# Hey Camera — Voice Controlled Camera

> Voice-controlled camera app for hands-free photo and video capture. (iPhone/iPad app by Ross Martin.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hey-camera/id1271273970 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ross Martin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1481411590)
- Category: Photo & Video
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 776 App Store ratings · 94 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 17 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-08-23
- Data updated: 2026-08-06
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hey-camera/id1271273970/reviews.md

## What is Hey Camera?

Hey Camera is a simple way to capture photos and videos using your voice.

You can use voice commands to -
• Take a photo
• Start/stop a video recording
• Reverse the camera
• Enable/disable camera flash

The voice commands are configurable via settings, allowing you to set your own phrases to perform camera actions. Voice recognition works offline on iOS 13 and higher. Siri Shortcuts are available for taking a photo or starting a video recording - Hey Camera is controllable using Siri!

The app also functions as an excellent camera without using voice commands, and provides an intuitive way to preview and share media. 

Hey Camera provides a true hands free experience for your camera!

## Key features

- Voice-controlled photo capture
- Voice-controlled video recording
- Configurable voice commands
- Offline voice recognition
- Siri Shortcuts integration
- Hands-free camera operation

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Captures | $2.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Hey Camera?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Fast and responsive
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🚀 Extremely fast camera controls
- 👍 Customizable voice commands
- 👍 No ads
- 🚀 Immediate voice control response
- 👍 Great for one-handed use
- 👍 Useful for fishing/outdoor activities

**Cons**

- 🐛 Compatibility issues with older devices
- 🐛 Buggy behavior after updates
- 🐛 Inconsistent voice command recognition
- 🐛 Video recording issues
- 🔋 High battery drain
- 🔒 Requires network connection for full functionality
- 🐛 Blurry photos on newer devices
- 🐛 Inability to change camera modes

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Voice commands not working after updates
- Photos and videos not saving properly
- App freezing or crashing on launch
- Inability to change camera modes or settings

**Most requested features**

- Support for portrait mode and other camera features
- Ability to control zoom and other camera settings
- Option to disable visual indicators after photo/video capture
- Slow motion and time-lapse video support
- Bluetooth/wireless control support
- Improved accessibility for visually impaired users
- Family sharing and account management improvements

## Recent user reviews (10 of 94)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hey-camera/id1271273970/reviews.md

### 5/5 — outstanding for selfies too!

*2026-05-02, version 3.6.0*

When your arms aren’t long enough, or nobody else is around to take the shot of just you, or you and friends, set your phone on something and walk back to where you were (no self timer to worry about) and tell Hey Camera to take the shot! And you can use whatever words or phrases you want for the commands. I like to say “Shoot” instead of “Take a picture,” for example. It’s one of my favorite apps.

### 1/5 — Not reacting

*2026-04-07, version 3.6.0*

Not reacting to my voice

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2025-12-19, version 3.6.0*

Great app for self takes, beats the Bluetooth remote button

### 3/5 — DisappointedE

*2025-12-05, version 3.6.0*

No accessibility, doesn’t work with VoiceOver

### 5/5 — Simple and fast

*2025-06-25, version 3.6.0*

This is a simple app. It’s extremely fast. Making changes in the settings is very simple. Changing the voice phrase is very simple. This is an easy five star rating for us older folks that don’t like complicated. GPT helped me find this app.

### 1/5 — Don’t work on iPhone 7

*2025-01-30, version 3.6.0*

Doesn’t work on my  iPhone 7

### 1/5 — Does not work with iPhone 16 Pro Max

*2024-11-30, version 3.6.0*

App starts recording video immediately upon opening without even giving it a voice controlled instruction. 

Cannot switch verbally between video to camera....and won't react to voice commands.....essentially non functional.

### 4/5 — Great app but…

*2024-10-15, version 3.6.0*

Wish it can keep settings such as selfie lens.

### 5/5 — Love this app

*2024-10-01, version 3.6.0*

There are many times when taking a shot I have to position the phone in such a way that I can not reach the shutter button.  Hey Camera solves that problem very.  I just say “Image” and the photo is taken and saved to my gallery.  Great app!  Thanks for the innovation

### 5/5 — Fishing

*2024-09-06, version 3.6.0*

Very good for fish catches voice bit temperamental

## Frequently asked questions about Hey Camera

### What does Hey Camera do?

Hey Camera allows you to control your device's camera using voice commands. You can take photos, start and stop video recordings, reverse the camera, and toggle the flash all without touching your phone.

### Can I customize the voice commands?

Yes, the app offers configurable voice commands. You can set your own custom phrases in the settings to trigger specific camera actions, personalizing your hands-free experience.

### Does the voice recognition work offline?

Voice recognition works offline on iOS 13 and higher, meaning you don't need an internet connection to use the voice control features of the app.

### Is Hey Camera compatible with Siri?

Yes, Hey Camera integrates with Siri Shortcuts. This allows you to control basic camera functions like taking a photo or starting a video recording using Siri voice commands.

### What are the use cases for Hey Camera?

This app is ideal for situations where you need to keep your hands free, such as when you're cooking, exercising, or trying to get a stable shot. It's also useful for individuals with mobility challenges.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.6.0 — 2024-01-26

• Offline support for iOS 13 and higher.
• Bug fixes and improvements.

### 3.5.0 — 2023-12-08

• Offline support for iOS 13 and higher.
• Bug fixes and improvements.

### 3.4.0 — 2023-12-06

• Offline support for iOS 13 and higher.
• Bug fixes and improvements.

### 3.3.0 — 2023-03-18

• Offline support for iOS 13 and higher.
• Bug fixes and improvements.

### 3.2.0 — 2022-02-05

• Offline support for iOS 13 and higher.
• Bug fixes and improvements.

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All apps by Ross Martin: https://appshunter.io/developer/1481411590

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