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BenQ Creative Pro PD2770U monitor: a totally new workflow

27-03-2026/0 Comments/in blog, Reviews/by Frank Doorhof

BenQ Creative Pro PD2770U review by Frank Doorhof

Workflow has to be easy

When it comes to calibration and backups, we can always talk about backups, but for today, let’s talk about something that a lot of photographers forget or simply never do: calibration. This is the BenQ Creative Pro PD2770U review. It’s the first BenQ monitor with a built-in calibrator.

Let’s first talk a bit about what calibration is, and why it’s important for you and your clients.

But first:
Disclaimer
I’ve been a BenQ ambassador for many years.
I have chosen BenQ due to their dedication to calibration and color accuracy. They did not read the review beforehand and have no input on my opinions.
What I advise my readers is 100% my personal opinion, and I think it is the only way to deliver reliable reviews.

Color Evokes Emotion

When we watch movies or look at art, there is an almost 100% chance that the creator of that piece of art/movie has spent hours determining the exact color he/she uses for a particular scene or work.

Movies

Think about movies like The Matrix, where we see a slight green cast when we are inside the matrix and a slight blue tint in the real world.
Same thing with Terminator, the start-scene is incredibly blue while the rest of the movie has a more warmer tint.
This is not an accident; it’s done 100% intentional.

Photography

But also think about your own photography.
How many of you empty the card, look at the images, and go “done for today, it’s perfect”?
Most of the time, we will adjust the exposure, contrast, and maybe add some sharpness.
So I hear you think “this is my workflow, so I don’t need color calibration”.
Sorry to burst your bubble.

When we talk about the calibration of a device, we don’t just talk about color; we talk about much more.
Including the perfect black point, where we see all the shadow detail, and the perfect white point, where we don’t see any clipping in our images.
And of course, don’t forget about the so-called Gamma curve, which makes sure we see a nice smooth curve from black to white.

Let’s quickly dive further

When we look at colors in the digital domain, we first have to have a base to build on.
When we look at our TV sets, for example, we talk for example a bout REC709 and BT2020 in most cases.
Maybe you have already seen these 2 settings on your screen.
The REC709 colorspace is for standard movies, and the BT2020 colorspace is for HDR movies.
And some TV sets will have the label “Native”, which means literally the native colorspace of the screen itself.

When we talk about photography/design, we mostly use 3 colorspaces.
sRGB, AdobeRGB, and ProPhotoRGB.
The first 2 can be stored as JPGs, ProPhotoRGB must be stored as TIFF.
So why is that?

When we look at color spaces, we are, in essence, determining the maximum “performance” of the colors.
sRGB will show great colors, but it won’t give you the saturated colors of AdobeRGB, and ProPhotoRGB is even more saturated.
For now, let’s focus on sRGB and AdobeRGB.

A color space needs space

As we have seen, we can have several color spaces.
But how do we make sure we use the right one, and how do we make sure …….. loads of questions right?
Don’t worry, it’s actually not that hard.

A color space is nothing more than a table where you can find coordinates for the colors inside that space.
You probably already know the names from these coordinates, x,y,Y, or in other words, HSL.
Hue, Saturation, and Luminance.

Now that we know that each colorspace has a table with the coordinates of the colors, it’s important to know in which colorspace we have to work, and how we make sure that what we see on the screen is also what we see in real life.

Horses for courses

When we publish on the web, we use the sRGB color space.
It’s a smaller color space, and this means it’s highly compatible with smartphones of older generations, laptops, TV sets, etc.
In most cases, sRGB will look fine.
Also, when working with a non-colormanaged app or operating system, sRGB is often the only one colorspace that looks right.
So when you deliver to clients… It’s often best to choose sRGB.

Personally, I love to work and store my final results in AdobeRGB.
You can always do a near-perfect conversion in Photoshop from AdobeRGB to sRGB.
Do make sure you are also using a monitor that can display the colorspace as accurately as possible.
Over the years, monitors have gone from 95 to 99% Adobe RGB accuracy, so you can get a perfect result with the new generation screens.

