Selfie sticks are phenomenally popular this year. The handy gadgets, used to take perfect selfies on smartphones, are being now being used everywhere from New York’s Times Square to Beijing. President Obama was recently spotted snapping pictures and video clips with a selfie stick on a trip to Alaska to raise awareness on climate change. Even NASA’s Curiosity rover used its robotic arm to take a stunning selfie of Mars this summer. Why are selfie sticks so red-hot right now? Here are a few reasons:

• You can use a selfie stick to take a great photo of yourself from almost any angle.
• It’s easy to get a clean shot: no blurry thumbs or arms will show up in the picture.
• If you’re in a group, you can get everybody into the picture. The more the merrier!
• It’s much easier to take a selfie using a selfie stick than it is using just your smartphone. If you have a selfie stick, you’ll have better control over the timing and setup of the shot.
• When using a selfie stick, you don’t have to set a timer and rush back into place or ask a stranger, who may or may not be a good photographer to take the picture for you. Or you may not feel comfortable handing your device over to someone you don’t know. After all, unlike the analog cameras of old, our smartphones are the center of our digital lives and contain sensitive personal data like contacts, photos, and even digital wallets.
• Selfie sticks are inexpensive, typically ranging from $14-$40.

With this week’s release of the new iPhone 6S and its upgraded camera, we can expect the boom in selfie sticks to continue well into the holiday season and beyond. They’re already one of the hottest and most popular ideas for custom promotional products this year! Here at brandingideas.com, we have a wide selection of selfie sticks including custom branded selfie sticks to represent your brand with a unique sense of style. We also have models in a range of colors and sizes, selfie sticks with Bluetooth connectivity and remote control options, and mobile kits for taking incredible photos on the go.

Are you interested in getting a selfie stick but not sure which kind is right for you? Check out The Starter’s Guide to Selfie Sticks, which traces the history of selfie sticks and shares a few helpful tips on how to buy one that meets your needs. Give us a shout on Twitter, drop us a line on Facebook, or call us at 877-881-6845 for personalized service and expert advice.