# USB Camera

> Connect EasyCap or UVC devices for recording and broadcast video/audio stream

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.shenyaocn.android.usbcamera](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.shenyaocn.android.usbcamera)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.shenyaocn.android.usbcamera`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** 沈垚 / ShenYao China
- **Category:** VIDEO\_PLAYERS
- **Downloads:** 9,450,352
- **Rating:** 2.86 / 5 (17,611 ratings)
- **Version:** 12.2.2
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-01
- **First published:** 2016-04-13
- **Publisher country:** CN
- **Size:** 81 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-11
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.shenyaocn.android.usbcamera)
- **Website:** [http://www.shenyaocn.com](http://www.shenyaocn.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.shenyaocn.com/privacy-policy/](http://www.shenyaocn.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

**USB Camera** connects Android devices to UVC webcams, HDMI capture cards, EasyCap video grabbers, USB microphones, endoscopes, and other supported USB-OTG devices. Record video, capture snapshots, mix audio sources, add timestamps and GPS overlays, and use your phone as a wireless IP camera with RTSP/RTSPS and HTTP/HTTPS server support.

Stream to RTMP, RTMPS, or SRT media servers, including simultaneous multi-server broadcasting and supported HEVC or AV1 streaming. Additional features include motion-triggered recording, FTP uploads, email notifications, loop recording, automatic storage management, dash cam mode, picture-in-picture, side-by-side FPV viewing, background recording, and headset or webcam snapshot controls. A compatible OTG cable, sufficient power, and supported Android hardware are required. The Pro version adds extra settings and removes ads.

## Rankings

- #14,774 — Overall
- #10 — usb

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PROJECTION`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MICROPHONE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.USB_PERMISSION`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.shenyaocn.android.usbcamera.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `horizonos.permission.HEADSET_CAMERA`
- `horizonos.permission.USB_CAMERA`

## Review summary

USB Camera generally solves USB webcam needs and offers a free, easy-to-use option with broad camera compatibility. However, reviews repeatedly cite intrusive ads, permission popups, and Android 10/device compatibility issues that hurt reliability. Some users report stability problems, including video deletion, and certain devices (Moto G, OnePlus) struggle with compatibility. Despite drawbacks, many users find it effective and are open to upgrading to the Pro version for additional features.

### Pros

- Works with a variety of USB cameras (e.g., Logitech C270) and supports changing video formats.
- Free version provides core functionality and is easy to use.
- Many reviewers say it solves their problem and enables USB cameras on Android.
- Some reviewers consider it one of the best USB camera apps.
- A Pro version is available and some users plan to upgrade due to solid performance.

### Cons

- Intrusive ads, including nonstop popups and banners, disrupt usability.
- Android 10 compatibility issues and permission bugs.
- Incompatibility with certain devices (e.g., Moto G, OnePlus) and some cameras.
- Stability/security concerns, including reports that videos can be deleted or apps can crash.
- Persistent permission prompts and cookie banners that impede use.

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