I'm excited to announce the release of SpyScope, a new iOS app that transforms your iPhone into a professional live streaming camera server.
The Problem
Setting up a reliable video stream shouldn't require expensive equipment, complex server configurations, or trusting third-party cloud services with your footage. Whether you need a quick security camera, a baby monitor, or a secondary camera angle for content creation, the existing solutions are either overpriced, privacy-invasive, or unnecessarily complicated.
The Solution
SpyScope takes a different approach. It turns any iPhone into a high-quality streaming server that broadcasts directly to browsers on your local network. No cloud. No accounts. No subscriptions.
Key features include:
- 4K HLS Streaming — Broadcast crystal-clear video up to 4K resolution
- Local Network Only — Your video never leaves your network or touches external servers
- Zero Data Collection — Privacy-first design with no analytics or tracking
- Dual Camera Support — Switch between front and rear cameras on the fly
- Built-in Flashlight — Illuminate low-light environments directly from the app
- Intelligent Storage — Optimized to minimize storage impact on your device
How It Works
Launch SpyScope, and it immediately starts an HLS server on your iPhone. Open any browser on your local network, navigate to the provided URL, and you're streaming. It's that simple.
The app leverages Apple's AVFoundation framework for camera access and implements a lightweight HTTP server to deliver the HLS stream. Everything runs locally, ensuring minimal latency and maximum privacy.
Why Local-Only?
In an era where every app wants to upload your data to the cloud, SpyScope deliberately stays offline. Your footage is yours. Period. This makes it ideal for sensitive use cases where privacy is non-negotiable.
Get SpyScope
SpyScope is completely free and available now on the App Store. It requires iOS 18.0 or later.
I'd love to hear your feedback. If you find SpyScope useful, consider leaving a review on the App Store.
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