Beni is an autonomous, on‑device camera robot that tracks and follows users while keeping the action framed, allowing hands‑free driving, filming, or simply riding from its point of view. It records up to 4K video, stores footage locally on 32 GB internal storage or a microSD card, and operates without an internet connection, with optional AI editing. The unit offers 1.5 hours of runtime per battery (extendable to over 4.5 hours with quick swaps) in a compact 3.86‑lb package.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Beni addresses the difficulty of capturing dynamic, first‑person video footage without requiring a dedicated camera operator or complex equipment. Traditional solutions often need a person to hold a camera, rely on internet‑based streaming, or involve bulky rigs that limit mobility and privacy.
Solution
Beni is an autonomous camera robot that tracks and follows the user while recording from its own perspective. Using onboard motion‑tracking, it keeps the subject centered and can be directed with simple controls for follow, drive, or manual modes. The robot records 4K video (and high‑frame‑rate lower‑resolution options) directly to internal storage or an inserted microSD card, eliminating any need for internet connectivity and ensuring footage remains private. Its modular battery system provides up to 1.5 hours of runtime per charge, extendable to over 4.5 hours with quick battery swaps, supporting extended shoots. The compact, lightweight design (1.75 kg) makes it suitable for indoor and outdoor use, offering hands‑free filming for activities such as sports, travel, or creative projects.
Target Audience
Primary customers are content creators, adventure enthusiasts, and professionals who need hands‑free, first‑person video capture for sports, travel, or on‑set production without relying on a camera operator.
Features
- Onboard visual tracking that autonomously follows the user while keeping the camera framed on the action
- Simple motion‑tracker interface for manual control, follow mode, or free‑drive operation
- 4K@30 fps video capture with additional 3K@60 fps and 1080p@100 fps options
- 32 GB internal storage plus a microSD slot for local, offline video storage
- Swappable battery system delivering 1.5 h per charge, extendable to 4.5 h+ with two quick swaps
- Compact form factor (8.5 × 7.1 × 7.1 in., 1.75 kg) suitable for indoor and outdoor use
- No internet required for core functions, preserving user privacy; optional AI editing available with user consent