Background Camera

Background Camera

OS : android Size : 18.36 MBVersion : 4.3.2

Updated : December 8, 2025

appIntroduction

Background Camera: Seamless Covert Recording Utility

The Background Camera is a specialized mobile utility application designed for discreet photo capture and video recording. It operates entirely in the background, allowing users to seamlessly document their surroundings without any on-screen preview or interface. The primary appeal of the Background Camera is its ability to function covertly, making it a unique tool for situations where overt recording is impractical or undesirable. Users can initiate recording, lock their device, and continue capturing content without interruption.

Setting a Floating Quick-Access Button

The application provides a floating, always-on-top widget that users can place anywhere on their screen for instant access. To use this, you first enable the overlay permission for the Background Camera within your device settings. Once activated, a small, semi-transparent icon remains visible over other apps. Tapping this floating button instantly initiates a photo or video recording based on your preset configuration, allowing for rapid capture without needing to open the main Background Camera application, streamlining the entire process.

Establishing a Secure Application Password

To enhance the covert nature of the tool, the Background Camera includes a robust security feature: a dedicated passcode lock. Users navigate to the app's security settings to set a numeric password. Once enabled, this password is required every time the main application is launched. This prevents unauthorized individuals from accessing your recorded media library or changing the settings within the Background Camera, ensuring that your content and the app's functionality remain private and secure from prying eyes.

Adjusting Video Resolution and Frame Rate

Users have full control over their recording output through comprehensive video settings. Within the Background Camera settings menu, you can select the desired resolution (e.g., HD, Full HD) and frame rate (e.g., 30fps, 60fps) to balance between video quality and file size. This allows you to tailor recordings for specific needs, whether you require high-definition clarity or longer recording times with smaller files. These adjustments ensure the Background Camera delivers the precise results you need for any given scenario.

Initiating Stealth Mode with Black Screen

The defining feature of the Background Camera is its ability to record with the screen off. After starting a recording session from the main interface or the floating widget, you simply press your device's power button to turn off the screen. The Background Camera continues recording audio and video in the background without any visual indication on the black screen. This complete stealth mode is the core utility of the app, allowing for truly discreet operation without drawing any attention to the recording process.

Applying a Custom Launcher Icon for Discretion

To further maintain a low profile, the Background Camera allows users to change its app icon on the device's home screen. Within the app's customization settings, you can choose from a selection of icons that mimic other common utilities, such as a compass, calculator, or settings icon. This clever disguising feature helps the Background Camera blend in with your other apps, making it virtually undetectable to anyone casually browsing your phone, thereby protecting its purpose.

Placing Direct Capture Shortcuts on Home Screen

For the fastest possible access, you can create direct shortcut widgets on your home screen. The Background Camera lets you add these shortcuts, which are configured to immediately begin recording with a single tap. You long-press on your home screen, select widgets, and choose the specific Background Camera shortcut action. This bypasses the need to unlock the app entirely, providing a one-touch solution to start capturing content instantly, which is crucial for recording time-sensitive events.

Key Features

  Background recording with screen-off capability.

  Customizable video resolution and frame rate settings.

  Floating quick-access button for instant capture.

  App icon disguise for enhanced stealth.

  Password protection for securing the application.

  Home screen shortcuts for one-tap recording.

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appInformation
  • Owner : Weixi Inc.
  • System : android
  • Category : Photography
  • Update Time : December 8, 2025
  • Version : 4.3.2
  • Package ID : com.weixikeji.secretshoot.googleV2
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