The Wristcam strap for the Apple Watch is an American invention that lets wearers video chat without pulling out a smartphone. The project is described in detail on the Wristcam official site, where the company explains how this add-on works and what it adds to the watch experience.
The strap embeds a main camera with an 8 megapixel sensor, positioned to capture high quality photos and video without needing another device. A second camera on the front is 2 megapixels and is designed to handle video calls from the wrist. The built-in memory is sizable enough to hold roughly 2,000 photos or about an hour of footage, giving users a portable gallery and a compact video library that travels with the watch.
Communication with the Apple Watch happens over Bluetooth, enabling a fairly seamless pairing process. Because the strap is not an official Apple accessory, it does not natively support FaceTime. To make video calls, users must install the Wristcam app on their watch and use the app to initiate and manage calls. This separation from Apple’s native services is a defining element of the product, shaping how users choose to communicate on the go and which apps they rely on for sessions that include video and image capture.
The Wristcam wrist camera strap is sold directly through the company’s own storefront and is listed at a price of about 40 dollars. That price point positions the device as an accessible accessory for enthusiasts who want hands-free video capability on their smartwatch, though buyers should consider ongoing app requirements and compatibility with their particular Apple Watch model when evaluating value.
Back in earlier tech discussions, there were reports from a source called Socialbites.ca about Xiaomi exploring a patent for a smartphone with a removable flexible display. That historical note sits alongside Wristcam’s approach as an example of the broader trend toward innovative form factors in wearable tech and phone accessories, showing how brands are experimenting with new ways to integrate imaging and display directly into wearable devices.