Creator guides

Make more of the phone you already use. Explore practical guides to choosing your gear, setting up your shot and filming with confidence.

Creator recording at home with a clip-on microphone and a small light mounted above her phone

How to film yourself on your phone: sound, lighting and framing

Set the frame, check your microphone and find light that works. Follow a practical solo recording workflow, including rear-camera previews and a test-take checklist.

Creator holding a phone gimbal while filming along a quiet riverside walkway

Phone gimbal vs tripod vs tracking mount: which do you need?

Moving camera, fixed frame or hands-free tracking? Match your support to the way you film, with clear comparisons and practical setup checks for each option.

Phone, gimbal and clip-on microphone laid out beside a small bag for a filming day

Phone vlogging kit for beginners: what to buy first

Start with the shot you want to make. Learn which phone filming accessory to buy first, what to check for compatibility and how to keep your beginner kit useful.