The famous filter application, “Snapchat”, revealed the new “dual camera” feature for iOS users, which allows users to record content using front and back shots simultaneously.
The American company, “Snap”, the manufacturer of cameras and lenses, and the owner of the filters application, said that it had introduced the “Dual Camera” feature as a new way to allow its users to “capture two scenes (two situations)” at the same time.
The company added in a post that the new feature will allow people to use both front and rear cameras at the same time to take photos and videos, noting that the Snapchat camera has become one of the most used cameras in the world.
The company explained that the “dual camera” feature comes with four modes, where users of the digital application can use creative tools, such as music, stickers and lenses, to create content.
The company confirmed that the feature was launched globally, yesterday, Monday, on the “iOS” system, noting that it will be made available for the “Android” operating system in the next few months.
According to the American company’s publication, “iPhone” models, including “iPhone XS”, “XS Max”, “XR”, “11 Pro”, “11 Pro Max”, “SE”, “12 Pro” and “12 Pro”, will receive Pro Max”, will initially support the new feature, to be expanded to newer models within weeks.
To explain the new feature, the company said in its post to the user: “For example, you are watching a football match with your friends. Earlier, you could either record what was happening on the TV or your reaction on the app. But with the dual camera, you can record what is happening on the TV and your reaction at the same time.”
And how to use the dual camera, the user opens the “Snapchat” application to see a new icon in the camera toolbar. To start the “dual camera” the user opens the camera screen and presses the dual camera icon in the camera toolbar, then try different modes before capturing the clip.
The Dual Camera feature comes with four modes including Portrait, Landscape, Picture in Picture and Crop, where users can also add music, stickers and lenses in their Snaps.
With one simple click, you can now start creating clips, stories or more Spotlight videos, with a multiplier perspective. The dual camera is a creative way for our community to capture exciting moments, like a walk at a music festival, or everyday moments like culinary adventures in the kitchen.”
To promote the new feature, Snap announced a reward program for Spotlight creators, where eligible Snapchat users who create the best Snaps will receive “millions of dollars.” “Share what you make with the dual camera on Spotlight,” the company said.