Workflow kills

Now that we know how a colorspace works, we have to choose one to work in, and we need to know the monitor’s colorspace.
The question that remains open is….” how do we make sure this all fits together”.
In fact, that’s the easiest part, to be honest.

When I look at the work I do for the ISF (Imaging Science Foundation), this often means using external software with a high-end calibration tool and making all the adjustments by hand. In fact, in the old times we had to lift the hood of a TV/Projector and use a screwdriver to adjust the drive and bias, which was not safe or fun.

For screens like the BenQ, I’m taking a look at in a moment, it’s literally all automated (if you want).

So why do so many people “forget” to calibrate, or simply don’t see the need?

To get a proper calibration, it’s always necessary to warm up the screen for 15-30 minutes. I guess that we are then already fully at work and forget.
Or the reason is “the client doesn’t calibrate, so why would I?”
That one is easy to explain; the client is used to his/her screen, and doesn’t need to deliver color accuracy in their work.
Simple example.
How often did you order a scarf and a sweater that looked great in the catalogue, but when they arrived, they looked totally different?
Well, that’s why WE as photographers/designers need to make sure our screens are as accurate as possible.

Enter the new BenQ Creative Pro monitors

I’ve been a BenQ ambassador for a long time, and you probably already guessed why. Color accuracy and understanding color are not only my profession but also my passion.
So finding a company that lives and breathes color was feeling at home from the first moment.
And I think BenQ did something incredibly smart. Listen to the market, and do exactly what we want, but even better.

The BenQ Creative Pro PD277oU

It took me a while, but here we are. First off, I love the fact that BenQ recognizes that the market is not Photographers vs Designers vs Videomakers vs Musicians.
When I started teaching workshops many moons ago, one of the things I told attendees the moment video arrived in cameras was that they would better learn how to create short videos because before you know it, clients will choose all-around content-creators instead of sending two employees to an assignment. And nothing has changed.
As many of you know, I love creating music, but this also means taking the photos for the band, creating the artwork, and of course, filming and editing the music video.
As a professional photographer, I have to edit my images, create artwork for workshops, and create videos showcasing my work or tutorials.
We are all-round creative pro’s, and it’s awesome that BenQ now labels us as the multifaceted creators we are.
We need it all.
And boy does the Creative Pro PD2770U deliver!

The looks

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but I have to be honest.
I really like the design of the BenQ monitors; they are a nice centerpiece on many desks.

As you can see in the image, the new Creative Pro PD2770U is using the same remote control “puck” as the previous generation.
It’s a very nice addition that can take over the control of the menus, but also is able to switch between color spaces and some more cool tricks.
It’s one of those accessories where at first you think you don’t need it and after a few weeks find out you love it, that’s it’s wireless because you start using it more and more.

Not every desk and position is the same, so of course, you can adjust the monitor to fit your position.

But there is one more design change that will make a lot of people really happy.
When I ask people, “What is the biggest frustration when getting a new monitor?”, in a lot of cases, you will get the same answer.
“That blxxdy hood”, and I totally agree, it feels sometimes like a puzzle.
And with the new Creative Pro PD2770U, I can honestly say, they solved it.
This is a totally newly designed hood that literally just snaps on via magnets. Love it.

Specifications of the Creative Pro BenQ PD2770U

The BenQ PD2770U is a 4K 27″ monitor with a 99% AdobeRGB colorspace accuracy.
But there is one thing that you have not yet seen on another BenQ monitor. Or did you already wonder what that bump in the middle was?
That’s the brand new color analyzer.

Indeed, the BenQ Creative Pro PD2770U has the color analyzer built in.
Now, many things can go wrong when a monitor has a built-in calibrator.
The first one is, of course, the position where it measures.
This is why, as you can see in the image, BenQ uses a slightly longer arm, combined with their great uniformity across the screen; this is a perfect way to overcome the biggest issue with built-in calibrators.

But how about deteriorating over time?

This is where you can see BenQ not only understands color, but also the whole workflow.

