How to mount your phone safely: tripods, clamps and mounts

Types

• Mini tripod: tabletop height, very portable.
• Full tripod: eye height anywhere.
• Clamp: grips shelves, rails and bike bars.
• Bendy legs: wrap around poles and branches.

Safety checks

1. Clamp the phone across its middle so it’s balanced.
2. Spread the legs fully on a flat surface.
3. Avoid extending the centre column high outdoors in wind.
4. Nudge it gently: if it wobbles, fix it.
5. Weight the tripod with a bag in wind.

Cases

Very thick cases may not fit some clamps. Check the clamp’s maximum width.