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DIVEVOLK, the pioneering force behind the world’s first full touchscreen underwater smartphone housing, continues its mission to empower underwater exploration and content creation globally. This commitment was vividly demonstrated at the recently concluded and highly successful Maldives Underwater Video Workshop, held from April 6th to 13th, 2025 – a celebration of empowering divers to capture and share the hidden wonders beneath the waves.

This exclusive event was conducted in prestigious collaboration with Matthias Lebo, renowned Swiss underwater photographer and the workshop’s expert instructor, and hosted at the premier partner dive center, Scuba Divine Dive Center, located in the breathtaking Dhangethi Island,South Ari Atoll, Maldives. The intensive workshop focused on equipping participants with advanced professional underwater videography techniques, pushing the boundaries of underwater storytelling.

DIVEVOLK Technology Showcase: Gear for Pro Underwater Video

Central to the workshop’s success was the hands-on access participants had to DIVEVOLK’s cutting-edge ecosystem of dive gear, specifically designed for high-quality underwater video capture.

• The Core: SeaTouch 4 Max Underwater Smartphone Housing The star of the show was the SeaTouch 4 Max underwater smartphone housing (available in Plus and Platinum editions, with Black, Pink, and Gray color choices). As the world’s first full touchscreen housing, it offers unparalleled control and functions as a robust waterproof phone case rated to an impressive 60 meters (200 feet). Its broad compatibility supports the latest iPhone underwater and leading flagship Android underwater devices, thanks to customizable 3D-printed smartphone adapter. Participants experienced the game-changing benefits of underwater full touchscreen access: precise underwater focus with a tap, complete manual camera control over settings like ISO and shutter speed, effortless switching between photo and video modes, creative possibilities like blackwater photography, and even utilizing unique smartphone features like underwater entertainment or emergency surface communication via satellite messengers.

• Professional Dive Accessories for Optimal Results

  • Optics (Ocean Kit): The DIVEVOLK Ocean Kit, combining the 120° Wide-Angle Lens and essential color correction filters, proved invaluable. The wide-angle lens delivered expansive, cinematic shots with minimal distortion, perfect for the Maldivian seascapes. The Red Filter expertly restored natural warm colors often lost in blue saltwater, crucial for accurate underwater color correction. (DIVEVOLK also offers a Magenta Filter optimized for green water conditions).

• Lighting (SL120 Video Light): Illuminating the stunning marine life, from whale sharks to intricate corals, was the powerful SL120 underwater video light. This professional dive light boasts a staggering 12,000-lumen maximum output. Its impressive battery life (lasting up to 200 minutes at a practical 2,400 lumens), 9 adjustable brightness levels (with remote control convenience), reliable dual-battery system, 100-meter (330 feet) depth rating, and wide 120° beam angle make it a truly versatile professional video light for any underwater scenario.

[Image Placeholder: Photographer Louis using SeaTouch 4 Max + SL120 Light] (Suggested Caption: Photographer Louis demonstrates the powerful combination of the SeaTouch 4 Max and SL120 video light during the Maldives workshop.)

• Handling (Buoyancy Arms): To comfortably manage the complete underwater camera rig and achieve smooth, stable footage, participants utilized DIVEVOLK’s Buoyancy Arms. Available in configurations offering 447g and 872g of lift, these durable arms integrate seamlessly, extend the reach of video lights for optimal lighting angles, significantly improve handling stability, and reduce diver fatigue during demanding shoots.

Together, these components form a complete, professional underwater videography system, empowering divers of all levels to capture exceptional footage with the device they already own – their smartphone.

Workshop Challenge Showcases Participant Excellence and Expands Creative HorizonsAs a key highlight of the Maldives Underwater Video Workshop, DIVEVOLK introduced a dedicated videography challenge designed to translate professional training into practical achievement. Under the expert mentorship of Swiss underwater photographer Matthias Lebo, participants were empowered to apply advanced filming and editing techniques using DIVEVOLK’s SeaTouch 4 Max housing and accessory ecosystem.The challenge provided a dynamic platform for divers to test their newly acquired skills in real-world conditions, demonstrating how DIVEVOLK technology unlocks the full potential of smartphone videography beneath the surface. Participants captured diverse marine life and seascapes, emphasizing storytelling techniques that blended technical precision with creative vision.The competition concluded with the selection of a winning entry, judged on criteria including technical execution, creativity, and narrative impact. The champion received a comprehensive DIVEVOLK prize package — including the SeaTouch 4 Max housing, optical filters, and professional-grade underwater lighting — further equipping them for continued content creation and exploration.

Through initiatives like this, DIVEVOLK continues to empower divers worldwide, enabling more people to share the beauty of the ocean through professional-quality underwater media.

This image captures the spirit of the workshop and competition – showcasing a participant skillfully maneuvering their DIVEVOLK underwater rig during a dive (top/bottom panels) and the fantastic DIVEVOLK prize package awarded (center panel).

(Caption: Workshop participant in action (top/bottom) and the DIVEVOLK prize package awarded to the videography challenge winner.)

Check out some highlights from the competition entries. Watch the winning video from Anton Plaksinhere!

(Caption: Experience the creativity! Highlights from the Maldives Underwater Video Workshop competition.)

The impressive quality of the entries highlighted how the intuitive controls and professional capabilities of the DIVEVOLK system empower divers to quickly learn and produce high-quality underwater video.

Beyond the Workshop: Conservation & Connecting with DIVEVOLK

Significantly, the stunning underwater footage captured using DIVEVOLK gear during the workshop will contribute to vital marine conservation efforts. These visuals will help raise awareness for the protection of endangered species, including the majestic sharks and rays that frequent the Maldivian waters.

Stay tuned for more inspiring underwater content, updates on future events, and news about innovative underwater photo gear! Follow DIVEVOLK across our platforms:

• Website: https://www.divevolkdiving.com/

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divevolk/

• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@divevolkdivingassistant2056

About DIVEVOLK: Our Journey

Years ago, an encounter with the vibrant underwater world sparked a quest: find the easiest way to record and share its beauty. Recognizing that everyone carries a powerful smartphone, yet its potential was locked away underwater, DIVEVOLK was born. We embarked on creating something entirely new – an underwater touchscreen housing – enabling people to effortlessly showcase the stunning underwater realm using the device already in their pocket.

This pioneering technology unlocked the smartphone’s power for not just professional-quality underwater photography and videography, but also entertainment, communication, and even scientific research, opening up infinite possibilities below the surface. Building on this foundation, DIVEVOLK developed the SeaLink underwater communication system, bringing internet access to depth and making underwater live streaming and reliable connectivity a potential reality for many. We are fundamentally reshaping the dive experience, driven by our profound love for the ocean and an unceasing spirit of exploration and innovation.

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