Blackmagic Design has released Update 3.4 for its Blackmagic Camera app for Android, introducing professional-grade features including 4K HDMI video output with audio support, WearOS integration, and REST API remote control. The free update, available via the Google Play Store, also adds continuous recording, support for Blackmagic Focus and Zoom demands, and improved proxy clip management.
Expanding Android Capabilities with Update 3.4
New Remote Control and Workflow Features
The introduction of a REST API allows developers and professional crews to integrate the camera app into custom remote-control ecosystems.
Other functional updates include:
- Continuous Recording: Users can now pause recording, a feature that simplifies long-form content creation by maintaining a single file structure.
- Hardware Support: The app now recognizes Blackmagic Focus and Zoom demands, bridging the gap between mobile software and dedicated cinema hardware.
- Proxy Clip Management: Improved tools to handle lighter-weight proxy files, essential for mobile editors working on tight deadlines.
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Did you know?
The Blackmagic Camera app remains free for all users, regardless of the Android device model, provided it meets the minimum operating system requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the Blackmagic Camera app free for Android?
- Yes, Blackmagic Design provides the app free of charge on the Google Play Store.
- Can I use my smartwatch to control the camera?
- Yes, Update 3.4 introduces a companion app for WearOS devices, allowing for remote start and stop functionality.
- Does the app support external hardware like Focus demands?
- Yes, the latest update includes specific support for Blackmagic Focus and Zoom demands.
- Does 4K HDMI output include audio?
- Yes, Blackmagic Design confirmed that the 4K HDMI output in Update 3.4 supports both video and audio signal transmission.
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