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iFootage RB200: A $99 Charging Station That Doubles as a Video Arm

Qi2.2 charging up to 25W, a flexible 360° arm, and simultaneous power for iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods.

iFootage RB200 με smartphone σε λευκό αρθρωτό βραχίονα μπροστά σε δημιουργό που παίζει κιθάρα
The iFootage RB200 holds a smartphone for recording a music performance. Image: © iFootage.

Summary

  • The iFootage RB200 combines a video mounting arm with wireless charging for three devices.
  • Its articulated arm supports overhead filming and quick camera-angle changes.
  • The magnetic head delivers up to 25W via Qi2.2 and features active cooling.
  • The RB200 costs $99 in the United States.
Contents
  1. From video calls to overhead shots
  2. Three charging positions and TEC cooling
  3. Detachable head and accessory mounting
  4. Compatibility, price and availability
  5. What we think
  6. Frequently asked questions

Have you ever set up an iPhone for a desk video, then had to replace the entire mount just to shoot from above? The new iFootage RB200 combines an articulated filming arm with wireless charging for three devices.

Announced on October 26, 2026, the RB200 is aimed at creators producing tutorials, product demos, video calls and smartphone content. Its US price is $99.

From video calls to overhead shots

A 360° ball head and three adjustable joints move the phone over a tabletop, down to a product-level angle or back up to face height. iFootage lists a working height of up to 550 mm, a 175 mm working radius and a maximum load of 700 g.

The round base measures 200 mm across. At 1.68 kg, this is primarily a fixed desktop setup rather than a handheld filming accessory. For handheld work, something like the Telesin Master Grip for smartphones follows a different approach.

Three charging positions and TEC cooling

The Qi2.2-certified main magnetic head delivers up to 25W depending on the iPhone model. Separate charging areas provide up to 5W for Apple Watch and up to 5W for AirPods. N52 magnets help keep the phone aligned.

Active cooling combines a thermoelectric TEC module with a fan. It is intended to control heat at the charging head, although independent temperature and fan-noise measurements during audio recording are not available here.

Woman speaking into a microphone supported by a white iFootage RB200 articulated arm
An example of the articulated arm in a desktop creator setup. Image: © iFootage.

Charging all three devices simultaneously at their full rated power requires an external USB-C PD adapter rated at 65W or higher, with enough power available from a single port. The RB200 itself is rated for PD 3.1 input of up to 60W.

Detachable head and accessory mounting

The magnetic charging module detaches from the arm for independent use with compatible accessories. Two 1/4-inch threaded mounting points allow it to work with tripods, alternative mounts and other gear, with the appropriate adapter when necessary.

Quarter-inch threaded adapter with action camera and smartphone mounting examples
The 1/4-inch threaded adapter expands the mounting options. Image: © iFootage.

iFootage specifies an aluminum-alloy and plastic build, internal cable routing, ten safety protections and hinges tested for more than 10,000 cycles. Black and white versions are available.

Compatibility, price and availability

The official compatibility list covers Apple devices. iPhone 18 and iPhone 17/17 Pro/17 Pro Max are listed at up to 25W, whereas iPhone 16/16 Pro tops out at 22.5W and iPhone Air at 20W. iPhone 12–15 models are limited to 15W. iFootage excludes iPhone 16e and notes further model-specific limits.

The RB200 is listed as available for ordering on the official US iFootage store at $99. No official European price for this exact model was found.

More information here.

What we think

For anyone regularly shooting solo, the practical appeal is being able to swing the phone from a front-facing shot to an overhead view without swapping tripods. When a tutorial alternates between your face and something on the workbench, that can save genuine setup time.

Keeping the phone powered during a take also makes sense for long calls and live streams. But the weight and footprint make this a desk tool, not the sort of mount we would casually pack for a location shoot. We would also want to hear the cooling fan beside a microphone; clean audio can matter more than a few extra charging watts.

The Godox SR20R, which pairs smartphone mounting with lighting, is aimed more at light control and mobile shooting. The RB200 instead caters to a fixed creator workspace where the camera angle needs to change quickly while the phone stays powered. For that workflow, $99 is worth considering.

Frequently asked questions

Does every iPhone charge at 25W?

No. Maximum output depends on the model. For example, iFootage quotes up to 22.5W for iPhone 16/16 Pro, up to 20W for iPhone Air and up to 15W for the iPhone 12–15 series.

Do I need a separate power adapter?

Simultaneous charging of all three devices at full rated power requires a USB-C PD adapter of 65W or higher with adequate single-port output.

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