As you can see in the image, you can still use an external calibrator and use it to “train” the internal calibrator, if needed.
I cannot express how important this is. When you buy a screen like this, you expect years of perfect performance, and the monitor can deliver this without a problem, but the reality is that both screens and calibrators drift. Never in the same direction for all devices, especially when taking into account the level of detail the meter has to measure. So having a way to keep it all running as accurately as new is a protection of your investment and something other manufacturers would have to take note (or not, of course :D)

Time, and always too late

I know, life runs super fast nowadays. So calibrating your screen is not something you are looking forward to doing, I totally understand.
So what if I tell you, you don’t have to… never again.

Yes, you absolutely see it correctly.
The BenQ PD27770U is part of a new series of monitors that take calibration as seriously as I do.
And that means you can automate the whole process. No more waiting when you don’t want to, no more excuses about forgetting the calibration.
Set the software and forget about it.

But that’s not all, we can make it even crazier.

What do you think about running a whole office building with dozens of screens?
Do you want the design department to be calibrated to setting 1, the photography department to setting 2, etc., etc.?
Just program it in the software, and it will all be done behind the scenes, and nobody will have to think about it.
Never worry about the color accuracy of your intern anymore, or that one photographer who is sloppy with calibrations; it’s now all centrally done.
This is HUGE.

Although I’m a big fan of a “shadowbox” setup, this is not always possible.
And also there, the BenQ Creative Pro PD27770U has you covered with an available light meter that will adjust the calibration to your surroundings.

And I’m not done yet

The BenQ Creative Pro PD2770U is full of tricks, as you can see.
And I did not even talk about the connections.
In the past, I used a desktop and a laptop. But with today’s performance of the MacBook Pro, I don’t see any need for a desktop anymore. So that means I want to connect my MacBook with as few cables as possible, but still use everything I need.

The PD2770U supports the one-cable connect method. (Have to be honest, I thought that up, it’s not an official feature, I think)
Meaning when I’m at my desk, I just plug in the cable from the monitor, and I’m done.
I can scan my images, access my hard drives, and of course use an external keyboard and mouse.

Talking about the mouse and keyboard.
The PD2770U has a built-in KVM switch, which means you can seamlessly switch between machines and use the same keyboard and mouse, very smart and super handy.

Conclusion: Do I like the new BenQ Creative Pro PD2770U?

Normally, I always wonder what to write about a new monitor.
But with the rebranding into Creative Pro, BenQ really raised the bar.
This is an insanely complete monitor with finally a hood that is super easy to put on, a built-in calibrator that can be “trained” as protection of your investment. And I did not even talk about the screen surface that is not only tested and designed for the best possible corner-to-corner uniformity, but also has a beautiful coating for much better blacks and reflection rejection.

It’s a whole list, but I think I covered most.
Of course, you still get a 1-year free Pantone subscription with the Creative Pro monitors.
And of course, the BenQ PD2770U is compatible with the Display Pilot 2 software from BenQ.
Read more here .

I think that when you are like us, doing a lot of different things ranging from photography to video editing, the Creative Pro series hits the nail on the head, and I can highly recommend them.

Also want a new monitor and decided on BenQ?

If you live in the EU, drop me an email for a 10% discount code, not only on the BenQ PD277U but on a lot of BenQ Creative Pro monitors.

The BenQ has another monitor specially for MacBooks, with a one-cable connection: the Creative Pro BenQ272U

We are proud that BenQ is a sponsor of our Digital Classroom: a free live shoot from our studio, often with a model shoot. BenQ also supports our explainer videos in the Digital Classroom Playlist

Besides monitors, BenQ also released a tiny monitor to put directly on your camera for viewing your pictures more easily. Check the review of the PVS7 on-camera monitor

Synology BeeStation: Is this the perfect external drive setup?

23-01-2026/in blog, Reviews/by Frank Doorhof

Demand for storage is growing. Is the Synology BeeStation the perfect external drive?

As creatives, we love to create. It doesn’t matter if it’s video, photos, artpieces or the music we create.
All these files need a place to be, and very soon, you are running out of space on the main drive.
And because it’s never a good idea to store your data on the main drive. It’s easy to end up with a closet filled with USB drives. This is not only a problem when you use a system like Lightroom, but also when you want to create a proper backup strategy. This blog is about the Synology BeeStation.

