# PocketCam

> Use your iOS device as a wireless webcam and microphone for your computer. (iPhone/iPad app by Senstic.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocketcam/id316512204 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Senstic](https://appshunter.io/developer/287765002)
- Category: Utilities, Photo & Video
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 1.90/5 from 10 App Store ratings · 50 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.1 · 2 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2009-12-01
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocketcam/id316512204/reviews.md

## What is PocketCam?

**UPDATE** PocketCam now supports audio! 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 (and microphone!) 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 that use QuickTime for video capturing, including 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.


*** If you have problem getting PocketCam to work, please contact us at support@senstic.com, and we will help you fix the problem.

## Key features

- Wireless webcam functionality
- Supports audio streaming
- Works with Mac and Windows
- Compatible with FaceTime, Skype, and more
- Easy setup with companion software
- Record live video

## Recent user reviews (10 of 50)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocketcam/id316512204/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Please remove

*2020-04-07, version 3.0*

Please remove this app from the store. I cannot reach the developers on any of their web addresses.

### 1/5 — Do Not Buy

*2018-10-23, version 3.0*

The app is no longer supported. The page to download the driver leads to a phishing extension download

### 1/5 — AVOID - web site gone no software for computer

*2018-08-31, version 3.0*

Will be looking at how to get a refund, for the first time. Very unhappy to see Apple hasn’t pulled this down.

### 1/5 — Unsupported product

*2018-03-08, version 3.0*

One review had all the right words, but after paying $5, there is no website to download the corresponding drivers on the laptop. Site is decommissioned. DO NOT BUY, Apple should remove thid broken product from the store.

### 3/5 — Not much functionality

*2016-07-01, version 2.14*

So all this all does is stream video from the iPhone camera, so it can be used as a glorified baby monitor and that is about it. Plus the video it streams is so tiny you can barely see it. I haven't messed with the settings yet to see if it can be made bigger, but it doesn't bode well that the developers don't have a better resolution set as default. Not worth buying.

### 5/5 — Works great!

*2016-03-26, version 2.14*

This is the only webcam app that has worked. None of the others, including EpocCam, have worked with skype and other webcam apps. It also has lots of customizable options such as image adjustments and text overlay. Works on Yosemite for me.

### 4/5 — Works as advertised.   Do try the free version first.

*2015-05-17, version 2.13*

I used this with yahoo and it worked fine.   Try the free version first to see that the software works on your PC.

### 5/5 — ❗️❗️<BEWARE!!> ❗️❗️ WARNING!!

*2015-02-06, version 2.13*

❗️❗️This may NOT work for you, try FREE version BEFORE PURCHASING ❗️❗️

### 5/5 — Works as advertised!

*2014-11-30, version 2.13*

This is the third "IOS device as webcam" app that I've tried (after WebCamera and EpocCam) and the first that actually worked.  Connects easily and works well with Skype.

### 1/5 — Bad and useless

*2014-08-13, version 2.12*

I thought, hey my iphone has a great camera, why buy a web cam? Well, because this is absolutely terrible quality and it disconnects constantly and it can't record in the background so anything that pops up freezes it. Don't waste your time, money, and happiness on this garbage.

## Frequently asked questions about PocketCam

### What does PocketCam do?

PocketCam allows you to use your iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad as a wireless webcam and microphone for your Windows PC or Mac. It streams video captured by your iOS device to your computer, making it appear as a virtual webcam for various applications.

### What are the key features of PocketCam?

Key features include wireless webcam streaming, audio support, compatibility with popular video conferencing apps like FaceTime, Skype, and Windows Live Messenger, and the ability to record live video from your iOS device.

### How much does PocketCam cost?

Based on the provided information, PocketCam is a paid application. There is no mention of free versions or in-app purchases.

### What operating systems are supported by PocketCam?

PocketCam supports Windows XP, Vista, 7, and 8, as well as Mac OS X 10.7 (Lion) or above. You will also need to install the companion PocketControl software on your computer.

### What are common use cases for PocketCam?

Common use cases include using your iOS device as a high-quality webcam for video calls, online meetings, streaming, or even for creative projects where you need to capture video from your device on your computer.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 3.0 — 2017-01-16

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Update for newer devices.

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