DO NOT BUY the Telesin Master Grip for the iPhone 17 Pro before watching this video

0:00 - Introduction and Channel Goals 3:06 - Telesin Master Grip for iPhone 17 Pro Introduction 4:36 - Unboxing the Telesin Master Grip 10:39 - Examining the Grip's Components and Accessories 12:19 - Unboxing the Telesin C03 Magnetic Selfie Ring Light 15:24 - Testing the Case with the iPhone 17 Pro and Discovering Issues 23:42 - Setting Up and Connecting the Master Grip via Bluetooth 26:06 - Initial Grip Functionality in Camera App (Without Dedicated App) 27:06 - Exploring the Telison Reef Color App and its Limitations 35:56 - Discovering Photo and Video Mode Switching 37:20 - Zoom Functionality in the App (Photo vs. Video) 38:39 - Charging Feature and Tripod Mount 39:37 - Grip Functionality with iPhone's Native Camera App 41:16 - Ergonomics and Comparison with Sony a6700 Grip 44:26 - Final Thoughts on Build Quality, Case, and Buttons The video is a detailed review of the Telesin Master Grip for the iPhone 17 Pro and the Telesin C03 Magnetic Selfie Ring Light • Introduction and Channel Goals (0:00): The creator introduces his channel, emphasizing his commitment to providing honest, unfiltered, and non-sponsored tech reviews based on products he purchases himself. He aims to cover all things tech, including cameras, computers, and gadgets. • Telesin Master Grip Introduction (3:06): The reviewer expresses his interest in the Telesin Master Grip due to his familiarity with the brand's other products and the perceived good build quality from online videos. He mentions the availability of a standard kit (case and grip) and a creator kit (with a UV filter and ring light). He purchased the standard kit and the ring light separately. • Unboxing the Telesin Master Grip (4:36): The unboxing experience is described as decent, similar to an iPhone's packaging. The box includes the case, grip, cable, lanyard, and paperwork, including a screen protector. • Examining the Grip's Components and Accessories: • Case: The reviewer is not impressed with the included case, describing it as "pretty cheap" aluminum that feels "rattly." He notes the lack of padding inside, which could scuff the phone, and mentions issues with the power button being stuck or having minimal travel. He also points out that the case offers no lip to protect the screen when placed face down ( • Grip Build Quality: While it has some weight due to the internal battery, the aluminum is described as "bottom of the barrel type." The fake leatherette material feels "all right." • Unboxing the Telesin C03 Magnetic Selfie Ring Light : The ring light magnetically attaches to the phone or grip for extra illumination. It's described as mostly plastic, with imperfections in the paint job, and a bit "rattly." • Testing the Case with the iPhone 17 Pro and Discovering Issues The reviewer demonstrates the difficulty of putting the iPhone into and taking it out of the stiff case, noting potential scuffing of the phone's 5G antenna. He reiterates his strong dissatisfaction with the case's build quality and button functionality. • Setting Up and Connecting the Master Grip via Bluetooth. The grip connects via Bluetooth, and the LED indicator for connection is very dim. • Initial Grip Functionality in Camera App (Without Dedicated App) (26:06): In the iPhone's native camera app, only the shutter button works . The dial, function button, and zoom toggle are non-functional (39:43). The shutter button is two-stage, but the half-press focus feature doesn't visually manifest. • Exploring the Telson Reef Color App and its Limitations • The app only has a photo mode, initially lacking a video mode. The reviewer later discovers the video mode can be accessed through a confusing function key and dial combination • The dial can be set to adjust exposure or switch between shooting modes/filters, but its physical quality is poor • The app experience is described as "unpolished" and "horrible," with blurry transitions when switching between lenses during zoom • The zoom functionality in the app is limited to 1x to 5x in video mode, but goes up to 20x in photo mode. • Charging Feature and Tripod Mount (38:39): The grip has a 3200mAh battery that can wirelessly charge the iPhone (38:53). It also features a 1/4-20 thread for tripod mounting (39:01) and lanyard holes. • Ergonomics and Comparison with Sony a6700 Grip . The ergonomics are considered "okay" but not ideal. The grip is not wide enough for comfortable long-term holding for normal-sized hands. He compares it unfavorably to the Sony a6700's grip, which is deeper, wider, and contoured for better comfort. • Final Thoughts on Build Quality, Case, and Buttons The reviewer reiterates his significant disappointment with the overall build quality, particularly the cheap plastic thumb rest, the "horrible" power button on the case, and the limited functionality in the native iPhone camera app. He concludes that for $140, the product does not deliver on its promises and is not worth the price.