Lost the function to use iphone as video camera

[Mr_Rightside]

I am currently unable to use my iPhone as a video camera with Zoom on my Mac mini. This setup was working fine until a few days ago. Now, Zoom no longer recognizes my iPhone via Continuity Camera.

I understand this may be related to Apple's Continuity Camera functionality.  Interestingly, when I connect my iPhone via USB, Zoom does recognize it—but it only accesses the front-facing (rear) camera. Ideally, I would like it to use the selfie (front-facing) camera instead.

Both my Mac mini and iPhone are updated to the latest OS versions, and I have tried restarting both devices, reconnecting them, and reinstalling Zoom, but the issue persists.  

Does anyone know what might be causing this?

[ExpertswhoJohn]

Hi @Mr_Rightside 

As a Mac user myself, I cannot blame Mac directly.

I would look at the Mac's security and accessibility settings to ensure you have access.
I too often get issues, especially when MNAC updates.

All the best

John

[Petethefeet]

Hi, this may be too late to help the OP, but I had the same problem with a brand new MacMini M4 and a new installation of Zoom, even though both iPhone and MacMini had been updated to latest OS versions. This did not recognise my iPhone 12 Pro as a webcam despite it being set up as a continuity camera in Settings. I connected the iPhone to my MacMini via a Lightning cable and Zoom immediately recognised it. I then disconnected the iPhone Lightning cable from the MacMini and Zoom kept the connection going wirelessly. It also offered front and rear camera options. Hope this helps.