High confidence · 58 reviews analyzed · Based on 58 reviews. Signal may be noisy.

Upset

Recent user voice shows a upset sentiment. Users appreciate core camera functionality provides a satisfying 360-degree experience when the connection remains stable, but report persistent connection failures between the mobile application and camera hardware render the device unusable and discontinuation of software support and lack of updates leave hardware as non-functional paperweights.

Rating: 1.7

Reviews: 58

Confidence: high

How did the latest release land?

Overall
2.0/ 5
(134)
Current version
1.7/ 5
-0.3 vs overall
(87)
Main signal post-update: persistent connection failures between the mobile application and camera hardware render the device unusable.

Review themes

Praise

What users love

  • Core camera functionality provides a satisfying 360-degree experience when the connection remains stable
    • Users report the device works well when the connection is successfully established
    • Some users find the 360-degree capture experience intuitive once the initial setup is complete
Complaint

Common complaints

  • Persistent connection failures between the mobile application and camera hardware render the device unusable
    • Users report constant inability to pair the phone with the camera hardware
    • Frequent disconnections during live view or file transfer sessions frustrate users
  • Discontinuation of software support and lack of updates leave hardware as non-functional paperweights
    • Users express anger over the end of service notice and lack of ongoing maintenance
    • The inability to access recorded media due to app abandonment is a primary source of negative sentiment
  • Improper Google authentication implementation prevents live streaming functionality to external platforms like YouTube
    • Users report error messages stating that sign-in is disabled due to unverified app status
    • The inability to stream live content is cited as a failure of promised product features
Request

Most requested

  • Open source release of the application code to allow community-driven support for discontinued hardware
    • Multiple users request that the company release the software as open source
    • Community members express a desire to maintain functionality themselves since official support has ceased

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