Turn your iPhone into a webcam for the Nintendo Switch 2 and GameChat. Easy setup, low cost—no official camera required!
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Use Your iPhone as a Webcam for Nintendo Switch 2 How to Use Your iPhone as a Webcam for Nintendo Switch 2 Wondering if you can use your iPhone as a webcam for the Nintendo Switch 2? Good news—yes, you can! With the launch of GameChat, Nintendo's new social feature that supports real-time video chat for up to 12 players across different games, webcam functionality is more important than ever. While Nintendo offers an official Switch 2 Camera accessory that connects via USB-C, many users are looking for cheaper and more convenient alternatives. That’s where your iPhone comes in—it not only works as a webcam, but it can also outperform the official camera in clarity and convenience. Image : Google YouTuber Niles Mitchell recently shared a straightforward tutorial demonstrating how to connect an iPhone to the Switch 2 using affordable hardware. To replicate the setup, you'll need two simple components: a HDMI to USB-C cable and an HDMI converter adapter . Together, these cost roughly $30 and ar…