Using CueCam Presenter with your iPhone and iPad

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Introduction

In today's world of remote communication, looking professional on video calls is more important than ever. If you're still relying on your Mac's built-in FaceTime camera, you might be selling yourself short. With CueCam Presenter you can instantly upgrade your video quality using just your iPhone and iPad—and the best part? It’s incredibly simple to set up.
Let’s walk through how to transform your video setup in just a few steps.

Why Your Built-in FaceTime Camera Isn’t Enough

Most built-in laptop cameras have a terrible angle—usually looking up at you from below, which isn’t flattering. Ideally, your camera should be positioned at eye level or slightly above for a more natural and engaging perspective.
That’s where CueCam and Shoot Pro come in. With just a few adjustments, you’ll be able to achieve a professional-looking setup without any expensive equipment.

Step 1: Setting Up Your iPhone as a Webcam

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The first step to improving your video quality is to use Shoot Pro,available on the App Store, to turn your iPhone into a high-quality webcam.

Here’s what you need to do:

  1. Download Shoot Pro (no in-app purchases required—it’s fully integrated with CueCam).
  2. Mount your iPhone using a desk stand or even a simple selfie stick.
  3. Position it at eye level, ideally just above your laptop screen.
  4. Connect your iPhone to power to keep the feed stable and avoid battery drain.
  5. Select Shoot as your camera source in CueCam—you’ll now see a dramatic improvement in video quality.
CueCam also provides useful tools like a grid overlay and spirit level to help you frame your shot perfectly.

Step 2: Enhancing Eye Contact with a Second Screen

One common mistake people make is looking at their screen instead of the camera, which can make them seem disengaged. With CueCam, you can send a program feed to your iPhone screen, so you can see the person you’re talking to right near your camera.
This feature makes it much easier to maintain eye contact, creating a more natural and engaging presence in video calls.

Step 3: Optimizing Your Zoom Setup

CueCam seamlessly integrates with Zoom and other video conferencing apps. To set it up:
  1. Select CueCam as your webcam in Zoom’s video settings.
  2. Enable CueCam’s virtual microphone for improved audio sync.
  3. Use CueCam’s dropdown menu to send the Zoom call to your iPhone’s screen—this ensures your conversation partner is right where your camera is.
This setup significantly improves natural eye contact, making your interactions feel more personal and engaging.

Step 4: Drawing on Your Webcam with an iPad

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Want to make your presentations or coaching sessions more interactive? Video Pencil—included with CueCam—lets you draw directly on your webcam feed using your iPad.

Getting started:

  • Download Video Pencil from the App Store.
  • Open the app, and your webcam feed will appear automatically.
  • Start drawing! Your annotations will appear live on your video.
This is a game-changer for teachers, trainers, and content creators who want to visually emphasize key points in real-time.

Step 5: Sharing Content Seamlessly

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CueCam makes sharing images, videos, and screens effortless.
  • Need to illustrate something quickly? Just drag and drop an image onto CueCam, and it will instantly appear on your feed.
  • Want to play a video? Simply drag a video file in, and it will be available as picture-in-picture.
  • Need to share a web browser or Keynote presentation? CueCam allows you to select any application window and seamlessly integrate it into your call.
All of this ensures that your content flows naturally without disrupting the conversation.

Final Touch: Don’t Forget About Audio

Your video quality is now significantly improved, but don’t overlook audio quality. A poor microphone can quickly undermine all the effort you’ve put into making your video look great.
Investing in a USB microphone or using CueCam’s virtual mic will make a huge difference in clarity and engagement.

Wrapping Up: What’s Next?

Now that you’ve set up CueCam with your iPhone and iPad, you’ve taken a huge step toward professional-quality video calls.
Once you're comfortable with the basics, you can dive deeper into CueCam’s document features, smart scripts, and advanced presentation tools to take your storytelling to the next level.
For now, enjoy the clearer, sharper, and more engaging video presence—and impress everyone on your next call!
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