Video Apps Supporting Continuity Camera in macOS 13

Apple introduced Continuity Camera in macOS 13 Ventura, allowing users to wirelessly use their iPhone as a high-definition webcam. Because the feature is integrated at the system level via macOS's native AVFoundation framework, the iPhone is recognized as a standard external camera across the operating system. Consequently, nearly all major video conferencing applications natively support Continuity Camera, enabling advanced video effects like Center Stage, Studio Light, Portrait Mode, and Desk View directly within calls.

Native Video Conferencing Apps

The following video conferencing platforms fully support Continuity Camera natively without requiring third-party drivers or plugins:

  • FaceTime: As Apple’s native video calling app, FaceTime offers the deepest integration, automatically switching to the iPhone camera when positioned nearby in landscape orientation and mounted properly.
  • Zoom: Zoom natively detects the iPhone as an available video and audio source in its settings menu. Users can select it directly under Settings > Video > Camera.
  • Microsoft Teams: Both the desktop client and web versions recognize the iPhone camera immediately. Users can switch to the iPhone via the pre-join screen or during a meeting under device settings.
  • Cisco Webex: Webex automatically lists the connected iPhone alongside built-in and external webcams in its audio and video preferences.
  • Google Meet: Running inside native browsers such as Safari, Google Chrome, and Microsoft Edge, Google Meet utilizes standard WebRTC protocols to access Continuity Camera from the in-call video settings.
  • Slack: Video calls and Slack Huddles support the feature natively; users can select the iPhone from the camera dropdown menu before or during a huddle.
  • Skype: Skype natively identifies the camera feed in its audio and video setup menu.

macOS Video Effects and Controls

When using any natively supported video conferencing app, macOS handles processing directly through the Video Effects panel in the macOS menu bar (Control Center). Regardless of the app chosen, users can enable:

  • Center Stage: Keeps the user centered in the frame as they move.
  • Portrait Mode: Blurs the background natively using the iPhone's camera hardware.
  • Studio Light: Dims the background and illuminates the face using artificial lighting effects.
  • Desk View: Simultaneously shows the user’s face and an overhead view of their desk using the iPhone’s Ultra Wide lens.

System Requirements for Native Support

To ensure these applications recognize Continuity Camera natively, devices must meet the following baseline requirements:

  • A Mac running macOS 13 Ventura or later.
  • An iPhone XR or later running iOS 16 or later (Center Stage and Desk View require an iPhone 11 or later; Studio Light requires an iPhone 12 or later).
  • Both devices must be signed in to the same Apple ID with Two-Factor Authentication enabled.
  • Wi-Fi and Bluetooth must be turned on for both devices.