USB External Camera/Webcam 1.10
Free Version
Publisher Description
USB external webcam application that displays the camera output and takes pictures (or a picture every second in interval mode). Simply attach an OTG (on-the-go) USB adapter to a common webcam* and connect to your smartphone or tablet for an external camera system! Uses include a car rear-view backup camera, building/pipe inspection, an extreme sport camera, or a wearable camera to record all your adventures!
Notes:
KNOWN SUPPORTED WEBCAMS:
Logitech Webcam C250
Microsoft LifeCam VX-5000
Uxcell Mini
...
most commercial webcams are likely to work
*ROOT-SUPERUSER, V4L KERNEL, USB HOST SUPPORT REQUIRED SEE BELOW*
*GALAXY NEXUS AND NEXUS 7 KNOWN SUPPORTED*
*V4L (Video 4 Linux) support is provided by the Android OS (kernel). Every Android device has an OS and may or may not support V4L. If your stock kernel does not support V4L, a V4L enabled kernel can be installed if the device is rooted (see disclaimer and kernel details below).
*Devices must support USB HOST to power the webcam. Most newer devices are enabled.
KERNEL DETAILS:
!!Warning, only qualified users should attempt these steps as it can get complicated.!!
Required tools: See: http://source.android.com/source/initializing.html
FOR GALAXY NEXUS KERNEL:
1. Get the correct kernel:
$ git clone https://android.googlesource.com/kernel/omap.git
2. Add the following to tuna_defconfig (path: ~/omap/arch/arm/configs)
CONFIG_VIDEO_DEV=y
CONFIG_VIDEO_V4L2_COMMON=y
CONFIG_VIDEO_MEDIA=y
CONFIG_USB_VIDEO_CLASS=y
CONFIG_V4L_USB_DRIVERS=y
CONFIG_USB_VIDEO_CLASS_INPUT_EVDEV=y
2. Comment out the following to the video Kconfig (path: drivers/media/video/Kconfig):
#source "drivers/media/video/omapgfx/Kconfig"
3. Add permission in ueventd.tuna.rc:
666 to /dev/video0
666 to /dev/video1
Check the developer website for Galaxy Nexus V4L enabled kernel updates.
DISCLAIMER
*The developer publishes this app in good faith, but users assume all risk.Developer has no liability and provides no guarantees. This application requires superuser access and a V4L supported kernel. Modifications to manufacturer systems can void a warranty. Not all webcams may be supported. Most major brands are supported. The webcam may need to be plugged in a few seconds before opening the app to initialize.
About USB External Camera/Webcam
USB External Camera/Webcam is a free app for Android published in the Video Tools list of apps, part of Audio & Multimedia.
The company that develops USB External Camera/Webcam is Stoked Studios. The latest version released by its developer is 1.10.
To install USB External Camera/Webcam on your Android device, just click the green Continue To App button above to start the installation process. The app is listed on our website since 2018-07-01 and was downloaded 13 times. We have already checked if the download link is safe, however for your own protection we recommend that you scan the downloaded app with your antivirus. Your antivirus may detect the USB External Camera/Webcam as malware as malware if the download link to snapexwebcam.com is broken.
How to install USB External Camera/Webcam on your Android device:
- Click on the Continue To App button on our website. This will redirect you to Google Play.
- Once the USB External Camera/Webcam is shown in the Google Play listing of your Android device, you can start its download and installation. Tap on the Install button located below the search bar and to the right of the app icon.
- A pop-up window with the permissions required by USB External Camera/Webcam will be shown. Click on Accept to continue the process.
- USB External Camera/Webcam will be downloaded onto your device, displaying a progress. Once the download completes, the installation will start and you'll get a notification after the installation is finished.
