Intro

Shooting smooth video on a smartphone isn’t always easy. Shaky hands, awkward angles, and poor lighting can quickly ruin a good take. That’s where the Hohem iSteady M7 comes in. It’s a compact gimbal that doesn’t just stabilize your shots—it also adds AI tracking, a full-color LED fill light, and even a detachable wireless touchscreen remote. Whether you’re vlogging, live streaming, or just making cinematic clips, the M7 is designed to make mobile filming feel professional without being complicated.

Features & Benefits

Steady and Secure Recording

The iSteady 9.0 stabilization motors are strong enough to handle even larger smartphones, and the tension clip grips your phone tightly so there’s no wobble mid-shot. You can walk, run, or pan across a scene, and your video still comes out smooth.

AI Tracking Without an App

One of the standout features is the AI tracking module. It uses a 2MP sensor and gesture controls to lock onto you—or any subject—without needing a separate app. You can use your phone’s native camera and the module will keep you in frame. For vloggers, flipping the module forward means it doubles as both your tracker and a fill light.

RGB Fill Light

Speaking of light, the module includes a 2W RGB LED with 360 colors and adjustable color temperatures (2700–6500K). It’s perfect for adding mood or just making sure your face looks good on camera.

Detachable Touchscreen Remote

The included 1.4” OLED touchscreen remote connects wirelessly from up to 30 feet away. You can tap to select your subject, control the gimbal, and even preview footage in real-time. It makes tripod setups way more convenient.

Battery & Build

With a 3200mAh battery, the gimbal runs up to 12 hours (8 hours with AI tracking). It can also charge your phone during shoots, which is a lifesaver for longer sessions. The build is lightweight but sturdy, easier to pack than my old Zhiyun Weebil. and it comes with an extension pole built right in for selfie angles or higher perspectives.

Practical Use: How It Feels in Action

Setting up is simple: clip in your phone, power it on, and use a hand gesture to activate AI tracking. I was impressed at how reliable the gesture controls were—it locks on quickly and tracks smoothly, even when moving fast. The gimbal feels balanced in hand and light enough to carry around for long shoots.

For vloggers, flipping the tracking module to face yourself unlocks the best combo: AI tracking plus fill light. Add in the extension pole and tripod, and you’ve basically got a full filming kit in one unit.

I tested it during walkthrough-style filming, and the stabilization was rock solid. The A-to-B point tracking mode also made smooth panning shots effortless—something that usually requires way more setup.

Final Thoughts

The Hohem iSteady M7 is a feature-packed gimbal that makes mobile filming easier, smoother, and more creative. From reliable stabilization to app-free AI tracking, it solves a lot of the pain points of shooting with just your phone.

✅ Perfect for: vloggers, content creators, or anyone who wants smoother smartphone footage without bulky gear.

⚡️ Standout features: detachable remote, RGB fill light, and AI tracking that works straight out of the box.

If you’re looking to level up your phone filming setup, the iSteady M7 is a solid feature packed pick.

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