Storage

As you probably know, before we started the studio, Annewiek and I ran a computer company. And there are, of course, plenty of people who don’t need a lot of storage.
If you work on some documents, surf the web, and read the paper, you probably are more than happy with the internal hard drive.

However, in today’s world, most people use smartphones and shoot loads of images and videos. The problem with digital is that if something is gone, in most cases, it’s really gone. You will be shocked at how many people have thousands of photos on their phone but don’t make backups. Meaning if they lose their phone, everything is gone.

Dataloss

If there is one thing that freaks me out, it’s dataloss. During the 20+ years in the computer company, we have experienced real dramas with people losing every single piece of family history. Simply because they saved all their photos and videos on the internal hard drive. And there is one thing very sure about hard drives.

There is a day they WILL fail; this day can be today, or tomorrow, or in 10 years.
And it will ALWAYS happen when you are not ready for it.

So if you care for your data, always make sure you create at least one backup on an external device or in the cloud, even if you never run out of space.
With smartphones, this is pretty easy; both Apple and Android have solutions that you can use for “almost free”.
But, if you want to backup a lot of data, there are several solutions on the market. Today we are taking a look at the BeeStation from Synology.

The Synology BeeStation vs NAS

You probably know the name Synology from their NAS systems.
I’ve been using Synology myself for as long as I can remember, and also in the computer company we often advised Synology due to their durability and support.

Let me start by explaining the difference between the BeeStation and a NAS.
Both the BeeStation and a NAS are connected to your network and the outside world. They are designed to be run 24/7. However, there is a large difference between the two. The BeeStation runs with one hard drive where a NAS always runs with several hard drives.

NAS for backup

With a NAS, the data is usually stored spread out over several drives. This means that if one drive fails, you don’t have to panic. Take out the drive, put in a new one, and let the NAS rebuild. Also, when you run out of space, just add a new drive (that is larger than what you replace), and your NAS will add it to the storage pool. A NAS is the perfect backup solution.

In our studio, for example, we use two 8-drive Synology NASes.
In the Synology OS, there are several options to create backups; in our case, we chose to have a mirror setup.
The system automatically starts up at a certain time. The main NAS is mirrored to the backupNAS and when it’s done, they shut down. A pretty foolproof solution as soon as it’s set up. You can even have the system email you when there is a problem.

Clean your NAS

Do make sure you check your NAS ever once in a while, make sure it is off the floor so dust is less of a problem. And make sure that you occasionally clean the NAS, also on the inside/Fans to make sure the dust doesn’t shorten the lifetime.

As you probably guessed, on a NAS, your data is pretty safe; if a drive fails, there is no problem. Howeve,r if several drives fail at the same time, or the NAS dies itself you will still have dataloss in most cases. So, also when you use a NAS, never use it as your only backup. I know it sounds expensive, but always ask yourself, “If I lose all my data, how much would it be worth to have it back?” I can almost guarantee it’s a lot more than an extra drive/NAS/cloud storage.

The Synology BeeStation

When I saw the first announcements of the BeeStation it immediately caught my attention.
In fact, I believe this is the perfect device for a lot of groups, due to its many features and super simple OS.
Let’s take a look at some of the ways you can use your BeeStation, and how we use it.

Backup from Phones and Time Machine

Annewiek and I both have iPhones, iPads, and MacBooks.
If there is one thing that Apple really nailed, it’s making backups.
For our MacBook,s we use TimeMachine which you can use with an external drive or a NAS system.
Annewiek and I have both created a TimeMachine backup on the BeeStation.
This means that as soon as we start our day, the Mac is synced with TimeMachine without having to connect an external drive. This not only reduces the chance of “forgetting” to create a backup, but it also means we have a lot more points to go back to due to the continuous backup process.

For photos made on our phones/iPads, we use the Photos app.
The app is installed on the phones and BeeStation, which means that as soon as we shoot images or video, they can be uploaded to the BeeStation.

