{"id":57009,"date":"2022-08-27T09:00:03","date_gmt":"2022-08-27T01:00:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/?p=57009"},"modified":"2022-08-26T14:05:20","modified_gmt":"2022-08-26T06:05:20","slug":"how-to-use-phone-as-webcam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/how-to-use-phone-as-webcam\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Webcam You Have Is In Your Pocket. Here\u2019s How To Use It"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have you ever looked at your phone and thought \u201cI wish I could use these cameras in place of my lousy webcam?\u201d Well, good news, folks. Let\u2019s turn your wish into a reality. If you have been struggling with a bad-quality webcam, this article is for you. Short of splurging on a decent quality webcam, why not just turn your smartphone into one? <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read on to learn <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to use your phone as a webcam<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You can thank us later.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Can I Use My Phone As A Webcam?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using your <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Mobile-Phones-cat.11000979.11001025\">phone<\/a> as a <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/best-budget-webcams\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">webcam<\/a> would depend on the devices you have. In most cases, you will need to use a mobile app on your phone and a software client on your computer\/laptop to get things working. However, if you are in the <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/m\/apple-on-shopee\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Apple<\/a> ecosystem and using one of the latest Mac systems and <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/search?keyword=iphone&amp;site=apple-on-shopee\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">iPhone<\/a>, you do not require any external or third-party help.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How To Use Your Phone As A Webcam<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> For iPhone And Mac System Users (The Easiest Way)<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_57037\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-57037\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-57037\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/124.jpg\" alt=\"Apple Continuity Camera feature on macOS Ventura how to use phone as webcam\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/124.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/124-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/124-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-57037\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.apple.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Apple<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apple<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> device users will soon be able to use their <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">iPhone<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">webcam<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on their <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/apple-mac-buying-guide-macbook-pro-16-inch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mac computers and laptops<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with no sweat.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During its WWDC 2022 event in June, Apple announced a new Continuity Camera feature that enables this workaround. It does not require any time-consuming and complicated setup either. Just bring your iPhone near your Mac system (with both signed in the same Apple ID) as you launch a video call application. If everything is in order, your Mac will automatically use the camera input on your iPhone.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Only iPhones and Mac systems upgradable to iOS 16 and macOS Ventura respectively can use this feature. If your devices are not eligible, fret not, as there are other ways <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to use your phone as a webcam<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Pros: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quick<\/span><b>, <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">seamless, and hassle-free connection that requires no set-up<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Cons: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Only available on Apple devices that support the latest operating systems (iOS 16 and macOS Ventura)\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How To Use Your Phone As A Webcam<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If You Have An Older iPhone And Mac System, Or You Are An Android\/Windows User<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For users not having the required Apple hardware, here\u2019s <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to use your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">phone<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as a webcam<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with the help of third-party apps:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Camo<\/b><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_57042\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-57042\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-57042\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/125-min.jpg\" alt=\"Camo app how to use phone as webcam\" width=\"800\" height=\"425\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/125-min.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/125-min-300x159.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/125-min-768x408.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-57042\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.apple.com\/app-store\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Apple App Store<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Camo is a great free option compatible with both iOS and Android phones that can be used on either a Mac or a Windows system. The ads-free app is compatible with all the commonly-used video conferencing apps, including Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/whatsapp-text-tricks-tips-etiquette\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WhatsApp<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you have installed the app on your phone and the companion software on your computer, you will need to connect them using a standard lightning USB <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Cables-cat.11000910.11000949.11000952\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cable<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. For a more detailed guide, you can refer <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/reincubate.com\/support\/camo\/camo-getting-started\/#installation-mobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Pros: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High-quality video, supports most video-conferencing applications, plug-and-play setup.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Cons:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Camo Pro with more features require a monthly\/annual subscription. A lifetime license is available but expensive.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Download Camo for phone<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/app\/reincubate-camo\/id1514199064\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">iOS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> l <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.reincubate.camo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Android<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>Download Camo Studio for computer<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/reincubate.com\/res\/labs\/camo\/camo-macos-latest.zip\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">macOS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> l <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/reincubate.com\/res\/labs\/camo\/camo-windows-latest.msi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Windows<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>DroidCam<\/b><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_57039\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-57039\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-57039\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/126.jpg\" alt=\"DroidCam app how to use phone as webcam\" width=\"800\" height=\"419\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/126.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/126-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/126-768x402.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-57039\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.apple.com\/app-store\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Apple App Store<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For Windows machine users wanting to utilise their iPhone\/Android phone (or even a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Webcam-cat.11001100.11001145.11001146\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tablet<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) as a webcam, only a few options are better than DroidCam. The free app (a paid version is also available) is easy to use and even allows for wireless connection.