Smooth 5S AI Mobile Gimbal, Pro

Zhiyun SMOOTH 5S AI — Professional Video Quality for Remote Content Creators

The gist: A professional-grade smartphone gimbal with AI-powered tracking and 26-hour battery that lets remote professionals and content creators produce broadcast-quality video without a production team.

• Smooth footage: 3-axis stabilization with 349° tilt/roll and 360° pan eliminates camera shake for professional-looking LinkedIn videos, online course content, and virtual presentations recorded on the go.
• Hands-free recording: Magnetic AI tracker supports gesture control to start and stop recording — ideal for solo talking-head shots and screen-share style content from a home office or coworking space.
• Long shooting sessions: 2,600 mAh battery rated at 26 hours; charges fully in 3.5 hours, so a full day of filming requires only one overnight charge.
• App-agnostic AI: Works with any camera app without requiring proprietary software — compatible with native camera apps, social media recording tools, and third-party conferencing apps.

Android Police praised the AI tracking as “standout,” highlighting that it works with any camera app without requiring manufacturer software — a meaningful advantage over ecosystem-locked alternatives.

Best for: Remote professionals building personal brand content, course creators, and freelancers who produce video from mobile. Skip it if: your main need is teleconferencing audio — microphone placement near the motor can introduce slight interference. Check the current price before buying.