Belkin on Tuesday unveiled the iPhone Mount with MagSafe for MacBooks and the iPhone Mount with MagSafe for Mac desktops and displays. These mounts use MagSafe to connect to the iPhone and are elegantly secured to the Mac, and work great with Continuity Camera — a new feature in macOS Ventura that enables Mac customers to use their iPhone as a webcam. The iPhone Mount with MagSafe is perfect for hands-free streaming or chatting, and complements video conferencing apps like FaceTime, and innovative Continuity Camera features like Desk View that come with macOS Ventura.
“Belkin designs beautiful peripherals and innovative accessories for Apple’s incredible lineup of products, and the new iPhone Mount with MagSafe is the latest example,” said Steve Malony, CEO, Belkin International, in a statement. “Continuity Camera is an incredible feature in macOS Ventura, and we are confident that our premium quality, materials engineering, and industrial design will make the experience for Mac and iPhone users even better.”
Available in two options for Mac laptops and Mac desktops and displays, the iPhone Mount with MagSafe allows users to magnetically attach iPhone to a Mac and use its powerful camera system as a webcam. Both mounts allow iPhone to stay securely in portrait or landscape orientations. Premium finishes and bold design complement the elegant Mac and iPhone aesthetic. In addition, the versatile iPhone Mount with MagSafe for Mac laptops is built with a ring grip for on-the-go usage, or as a convenient kickstand. The robust iPhone Mount with MagSafe for Mac desktops and displays supports adjustable viewing angles from vertical to 25 degrees downward tilt.
Product features:
• Holds iPhone securely in place for hands-free streaming or chatting in portrait or landscape orientations
• Attaches and detaches to Mac with no special tools required
• Keeps Mac safe from scratches and doesn’t interfere with everyday functions
• Premium finishes and durable design complement Mac and iPhone setup
MacDailyNews Note: The iPhone Mount with MagSafe for Mac laptops is now available to order for $29.95 via apple.com and select Apple Store locations worldwide. The iPhone Mount with MagSafe for Mac desktops and displays will be coming soon.
How to use Continuity Camera on your Mac here.
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I’m confused, MacBooks have cameras. Why is this a thing?
And if I did want to use my phone as a camera, I’d want to use the front camera so I could see the screen while presenting.
Because even the newest macs (M2 MBA) have lousy cameras compared to the backside camera of a recent iPhone. You can see what you look like on the computer screen, so you don’t need to use the frontside camera of the iPhone.
Personally, I plan to try just propping my phone on the keyboard section of the computer, resting against the display. It will block a small amount of the screen, but it’ll put the camera closer to where I’m looking. Also, 25 bucks is a bit steep! I’m sure copycats will emerge before long, at half the price.