Webex adds iPhone Duo support with split view and camera sharing

Webex released an update for its iPhone app that adds native support for Apple’s new iPhone Duo, letting users run meetings while the device is opened in several positions. The update works whether the Duo is held open, folded closed, or set on a laptop‑style stand, and it introduces split‑view multitasking, larger participant views, a built‑in whiteboard and live camera sharing.

Meeting layouts designed for the Duo

According to MacRumors, the iPhone Duo version of Webex shows more meeting participants when the device is opened, keeps shared content in view and provides quick access to a whiteboard. In a closed position the app still functions, but opening the Duo reveals a wider layout that resembles a small conference room on the screen. The design lets users see who is speaking, follow shared slides and collaborate on drawings without switching screens. As 9to5Mac notes, the app was built natively for the Duo and adapts to each of the device’s displays and positions.

Multitasking with Split View

The update leverages iOS’s Split View capability so Webex can sit side‑by‑side with another app. Users can keep meeting notes, a web browser or a spreadsheet open while the video call runs in the other pane. This arrangement helps keep reference material in sight and reduces the need to leave the meeting to check documents. Cisco describes the feature as “thoughtfully designed” for the everyday workflow of people who move between apps during calls.

Mobile Camera Share and whiteboard use

A new feature called Webex Mobile Camera Share streams the iPhone’s built‑in camera into the meeting when the Duo is in a laptop‑style position. Participants see a live video feed that can be annotated directly on the screen, turning the phone into a portable presenter. The same open view also provides a whiteboard that multiple attendees can draw on, making brainstorming possible even when only one person holds the device.

Why the update matters to small businesses and nonprofits

Many small teams rely on video conferencing to stay connected with remote staff, volunteers or clients. The ability to view more participants at once reduces the need to scroll through a list, which can be confusing in larger calls. Split‑view multitasking means a meeting agenda, budget spreadsheet or donor list can stay visible while the conversation continues, helping keep meetings focused and efficient. Live camera sharing lets a presenter demonstrate a product, a physical document or a prototype without needing a separate webcam or laptop, saving hardware costs.

Practical steps to get the most out of Webex on iPhone Duo

• Open the App Store, search for Webex, and install the free app if you haven’t already.
• Launch Webex, sign in with your corporate or personal account, and allow camera and microphone permissions.
• Open your iPhone Duo to the “open” position; you will see a wider participant window and the whiteboard icon.
• To use Split View, swipe up from the bottom of the screen, select the second app you want beside Webex, and drag the divider to resize each pane.
• For Mobile Camera Share, place the Duo on a flat surface in the laptop position, tap the camera icon in the meeting toolbar, and start streaming. Use the annotation tools that appear to highlight points in real time.
• Enable the Webex Notetaker Agent in Settings → Notetaker. This option will transcribe in‑person conversations and suggest action items after the meeting.
• Test the configuration before an important call: run a quick meeting with a colleague, verify the participant view, split‑view layout, and camera feed.
• Keep the app updated; future releases will add refinements as the Duo hardware evolves.

By following these steps, teams can take advantage of the larger screen real estate and multitasking capabilities that the iPhone Duo offers. The changes are free to use and require no additional hardware, making them a practical upgrade for any organization that already uses Webex.

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