# PocketCam Lite > Use your iOS device as a wireless webcam for Windows and Mac. (iPhone/iPad app by Senstic.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocketcam-lite/id348548286 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Senstic](https://appshunter.io/developer/287765002) - Category: Photo & Video, Utilities - Price: Free - Rating: 2.60/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 53 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 9.1 · 2 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2010-01-13 - Data updated: 2026-06-20 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocketcam-lite/id348548286/reviews.md ## What is PocketCam Lite? ** UPDATE ** Support for FaceTime, iChat/Messages on macs added! ** YouTube Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A69c4HHok3U ** IMPORTANT ** Please turn off Bluetooth on the device (Settings->General->Bluetooth) before using PocketCam. Otherwise, you may experience frame drops/freeze. Why paying for an expensive webcam when you can use your awesome iOS device for video conference? Better yet, your iOS webcam is wireless! Now you can use your iOS device to show around your house/apartment on your favorite webcam applications such as FaceTime, iChat/Messages, Windows Live or Skype. PocketCam lets you use your iPhone/iPod Touch/iPad as a wireless webcam for your Windows-based computer or Mac (OS X 10.7 or above). PocketCam automatically forwards video captured by your iOS camera, which can then be used as if they come from a virtual webcam. PocketCam works with any Windows-based webcam or video conferencing applications, including instant message applications such as MSN Live Messenger, Skype, AIM, etc. For Mac users, PocketCam works with any Mac applications such as FaceTime, iChat/Messages, GTalk, Skype and aMSN. You can even record the live video from your iOS cam using a webcam recorder such as QuickTime Pro. INSTRUCTIONS: 1. If you have not already done so, download and install the PocketControl for Windows or Mac software from our website: http://www.senstic.com/iPhone/PocketCam/PocketCam.aspx 2. On Windows, run PocketControl for Windows and make sure the PocketCam service is running on your computer. On Mac, run PocketControl, and run any application that uses webcam and select PocketCam as your preferred webcam. 3. Start PocketCam on iOS device, and the app will automatically connect to your computer. The bottom of your iOS screen should display "Connected to your_computer_name:port." 4. Start any program on your computer that uses webcam, and select "PocketCam" as your virtual webcam. Enjoy live feed from your iOS camera as your webcam source! Step-by-step instructions can be found at http://www.senstic.com/iphone/pocketcam/Support.aspx LIMITATIONS: 1. Currently, PocketCam supports Windows XP/Vista/7/8, Mac OS X 10.7 (Lion) or above. 2. There is a half second delay before the images are shown up on the computer. 3. PocketCam Lite (free version) is limited to monochrome feed. Audio is not supported. ## Key features - Wireless webcam functionality - Use iOS device as webcam - Supports FaceTime, iChat/Messages - Works with Skype, MSN Live - Record live video feed - Compatible with Windows and Mac ## Recent user reviews (10 of 53) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocketcam-lite/id348548286/reviews.md ### 1/5 — It didn’t work *2020-03-26, version 3.0* Followed all the instruction for Mac. The QR Code didn’t work. Just a waste of time ### 1/5 — Nope *2018-04-16, version 3.0* Looks like their site (where you need to download PC/Mac drivers) has been hijacked. ### 1/5 — Waste of time *2018-03-13, version 3.0* You can’t download the desktop software because the web site has been taken over by advertisers. ### 4/5 — Please delete the purchase details. *2017-01-01, version 2.14* Please delete the purchase details. ### 1/5 — Website down can't download desktop software *2016-12-09, version 2.14* Is company still in business? ### 5/5 — Works Great! *2016-05-20, version 2.14* This app is exactly what it says it is. It's perfect for when I have to get in group skype calls on my laptop (since I don't have a webcam) The only downside is the watermark but that's expected with a free app. Hopefully soon I'll get the full version! Thank you for this wonderful app! ### 5/5 — Works with Skype in Mac *2014-12-16, version 2.13* Works with Skype in Mac ### 1/5 — Worthless *2014-12-14, version 2.13* True, this is the only webcam app I could get to actually show ANY video in Skype, but the lag is so extreme and the video so poor that it makes video more distracting than useful. ### 1/5 — black & white only *2014-08-14, version 2.12* this lite version says it is limited o black & video video only. i didnt make it past that point to even test it. ### 1/5 — I wouldn't suggest getting this *2014-04-08, version 2.8* Doesn't work with Skype at all, I downloaded the drivers on my computer and they messed up my pro audio interface (it completely stopped working until I uninstalled the drivers). It's pretty much a junk app like the rest of the webcam apps for chat and apple should remove all of them from the App Store. ## Frequently asked questions about PocketCam Lite ### What does PocketCam Lite do? PocketCam Lite allows you to use your iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad as a wireless webcam for your Windows or Mac computer. It streams video from your iOS device to your computer, which can then be used by various webcam applications. ### What are the key features of PocketCam Lite? The app enables wireless webcam functionality, allowing you to use your iOS device's camera on your computer. It supports popular applications like FaceTime, iChat/Messages, Skype, and MSN Live. You can also record the live video feed from your iOS camera. ### Is PocketCam Lite free to use? Yes, PocketCam Lite is a free version of the application. The description does not mention any costs or in-app purchases for this version. ### What operating systems are compatible with PocketCam Lite? PocketCam Lite supports Windows XP, Vista, 7, and 8. For Mac users, it is compatible with OS X 10.7 (Lion) or above. You will also need to install the PocketControl software on your computer. ### What are the limitations of PocketCam Lite? The free 'Lite' version is limited to a monochrome feed and does not support audio. There is also a half-second delay before images appear on the computer. It is recommended to turn off Bluetooth on your iOS device before use to avoid frame drops. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 3.0 — 2017-01-16 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Support newer devices. ### 2.14 — 2015-06-29 * Added connection by scanning QR code. ### 2.13 — 2014-11-12 * Added an option to pause the camera stream. You can use this option to temporarily sto the camera's audio/video. This is particularly useful to override the default background recording mode. * Improved the support of new devices. ### 2.12 — 2014-08-01 Bug fixes. ### 2.11 — 2014-07-19 * Fixed a bug that could cause crash when running extended time. * Performance enhancement. ## More apps by Senstic - [i-Clickr Remote for PowerPoint](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/i-clickr-remote-for-powerpoint/id288087993) - [ACam Live Video](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/acam-live-video/id291400621) - [i-Clickr Remote for PowerPoint Lite](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/i-clickr-remote-for-powerpoint-lite/id296956937) - [Tapes Lite](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tapes-lite/id313644611) - [PocketCam](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocketcam/id316512204) - [ACam Live Video (Lite)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/acam-live-video-lite/id316788259) All apps by Senstic: https://appshunter.io/developer/287765002 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-20.*