Use Your Pixel Phone as a Webcam for Your Computer With Android 14 Update

Android 14 QPR1 adds ability to use Pixel phones as webcam for PC/Mac via USB cable. Simple plug-and-play setup.
Webcam quality major upgrade over built-in computer webcams. Automatic focus, zoom, swap cameras.
Works on Pixel 6, Pixel 7 so far, not Fold. Likely coming to more Android phones.
Alternative apps like Camo Studio offer similar phone-as-webcam, but more setup.
Useful for affordable, high-quality video calls and conferencing while working from home. Major feature for Pixel phones.

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8/24/2023

Google fan survey hints at powerful AI camera features for the Pixel 8

Google is rumored to be introducing new camera features, including AI-powered video noise removal, enhanced sound, perfect group photos, and photo stacking, in their upcoming Pixel 8 series smartphones.

9/11/2023

Google Camera 9.0 Update Brings Redesigned UI to Pixel Phones

Google is rolling out a redesign of the Pixel Camera app with version 9.0, which includes a Photo/Video switcher and rearranged controls for easier one-handed access, but requires Android 14 and is currently only available for Pixel users on the Beta Program.

9/20/2023

Google Releases Android 14 QPR1 Beta 1 for Pixels with December Patch and UI Improvements

Google is rolling out the Android 14 QPR1 Beta 1 to Pixel phones, tablets, and Fold, offering new features such as user overrides for large screen devices and an aspect ratio settings menu.

9/20/2023

Android 14 Release Pushed to October, First Update Hits Beta

Google's next major OS upgrade, Android 14, is being delayed until October, with the beta program for Android 14 QPR1 now available and the official debut expected in December as the Pixel Feature Drop.

9/20/2023

Google Adds Battery Cycle Count in Android 14, Following Apple's Lead to Increase Transparency

Google has released the first beta of Android 14 QPR1, which includes support for battery charge cycle counts on Pixel phones, allowing users to see the age and usage of their batteries.

9/21/2023

Android 14 Beta Breaks Google Wallet for Some Users

Google released the first beta of Android 14 QPR1 for Pixel phones, but users should be aware that Google Wallet is currently non-functional and unable to support NFC payments.

9/22/2023

Android 14 to Allow Using Smartphones as Webcams without Apps

Starting in Android 14, users may no longer need a third-party app to turn their Android smartphones into webcams for their PCs, as this functionality will be integrated into the Android OS itself, although certain steps are required to enable it.

10/19/2023

Android 14 QPR1 Beta 2.1 Now Rolling Out to Most Pixels, Fixes Bugs Except On Pixel 8/8 Pro

Android 14 QPR1 Beta 2.1 is being released with bug fixes, but the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro will not be updated immediately.

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Posted 9/21/2023, 5:56:00 PM

Use Your Pixel Phone as a Webcam for Your Computer With Android 14 Update

Android 14 QPR1 adds ability to use Pixel phones as webcam for PC/Mac via USB cable. Simple plug-and-play setup.
Webcam quality major upgrade over built-in computer webcams. Automatic focus, zoom, swap cameras.
Works on Pixel 6, Pixel 7 so far, not Fold. Likely coming to more Android phones.
Alternative apps like Camo Studio offer similar phone-as-webcam, but more setup.
Useful for affordable, high-quality video calls and conferencing while working from home. Major feature for Pixel phones.

9to5google.com

Relevant topic timeline:

8/24/2023

Google fan survey hints at powerful AI camera features for the Pixel 8

9/11/2023

Google Camera 9.0 Update Brings Redesigned UI to Pixel Phones

9/20/2023

Google Releases Android 14 QPR1 Beta 1 for Pixels with December Patch and UI Improvements

Google is rolling out the Android 14 QPR1 Beta 1 to Pixel phones, tablets, and Fold, offering new features such as user overrides for large screen devices and an aspect ratio settings menu.

9/20/2023

Android 14 Release Pushed to October, First Update Hits Beta

9/20/2023

Google Adds Battery Cycle Count in Android 14, Following Apple's Lead to Increase Transparency

Google has released the first beta of Android 14 QPR1, which includes support for battery charge cycle counts on Pixel phones, allowing users to see the age and usage of their batteries.

9/21/2023

Android 14 Beta Breaks Google Wallet for Some Users

Google released the first beta of Android 14 QPR1 for Pixel phones, but users should be aware that Google Wallet is currently non-functional and unable to support NFC payments.

9/22/2023

Android 14 to Allow Using Smartphones as Webcams without Apps

10/19/2023

Android 14 QPR1 Beta 2.1 Now Rolling Out to Most Pixels, Fixes Bugs Except On Pixel 8/8 Pro

Android 14 QPR1 Beta 2.1 is being released with bug fixes, but the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro will not be updated immediately.