However, a pair of US artists believe they have gone one better, with a selfie arm. 

 

The gadget¹ makes those in the picture look as though they are holding hands with a loved one. 

 

Created by New Mexico artists Aric Snee and Justin Crowe,the pair say it offers a far better experience than using a straight stick. 

 

They say they are fascinated by the idea of technology and its illusionary 'connectedness' and 'sociableness²'. 

 

They describe their invention as 'the sarcastic³ solution to a quintessential problem - nobody wants to look alone while they mindlessly snap pictures of themselves.' 

 

The product, currently just an art project, 'conveniently provides you a welcoming arm. and better yet, it doesn't talk or have emotions of any sort.' 

 

The 'selfie arm' is made of fiberglass, is lightweight and portable, 'and fortunately only a prototype,' the pair say. 

 

The collaborative project is a direct commentary on the growing selfie stick phenomenon, and the constant, gnawing⁴ need for narcissistic⁵ internet validation⁶.

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