Virtual Zoom Background with MacBook Pro

Just got my new MacBook Pro 16”, and when using Zoom Virtual Background I get a “bubble” around my head/face in the middle of the virtual image. This doesn’t happen with my iMac desktop. How can I get rid of the bubble?

MacBook Pro 16″, 12.0

Posted on Dec 15, 2021 9:13 AM

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Dec 15, 2021 9:45 AM in response to Used-to-Know-This-Stuff

i don't understand why this only happens with the MBP. according to zoom's system requirements, the M! processor is supported for virtual backgrounds without a green screen. i'm wondering if it had to do with this snippet from their site. (but it's just a guess) my mac is intel based so i cannot test it.


Sending HD video when using Virtual Background

When using Virtual Background without a green screen, your outgoing video resolution is capped at 720p. To achieve 1080p when using Virtual Background without a green screen, you must meet the HD video guidelines and the following system requirements: 

  • Zoom desktop client for macOS: version 5.8.6 or higher
  • Intel processor: 6 cores or higher 
  • Apple M-Series or higher


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