Nice gadget for the summer holiday. So you will be in the photo also. :)
OK, you may say you can place the camera on a stone and run by using the selftimer or use a tripod or monopod or etc.
But still I found it practical.
Easy to carry.
Can be used while travelling in a train, car or fishing in a kayak to take the photo from outside (be careful)
Pocket one extends up to about 77 cm (30,5 ")
For details check the website: http://www.xshotpix.com/