While Samsung has added a ton of camera improvements to the Galaxy S26 series, there’s one that most of us missed out on first. As highlighted by Android Authority, the Galaxy S26 series also supports a native USB webcam mode, allowing users to connect their phone to a computer and use its camera as a webcam.
SamsungThis isn’t entirely new to Android, though. Google first introduced this feature with Android 14 QPR1 on Pixel devices, and Samsung is now bringing it to its flagship lineup.
How does it actually work?
It’s refreshingly simple. All you need to do is plug your Galaxy S26 into a PC using a USB cable, and the phone will give you an option to switch to webcam mode. Once enabled, your computer recognizes the phone as a camera. No extra apps, drivers, or hacks required.
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