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Image AI Generated  Microsoft's Phone Link, formerly Your Phone, is paving the way for an innovative solution: using Android smartphones as webcams for PCs. This advancement eliminates the need for an additional webcam, utilizing the smartphone's existing capabilities. The feature, currently in development, could offer various effects for video calls, including blur, retouching, HDR, and modes for low light situations, along with alerts to prevent device overheating. The compatibility of this function may be exclusive to devices integrating "Link to Windows" as a system app, potentially limited to recent Samsung Galaxy and OnePlus 11 models. Unfortunately, iOS users might miss out on this innovation. The advantages of using a smartphone as a webcam include superior image quality, portability, flexibility in positioning, additional features and effects, cost savings, wireless connectivity, and the potential for continuous improvements through software updates. This app

As the world has become increasingly reliant on technology, it is no surprise that the use of mobile phones has become widespread, especially amongst the youth. While it is undeniable that smartphones have improved the way we carry out our everyday lives, continual and prolonged usage of these devices can cause serious adverse health and behavioural effects. This essay will discuss the potential dangers associated with mobile phones, and why they could be seen as a disaster for today’s youth. Photo by Jonas Leupe on Unsplash The first and perhaps the most significant danger posed by mobile phones is that of sleep deprivation. Numerous studies have shown that using a mobile device within thirty minutes of bedtime can disrupt the body’s natural sleep cycle , leading to longer hours of sleep, feeling groggy during the day, and an overall decrease in mental wellbeing. Although mobile phones could allow for longer periods of study and leisure activities, this is offset by the lack of qual