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Kroi’s ‘Method’ Music Video Shot on 40 iPhones Tops 5.1 Million Views

Apple’s marketing chief teased the behind-the-scenes setup on X to spotlight the 40-phone rig as part of its Shot on iPhone campaign.

Kroi uses 40 iPhones to film new music video
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Overview

  • Japanese filmmaker Taichi Kimura directed the ‘Method’ video by synchronizing footage from 40 iPhone 16 Pro models into a three-minute art piece.
  • The production employed tripods, instrument mounts, and overhead rigs to position each iPhone for multi-angle captures.
  • Apple’s SVP Greg Joswiak and Kroi both shared behind-the-scenes videos on X, giving fans an inside look at the intricate 40-phone setup.
  • Since its release on August 1, the music video has amassed over 5.1 million views.
  • With around 265,000 monthly Spotify listeners, Tokyo-based Kroi is experimenting with multi-device cinematography to expand creative boundaries.