the stick is a nice combination of (red) anodized aluminium and plastic parts. it provides a sturdy feel. the 'remote control' can be freed from the handle by lifting/ pulling put the red cap. doing it in a different way WILL ruin the RC and its crevice. some drawbacks: the phone can not or very hard be used when it is in a casing ( which most people have). the RC can only be used for making photographs. for making films it is NOT usable. nonetheless good value for the money.