How you can use old mobile device as a free security camera

If upgrading to one of the best smartphones, it doesn’t mean that your old device is destined for the spare drawer. Instead of getting dust on the smartphone, why not repurpose it as a makeshift security camera?

In this guide, Gadinsider has given you a step-by-step process of how to give your old smartphone a new purpose in safeguarding your home.

How to use old smartphone as a free security camera

Ensure your old phone is secure.

Before using your old phone as a security camera, clear all the personal data by resetting it and keep its software updated to maintain security.

Select a security camera app.

Install a security camera app on both your old and new phones. There are multiple apps out there.

Set up the app

Download the security app on your old smartphone and current phone. To simplify things, you can connect them by scanning a QR code. The devices would be automatically connected.

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Set Camera and Viewer roles.

Ensure, the old device is set to Camera, and your current phone to Viewer. You can replace this by tapping at the top of the screen and selecting from the drop-down menu.

Position your new security camera.

Select a strategic location for your makeshift security camera. Consider entry points, valuable storage areas, or other vulnerable spots in your home.

Adjust settings

Fine-tune your security camera settings, like toggling on motion detection sensitivity and notifications, to best suit your needs.

Start Monitoring

If needed, you can mount your mobile device utilising a tripod or car mount to position your old phone.