras together to get a panorama photo. The LG 360 Cam is easy to grip, thanks to smooth curves and enough space below the lenses for your hands.

It also weighs only 75 grams, so it can easily fit in your jeans pocket or handbag. Just make sure to slide it into the bundled case first — that’ll keep the lenses in tip-top condition.

The case doubles as an extended grip

We simply love cases that serve two purposes. While shooting, you may attach the protective case to the bottom of the unit, in order to reach higher heights and peek around corners.

It’s also imperative to use the extended grip if you want to eliminate views of your hand or the floor during 360 shots. Trust us, our captures looked so much better after making this a habit.

Controls are very intuitive

With a total of two physical buttons on the 360 Cam — one power button and a shutter key — you can get the hang of the controls during your first run. How’s that for user-friendliness?

But that doesn’t mean you’re limited to only a couple of functions. For example, tapping or holding the shutter button provides two different commands, namely taking a photo or video, respectively.

It’s so easy to pair with

Something that worries us whenever we get a hold of a shiny new gadget is compatibility. There are times when a device would only work with a certain brand or operating system; this instance isn’t one of them.

We were able to pair the 360 Cam with a selection of different Android smartphones, including LG handsets of course. If you have an iPhone, that’ll work, too. Just download the LG 360 Cam Manager app and you’re good to go.

Shoot photos and videos shoot without a hitch

We’ve talked a lot about simplicity and ease of use, but how about actually shooting with it? Fortunately, all those positive qualities apply here, too. You can take a photo or video by pressing the shutter button on the camera itself, or the virtual key in the app.

Here’s a sample of a 180-degree photo:

Here’s a sample of a 360-degree photo:

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Here’s a sample of a 360-degree video:

All files go straight to a microSD card you insert underneath. You can then plug that card into your computer, or download all your shots wirelessly to your phone through the proprietary app. Transfers are done through Wi-Fi, so it’s way faster than Bluetooth (although the latter is used for pairing with your device of choice).

Bonus: It’s really affordable

Best of all, you don’t have to rob a bank to afford an LG 360 Cam. It currently retails for $200, and you can find some sweet discounts this holiday season. That’s a great deal for a camera that captures and transfers with ease!

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Cameras

Kodak Charmera gets seven Y2K-inspired designs

It’s the perfect way to soothe your inner 90s child.

Published

June 17, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

A Kodak Charmera is the latest camera fad to hit social media by storm. The tiny camera is now a must-have for anyone collecting memories. Of course, the appeal is the nostalgia of using an old point-and-shoot. If that’s why you have one of these cameras, the Charmera has a new Millennium Edition, which amplifies the nostalgia factor with seven Y2K-inspired designs.

The original Charmera is a product of 80s technology. Though it can capture photos at a resolution of 1440 x 1080, it’s still delightfully lo-fi. Photos are grainy and don’t really look great, but that’s just the charm of the camera. It’s reminiscent of those times when you can simply turn on a point-and-shoot and capture a moment quickly without thinking about composition or contrast.

The new Millennium Edition, which launches today, adds seven new designs to the Charmera. Unlike the more traditional designs of the initial release, the new release typifies the aesthetics of the 90s to the early 00s: bold colors, metallic finishes, and chrome. All of these are represented in two or three options of the Millennium Edition.

It’s just a design update, though. Other than how it looks, the Millennium Edition is identical to the original camera. Still, if you’re a huge fan of the early 00s aesthetic, these seven designs might be a must-have as well.

Cameras

DJI sues Insta360 over Luna camera patents

Patent battle begins.

Published

June 12, 2026

GadgetMatch

File Photo: DJI Osmo Pocket

Chinese camera maker DJI has filed patent infringement lawsuits against rival company Insta360, escalating competition in the growing market for pocket-sized gimbal cameras.

The lawsuits target Insta360’s newly launched Luna camera lineup, including the Luna Ultra. DJI claims the products infringe on both design and utility patents associated with its Osmo Pocket series.

According to reports, DJI filed two separate lawsuits in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas. The first focuses on design patents, while the second alleges infringement of four utility patents related to camera tracking and gimbal control technologies.

DJI claims Luna copies Osmo Pocket technology

DJI argues that Insta360’s Luna cameras closely resemble the design and functionality of the Osmo Pocket line. The company alleges that protected elements include the handheld form factor, rotating display, control layout, and several subject-tracking features.

The company is reportedly seeking damages and a permanent injunction that could block the sale of the Luna cameras in the United States if the court rules in its favor.

Insta360 responds with countersuits

Insta360 has rejected DJI’s allegations and says the Luna platform is the result of years of independent research and development. The company has also filed countersuits against DJI, alleging infringement of five patents related to stabilization and gimbal technologies.

According to Insta360, the patents cited in its countersuits cover technologies used across several DJI product lines, including the Osmo Pocket, Ronin, Osmo Mobile, and Osmo 360 series.

What happens next?

Patent disputes of this scale often take years to resolve. For now, both companies continue to sell their products while the legal process moves forward. Industry observers expect the case to focus on whether the technologies and designs used in the Luna cameras are sufficiently distinct from DJI’s existing patents.

The legal battle comes at a time when both DJI and Insta360 are expanding beyond their traditional product categories and competing more directly in the creator camera market.

Cameras

What HYROX Hong Kong looks like up close

Photographed on the Canon EOS R6 Mark III.

Published

June 11, 2026

MJ Jucutan

HYROX drew people from all over the world for a single purpose: finish the course. In Hong Kong, athletes showed up at AsiaWorld-Expo ready to run, row, and push through 8 stations of pure functional fitness.

So, we brought the Canon EOS R6 Mark III to capture one of the most demanding fitness races on the planet.

The Expo floor is a lighting nightmare, a mix of harsh overheads and deep shadows, but the 32.5MP sensor handled the contrast without breaking a sweat.

The 40fps electronic shutter and Pre-continuous shooting meant we were already capturing the moment half a second before we consciously decided to press the shutter.

Covering a race means staying mobile, and the 8.5-stop IBIS let us move freely alongside athletes without losing the shot. The Dual Pixel CMOS AF II stayed locked on athletes even when they were squinting through the final stretch.

What came out were stories of triumph and determination. Even when their bodies were screaming, they pushed through anyway.

This is what HYROX Hong Kong looked like from the inside.