It can be used as a stick or as a tripod. * The stick shooting button is removable and can be used for remote shooting up to 10 m from the stick. The button has a built-in battery and is charged with a micro USB cable (not included). You can take over 10,000 photos on a single charge. Connects via Bluetooth to your phone.* The phone clip is very tight and stretchable - it can grip any phone. the angle of the phone relative to the stick can also be determined. Unlike most sticks, the clip retracts INSIDE the stick, making it extremely compact when folded.* The phone can be gripped both horizontally and vertically.* The telescope of the stick has additional grooves that make it much stronger than ordinary round telescopes and prevents the danger of bending when the stick is extended.* Dimensions of the stick in the folded position is 19 cm., and in the extended position - 80 cm., its diameter is 3 cm.* The tripod has metal counter plates and is very stable.