# HelloCam

> Click 'HelloCam' to control the action camera.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.scsoft.hellocam](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.scsoft.hellocam)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.scsoft.hellocam`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** csd001
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 61,610
- **Rating:** 2.58 / 5 (225 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.162
- **Last updated:** 2024-07-31
- **First published:** 2022-06-30
- **Publisher country:** CN
- **Size:** 16 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.scsoft.hellocam)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.freeprivacypolicy.com/live/3fdfdd61-e402-4749-a69f-749aacfc196c](https://www.freeprivacypolicy.com/live/3fdfdd61-e402-4749-a69f-749aacfc196c)

## Description

HelloCam is the essential Chrome extension for controlling your action camera directly from your device. It offers a real-time live video stream, allowing you to start recordings, take photos, and instantly view your shots. Connect easily by activating your camera's WiFi, connecting your device, and clicking the 'connect' button within the app.

Key features include multiple shooting modes like continuous and timer triggers, options to adjust video and image quality, and the ability to format your camera's SD card. Manage your media files efficiently by listing, downloading, deleting, and playing back photos and videos with audio. HelloCam streamlines your action camera experience, making capturing and managing your adventure footage effortless.

## Rankings

- #274,284 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.DISABLE_KEYGUARD`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.NEARBY_WIFI_DEVICES`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VIDEO`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`

## Review summary

HelloCam app allows Wi-Fi photo transfers and camera control, working well on some devices when users connect manually to the camera's Wi-Fi network and disable data or VPN. However, many users report frequent crashes, failure to connect on newer phones, slow performance, poor resolution, and occasional file corruption during video downloads. Live streaming features are inconsistent, and the app often requires workarounds for stable operation, limiting usability across various devices.

### Pros

- Allows photo transfer from digital waterproof cameras to phones via Wi-Fi.
- Enables viewing and downloading footage on the phone over Wi-Fi.
- Offers live video viewing feature similar to a baby monitor.
- Helpful for editing camera settings through the app.
- Works well on some devices like Pixel 5a and Pixel 6a with proper setup.

### Cons

- App frequently crashes, especially during video uploads or at connection.
- Connectivity issues with many newer phones; requires manual Wi-Fi connection to camera's network.
- Slow performance with poor resolution quality and occasional corrupted video downloads via Wi-Fi.
- Necessity to disable cellular data or VPN for proper connection causes inconvenience.
- Lack of live streaming or screen monitoring on most devices despite claims.

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