Blackmagic Design released an update to its Blackmagic Camera iPhone app that expands from standalone recording to integrated production workflows, adding Apple Watch control, ProDock compatibility, and ATEM switcher integration.

The update introduces optional Focus and Zoom Demands for broadcast-style lens control over USB-C, daisy-chaining to ProDock, with customizable buttons and mounting hardware for tripod handles.

Version 3.3 brings full-screen portrait mode via HDMI output, ProRes RAW stabilization on iOS 26.1 and later, ATEM camera control through Blackmagic Camera ProDock, and support for Focus and Zoom Demands.

The article also covers NAB 2026 coverage and links to additional Blackmagic resources.

Matthew Allard, an accomplished DP and editor for Newsshooter, is noted in relation to the press release.

Blackmagic positions the iPhone as a professional studio camera and highlights a NAB 2026 booth demonstration at N2502.

The update reframes the iPhone as a component of a multi-camera studio system, relying on Blackmagic hardware to enable a complete studio workflow.

The update aligns with Blackmagic’s strategy to deliver an end-to-end workflow (capture, switching, editing) within its ecosystem rather than competing with consumer camera apps.

The features are designed for setups where reaching the iPhone is difficult or could cause camera shake, such as remote mounting.

Two priorities are emphasized: improving general usability for iPhone shooters via Apple Watch, and serving professional environments with ATEM integration and dedicated hardware.

Other updates address issues like potential ProRes RAW recording problems from the front lens, preview lag when using ProDock as an audio source, and incorrect bit rates for open gate H.264/H.265.

Supported devices include iPhone/iPad models with iOS 17+ on A12 Bionic or newer, Macs with Apple Silicon (M1+) on macOS 14+, Apple Vision devices on visionOS 1+, and Apple Watch with watchOS 10.6+.