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Is your feature request related to a problem? Please describe.
I'm developing live streaming systems for video calls on Android devices, and I've encountered a significant limitation. Currently, Chrome for Android does not support UVC (USB Video Class) devices. This means web applications cannot access external USB cameras connected to Android devices. This limitation hampers the ability to use high-quality external cameras for video calls and live streaming within web applications, which is essential for projects requiring better video quality than what built-in cameras offer.
Describe the solution you'd like
I would like Chrome for Android to implement support for UVC devices. By enabling web applications to access external USB cameras through the browser, developers could create richer, more versatile video applications. This feature would allow for high-quality live streaming and video conferencing directly from the browser, leveraging the capabilities of external cameras without the need for native applications.
Describe alternatives you've considered
Alternatives I've considered include developing native Android apps to access UVC devices. However, this approach sacrifices the convenience and cross-platform compatibility of web applications. I've also looked into using other browsers or platforms that might offer UVC support, but this fragments the user experience and limits the reach of web-based solutions.
Additional context
Supporting UVC devices in Chrome for Android would align the mobile browser's capabilities with those of the desktop version, where external cameras are accessible via the WebRTC getUserMedia API. This enhancement would be invaluable for developers in fields like broadcasting, telemedicine, and professional live streaming, where high-quality video input is crucial. It would empower us to deliver superior user experiences directly through web applications on Android devices.
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Is your feature request related to a problem? Please describe.
I'm developing live streaming systems for video calls on Android devices, and I've encountered a significant limitation. Currently, Chrome for Android does not support UVC (USB Video Class) devices. This means web applications cannot access external USB cameras connected to Android devices. This limitation hampers the ability to use high-quality external cameras for video calls and live streaming within web applications, which is essential for projects requiring better video quality than what built-in cameras offer.
Describe the solution you'd like
I would like Chrome for Android to implement support for UVC devices. By enabling web applications to access external USB cameras through the browser, developers could create richer, more versatile video applications. This feature would allow for high-quality live streaming and video conferencing directly from the browser, leveraging the capabilities of external cameras without the need for native applications.
Describe alternatives you've considered
Alternatives I've considered include developing native Android apps to access UVC devices. However, this approach sacrifices the convenience and cross-platform compatibility of web applications. I've also looked into using other browsers or platforms that might offer UVC support, but this fragments the user experience and limits the reach of web-based solutions.
Additional context
Supporting UVC devices in Chrome for Android would align the mobile browser's capabilities with those of the desktop version, where external cameras are accessible via the WebRTC getUserMedia API. This enhancement would be invaluable for developers in fields like broadcasting, telemedicine, and professional live streaming, where high-quality video input is crucial. It would empower us to deliver superior user experiences directly through web applications on Android devices.
The text was updated successfully, but these errors were encountered: