# ARC II > Mobile app for controlling Arc II camera motion control units. (iPhone/iPad app by Rhino Camera Gear.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arc-ii/id1458646478 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Rhino Camera Gear](https://appshunter.io/developer/1069958194) - Category: Photo & Video, Lifestyle - Price: Free - Rating: 2.44/5 from 18 App Store ratings · 12 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 12.0 · 24 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2019-09-25 - Data updated: 2026-06-02 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arc-ii/id1458646478/reviews.md ## What is ARC II? Use this app to control your Arc II unit to capture incredible videos and time-lapses. There are multiple modes to choose from depending on what you’re filming. Automatic Face Tracking - Get in the frame and start filming. Arc II tracks your movement and keeps you in the shot. Change the framing, tracking speed, and even loop your slider for interview shots. Note: this mode requires you to mount your phone to your camera. See our website for the Camera Phone Mount. Video Mode - Use the intuitive trackpads to setup your move. Create keyframes to adjust up to 4 axis of movement. Remote Control - Use the trackpads to control Arc II and your Rhino Slider in real time. Loop your slider when you want to focus on nailing your pan/tilt move. You can lock off individual axis for more precise control and even change the sensitivity of the pad. Time-Lapse - Setup a time-lapse in minutes with the easy-to-use controls. Arc II can also trigger your camera’s shutter to eliminate motion blur. Note: shutter triggering requires a shutter release cable that can be purchased on our website. ## Key features - Automatic Face Tracking - Manual Video Control with Keyframes - Real-time Remote Control - Time-Lapse Setup - Camera Shutter Triggering ## Recent user reviews (10 of 12) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arc-ii/id1458646478/reviews.md ### 3/5 — Firmware update is wonky *2024-06-22, version 1.10* The app says a firmware update is needed, but it just loops endlessly. But I rebooted the arc and the app gave the connect option very soon, so I connected as it was booting and that let me into the firmware updates. ### 2/5 — A Timelapse slider app *2024-05-12, version 1.10* It doesn’t even support controlling the Timelapse slider. Waste of time! As others have said, had for years and little support or updates to make this function for its intended purpose. ### 2/5 — Firmware Won’t Install *2024-02-11, version 1.10* App won’t control Arc II without a firmware update, and won’t update. Just sits on the screen with the progress indicator moving but after an hour, nothing but more progress indicator. I’m at a loss. ### 2/5 — no longer supported as of jan 2024 *2024-01-29, version 1.10* app was never finished. it was the only way to update firmware on arc 2. what’s in it does work, but it’s a bit clumsy and it’s faster, easier, simpler to just control the hardware directly. hope they get some funds together and create a new v3 because we did pay for this app to work as part of hardware purchase. ### 1/5 — Lack of support, non existent dev team *2023-12-03, version 1.10* Hi Dev Team. Look I hate giving bad reviews, but there something needed to be addressed. Why the lack of support? the lack of updates? mac support? I've made this list of pros and cons just for everyone to see. Pros: Not hard to use Has auto tracking app remote Cons: (get ready) - Lack of app updates (more than 1y ago) - Lack of hardware updates - Lack of support - Arc randomly disconnects and moves by itself moving my camera out of the focus point (Also does this when turning it on) - Payed 2k+ in products that were pretty much thrown away by the dev team - No good customizability - UI is just trash - Major bugs and glitches - no Updates logs so you don't even know what they fixed (Most likely nothing) - used for almost 2 years had a whopping number of 1 update that did something. (It ruined the UI, and usability) this just looks like a money grab and then leave all the customers in the dust with no support. I DO NOT RECOMMEND. Spend your money elsewhere. ### 1/5 — It’s been over 3 years and still no timelapse functionality in App *2023-11-08, version 1.10* The Arc II is a decent motion head for video and timelapse work. What bothers me the most is that I have owned the Arc II for over 3 years and there’s STILL no TIMELAPSE functionality in the app. Even with the latest firmware update they still show “coming very soon.” - the exact same message as years ago when the product first came out. Rhino Camera Gear- Please add the promised functionality for timelapse via the app. It surely can’t be all that difficult considering the functionality is already there in video mode. ### 1/5 — Timelapse support coming? *2022-10-29, version 1.10* Timelapse function should be supported by now. ### 3/5 — App isn’t at full potential *2022-07-22, version 1.10* Please consider the following 3 key points… The auto-focus tracking needs improvement especially considering you’re using the iPhones camera inside the app to track a subject. Here’s my recommendation: 1. Make the camera inside the app have access to utilize all 3 cameras on the iPhone. For example, if I’m using the iPhone 13 pro, let me have the option of using the super wide / normal / telephoto lens. I believe that will allow the rhino arc II to track better. 2. Make this app support any ipad. IPad mini would be insanely great. Please make this a reality asap. 3. If the only viewfinder we saw through a phone/iPad was the actual cameras that we are shooting with that’s on the arc II, that would enable far superior auto tracking of a subject than trying to replicate the same with the lens of an iPhone/iPad. Please do these changes, I want to use this rhino arc II on every shoot from now on!! ### 1/5 — App crashes everytime I try to enter Video Mode *2022-02-09* Everytime I connect the app to my Arc II and press the Video tab the app just quits. I've tried this on two different phones and the same thing. Come on guys, kind of be nice to control my Arc 2 that I spent thousands of dollars on via the app. Seriously thinking about going back to Edelkrone unless this gets sorted. ### 1/5 — Technical problem in software and hardware *2021-07-08, version 1.09* Technical problem in software and hardware ## Frequently asked questions about ARC II ### What is ARC II used for? ARC II is used to control your Arc II unit for capturing videos and time-lapses. It offers features like automatic face tracking, manual video control with keyframes, and real-time remote operation. ### Does ARC II have ads? No, ARC II does not contain advertisements. It is a free application developed by Rhino Camera Gear. ### What devices does ARC II support? ARC II is supported on iPhone and iPod devices. It was last updated on March 12, 2022, with version 1.10. ### What is the age rating for ARC II? ARC II has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. The app was initially released on September 25, 2019. ### How does the Automatic Face Tracking work in ARC II? Automatic Face Tracking in ARC II requires your phone to be mounted to your camera. It tracks your movement to keep you in the shot and allows adjustments to framing and tracking speed. ### Can ARC II trigger my camera's shutter? Yes, ARC II can trigger your camera's shutter for time-lapses to eliminate motion blur. This feature requires a separate shutter release cable, available on the developer's website. ### What is the user rating for ARC II? ARC II has a user rating of 2.4 stars based on 18 ratings. This indicates a mixed reception from its user base. ### How can I control movement with ARC II? You can control movement using intuitive trackpads in Video Mode to set up keyframes for up to 4 axes. In Remote Control mode, you can operate Arc II and your Rhino Slider in real time. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.10 — 2022-03-12 Movement system improvements UI changes Bugfixes ### 1.09 — 2020-09-25 Bug fixes and performance updates for Arc II control. ### 1.08 — 2020-09-21 Bug fixes. ### 1.07 — 2020-09-10 Hello! In this version we have several minor bug fixes and also added the ability to adjust the percent of Fast Focus during moves. ### 1.06 — 2020-03-27 Hello! 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