This OneUI 6.1 feature can turn your Samsung Galaxy smartphone into a webcam

Samsung made the news for unveiling its Galaxy S24 lineup just last week and also debuted the OneUI 6.1 version along with it. While it may not seem like a big leap, it now comes with major improvements to productivity features and also brings AI capabilities to these phones.

However, in a move to enhance integration between devices, Samsung has brought in a Camera Sharing feature that will let you use your smartphone as a webcam for your tablet.

What is Samsung OneUI 6.1 Camera Sharing feature?

In 2022, Apple introduced its Continuity Camera feature for its iPhones, which can seamlessly allow users to transform it into a high-quality webcam for their MacBook. Similarly, Google also brought in a feature with its Android 14 update that allowing users connect their Pixel smartphones as well.

Samsung seems to have introduced its own version of this feature, known as Camera Sharing, which is a simple way to transform its smartphone into a wireless webcam for Samsung Galaxy tablets.

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This feature can prove to be especially useful since a lot of the front cameras are not known for their quality. Connecting a smartphone to these devices could, in turn, replace this with a professional-grade camera for video conferences or recordings. For Samsung Galaxy S24 smartphones, it also throws in the possibility of using AI features if and when required in the near future.

How to use the Samsung OneUI 6.1 Camera Sharing feature

To use this feature, all you have to do is follow a few simple steps.

Step 1: Open Settings on your smartphone and locate Connected Devices
Step 2: Toggle the Camera Sharing feature on
Step 3: Your phone will now be able to use this feature with any nearby Galaxy tablet

However, it is crucial to note that your smartphone and tablet both need to be connected to the same Wi-Fi network for this feature to work for you. Apart from this, you might also have to follow the additional step of using Link to Windows if you wish to connect it to your Windows PC.

This feature can also be used similarly if you want to use your phone as a webcam for your Samsung Smart TV. With Camera Sharing, you can make the most of your camera’s dynamic colours and crisp contrast during personal or work-related calls.