In the last round of Apple operating system updates, there was a Continuity Camera addition. It seemed like an odd solution to a longstanding issue with Mac webcams, but I have come to appreciate it in my recent travels.
The first official Continuity Camera solution was announced today by Belkin. The accessory was teased all the way back at the conference. The MagSafe magnets are in the back of the circle.
Brian Heater is the image's author.
The lip goes over the top of the screen when it snaps onto the back of the phone. Without the rear-facing cameras in place, you might have trouble firing up the feature at all.
The ring that looks like a soda can isn't connected to the feature. It is meant for the rest of the time. If you stick your finger through the loop on the back of the phone, you'll get a better grip. The magnets seem strong.
The larger version of the accessory is currently listed as "coming soon" The thicker the displays, the better. The models won't be able to be used interchangeably.
Brian Heater is the image's author.
I received a demo unit from Belkin around the time of my first macOS Ventura writeup and I will have to jump on it this week with all of the conference calls.
The latest Mac Air has a better camera than the latest iPhones. It isn't really close. It works in a pinch, especially when on the road, if you have better webcams built into the systems themselves.
The implementation of Continuity Camera has more to do with accessory than it does with me. The Pro Plus is heavier than the Pro. The new MacBook Air doesn't seem to have been developed with this capability in mind. The screen tends to start lowering under the weight if the lid is not at a 90- degree angle.
It's something to remember.
All Rights Reserved © 2024
