Overview
- The Verge verified that a Pixel 9 Pro functioned as the Switch 2 camera over a single USB-C connection after switching the phone to Webcam mode.
- At launch the console did not recognize Pixel devices as USB webcams, but recent reports indicate the capability has started working.
- To use a phone as the camera, users connect via USB-C and enable UVC or webcam mode in the Android USB settings.
- Neither Nintendo nor Google has announced the change or clarified which updates, models, or OS versions are supported.
- Using a Pixel in this way offers a portable alternative to carrying a dedicated webcam for GameChat when traveling.