Sharing memories or work

The Photos app is not only for backup.
In fact, in the last few years, the app has grown into a full ecosystem for photos/videos.
First of all, you can of course create your own albums or use the AI functions, which work pretty well, to be honest.
But you can also choose to share different albums with different people.
For example, when we travel, we love to keep our parents and friends updated. With the Photos app, it’s very easy to create albums where we back up everything from our phones and select the images we want to share with that group. It’s a fun way to keep the family updated.

And of course, you can also use the Photosapp for assignments, share ideas like moodboards, or use it as your portfolio.It’s a lot more powerful than most people think.

Backups on the Synology BeeStation

Besides Photos and TimeMachine, you can also use the Synology BeeStation’s own sync system to back up files or whole drives.
I’m actually using the BeeStation sync for my external 4TB SSD drive, which I have connected to my MacBookPro. If your OS doesn’t support TimeMachine the BeeStation sync is a really nice alternative; it’s been running very smoothly so far.

Each Synology BeeStation device includes one 3-year Acronis True Image Essentials license for one computer, if you want yet another backup solution.
I think we can say that Synology got you covered with backups.

But there is more

Using the Synology BeeStation in your Home Theater

We live in an age where we can experience movies in a real cinema-like experience.
So the demand for ways to watch and store our movies has also grown over the years.
You can, of course, stream your entertainment via online services like Netflix. But often we have collected loads of DVDs, BDs, and “downloads”, and because that material is often not available online, it would be great if there was a solution to browse your catalog, read about the movie, and start the movie.

Loads of people have digitized their DVDs and BDs and use PLEX to browse, access information about the movies, and start playback.
The Synology BeeStation supports PLEX integration, which makes it a great centre for your Home Theater.

Personal Cloud storage

There was a time when the term “cloud” or “cloud storage” had the same magical effect as AI today.
But with solutions like the BeeStation, having your own personal “unlimited” cloud storage is no problem anymore. With the BeeFiles app, you can always access your files, upload, and share.

Seeing the situation in the world today, I think it’s wise to use a personal cloud instead of an online cloud service for data you would normally store on OneDrive, GoogleDrive or Dropbox. BeeFiles is a great alternative that I can highly recommend.

The Operating System itself

I’m one of those nerds who can work out software and gear without needing a manual in most cases. But don’t let me fix your car. But we also know people who are the opposite, or think about our parents/grandparents, who probably also shoot a lot of images and videos on their phones.
Giving them a NAS can be problematic; the setup can be complicated, and there are often too many features and procedures to keep everything working perfectly, and if it goes wrong…. long story short… enter the Synology BeeStation.

The OS is super simple.
Setup is almost 100% automatic, and after tha,t it’s a matter of simple screens with clear instructions.
If you make a mistake, it’s really 100% your own fault. I can vouch for that because I made a mistake, because I literally overthought the system.
After turning off my brain and starting agai,n it all worked flawlessly, to prove how foolproof the setup is.

Back up your Synology BeeStation

You can use the USB connection on the back of the BeeStation to copy files from an external drive to the BeeStation for a faster backup. Especially with a lot of smaller files, a first-time backup via the USB connections saves a lot of time vs over the network.
However, I would highly recommend buying a proper external drive with the same capacity as the Synology BeeStation and using that as a backup drive for the BeeStation. This way, you have a pretty good backup strategy.

Is it all positive?

Yes, pretty much.
During my review, I’ve used the Synology BeeStation extensively and found it to be very similar in usage compared to the professional Synology NAS units I’ve been using.
Due to the simple setup procedure, I think it’s the perfect device for people who want something that is simple to set up and maintain but doesn’t really limit them in use cases.

Yes, for creators!

But also for creators that demand speed and being able to share and access their data all over the world, but also want to make sure the data the images they shoot on location are safely backupped. What I didn’t mention yet is that the Synology BeeStation is a great performer when it comes to speed. Synology really did their best here to create a device that will fit a really broad range of people from 5-105 I dare to say.

The Synology BeeStation is available in 4TB and 8TB versions.
When you use it for several TimeMachines and backups of photos I would highly recommend getting the 8TB version.

