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With the COVID-19 pandemic and people working from home, it has become more apparent that the Mac has mediocre webcams. I’ve even stopped using Apple’s webcam, instead using a camcorder that was gathering dust in my garage. I got a few compliments about the image quality during a recent staff meeting.
TechCrunch on Thursday reported that the GoPro Hero 8 action camera can now be used as a Mac webcam, thanks to the new GoPro Webcam software for Mac. The software, which is in beta, allows the Hero 8 to be used via USB; previously, you had to use dongles and HDMI cables. GoPro has complete details on how it works.
As TechCrunch points out, it’s difficult right now to buy a third-party webcam. If you really want a new webcam and are willing to dish out the cash, you’ll probably have an easier time finding a Hero 8 for sale ($250).
If you have a DSLR camera, you can use it, but you might need special cables and adapters, and you need to check the manufacturer’s website for needed software.
Roman has covered technology since the early 1990s. His career started at MacUser, and he's worked for MacAddict, Mac|Life, and TechTV.
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