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To set up a wireless connection, first, install the respective DroidCam applications on your phone and computer. Make sure that both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. On the phone app, locate the numbers after <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wi-Fi IP<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DroidCam Port<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and enter them into the fields labelled <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Device IP<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DroidCam Port<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on the PC software. Next, hit <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to launch the camera on your phone, and you should be able to see the video feed on your PC.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Pros: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Free to use, no watermarks, compatible with iOS and Android<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Cons:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> No macOS support<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Download DroidCam for phone<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/droidcam-wireless-webcam\/id1510258102\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">iOS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> l <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.dev47apps.droidcam\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Android<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>Download DroidCam for<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev47apps.com\/droidcam\/windows\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Windows PC<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>iVCam<\/b><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_57040\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-57040\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-57040 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/127.jpg\" alt=\"iVCam app\" width=\"800\" height=\"428\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/127.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/127-300x161.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/127-768x411.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-57040\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.apple.com\/app-store\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Apple App Store<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">iVCam is another free option worth trying if you have a Windows <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/All-in-one-Desktops-cat.11000910.11000938.11000941\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">desktop<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/laptops-under-rm2000\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">laptop<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The setting-up process is quick and painless. The connection is fully automatic and requires no manual configuration. You can also opt for a wired connection via a USB cable.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The app promises to deliver a high-quality video feed (up to 4K resolution) with low latency and fast speed. It is compatible with most webcam-using applications and even lets you use your smartphone as a wireless <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Microphones-cat.11000979.11000989.11000998\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">microphone<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Pros: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easy to set up, offers 4K video option, turns smartphone into a wireless microphone<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Cons:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> No macOS support<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Download iVCam for phone<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/my\/app\/ivcam-webcam\/id1164464478\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">iOS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> l <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.e2esoft.ivcam\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Android<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>Download iVCam for<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.e2esoft.com\/ivcam\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Windows PC<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easily Set Up Your Phone As A Webcam With These Accessories<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_57048\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-57048\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-57048\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Untitled-design-78.jpg\" alt=\"Various smartphone mounts\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Untitled-design-78.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Untitled-design-78-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Untitled-design-78-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-57048\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: Shopee Blog<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you know <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to use your phone as a webcam<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the next step is to get your phone propped up properly so you can start using it for your video calls. To make life easier, we recommend getting one of these handy accessories that doesn\u2019t cost much.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Laptop-Stand-Computer-Monitor-Expansion-Bracket-Adjustable-Laptop-Side-Mount-Clip-Slim-Portable-Foldable-Phone-Holder-i.115116464.9575563918\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Laptop side mount<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: These magnetic clips are attached to the laptop lid and have a retractable extension to hold onto your phone.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/search?keyword=mini%20tripod%20for%20phone\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Mini tripod<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: A more flexible option. A mini tripod can be placed anywhere on a desk to accommodate your workspace.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/search?keyword=phone%20holder%20arm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Phone arm<\/b> <b>holder<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: If you want to be able to freely adjust the position and angle of your mounted phone angle from high to low, these are the best options.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s No Need To Buy A Pricey <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Webcam If You Have Your Phone With You<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_57041\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-57041\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-57041\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/128.jpg\" alt=\"Apple;s Continuity Camera feature in action\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/128.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/128-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/128-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-57041\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/Apple\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Apple YouTube Channel<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We will not be saying goodbye to Zoom meetings anytime soon, that&#8217;s for sure. Instead of spending hundreds on a good webcam, why not take advantage of the advanced cameras on your phone? This is also a good way to reuse any old smartphones you have lying around and gathering dust, lest they become <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/e-waste-recycling-malaysia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">e-waste<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you find this article useful, do share these tips on <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to use your phone as a webcam<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to those who really need a webcam upgrade! Meanwhile, be sure to equip yourself with more useful tech hacks we have prepared <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/category\/tech\/tech-hacks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/m\/tech-thursday\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tech Thursday<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for 1-day only lowest price, unbeatable deals, and extra 20% Coins Cashback every Thursday! <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you ever looked at your phone and thought \u201cI wish I could use these cameras in place of my [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":57036,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[20,737],"tags":[591,205,492,355,781],"class_list":["post-57009","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-tech","category-tech-hacks","tag-computer","tag-smartphones","tag-tech-recommendations","tag-tech-tips","tag-webcam"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v24.0 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>How To Use Your Phone As A Webcam (It&#039;s Possible And Easy!)<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Bad quality webcam just won&#039;t cut it in the age of Zoom and WFH. 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