# Mini WebCam

> iPhone to wireless webcam converter, no extra software needed. (iPhone/iPad app by pripares.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mini-webcam/id379896463 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [pripares](https://appshunter.io/developer/378485886)
- Category: Utilities, Photo & Video
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.10/5 from 91 App Store ratings · 223 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 4.2 · 1 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany)
- Released: 2010-07-29
- Data updated: 2026-08-12
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mini-webcam/id379896463/reviews.md

## What is Mini WebCam?

The application that turns your iPhone into a real webcam! No further software or hardware required. 
Just push the 'Start’ button and the transmission of your live video stream is being sent. 

Use your iPhone as a camera based baby monitor or transform your iPhone quickly into a video camera to monitor your Sunday roast. 

To view your live video you simply need a browser or another 'Mini WebCam'. 

Access via browser: 
Just enter the displayed URL in the address line of your web browser (for example http://192.168.1.1). No need for any further plug-ins or other requirements. 

Access via iPhone: 
Simply choose your webcam through the list of ‘Available Cams’ by click! 

Features: 
- Streaming of videos to the WLAN 
- Integrated WebServer 
- Supported browser: Safari (< 6.0), Firefox
- Free choice of name for webcam 
- Free selectable port for the browser view 
- Supports as many 'Mini WebCams‘ as you choose and these will be diplayed clearly in form of a list. 
- Access for several clients to one 'Mini WebCam' is possible 
- Use the flashlight in dark environment 
- Choice of three quality levels (low, normal, high) 
- Choice of three different speed levels, from real time to single frames 
- Status of charging display 
- Bonjour 

More features coming soon! 

In the next version: 
- Picture rotation in the browser selectable 
- Support for IE 
- General bugfixing 

We thank all users for their numerous feedback!

## Key features

- Stream videos to WLAN
- Integrated WebServer
- Browser access via URL
- Multiple client access
- Flashlight support
- Adjustable video quality and speed
- Customizable webcam name and port

## What do users think of Mini WebCam?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- ✅ Works well on Firefox and Safari browsers
- 📱 Easy to set up and use
- 🆓 Free application
- 📹 Good video quality at medium resolution
- 🔌 No additional software required
- 📡 Wireless streaming capability
- 🏠 Useful for home monitoring and security
- ⚡ Stable performance when functioning properly

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
- ❌ Doesn't work with Chrome or Internet Explorer
- 🔇 No audio support
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 📺 Small video display on larger screens
- 🔒 No password/username protection available
- 📵 Stops streaming when app goes to background
- 🌐 Browser compatibility issues causing garbled characters
- ⚙️ Difficult setup and configuration for some users
- 📱 Limited to rear camera only
- 🔄 Orientation issues on iOS devices

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes constantly
- Doesn't work on iPhone 6 with iOS 8.2
- Incompatible with iPhone 5c
- Web page won't load via URL
- Garbled/gobbledegook characters in browser
- Server not supported error
- WLAN connection error despite being connected
- Freezes when closed
- Port forwarding issues
- Fails with Chrome browser
- Installation installs wrong product (Skype Home)
- Doesn't function on Windows with certain browsers

**Most requested features**

- Audio recording capability
- Password protection for feed
- Chrome and Internet Explorer support
- Front camera support
- Continuous streaming while screen locked
- Video recording functionality
- Zoom feature
- Larger viewing window
- Skype integration
- Virtual camera driver for desktop
- GSM/data network support
- Control panel in web browser
- Ability to work while device in rest mode

## Recent user reviews (10 of 223)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mini-webcam/id379896463/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Bom aplicativo!

*2020-04-25, version 1.0.2*

Cumpre o que promete! Muito fácil de usar. Poderia usar maiores "frame rates" e resolução de vídeo. Recomendo!

### 1/5 — Slow AF

*2017-06-18, version 1.0.2*

Definitely need improvement. As right now it's the worst app for it

### 1/5 — Ne marche pas

*2017-05-14, version 1.0.2*

Ne marche pas avec un iphone 7 (iOS 10.3.1)

Impossible de charger la page avec tout les navigateurs web possible sur PC.

### 1/5 — Nope!

*2017-03-21, version 1.0.2*

Tried in three different browsers on 2 different computer. Never worked. It was free so just wasted time!

### 4/5 — Ziemlich gut

*2017-03-10, version 1.0.2*

Ich musste mir leider noch firefox installieren damit es funktioniert

### 5/5 — Parfait avec dm surveillance station

*2017-02-18, version 1.0.2*

Je cherchais à reconvertir mes vieux iPhone en caméra de surveillance pour mon Nas synology surveillance station, c'est génial j'ai maintenant des camera de bien meilleure qualité avec cette app que mes caméra ip dlink 932 et axis207, je recommande cette appli.

### 3/5 — Streams very well but...

*2016-10-02, version 1.0.2*

This is the ONLY app I have found that lets me stream my old iPhones to my MotionEYE OS server. It does this very well at medium resolution.. The ONLY thing I do not like about this app is that it does not have the option to setup a username and password to protect the feed. Please update this app to include that feature and I will gladly buy a "Pro" version!

### 1/5 — ne marche pas

*2016-05-30, version 1.0.2*

a eviter

### 5/5 — Boom biach

*2016-05-19, version 1.0.2*

Yass

### 5/5 — 구매목록 삭제 부탁드려요

*2016-04-11, version 1.0.2*

구매목록 삭제 부탁드려요

## Frequently asked questions about Mini WebCam

### What does Mini WebCam do?

Mini WebCam transforms your iPhone into a functional webcam. It allows you to stream live video from your iPhone to a web browser or another device on your local network without requiring any additional software or hardware installation on your computer.

### How do I access the video stream?

You can access the live video stream through a web browser by entering the URL provided by the app. Alternatively, if you have another iPhone with Mini WebCam installed, you can select your device from the 'Available Cams' list.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the application is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the provided description.

### What devices is Mini WebCam compatible with?

The app is designed for iPhones. For browser access, it supports Safari (versions prior to 6.0) and Firefox. Support for Internet Explorer is planned for a future release.

### What are some common use cases for this app?

This app can be used as a baby monitor, a security camera for your home, or to monitor cooking processes like a Sunday roast. It's also useful for quick video capture or when you need a temporary webcam solution.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.0.2 — 2010-12-06

- Bugfix for iOS 4.2.1 
- Selectable port for browser view 
- Flashlight support 
- Saving of preferences 
- Battery runtime for slow modes optimized

### 1.0.1 — 2010-08-06

Bugfix and Performance Update

- Increased video speed dramatically (almost twice a s fast).
- Fixed problems when trying to connect via browser and an unrecognized stream is returned.
- Fixed several smaller bugs.

Older Mini WebCams can not be seen in the list of available cams and vice versa. This is due to a change in the communication protocol. You have to update all your Mini WebCams.

### 1.0 — 2010-07-28

No release notes.

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