Hello World!
Before I place the following link on the first page and replace the existing 7.4 GCam release, I'd like a few people to test this 8.1 GCam backup, which includes the apk installation + all settings and tweaks applied to it.
Why not just include apk and an xml file separately? Simply because this apk is still under development and the dev, BSG, does not allow for the xml import/export function, yet.
So I had to go for a backup of my app + settings through an app called Swift Backup, which some of you probably already know, and you can then restore my data through the app.
** You Need ROOT (only for Swift Backup to work) **
Instructions are not that hard:
// Prerequisite => Make sure you delete any existing GCAM snapcam release you installed on your device before you proceed further! \\
1) Download Swift Backup on Play Store and start it once, grant root if asked, then exit the app. (the app folder and subfolders will be created).
2) Download my backup (
https://easyupload.io/9gdmxz ); using password NiCkAM8PRO
3) Extract the zip file and check that you have 4 files.
4) Copy them into your SwiftBackup \ accounts \ UniqueID \ backups \ apps \ local folder, on your device.
5) Start Swift Backup and use the Restore App function.
6) Make sure the Camera app (org.codeaurora.snapcam) is checked, then Restore it.
7) RESTART YOUR PHONE!
8) Check if the app works fine on your device, and that you get a satisfying image quality with the 3 main lenses. Video should work fine too, and should be (at least) EIS-stabilized.
9) Even if you're happy with the results you get, PLEASE DON'T SHARE those configuration files to other groups/websites for now! It is still in 'Beta' / 'under-construction'...
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N00b Information:
It is GCAM, so the purpose of it is to get the best possible IQ/details but not necessarily in the most convenient way for some of you. The shutter is not 'instant', so you'll need to wait longer after you take your shot, especially at night and in low-light situations, hence the importance for getting your device stable. Don't blame me, blame Google's HDR+ Enhanced function maybe! ;-)
Auto White-Balance has been turned ON, but you may want to turn it OFF depending on the light conditions. Easy access through the top bar of the app (Google AWB).
Depending on your expectations, you may find that using "Instantaneous HDR+ Enhanced" function, in the Advanced Settings, might be enough for you, so you don't have to hold your phone for too long when taking a snapshot. Quality will be (a bit) lower than real HDR+ though.
Yes, there is no Distortion Correction in-app when using Wide-Angle for now, maybe never. Yes, the Slow-Motion video mode does not work, for now. Dev will be working on it in the future, but it's not his priority at the moment. Yes, you can't choose video bitrate, for now, and this will come in a later update.
'Focus Tracking' in Video mode has been turned OFF, as it will make the app Crash. Don't turn it on for now, it will not work anyway!
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Thanks for your time and feedback!
. I personally believe the stock app still does a better job when it comes to portraits and people in general, putting more light on their face, making them brighter, so the focus is on them.
, just like stock camera.
DOWNLOAD (APKs + Custom Profiles): 
