To send your smartphone to aerial journey all you need to do is to slot your smartphone into the PhoneDrone Ethos. The smartphone shell is also a high tech smartphone case to keep your phone safe during the flights.

The drone is not powered by your phone but only uses your smartphone for taking aerial photo or video shots. To help it fly, the drone is attached with 4 powerful propellers that can help it reach speeds of up to 35 miles per hour. The battery can be charged via a USB and gives a flight time of around 15-20 minutes per charge. Features:

Easy to use – No drone experience necessary. Affordable – costs around $275 Compatible with all devices – iOS, Android, and even Apple Watch! Control and video streaming -Easily tether to another mobile device for control and video streaming. Built in charger – Charge from any USB source – or swap batteries for extended flight times. A camera mirror – Shoot straight down, forward, or to the side!

While PhoneDrone Ethos may not be the best idea if you are worried about your smartphone it does gives you a cheaper alternative to all those camera fitted aerial drones that costs at least around $400.