# Discreet - Black screen camera

> Capture without attention

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1600729989](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1600729989)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1600729989`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Marco D'Amelio
- **Category:** Photo & Video
- **Rating:** 4.40 / 5 (2,066 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.10.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-10
- **First published:** 2022-06-25
- **Size:** 67 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-21
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/discreet-black-screen-camera/id1600729989)
- **Website:** [http://www.discreet-camera.com/](http://www.discreet-camera.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.freeprivacypolicy.com/live/15910550-5ce0-4899-a976-dae445396342](https://www.freeprivacypolicy.com/live/15910550-5ce0-4899-a976-dae445396342)

## Description

**Discreet** is a low-profile camera app for capturing photos and videos without brightening your surroundings or interrupting the moment. Its Black Screen Technology and Custom Screen mode support subtle shooting at concerts, live events, in street photography, and other situations where a bright display may be distracting.

Features include autofocus, image stabilization, burst mode, 4K video recording, customizable commands, Apple Watch control, and instant access through a Lock Screen widget. A built-in private gallery stores photos and videos locally without uploading them to the cloud or a server. Always use discreet recording features responsibly and follow applicable privacy laws.

## Rankings

- #40,856 — Overall
- #26 — screen
- #48 — screen capture
- #80 — video recorder

## Review summary

Summary: Users praise the discreet black-screen concept and easy photo capture, with some positive feedback on support. However, recurring issues dominate: videos sometimes don’t save or export, recording stops early and audio can drop, zoom and image quality are inconsistent, a green recording indicator stays on, and the app experiences stability issues across updates and iOS versions. Common requests include better camera controls (exposure/stabilization), 48MP support, and options like screen-lock during recording and a browser-like interface.

### Pros

- Discreet black screen capability with the option to display a custom image and high-resolution video (4K/60fps).
- Easy one-tap photo capture (tap anywhere on the screen to take a picture).
- Positive feedback and responsive support from the Discreet team.
- Generally solid app with discreet design and straightforward use.

### Cons

- Video data often doesn't save or finalize, and exporting data is blocked.
- Zoom/quality issues: .5x equals 1x, wrong zoom on iPhone 15, and lack of 48MP support.
- Recording can stop early or lose audio on longer videos.
- Persistent green indicator light remains on, compromising discreetness.
- Stability and compatibility problems after updates and on newer iOS versions; crashes or unusable camera.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1600729989)