A paid version also exists, which supports HD resolution, more camera control (like continuous auto-focus and zoom in/out), and the ability to adjust brightness/contrast and compensate for video delay. On Android handsets, it will even continue working in the background so you can access other apps on the device. This is one of the few tools that natively transmits video as well as audio from the smartphone.
The latter is available with or without support for an iOS device, in case of a mixed usage environment. If you own a Windows PC… DroidCam () is compatible with Android and iOS handsets and it comes with a Windows-and Linux-compatible software for the PC. Don’t worry, all these tools come with a simple how-to guide that does not require any technical expertise whatsoever. When you start a video call, remember to change the video source to the software you choose to use.
If you prefer the wired option then you will need to connect your phone to the computer with its USB cable. If you opt for the wireless route, you will need to make sure that the laptop and phone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. The tools that turn a phone into a webcam comprise a software for the computer ( Windows, macOS or Linux) and an app for an Android or iOS smartphone.
