Trending Now - Insta360 Launches Compact USB-C Screen for Perfect Selfies

WHO:

Engadget - Insta360, a company known for its action cameras, released the Snap selfie screen.

The Verge - The Snap was tested by a senior reporter who has been covering gadgets and tech since 2006.

WHAT:

Engadget - The Snap is a 3.5-inch touchscreen display that connects via USB-C to smartphones, allowing users to take higher resolution selfies and vlogs.

Engadget - The standard Snap costs $79.99, while a version with a built-in light costs $89.99.

The Verge - The Snap connects to phones that support video output over USB-C and automatically powers on when plugged in.

The Verge - The Snap lacks its own battery and draws power from the phone, potentially draining 15 to 20 percent of the phone's battery during continuous use.

The Verge - The Snap features two buttons for controlling the ring light's brightness and cycling through color temperature settings.

WHERE:

Engadget - The Snap attaches magnetically to the back of MagSafe-compatible iPhones and is compatible with Android phones that support DisplayPort Alt Mode.

WHEN:

The Verge - The Snap was announced and made available starting on April 9th, 2026.

WHY:

Engadget - Insta360 claims that its USB-C-connected solution offers a more stable and lower latency feed compared to wireless screens.

The Verge - The Snap aims to improve the quality of selfies by allowing users to utilize the more capable rear cameras of smartphones.

HOW:

Engadget - The Snap connects to smartphones using a short integrated cable instead of relying on wireless Bluetooth or Wi-Fi connections.

The Verge - Users must enable the touchscreen functionality for iPhones through iOS’s accessibility settings, while it works automatically for Android phones after screen mirroring is approved.

(UPDATED April 9, 2026 01:22 UTC)

Insta360 has just released the Snap, a new 3.5-inch touchscreen display designed to enhance the quality of selfies and vlogs by connecting to smartphones via USB-C. Priced at $79.99 for the standard version and $89.99 for one with a built-in light, the Snap attaches magnetically to MagSafe-compatible iPhones and works with certain Android devices, drawing power directly from the phone. The Snap was announced and made available on Thursday, and it aims to provide a more stable and lower latency feed compared to wireless options, allowing users to take advantage of their smartphone's rear cameras.