# Magic Leap Spectator — Stream & Record AR Content

> Stream and record mixed reality content from Magic Leap 2 to mobile devices. (iPhone/iPad app by Magic Leap.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-leap-spectator/id6479166032 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Magic Leap](https://appshunter.io/developer/1270904371)
- Category: Photo & Video, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 8 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.8 · 120 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic
- Released: 2024-03-13
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-leap-spectator/id6479166032/reviews.md

## What is Magic Leap Spectator?

Magic Leap Spectator makes it easy to view and record mixed reality content streamed from Magic Leap 2 applications. Share your experiences with audiences not wearing a Magic Leap 2 via your mobile device and tablets. With powerful camera tools and quick device connectivity, it’s now possible to showcase the Magic Leap 2 on-device experience live or record video to use later. 

Magic Leap Spectator works in conjunction with compatible apps on Magic Leap 2. For more information about how to make your apps compatible, visit our developer resources at:
https://developer-docs.magicleap.cloud/docs/guides/features/ml-spectator/

Use Magic Leap Spectator to showcase your Magic Leap 2 experiences:
  • Create video documentation of your apps
  • Create second-screen experiences for demos
  • Film “how-to” videos for your applications
  • Broadcast your application content live
  • And more…

Powerful tools:
  • Record videos or take photos of your AR content and save them to Photos
  • Adjust in-depth image settings for your AR content and video feed separately
  • See image settings in relation to a dynamic histogram visualization
  • Turn autofocus on or off

  • Connect to an external storage device to save high resolution video files
  • Mix your application audio with your mobile device’s microphone input in videos

Broadcast your content:
  • Connect to an external display via HDMI, Apple TV, Android TV, or other smart TV platform to broadcast your content to the big screen
  • Hide UI functionality to support big-screen passive viewing modes

Connect your devices over Wi-Fi:
  • Connect your mobile device and Magic Leap 2 device over the same (5Ghz recommended) Wi-Fi network
  • Auto-search for your Magic Leap 2 over a local network, or initiate a connection through manual IP address input

Synchronize your point of view:
  • Magic Leap Spectator works with a printed marker to align the visual position of your streamed content between devices
  • A marker can be printed from within the app to scan at the start of each streaming session

## Key features

- Stream mixed reality content
- Record AR videos and photos
- Adjust image settings
- Broadcast to external displays
- Connect via Wi-Fi
- Synchronize point of view with markers

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-leap-spectator/id6479166032/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Well done Magic Leap

*2024-03-30*

This works amazingly well and the camera settings within the app are amazing. Love it!

### 5/5 — Review

*2024-03-23*

Great utility for my ML2!

## Frequently asked questions about Magic Leap Spectator

### What is Magic Leap Spectator?

Magic Leap Spectator is a mobile application designed to stream and record mixed reality content from Magic Leap 2 devices. It allows users to share their AR experiences on mobile devices and tablets, either live or by saving recordings for later use.

### What devices does Magic Leap Spectator support?

Magic Leap Spectator is available for iPhone and iPad devices. It requires a compatible app running on a Magic Leap 2 headset to stream content.

### How do I connect Magic Leap Spectator to my Magic Leap 2?

You can connect your mobile device and Magic Leap 2 over the same Wi-Fi network (5Ghz recommended). The app supports auto-search for your Magic Leap 2 or manual IP address input for connection.

### Can I record videos and take photos with Magic Leap Spectator?

Yes, Magic Leap Spectator allows you to record videos and take photos of your AR content. These can be saved directly to your device's Photos app.

### Does Magic Leap Spectator have ads?

No, Magic Leap Spectator does not contain advertisements. It is a free application designed for content streaming and recording.

### How often is Magic Leap Spectator updated?

The latest version of Magic Leap Spectator is 1.3.9, released on January 21, 2026. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, this indicates ongoing development and support.

### Can I broadcast my AR content to a TV?

Yes, you can connect your mobile device to an external display via HDMI, Apple TV, Android TV, or other smart TV platforms to broadcast your content. This is ideal for demos or passive viewing.

### What is the age rating for Magic Leap Spectator?

Magic Leap Spectator has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for a wide audience, including children, for viewing and recording AR content.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.9 — 2026-01-21

• Updated Age Rating according to the new policy.
 • Several bug fixes and stability improvements.
 • On iPadOS 26 or later, make sure to select Full Screen Apps under Settings > Multitasking & Gestures for the best experience

### 1.3.7 — 2024-12-09

• Automatic reconnection - ML Spectator can now automatically reconnect to a previous session if the Wi-Fi connection was broken.
 • Several bug fixes and stability improvements.

### 1.3.6 — 2024-09-26

• Updated privacy policy link
  • Depth occlusion available as an experimental feature on supported devices (iPhone Pro and iPad Pro).

  • A button to lock tracking has been added to create a more stable camera position when using ML Spectator in a tripod setup.
  • Improvements in the alpha channel decrease artifacts visible during compositing.
  • The remote audio streamed from Magic Leap 2 is compressed, reducing bandwidth requirements by 20%.

  • Several bug fixes and stability improvements

### 1.3.4 — 2024-06-19

• Tablet Support - You can now use ML Spectator on Apple iPads as well as Apple iPhones
  • External Storage - ML Spectator now supports saving to external storage drives connected to iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max devices
  • Multiple Codec Support - New codec options have been enabled for video recordings
  • Hotspot Feature - The Magic Leap 2 device can now be used as a Wi-Fi hotspot when enabled

### 1.3.3 — 2024-03-13

No release notes.

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