M1 13” MacBook Pro Webcam Flickering

Hi guys! I just got the new M1 MacBook Pro and realised my webcam doesn’t stop flickering. I tried Skype, FaceTime, WhatsApp, Photobooth.. I updated the MacOS and restarted it and it didn’t change. I’m a bit worried because I got a lot of video meetings on my daily basis and even though I see others perfectly fine, they see me in a constant flickering image. Has anyone else had the same problem? Or still has? Any ideas on what might work? Thank you so much in advance!

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Posted on Nov 21, 2020 1:23 PM

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sles5

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Posted on Dec 29, 2020 4:55 AM

Workaround:

install OBS (https://obsproject.com/download)
create virtual camera (Sources - Add - Video Capture Device, choose your webcam)
untick "use preset" and adjust fps on that virtual camera from default to another level, use appropriate fps when you see no flicker on the video (for me it was ok to change to 25 fps)
start virtual camera
you can now minimize the OBS window

As a result, when OBS application is active it changes fps setting on your webcam. So, simply use your regular webcam in Zoom - NO FLICKERING. In Zoom (or another app) in preferences you can choose either physical webcam or virtual one, all will be flicker-free.

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Dec 12, 2020 10:30 AM in response to joaoriomartins

I have the same problem as well!

Dec 12, 2020 1:58 PM in response to zeGenius

I do not understand why we haven’t got an answer from Apple yet .

Dec 14, 2020 1:35 AM in response to modche

Thanks Modche! Excellent news! Will wait for the update to come out :-)

ikarmax

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Dec 14, 2020 4:13 AM in response to modche

Are you sure? I have installed the RC too but the problem still remain.

modche

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Dec 14, 2020 4:48 AM in response to ikarmax

Hmm, I don`t know, here it is now OK (in PhotoBooth, Zoom, OBS), but I am on a MBA not MBP.

Dec 14, 2020 5:51 AM in response to joaoriomartins

I JUST GOT MACBOOK PRO 13 INCH M1 SAME WEBCAM IS FLICKERING

40DOMI

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Dec 15, 2020 12:38 PM in response to ikarmax

You’ve tried all the cheap brands then?

Dec 27, 2020 4:37 AM in response to TrivialAverage

See my response below. I've had a long chat with support this morning. Really hope they start taking it seriously soon.

40DOMI

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Dec 28, 2020 3:36 AM in response to vloban

I changed mine as well and the problem is still there. Which LED bulbs did you change to?

40DOMI

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Dec 29, 2020 8:14 AM in response to sles5

I have followed your instructions, but when the OBS is active and minimised my can't make or receive calls through Face Time...what am I doing wrong? any suggestions?

40DOMI

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Dec 29, 2020 9:10 AM in response to zeGenius

I have followed your instructions, but when the OBS is active and minimised I can't make or receive calls through Face Time...what am I doing wrong? any suggestions?

40DOMI

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Dec 29, 2020 9:37 AM in response to sles5

Thank You

audia

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Dec 30, 2020 11:34 AM in response to joaoriomartins

I have sam problem got my new macbook air M1 a few days ago and I need my camera for online teaching?????Hey Apple where are you ..

audia

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Dec 30, 2020 11:36 AM in response to SnickZ.

No the flickering is also on the video in Photo Booth. .. what now?

audia

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Dec 31, 2020 11:43 PM in response to 40DOMI

maybe you could explain what FPS and OBS is ..thanks

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