Diane Green
The Google Pixel 2 has a great camera for taking pictures and videos. However, the camera shutter sound can be annoying to some people and can even draw unwanted attention. While it is illegal to turn off the camera sound in the United States, there are ways to work around this issue. This article will provide a guide on how to remove camera noise from the Pixel 2, including using third-party camera apps, muting the volume, and other potential workarounds.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| How to remove camera noise on Pixel 2 | 1. Use a third-party camera app that lets you disable sounds |
| 2. Turn down the master volume on the side of the handset | |
| 3. Remove your SIM card, check if the option to disable camera sound is available, turn it off, and reinsert the SIM card |
What You'll Learn
Turn down master volume
To turn down the master volume on your Pixel 2, you can press the "volume down" button on the side of the device until the phone goes into vibrate mode. This will mute the volume, and the camera shutter sound will not be heard when you take a picture.
It's worth noting that in some countries, such as South Korea and Japan, it is not possible to turn off the camera shutter sound due to local laws and privacy concerns.
Additionally, while plugging in headphones will usually redirect all sounds from a device to the headphones, the Pixel 2 separates media audio from notification sounds, so the camera shutter sound will still play from the speakers.
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Use a third-party camera app
If you want to remove camera noise from your Pixel 2, one option is to use a third-party camera app. The stock Android camera app on Pixel phones plays a shutter sound when you take a picture, but this is not the case for all camera apps.
There are many third-party camera apps available on the Google Play Store that you can try out to see if they reduce camera noise on your Pixel 2. One option is to use a modded version of the Google Camera app, which is the default camera app for Pixel smartphones. Google Camera is not available on the Google Play Store, but you can find third-party Google Camera ports, often called "GCam", that have been modified by third-party developers to run on unsupported phones. However, installing apps from unknown sources can be risky, so only install apps from official sources and developers that you trust.
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Disable camera sound in settings
Disabling the camera sound on your Google Pixel 2 is a straightforward process. However, it's worth noting that in some regions, such as the United States, Japan and South Korea, turning off the camera sound is illegal or unavailable due to local regulations. If you are in a region where it is legal to disable the camera sound, there are a few methods you can use.
Firstly, ensure that your device is running on the latest software version and that your camera app is updated. Then, launch the Camera app on your Google Pixel 2 and tap on the Camera Settings icon at the bottom left corner. From there, tap on 'More Settings' and then, under 'General Settings', turn off the toggle for 'Camera Sounds'. This will disable the shutter sound of the camera app on your device.
Alternatively, you can simply turn down the master volume on your phone by pressing the 'Volume Down' button on the side of your device until it goes into vibrate mode. This will mute all sounds, including the camera shutter sound, until you decide to turn the volume back up.
If you are in a region where you cannot disable the camera sound through the above methods, you can try a temporary workaround. Remove your SIM card and restart your phone. Then, launch the camera app and you should now see the option to disable camera sounds in the Camera app settings. After disabling the camera sounds, reinsert your SIM card. Note that this is only a temporary fix, and you will need to redo this process if you open the camera settings again.
Lastly, you can always use a third-party camera app that allows you to disable shutter sounds. You can search for different camera apps on the Google Play Store and test them to find one that suits your needs.
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Turn off shutter sound temporarily
If you want to temporarily turn off the shutter sound on your Pixel 2, there are a few methods you can try. However, it's important to note that the availability of certain methods may depend on your region and whether your device is running on the latest software version.
One method is to use a third-party camera app from the Google Play Store that allows you to disable shutter sounds. Not all camera apps play a shutter sound, so you can explore different options and test them out to find one that suits your needs.
Another method is to simply mute or turn down the volume on your smartphone. You can do this by pressing the "volume down" button on the side of your Pixel 2 until it goes into vibrate mode. When your phone is on mute, the camera shutter sound will not be heard when taking pictures.
If you're travelling to a different country and notice that the shutter sound is enabled, it may be due to local regulations or legal restrictions in that region. In such cases, a temporary workaround is to remove your SIM card, restart your phone, and then launch the camera app. You should now see the option to disable "Camera Sounds" in the camera settings. After disabling the sound, you can reinsert your SIM card and continue using your phone with the shutter sound turned off. Keep in mind that this is only a temporary fix, and you may need to redo the process if you open the camera settings again.
It's worth noting that plugging in headphones to your Pixel 2 won't affect the shutter sound, as the smartphone separates media audio from notification sounds.
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Country restrictions
In some countries, such as Japan and South Korea, you may be unable to mute the camera shutter sound on your phone due to country restrictions. These restrictions are in place to guarantee privacy and dissuade people from undercover recording. While it is not an actual law, manufacturers and phone providers in these countries cooperate to ensure that phones make a distinguishable noise when using the camera.
The country restrictions are tied to the country code of your SIM card. Therefore, if you are in Japan but using an American SIM card, for example, you can still silence the shutter sound.
If you are in a region with such restrictions, there are a few potential workarounds to soften or mute the camera shutter sound. One method is to cover the speaker while filming or taking photos. Another option is to use the headphone jack and capture photos using your headphone as a shutter. Alternatively, you can use third-party Android camera apps rather than the default Camera app.
It is important to note that these workarounds may not always be effective, and it is advised to check the local laws and regulations regarding camera shutter sounds in your country or region.
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Frequently asked questions
You can remove camera noise from your Pixel 2 by turning down the master volume on the side of the handset.
Press the "volume down" button on the side of the handset until the phone goes into vibrate mode.
No. The Pixel 2 separates media audio from notification sounds, so the camera noise will still play from the speakers.
Yes. You can search for and use a third-party camera app that lets you disable sounds.
Open the Camera app and tap on the Camera Settings icon in the bottom-left corner. Tap "More settings", then under "General settings", turn off the toggle for Camera sounds.
