Abstract: Example embodiments for a stand for mounting a portable electronic device having an optical sensor are provided. The stand permits hands free operation of the portable electronic device for capturing the image or video using the optical sensor. Further, the stand allows tracking the capture the image or video of a moving user. Furthermore, the stand can be adapted like a selfie stick. Furthermore, the stand comprises a telescopic shaft vertically supported on a base unit and coupled to a head unit at top. The base unit includes a tripod or a quad stand that is foldable. The head unit comprises a housing enclosing a motor and control unit that rotates the holder at a desired angle. The holder is used for mounting the electronic devices.