Read a Dutch interview about Synology in Shoot.be

Check this video from 2021 about the use of a Nas

In this blog I show an easy local way to backup

https://sy.to/pk2jp (one of the Synology partners)

A videoclip with the DJI Osmo pockets

2-01-2026/in blog, Reviews, Visions and technique, Webinars and instructional videos/by Frank Doorhof

Making a video clip with the DJI Osmo Pocket

When testing cameras, what’s the most fun to do?

Of course, do something creative with it.
This is not a genuine review, but rather a comparison of the usage of the DJI Osmo Pocket, the first and last edition.

For the livestreams and tutorials, we have been using an Osmo Pocket 1 for a few years. A great camera, and in essence, everyone can take great footage.
But, to get great behind-the-scenes footage, the Osmo Pocket 1 was not as good as we wanted in low light.
Thanks to the quick delivery from Kamera Express, we were able to test the Osmo Pocket 3 just before Christmas.

What’s the difference between the DJI Osmo Pocket 1 and 3?

It’s huge!.
The first thing that is a huge upgrade is the display; for me, this was the biggest problem with the Osmo Pocket.
The Osmo Pocket 3 has a great bright display, you can switch between landscape and portrait mode, awesome!

Of course, I could test the camera quickly in a dimly lit room. But between Christmas and the New Year, we had a bit more time. So I decided to do something a bit different.
Record a song and create a “simple” videoclip with both cameras. And also test how well the Platypod system works in this kind of setting.

The DJI Osmo Pocket

I think we can keep it short in this department.
Both cameras perform well enough in dimly lit situations to get some very usable material.
However, the colors, detail, and movement are a lot better with the Osmo Pocket 3.
Also, when adding special effects (switch into overdrive mode in the clip :)), the Osmo Pocket 3 material stayed much better and showed more detail.

Remote control with both cameras is possible. But the Osmo 3 is a lot easier and is out of the box usable as a webcam. It can be controlled with an app on your phone.
For the Osmo Pocket 1, you need a separate wifi module for remote control; the Osmo 3 wins here hands down.
Also, when using the camera without a remote, the Osmo 3 wins on all fronts.
And let’s be honest, with one whole generation between them, this is not really a surprise.
But I still wanted to test both cameras in the same setup.
Conclusion for the Osmo Pocket is that we will be using the 3 as one of the main cameras during live streams and tutorials. And when there is proper lighting, the Osmo Pocket 1 is a great B-roll camera.
It’s insane to see how well these small cameras have become.
The quality of the Osmo Pocket 3 is actually better than one of our older 4K “semi pro” cameras 😀

Platypod

If you can’t use a tripod, use the Platypod!
And in this situation, a tripod was out of the question.
I decided to film myself playing guitar from different angles. Which meant placing the cameras pretty close, and there is not a lot of room.
By using the smallest platypod foot (which works fine for the Osmo Pocket), I could raise the Osmo Pocket to the level I wanted, and even bent the gooseneck if necessary

In this photo, you can see a similar setup with an iPhone.
Quick tip: Don’t film a multicam clip with your iPhone if you want to sync on the audio. The iPhone films in a variable frame rate. And this means syncing on audio becomes impossible.
You can use separate camera apps, but the built-in app I could not get to sync properly.

You can get the Platypod products in our webshop at frankdoorhof.com/shop

The final result and conclusion: DJI Osmo Pocket

The Osmo pocket 3 material was great to edit with, even with the heavier effects, the material from the Osmo 3 held detail more easily.
If you want something better than an iPhone for video? Make sure to check out the Osmo Pocket series. The built-in gimbal, webcam function, wireless remote and of course great subject tracking make it a great camera to walk around with. When it powers down, it turns the camera into a protective position. (Something I missed in the 1 and never felt comfortable putting it in my pocket)

The app has some great features that will give you more than enough options for super creative videos. From hyper lapse to slow panning, and you can even zoom from 1 to 2x.
But for me, it’s the size and the fact that, in combination with the Platypod, we have a super portable video system I can bring with me wherever we go to create videos, and if needed, go live with the webcam function.
Use software like OBS, and you can use the Osmo Pocket 3 in combination with your built-in webcam and screensharing for a 3-camera live stream setup, all in your backpack next to your camera gear.

