Gear Make your iPhone 5 part of a Swarovski Optik system Recoil Staff February 28, 2014 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Read our affiliate policy. Find out more about how we test products. SWAROVSKI OPTIK NORTH AMERICA has announced the release of their PA-i5 Adapter for the iPhone 5/5s. It is a smartphone adapter for taking photographs and recording videos through optics (which beats trying to hold the phone up behind a pair of binoculars and hoping for the best). SWAROVSKI OPTIK's PA-i5 adapter for iPhone 5/5s, turns long-range optical devices into telephoto zoom lenses in one motion so it's easier to readily capture outdoor images at range (or from a distance, depending on how dangerous your subject matter is). The PA-i5 adapter for iPhone 5/5s from SWAROVSKI OPTIK allows just about any user to produce top-quality photos and videos that previously would have required more expensive, fragile, frequently cumbersome photography equipment. Your iPhone, a SWAROVSKI OPTIK and a spotting scope are hardly more cumbersome or complex than just having the iPhone and scope together themselves. Typing SWAROVSKI OPTIK repeatedly makes us feel like we're shouting. Sorry about that. The assembly process is quick and easy; simply attach the adapter to the relevant eyepiece cup. Suitable adapter rings are available for a wide variety of SWAROVSKI OPTIK spotting scopes and binoculars. If the adapter ring is removed after digiscoping, the remaining aluminum frame will still provide protection for your iPhone in everyday use. The size will make it easy to keep your phone in any of your pockets without any protruding components getting caught. The adapter is compatible with the iPhone 5/5s and with the following binoculars and spotting scopes from SWAROVSKI OPTIK: CL Companion, EL family (32, 42, 50 mm), new SLC family (42, 56 mm), EL Range, ATX/STX, ATS/STS, and ATM/STM. All the operating features of the iPhone®* are available while using the adapter and the specially designed strap ensures the iPhone is secure. The adapter in March 2014. You can get more information at www.SWAROVSKIOPTIK.com. Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
