Description & How To Use
Meet the SnapBuddy Lite, the magnetic selfie screen built for creators who want better looking content without the awkward setup. It snaps onto the back of your phone, plugs in with a single USB-C cable, and mirrors your rear camera onto a 2.01" screen so you can finally see yourself while you film.
Film With Your Best Camera
Your rear camera has the bigger sensor, the better low light performance and the extra lenses. SnapBuddy Lite puts that camera's live view right where you can see it, so you get the good camera and a proper preview at the same time.
Snap On, Plug In, Shoot
Attach it magnetically, connect the USB-C cable, and you are ready. No app to download, no account to create, no pairing to fuss with.
Nothing To Charge
SnapBuddy Lite has no internal battery. It draws power straight from your phone through the USB-C cable, so there is one less thing to keep topped up before a shoot.
Bluetooth Remote Included
The included remote lets you trigger the shutter from a distance, so you can set up the shot and step into it. It pairs with your phone as "AB Shutter3".
Unboxing and Tutorial
Tech Specs & Compatibility
Tech Specs
Display: 2.01" IPS
Resolution: 296 x 240 pixels
Connection: USB-C wired, instant plug and play
Power Source: Powered via USB-C cable, no internal battery
USB-C Input: 5V / 1A
Weight: 38g
Attachment: Magnetic, MagSafe compatible
Remote: Bluetooth remote included, pairs as "AB Shutter3"
Orientation: Portrait and landscape, with 1:1 and full screen display ratios
Compatibility
SnapBuddy Lite works with phones that can send a video signal out through their USB-C port.
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iPhone: iPhone 15 and newer, which are the models with a USB-C port.
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Android: Most recent flagship models, including the Samsung Galaxy S and Z series, Google Pixel 8 and newer, and recent Sony Xperia, Motorola Edge and OnePlus flagships.
What's Included
What's included in the box?
- SnapBuddy Lite screen
- USB-C cable
- Bluetooth remote
FAQ's
What's the difference between the SnapBuddy Lite and the SnapBuddy Pro?
The SnapBuddy Lite connects instantly with a USB-C cable, comes with a Bluetooth remote, weighs 38g and never needs charging because it runs off your phone.
The SnapBuddy Pro is fully wireless and connects using screen mirroring. It has a built in 760mAh battery, an integrated capture button on the screen itself, a wireless range of up to 20m, and weighs 50g.
Pick the Lite if you want the simplest, lightest setup and don't mind a cable. Pick the Pro if you want to shoot with nothing running between the screen and your phone.
Does SnapBuddy Lite need charging?
No. There is no internal battery. It is powered directly through the USB-C cable connected to your phone.
Will it drain my phone battery?
It draws a small amount of power from your phone, the same as any low power USB-C accessory. You will notice it on a long shoot, so it is worth having a power bank handy if you are filming for an extended session.
Why would I use this instead of my front camera?
Your rear camera is almost always the better camera. It has a larger sensor, better low light performance and more lenses to choose from. SnapBuddy Lite lets you use all of that while still seeing yourself framed up in real time.
Can I switch between portrait and landscape?
Yes. You can rotate between portrait and landscape depending on how you are filming, and switch between 1:1 and full screen display ratios.
What if my phone doesn't have MagSafe?
Use a magnetic ring or a MagSafe compatible case and SnapBuddy Lite will attach securely.
Troubleshooting
The screen stays black when I plug it in
- Check your phone can output video over USB-C. This is the most common cause. iPhone 14 and earlier use a Lightning port and cannot drive the screen. Some budget and mid range Android phones have a USB-C port that only handles charging and data, not video. Check the compatibility section above.
- Use the included cable. Charge only cables have fewer wires inside and will not carry a video signal. If you have swapped cables, go back to the one in the box.
- Reseat both ends. Unplug and firmly reconnect the cable at the phone and at the SnapBuddy.
- Take the case off your phone. A thick or recessed case can stop the plug seating fully in the port.
- Clear the port. Pocket lint packs into charging ports and is a surprisingly common culprit. Look into the port with a light and clear it gently with a dry toothpick.
The screen shows my whole phone screen, not just the camera
This is normal. SnapBuddy Lite mirrors your phone's display, so whatever is on your phone appears on the screen. Open your camera app and the camera view is what you will see. Turning on Do Not Disturb before you shoot will stop notifications popping up in your preview.
The picture has black bars or looks stretched
Your phone's screen is a different shape to the SnapBuddy display. Use the display ratio button to switch between 1:1 and full screen until the framing suits what you are shooting.
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