Camera Pro - Remote Control for Samsung Watch 5.3.0

Remote shutter app for Samsung Watch

Camera Pro - Remote Control for Samsung Watchis a premiumphotographyapplication developed by SmartWatch Studios. Thiscamera apptoolwas created specifically to be used withSamsung's line of smartwatches. It lets users turn their wearables into aremote shutter and viewfinderfor their smartphone cameras.

With Camera Pro, users can essentially take anySamsung Cameraapp, and be able totake photos and videoswith them using their compatible Samsung smartwatch, paired with specificSamsung Galaxy smartphonemodels. A live view of the camera app can also bemirrored onto their wearablesfor their reference.

How does it work?

When it comes to smartwatches,Apple Watchis pretty much the gold standard in the industry today. Over to the Android side of things, the closest things that users can get to an equivalent is Samsung's line ofGalaxy and Gear watches. They provide plenty of features and added functionality that complements smartphones. Camara Pro - Remote Control for Samsung Watch is one such example.

First, have Camera Pro installed on your Galaxy smartphone, and its companion app from the Samsung Galaxy Apps store on your Galaxy or Gear wearable. Aside from photo and video buttons, there are buttons for switching between front or back cameras, as well as toggling flash on and off. You can also use the bezel for zooming or changing brightness levels. Tap the center of the screen to focus.

Lastly, the settings button will let you changewhite balance, toggleHDR, and a few other options. Be aware, though, that this app iscompatible with specific modelsonly. The list can be found on the official app page. Performance-wise, the live image on the watch itself islow resolution. Also, itoften crashesupon opening. Other times, it wouldfreeze during video recordings.

Great concept, poor execution

In conclusion, Camera Pro - Remote Control for Samsung Watch is a great concept that takes advantage of the power and convenience of Samsung's smartwatches. Itsexecution leaves a lot to be desired, though. Considering it's a paid application, it ishard to recommendit until its many major issues are resolved. You would be better off looking for other solutions elsewhere.