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Building a device to hold your phone on your back with a camera capturing your POV is a fun DIY project! Here’s a step-by-step guide using parts you can find at Home Depot, Walmart, or Tractor Supply:

 

### Materials Needed:

1. **Phone Mount**: A sturdy phone mount (like a tripod mount) that can be attached to a hat or harness.

2. **Hat or Harness**: A hat with a firm bill (like a trucker hat) or a chest harness.

3. **Paracord or Elastic Strap**: To secure the phone mount to the hat or harness.

4. **Screws and Bolts**: To attach the phone mount to the hat or harness.

5. **Tools**: Screwdriver, scissors, and possibly a drill.

 

### Steps:

1. **Attach the Phone Mount to the Hat or Harness**:

– If using a hat, attach the phone mount to the bill using screws and bolts. Ensure it’s secure and won’t move around.

– If using a harness, attach the phone mount to the chest area using screws and bolts.

 

2. **Secure the Phone Mount**:

– Use paracord or an elastic strap to add extra security. Wrap the strap around the phone mount and the hat or harness, tying it tightly.

 

3. **Position the Phone**:

– Place your phone in the mount, ensuring it’s angled correctly to capture your POV. Adjust the position so the camera points in the right direction.

 

4. **Test the Setup**:

– Put on the hat or harness and test the setup to make sure the phone stays in place and captures the desired view. Make any necessary adjustments.

 

5. **Optional Enhancements**:

– Add padding to the mount for extra comfort.

– Use a wide-angle lens attachment for a broader view.

 

### Learning Resources:

– **YouTube Tutorials**: Search for DIY POV camera mounts to watch step-by-step videos.

– **Online Forums**: Join DIY and tech forums for tips and advice from other enthusiasts.

 

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    ### What You’ll Need:
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    ### Steps:
    1. **Connect the Webcam**: Plug the USB webcam into the OTG adapter using the USB cable[43dcd9a7-70db-4a1f-b0ae-981daa162054](https://en.androidguias.com/how-to-connect-usb-webcam-to-android-phone/?citationMarker=43dcd9a7-70db-4a1f-b0ae-981daa162054 “2”).
    2. **Attach to Phone**: Connect the OTG adapter to your Android phone[43dcd9a7-70db-4a1f-b0ae-981daa162054](https://en.androidguias.com/how-to-connect-usb-webcam-to-android-phone/?citationMarker=43dcd9a7-70db-4a1f-b0ae-981daa162054 “2”).
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    ### Live Streaming:
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    Would you like more details on any specific step or app?

  2. But will Twitter or YouTube live or twitch live detect the external camera you know what I could just use the security camera app and then broadcast the screen right just like I was doing on the iPad before it broke

    Yes, you can use a security camera app to broadcast your screen, but it might not give you the same experience as using an external camera directly[43dcd9a7-70db-4a1f-b0ae-981daa162054](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YVmlPvEioMA&citationMarker=43dcd9a7-70db-4a1f-b0ae-981daa162054 “1”). Here’s a quick rundown:

    ### Twitter Live:
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    ### YouTube Live:
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    ### Twitch Live:
    Twitch also supports external cameras, and you can use software like OBS to stream the external camera feed directly[43dcd9a7-70db-4a1f-b0ae-981daa162054](https://nexttools.net/how-to-enable-webcam-on-twitch/?citationMarker=43dcd9a7-70db-4a1f-b0ae-981daa162054 “5”). This setup would give you a more professional and engaging live stream experience[43dcd9a7-70db-4a1f-b0ae-981daa162054](https://nexttools.net/how-to-enable-webcam-on-twitch/?citationMarker=43dcd9a7-70db-4a1f-b0ae-981daa162054 “5”).

    Would you like more detailed instructions on setting up an external camera for YouTube or Twitch?

  3. But will Twitter or YouTube live or twitch live detect the external camera you know what I could just use the security camera app and then broadcast the screen right just like I was doing on the iPad before it broke

    Yes, you can use a security camera app to broadcast your screen, but it might not give you the same experience as using an external camera directly[43dcd9a7-70db-4a1f-b0ae-981daa162054](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YVmlPvEioMA&citationMarker=43dcd9a7-70db-4a1f-b0ae-981daa162054 “1”). Here’s a quick rundown:

    ### Twitter Live:
    Twitter doesn’t natively support external cameras for live streaming[43dcd9a7-70db-4a1f-b0ae-981daa162054](https://bing.com/search?q=Twitter+live+external+camera+support&citationMarker=43dcd9a7-70db-4a1f-b0ae-981daa162054 “2”). You would need to use a screen recording app to broadcast your screen, but this won’t capture the external camera feed directly[43dcd9a7-70db-4a1f-b0ae-981daa162054](https://bing.com/search?q=Twitter+live+external+camera+support&citationMarker=43dcd9a7-70db-4a1f-b0ae-981daa162054 “2”).

    ### YouTube Live:
    YouTube does support external cameras, but you would need to use a capture card or software like OBS to stream the external camera feed[43dcd9a7-70db-4a1f-b0ae-981daa162054](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_hyaWqZEEDI&citationMarker=43dcd9a7-70db-4a1f-b0ae-981daa162054 “3”)[43dcd9a7-70db-4a1f-b0ae-981daa162054](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=icFbRmNcbsY&citationMarker=43dcd9a7-70db-4a1f-b0ae-981daa162054 “4”). You can then broadcast this feed to YouTube[43dcd9a7-70db-4a1f-b0ae-981daa162054](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=icFbRmNcbsY&citationMarker=43dcd9a7-70db-4a1f-b0ae-981daa162054 “4”).

    ### Twitch Live:
    Twitch also supports external cameras, and you can use software like OBS to stream the external camera feed directly[43dcd9a7-70db-4a1f-b0ae-981daa162054](https://nexttools.net/how-to-enable-webcam-on-twitch/?citationMarker=43dcd9a7-70db-4a1f-b0ae-981daa162054 “5”). This setup would give you a more professional and engaging live stream experience[43dcd9a7-70db-4a1f-b0ae-981daa162054](https://nexttools.net/how-to-enable-webcam-on-twitch/?citationMarker=43dcd9a7-70db-4a1f-b0ae-981daa162054 “5”).

    Would you like more detailed instructions on setting up an external camera for YouTube or Twitch?

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