Hey #FaciliFam, who's up for a free second (or even third) high-quality webcam? Thought so. 😁

The best webcam you already own is in your pocket - so why not put it to work?

Today I'll share creative ways to turn your phone into an additional versatile camera for trainings, workshops, and online meetings using one of my favorite tools: Camo.

It connects your phone to your computer over Wi-Fi or cable as a virtual camera.

Zoom, Butter, Teams, and Meet recognize it just like a regular webcam - only sharper, more flexible, and more creative.

👇 I've also set up a free live demo session so we can explore it together.

🎯 Deskcam Magic

Do you ever hold things up to your laptop camera? Blurry, awkward - sometimes even a little circus act.

With Camo, you can mount your phone above your desk and instantly create a high-quality deskcam. Participants see every detail without the wobble.

🔵 Share handouts, worksheets, or printed materials

🔵 Capture live drawings, sketch notes, or sticky-notes

🔵 Demonstrate Lego Serious Play, gadgets, or physical prototypes

💡 Setup tip: Use a gooseneck arm or a solid desk mount for positioning.

🛠️ Gear recommendation: Check out the NEEWER 22" Magic Arm.

🖌️ Whiteboard Wonder

Balancing a laptop on books just to show your whiteboard? There's an easier way.

Set your phone on a tripod and suddenly you and your big visuals shine - every word and sketch clear, as if participants were standing right beside you (without all the awkward touching).

🟣 Share flipcharts or whiteboards without awkward angles

🟣 Capture live sketch notes or graphic recordings

🟣 Show yourself facilitating while standing in hybrid sessions

💡 Setup tip: Switch to the front camera for preview and use a wireless mic.

🛠️ Gear recommendation: The Rode Wireless GO II is a solid choice.

📸 Behind the Scenes, Front of Mind

Ever feel stuck in one static view during your sessions? Your main camera stays fixed, but your phone doesn't have to.

Take it handheld and bring participants along for the ride - a quick room tour, a new angle, or a peek at what's happening off-screen. Think MTV Cribs: Facilitator Edition. 😁

🟠 Do a walk-and-talk to add energy and variety

🟠 Reveal behind-the-scenes setups or playful props

🟠 Offer a participant’s-eye view during hybrid workshops

💡 Setup tip: Add a lightweight grip or gimbal for smooth handheld shots.

🛠️ Gear recommendation: Maybe the DJI OM 6 could be something for you.

🌍 Webcam On the Go

Ever tried running a workshop from a hotel room - or been stuck with your notebook's internal camera?

You can replace your laptop's built-in webcam with your phone - at home, on the road, or while hot-desking. It's your instant upgrade.

🟡 Run polished sessions from hotels or co-working spaces in high quality

🟡 Travel light and keep your setup portable and professional

🟡 Stay flexible in hybrid venues without packing extra gear

💡 Setup tip: Get a magnetic mount that clips to your display like a webcam.

🛠️ Gear recommendation: The NEEWER Continuity Mount will do the job.

⚡ Quick 5 Minutes Setup

No complicated gear. Just a few steps and you're ready:

1️⃣ Download Camo Studio (Mac or Windows)

2️⃣ Install the mobile app (iPhone, iPad, or Android)

3️⃣ Open Studio and click "Pair a device" to display a QR code

4️⃣ On your phone, tap the wireless button and scan the code

5️⃣ Your video appears instantly in Camo Studio

6️⃣ Select "Camo" as your camera in Zoom, Teams, or Meet

Done - your phone is now your best webcam.

🌟 Scaling Up with Camo

We've only scratched the surface. Beyond the basics, Camo offers overlays, branding, streaming, advanced controls, and more that give any camera a professional polish.

Start simple. Get confident. Level up at your pace. The best setup is the one you'll actually use. Begin where you are, then scale when you're ready.

🆕 Fresh update: Camo Studio 2.3 just rolled out with powerful new features like Scenes, Profiles, the Explore Gallery, and Screen Capture. Make sure to update if you're already using it (get the latest version here).

Want to see it live?

Join my upcoming walk-through session.

And don't forget to follow my awesome friend Eden Liu - the face of Camo. She shares fantastic tutorials, inspiration, and real-world setups that show just how far the tool can go. (Tell her I sent you... it won't change anything, but it would be fun 😁)

🚀 Add OBS & Stream Deck Magic

Want to take things further? Pair your phone setup with OBS Studio and a Stream Deck. Think picture-in-picture, smooth scene switches, and branded overlays that wow your participants.

👉 Want to learn hands-on? I've got two beginner-friendly starter trainings coming up - one for OBS and one for Stream Deck. 👇🏽