Blackmagic’s Free Camera App Now Streams Directly to YouTube and Twitch
Amateur streamers can broadcast live on multiple platforms without needing extra apps or encoding hardware. Blackmagic has updated its free camera app with features that both streamers and professionals will find useful.
Direct Streaming to Popular Platforms
The Blackmagic Camera app for Android and iOS now streams directly to YouTube, Twitch, and Vimeo. Users simply select their platform and enter a secure stream key, eliminating the need for third-party software or additional devices.
Live Control During Broadcasts
While streaming, users maintain full access to the app's controls, allowing on-the-fly adjustments such as exposure and focus.
Support for SRT Protocol
The update introduces support for SRT (Secure Reliable Transport), a modern streaming protocol favored by professionals. SRT is optimized for less stable networks like the internet, improving streaming reliability.
Custom Server Compatibility
Blackmagic Camera also now supports custom RTMP and SRT servers, giving streamers more flexibility beyond the three default platforms.
Additional Improvements
- Immediate alerts when an external drive is disconnected, reducing the risk of data loss.
- Enhanced support for working with high-resolution and high framerate Apple ProRes files that iPhones cannot record internally.
"Both the Android and iOS versions of the Blackmagic Camera app can now stream directly to YouTube, Twitch, and Vimeo, removing the need for third-party apps or additional encoding hardware."
"The update also adds support for SRT: a more modern streaming protocol frequently used by professional broadcasters."
Author's summary: Blackmagic’s free camera app upgrade enables seamless live streaming to major platforms with modern protocols and enhanced control, boosting convenience for streamers and pros alike.