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New Delhi: Google has officially released its latest application called Desktop Camera. This application is currently available on the Google Play Store with little explanation from Google, which suggests that it may be meant for the latest category of devices that are yet to launch. Desktop Camera is a simple camera application intended for large-screen devices. Google’s description has provided little detail, stating only never miss a moment with the Desktop Camera, without explaining supported devices or features.
Google has also shared a screenshot on the Google Play Store showing the simple interface. The application also includes a shutter button, a photo and video mode toggle, and a small settings menu. The layout looks like a stripped-down version of the camera application found on Pixel phones, but it has adapted for use on the larger display rather than handheld devices. The application might be intended for Android-powered PCs. Google has previously stated that Android PCs are expected to arrive later this year, and a basic camera application would make sense as part of a desktop-style Android experience. The application is not designed for phones or tablets, further supporting this possibility.
The interface shown in the application screenshots closely resembles ChromeOS. The placement of the application drawer, quick settings, and system icons is similar to what is seen on a Chromebook. Some usual elements, such as the file manager in the bottom dock, are missing. This also suggests that it could be a newer version of Android’s desktop interface than the one seen earlier in January, with the absence of the visible status bar standing out as a key difference.
Desktop Camera is not compatible with Android phones, tablets, or Chromebooks, all of which are marked as unsupported on the Play Store. The application is intended for Android PCs or devices running the latest desktop version of Android that has not yet been released.
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