But for now, let’s take a look at the video.
I hope you enjoy the video as much as I did creating it.

A game changer from Platypod

14-11-2025/in blog, News etc, Reviews/by Frank Doorhof

Some products are game changers, and so is the Platypod Mag Deluxe Set

And sometimes you don’t see it right away. Like with the Platypod Mag Deluxe Set.
As you may know, we are the distributor for several photography products, including IQwire, Rogue, ClickBackDrops, Geekoto, and, most recently, PlatyPod. For me, the products we carry must also be the ones I use in my own work. It doesn’t make any sense to advise gear we don’t start 100% behind.

“So, what makes our brands so special?” you might ask

Products designed for the photography market vs products designed by photographers for photographers

You have probably heard me saying it during livestreams and workshops a lot, and it’s one of those things you immediately notice when you start using your new gear. How often did it happen to you that you bought something amazing only to find out that when you get it…. well to say it gently it didn’t do what you wanted, and often you probably wonder “how could they release something like this?” or it just works but……

Enter the new Platypod product.

The Platypod Mag Deluxe Set

We do more and more with our (i)Phones.
We first bought a phone to make phone calls. Nowadays, you can create professional photo and or video, and audio recordings with almost every smartphone.
One of the biggest advantages of using smartphones is that they are small, run for a long time on a battery, and have loads of apps.
Because they are so small and easy to operate, you can place them in places where you would normally not be able to place a camera. But we need a lot more than just a phone.

For example, how do you make sure it stays put, even when there is some motion, how do you adjust the angle… etc.
Well, don’t worry, we have the solution for you.

With the Platypod Mag Deluxe Set, you get a complete setup for your iPhone, including a nice stable base. Not a small base like you see on so many chargers, but a nice and stable round surface that will keep your phone nice and stable. And of course, you can angle the phone with the included adjustable connector.
But that’s not all.

One of the biggest frustrations is charging

It is without a doubt the charging cable or weak MagSafe adapters.
We love using cases, and I don’t like to take my case off when using a MagSafe. With the Platypod Mag Deluxe Set, that is no problem, even with our thicker case, the iPhone was connected rock solid and charging.

And don’t even start about the charging cable.
They are always way too short. Meaning you have to use extension cables. And when using an extension cable, you, of course, also need the right connector. Next to your bed, you might need the older USB-A connector, but when using it for filming, you of course like to charge via USB-C.

The Mag Deluxe Set got you covered!
We deliver a removable (also such a thing! That should be standard but hardly is) 2 meters long cable with at the end a USB-C and a connected USB-A converter. This way, you can’t lose the converter and easily switch between different systems.

And for the Hollidays, we deliver everything for an awesome introduction price and a nice gift box.

Get the new Mag Deluxe Set now for only EU 69,95 in our webshop

We ship all throughout Europe (where you can also find all the other Platypod accessories).
The new Mag Deluxe Set is of course, fully compatible with all our other Platypod products.

So what can I use it for?

The use cases are endless.
Because the Platypod Mag Deluxe Set is compatible with all other accessories from Platypod, you can use it as a base for a complete studio.

But, you can also just place it beside your bed or working desk to wirelessly charge your phone and use the nice background options of the new iOS, and angle the phone exactly how you want it.
Thanks to the strong MagSafe and angling connection, it’s also a great tool for reading, or working on something while keeping your hands free (cooking, online meetings, webinars). Due to the stable base, you can still type and operate your phone with one hand, without being afraid you knock something over and, for example, end up with a cooked iPhone.

And of course, when using your iPhone for live-streaming, you never have to worry about running out of power. The 2 meters cable is for most situations more than adequate and will keep your iPhone powered for even the longest streaming sessions. When using the charging pad to charge, your port is free to mount other accesoiries.

in short… It’s awesome and the perfect gift for the holidays 😀
I just got mine and love it.

The Platypod Mag Deluxe Set here is in use in the kitchen. The USB charger is just right under the base

This product was introduced on Scott Kelby’s The Grid, episode 668. They mention us too (around minute 19)