How to take better selfies: Selfie Gestures, selfie light, and more tips
Looking to take better selfies? HMD smartphones help you to take the perfect selfie with great camera quality and the handy Selfie Gesture features.
If you are looking to take amazing selfies, whether that’s for the perfect social media ‘dump’ or to simply send to your friends, look no further than the HMD smartphones, where great selfie camera quality meets fun and funky Selfie Gestures. Whether you’re capturing group shots, documenting your latest adventure, or just having fun experimenting with angles, HMD smartphones make every selfie a breeze and a joy to create.
What are Selfie Gestures?
Selfie Gestures lets you activate a timer by just making a gesture to the camera, like the two-finger peace sign. This saves you having to jab the capture button with your thumb which can sometimes cause a bit of camera shake. Keeping your phone steady can help you take amazing selfies, either by yourself or in a group. This hands-free functionality not only ensures you can strike the perfect pose but also makes it more convenient when taking pictures from a distance or in tricky angles. Whether you’re snapping a solo shot or coordinating with a group, these gestures ensure every selfie feels effortless and looks picture-perfect.
On select HMD smartphones, there are four different Selfie Gestures you can use:
- Peace Sign
- Thumbs Up
- 2 Hand Heart Sign
- Finger Heart Sign
How to use Selfie Gestures on the HMD Smartphones
Using Selfie Gestures on HMD smartphones is incredibly simple, making it easier than ever to snap the perfect photo. If you own an HMD Skyline, HMD Fusion, HMD Pulse Pro, or HMD Crest (available exclusively in India), you can access Selfie Gestures for a fun and seamless selfie experience.
Here’s how to use the HMD Selfie Gestures:
- Open the camera app on your HMD smartphone.
- Make sure you are using the selfie camera
- Place your phone on a secure surface where you and/or your friends are clearly in the frame
- Step back from the camera and position yourself where you want in the photo.
- Use one of the Selfie Gestures; peace sign, thumbs up, two-hand heart sign, or finger heart sign to trigger the camera.
- Capture your perfect selfie effortlessly!
With this, you can take amazing hands-free selfies of you and/or your friends.
Tips for taking the perfect selfie
In a world dominated by photos and videos, the pressure to take the “perfect” selfie can sometimes feel overwhelming. But at HMD, we believe that every selfie is perfect when it reflects your true self. Feeling confident in your photos is the key to capturing that perfect shot. After all, a great selfie isn’t about perfection, it’s about showing off your personality and embracing your unique style.
Here are some tips and tricks to feel like your best self in your selfies:
- Have a good selfie camera
- Use a selfie light or ring light
- Know your angles
- Wear what makes you happy
- Use hands-free
- Love your photo
Let’s dig a bit deeper into each of these tips. Combine them with the Selfies Gestures feature and you’ll be taking sharper, more natural looking selfies in no time.
Have a good selfie camera
The HMD Skyline, HMD Fusion, HMD Pulse Pro and HMD Crest all have 50 MP selfie cameras to make sure your front facing camera does not compromise on quality. Whether it’s capturing a group selfie or a close-up shot, these cameras deliver photos every time.
Use a selfie light or ring light
The best way to make sure your selfie showcases you in all of your beauty is to find the best lighting for your selfies. Natural lighting is always best, having the subject (you!) facing the sun, with your phone having the sun behind it. Another great way to have killer selfie lighting at any time of day is to have a selfie light or ring light. Got an HMD Fusion? Take a look at the Fusion Flashy Outfit with its built-in light ring for photos and selfies.
Know your angles
Every face is unique, and finding your angles is the key to showing off your best features in selfies. Play around with different head tilts, camera heights, and lighting to discover what works for you.
Wear what makes you happy
Confidence is the key to a great selfie. When you feel good about yourself, it shows through your smile, making every photo shine. A great way to ensure this is to wear something that you feel confident and happy in. Feeling uncomfortable will cause you to look uncomfortable.
Use hands-free
If you find yourself worrying about too many different aspects while trying to take a selfie, hands-free is the way to go. Simply set your phone and use a selfie gesture so that you can take a selfie without having to worry about hitting the pesky camera button. These Selfie Gestures are available on select HMD Smartphones and perfect for individual and group selfies.
Love your photo
The last and final step to any amazing selfie is to sit back and enjoy! Every selfie is beautiful and unique so love the selfie you took and don’t forget to show your friends.
Where to find Selfie Gestures
There are plenty of HMD smartphones to choose from that not only have Selfie Gesture capabilities but many other amazing features.
The HMD Skyline features the 50MP front camera for amazing selfie shots and fun Selfie Gestures. It doesn’t just stop at selfies, with the 108MP back camera, capture fun moments with your friends in stunning quality. With a sleek design, long-lasting battery, and 6.55-inch display, it’s a stylish and reliable choice for capturing and sharing your best moments. The HMD Skyline boasts Gen 2 repairability, allowing you to repair your phone screen, replace the battery or battery port at home in markets where iFixit support is available.1
The HMD Fusion excels in functionality and personality with its versatile “outfits.” Whether you’re after a selfie light for nights out, a gaming-inspired design for games on the go, or something subtle and minimalist for everyday use, the HMD Fusion offers customizable styles to match your needs. Paired with its 50MP selfie camera, fun Selfie Gestures like the finger heart, a vibrant 6.56-inch display, and long-lasting battery, the Fusion is a perfect blend of style and performance. The HMD Fusion is also self-repairable in markets where iFixit support is available1 with Gen 2 repairability, giving extra life to your smartphone.
The HMD Pulse Pro delivers premium features at an affordable price. With a 50MP selfie camera and hands-free gestures like the two-hand heart sign, capturing stunning photos is effortless. It boasts up to 57 hours of battery life2, a sleek design, and a 6.56-inch HD+ HID display, perfect for streaming and browsing. The HMD Pulse Pro also has Gen 1 repairability, allowing you to keep your affordable smartphone in your hands for longer.
The HMD Crest 5G (India Only) is a stylish and reliable phone designed to keep up with your everyday needs. Featuring a 50MP selfie camera paired with selfie gesture capabilities, it delivers, high-quality photos, while its 5000 mAh3 battery ensures you stay connected for longer. With a vibrant 6.6-inch HD+ display and a sleek, durable design, the HMD Crest 5G offers a seamless experience for browsing, streaming, and staying connected. The HMD Crest 5G is also self-repairable, letting you stay connected with the same phone for longer.1
We want to see your selfies!
Looking forward to using these tips on your HMD Smartphone? Show us the selfies you took using Selfie Gestures by tagging us on Instagram @hmddevices or on TikTok @hmd.
¹Details available at hmd.com/self-repair.
²Based on a real life usage test by HMD Global. See more info at hmd.com/pulse-pro.
³Battery has limited recharge cycles and battery capacity reduces over time. Eventually the battery may need to be replaced.