Using Android Devices as Main Camera in OBS Studio and Streamlabs

Using your Android device as the main camera in OBS Studio and Streamlabs can significantly improve your live streams and content creation. In this tutorial, we'll guide you through several methods to achieve this on both Windows and macOS. We'll cover three primary approaches: using the built-in tools like DroidCam, third-party apps like IP Webcam, and USB connections.

Method 1: Using DroidCam (Windows and macOS)

1. Install DroidCam: Download and install the DroidCam app on your Android device from the Google Play Store.
2. Install DroidCam Client on PC: Download and install the DroidCam Client for your operating system (Windows or macOS) from the official website.
3. Connect Your Android Device: Open the DroidCam app on your Android device. Note the "DroidCam Port" and IP address displayed on your Android screen.
4. Configure DroidCam Client: Launch the DroidCam Client on your PC. Enter the IP address and port number from your Android device. Click the "Start" button to connect.
5. Select DroidCam in OBS: Open OBS Studio or Streamlabs OBS. Add a new video source and choose "DroidCam Source."
6. Start Streaming: Click the "Start Streaming" button in OBS Studio or Streamlabs OBS to use your Android device as the main camera.

Method 2: Using IP Webcam (Windows and macOS)

This method utilizes the IP Webcam app and the OBS VirtualCam plugin.

1. Install IP Webcam: Download and install the IP Webcam app from the Google Play Store on your Android device.
2. Configure IP Webcam: Open the IP Webcam app and set your preferred settings, including video resolution and quality.
3. Start Server: Tap the "Start Server" button to begin broadcasting your camera feed.
4. Install OBS VirtualCam: Download and install the OBS VirtualCam plugin for your operating system (Windows or macOS) from the OBS forums.
5. Select IP Webcam in OBS: Open OBS Studio or Streamlabs OBS. Go to "Tools" > "VirtualCam" and click the "Start" button.
6. Choose IP Webcam as Camera Source: In OBS, add a new video source and select "OBS-Camera" as the source camera.
7. Start Streaming: Click the "Start Streaming" button in OBS Studio or Streamlabs OBS to use your Android device as the main camera.

Method 3: Using USB Connection (Windows and macOS)

You can also connect your Android device to your computer via USB for a stable connection.

1. Enable USB Debugging on Android: Go to your Android device's developer settings. Enable "USB Debugging" and connect your device to your computer via USB.
2. Install OBS Camera Plugin: Download and install the OBS Camera plugin for your operating system (Windows or macOS).
3. Select Android Device as Camera: Open OBS Studio or Streamlabs OBS. Add a new video source and select "OBS-Camera" as the source camera.
4. Start Streaming: Click the "Start Streaming" button in OBS Studio or Streamlabs OBS to use your Android device as the main camera.

These methods offer flexibility in using your Android device as the primary camera in OBS Studio and Streamlabs OBS. Choose the one that best suits your setup and preferences to elevate your live streams and content creation.