Using iPhone as a webcam with Mac Mini
I was told I could use a iPhone 12 Pro Max to hook up via continuity to Mac Mini M1 for Zoom and Google Meet etc. However i don't see how to setup on Mac Mini
Mac mini, macOS 13.5
Ensure that you meet the following System Requirements to use your iPhone 12 Pro Max as a webcam (Continuity Camera) with your M1 Mac Mini:
System requirements
This Continuity Camera feature works with the following devices and operating systems, using one iPhone and one Mac at a time.
- iOS 16 or later
- iPhone XR or later
- (All iPhone models introduced in 2018 or later)
- iPhone 11 or later for Center Stage
- iPhone 11 or later (excluding iPhone SE) for Desk View
- iPhone 12 or later for Studio Light
macOS Ventura or later
- Any Mac compatible with macOS Ventura or later
Additional requirements
- Your iPhone and Mac must be signed in with the same Apple ID using two-factor authentication. Continuity Camera does not support Managed Apple IDs.
- Your iPhone must have Continuity Camera turned on in Settings > General > AirPlay & Handoff. It's turned on by default.
- Your iPhone and Mac must be near each other and have Bluetooth and Wi-Fi turned on.
- Your iPhone must not be sharing its cellular connection and your Mac must not be sharing its internet connection.
- To use Continuity Camera wirelessly, your Mac must not be using AirPlay or Sidecar.
- To use Continuity Camera over USB, your iPhone must be set to trust your Mac.
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