I finally turned my discarded Android phone into the PC accessory I always wanted
I never got a webcam for my PC, but it turns out that I didn't need to
The author expresses their satisfaction with repurposing an old Android phone as a webcam for their PC. They highlight the simplicity of the process, using just a free app on both the phone and PC. The phone's 50MP sensor proved to be sufficient for decent video calls. The author contrasts this solution with buying a dedicated webcam, which they considered unnecessary given the capabilities of the old phone.
They also note the environmental benefits of reusing the phone instead of adding it to electronic waste. The author concludes by encouraging others to consider reusing their old devices for similar hacks, rather than purchasing new hardware.
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