# PocketLapse

> Record background videos, timelapses, and use BLE remotes with the screen off

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.energy.backgroundvideorecorder](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.energy.backgroundvideorecorder)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.energy.backgroundvideorecorder`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** VOLOSHYN SERHII
- **Category:** VIDEO\_PLAYERS
- **Downloads:** 314
- **Version:** 0.9
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-27
- **First published:** 2026-04-30
- **Publisher country:** UA
- **Size:** 6.62 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.energy.backgroundvideorecorder)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://mbfksv.wixsite.com/net7](https://mbfksv.wixsite.com/net7)

## Description

PocketLapse is a powerful and easy-to-use app for background video recording and creating stunning timelapses. Capture continuous video even when your device&#39;s screen is turned off or while you are using other apps!<br>Save battery life and record long events without interrupting your daily tasks.<br>MAIN FEATURES:<br>    • Background Recording: Keep recording video while your screen is locked or the app is minimized.<br>    • BLE Remote Shutter Support: Start or stop recording and lock your device&#39;s screen remotely using any Bluetooth selfie remote.<br>    • Smart Timelapse: Capture long events (sunsets, drawing, road trips) with highly customizable frame intervals.<br>    • Pro Camera Controls: Focus Lock (AF), Exposure Lock (AE), manual brightness compensation (EV), and Antibanding to prevent flickering.<br>    • Flexible Quality Settings: Choose your preferred resolution (up to 4K, depending on your device), frame rate (FPS), and video format (MP4, WEBM).<br> PERFECT FOR:<br>    • Shooting timelapses of nature, city traffic, construction, or 3D printing.<br>    • Using your smartphone as a Dashcam during road trips.<br>    • Recording lectures, workouts, or long events without draining your battery quickly thanks to the screen-off feature.<br>POCKETLAPSE PRO (One-time purchase)<br>The basic free version limits timelapse recording to 60 seconds. Upgrade to PRO (a single payment, no subscriptions) to unlock:<br>    • No Limits: Record timelapses of any length (limited only by your device&#39;s storage).<br>    • All Themes: Unlock dozens of beautiful color schemes to customize the app.<br>    • Ad-Free Experience: A clean interface with absolutely no distracting banners.<br>IMPORTANT NOTICE:<br>For uninterrupted background recording, please disable system &quot;Battery Optimization&quot; for PocketLapse (you can do this directly from the app&#39;s settings menu).<br>Disclaimer: This app is intended strictly for personal and educational use (e.g., shooting timelapses, dashcam use). Please respect the privacy of others and use the app in accordance with your local laws and regulations.

## Rankings

- #1,544,382 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MICROPHONE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VIDEO`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VISUAL_USER_SELECTED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.energy.backgroundvideorecorder.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.energy.backgroundvideorecorder)