Power Modes

With the introduction of our new Power Modes automation and custom settings, we've taken the postcard creation process and customization to a new level to enrich the Bird Buddy experience, ensuring every user enjoys their unique birdwatching journey to the fullest.

The ultimate goal of the automatic process is to fine-tune your feeder to produce consistent postcards in your environment, and with the mode settings, you can further customize the experience. 

Mode Settings

Standard Mode (default mode)
Tailored for regular use for balanced postcard creation and battery use. However, if you're receiving fewer than 6 postcards on an average day, your feeder will automatically lower the camera cooldown period in order to try to take more photos, which should hopefully result in more postcards at the same bird activity levels.

Power Saver Mode
Perfect for users wishing to conserve battery life while seeking a more serene birdwatching experience with fewer postcards. This mode is particularly beneficial on days when a consistent group of birds continuously triggers very similar postcard sessions (for instance). 

Frenzy Mode (Pro users only)
An exclusive mode designed for our Pro subscribers who can't get enough of the bird action! This mode is designed especially for those who are already receiving a good number of postcards but wish to capture even more. 

You can switch between the power mode preferences in your Feeder Settings.

Why did we introduce Power Modes?

1. User-driven Feedback: We introduced this feature understanding that every user's birdwatching experience is unique. While many of you enjoy constant bird traffic and love getting notifications, some feel they get too many postcards or wish they received more.
   
   
2. Balancing Quality with Battery Life: An increase in bird visits can mean more postcards with very similar shots which will drain the battery faster. With standard mode, we've struck a balance so you get diverse snapshots without sacrificing too much battery life.
   
   
3. Low-traffic Feeders: If you typically receive very few (which can happen due to lower traffic and other factors), your feeder will automatically lower the camera cooldown period in order to try to take more photos, which should hopefully result in more postcards at the same bird activity levels.
   
   
4. For the Enthusiasts: If you’re the kind who can’t get enough of bird updates and still crave for more, then getting a Pro subscription and enabling frenzy mode is the perfect option for you.