Chapter 10. Camera and Microphone Support

In this chapter, we will cover:

  • Saving to the camera roll
  • Reading from the camera roll
  • Capturing with the default camera app
  • Working with the built-in cameras
  • Recording microphone audio
  • Playing recorded audio

Introduction

The camera and microphone are possibly the two most popular sensors built into iOS devices. In fact, iPhone owners rely on the microphone on a daily basis when making calls. Those who use Apple's FaceTime depend on both the microphone and the camera to keep in touch. And of course, everyone has taken a photo or shot a video from time-to-time.

Developers are finding increasingly sophisticated uses for both sensors that extend far beyond the functionality provided by Apple's pre-installed applications. ...

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