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Manything

Manything

For spare phones & tablets

388 ratings
218 reviews
🔧 Utilities
🌟 Lifestyle
Free
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • July 11, 2013
  • September 17, 2025

Features

Developer

Videoloft Ltd
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About

Turn old phones and tablets into a live security camera. Simply set up a spare device as a camera and monitor it from your main phone or tablet from anywhere. Receive motion and sound alerts for peace of mind.

✓Turn spare devices into cameras
✓Live streaming from anywhere
✓Motion and sound alerts
✓Cloud video recording
✓Multi-camera support
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Manything. Based on 388 reviews and a 3.6/5 average, it highlights the 5 positives and 5 negatives reviewers mention most about this Lifestyle app.

Positive things

  • 🚀Easy to set up
  • 🔒Useful for security monitoring
  • 👍Works well with old devices
  • 💡Innovative use of old phones
  • 🚀Reliable performance

Negative things

  • 🐛Connectivity issues
  • 🔋Overheating and battery drain
  • 💰Expensive subscription
  • 🐛Buggy after updates
  • 🔒Concerns about security/privacy
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What's New in Manything

12.8.18

September 17, 2025

Fix for Recording Mode setting issue

Subscription plans

2 days cloud for 1 camera

See video from the past 2 days for 1 camera

$3.991 Month
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User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

BEST App ever for home security cameras!

So many options in controlling the device that is the camera. Best thing ever! Very good audio and video quality. Manything has been super supportive in so many ways especially in my social science studies involving humanity and the human betterment alone.
SML2205SML2205

App installed itself

This app installed itself on my old ipad
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So sad

I’ve used Manything for years with an old iPad and old iPhone. Worked great; all questions answered quickly.
Now it no longer works because it requires an iOS not compatible with OLDER hardware. Seems pretty illogical. Unfortunately there does not appear to be any alternate options for older iPads.
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JanfdJanfd

Manything

Works fine. My iPad’s battery is old but works well enough for my purposes.
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Pay to view

I got the app but didn’t realise I had to pay to watch the footage back can you confirm this is the case?
Lisa Fox wrightLisa Fox wright
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Inconsistent recording

Bug

Playback issues

Bug

Compatibility problems with iOS 11+

Bug

Frequent app crashes

Bug
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Requested Features

5 requests

Remote camera control

Feature

Local storage option

Feature

Improved motion detection

Feature

Better audio support

Feature

Apple TV integration

Feature

FAQ

What does Manything do?

Manything allows you to transform your spare phones and tablets into functional security cameras. You install the app in 'Camera' mode on your old device and then use your primary phone or tablet in 'Viewer' mode to watch the live stream and receive alerts from anywhere.

What are the key features of Manything?

Key features include turning spare devices into cameras, live streaming from any location, receiving motion and sound alerts, and the option for cloud video recording. The app also supports using multiple devices as cameras.

How much does Manything cost?

The app offers a free plan that allows you to use one spare device as a camera with live streaming and motion/sound alerts. For additional features like using more devices, watching past events, and cloud recording, there are monthly subscription plans available starting from $2.99.

What are the compatibility requirements for Manything?

Manything requires iOS 15 and above to function. This applies to both the device being used as a camera and the device being used as a viewer.

What are common use cases for Manything?

Common use cases include home security monitoring, keeping an eye on pets while away, checking on children or elderly family members, or even using it as a baby monitor. It's a cost-effective way to add surveillance to your home using existing devices.