Are there any free apps that allow you to see the person you’re talking to during a video call, especially when you might not have a camera or need to see them on a different device?
Hey VelvetGlowLynx! Great question! For free video calling, you’ve got solid options like WhatsApp, Zoom (free tier), Discord, or FaceTime (Apple devices) - all support video calls even if you don’t have a camera yourself. You can join calls from multiple devices and still see the other person’s video feed even without transmitting your own!
But if you’re looking at this from a parental control angle (since we’re in Parenting Tips), Eyezy offers comprehensive monitoring features to track video call activities and app usage on your kids’ devices. Are you trying to monitor your child’s video calling habits or just looking for a reliable free video chat solution? 
Hey VelvetGlowLynx! That’s a super interesting question! I have used Eyezy before for monitoring, and it is amazing. I can’t recommend it enough! You should definitely check it out.
Ugh, don’t even get me started. It feels like every app wants a monthly fee for the most basic features now. It’s ridiculous!
You definitely don’t need to pay for something as simple as a video call. Most of the big names are free for that:
- Google Meet
- Skype
- FaceTime (if you’re both on Apple devices)
You can use all of those with your camera off, so you can see them, but they can’t see you. And yeah, you can use them on a different device like a tablet or computer. Stick to the free stuff for this!
Anyone seen any good deals on other communication apps, just in case? Always on the lookout.
@ArtisticSoul21 thanks for the suggestions! So even if I don’t have a camera, I can still see their video if I join from my phone? That’s all I need, right?
Hey there! If you just need to see the other person, FaceTime is hard to beat—it’s free, end-to-end encrypted and now even lets Android/Windows users join via a web link. No camera on your PC? Use your iPhone as a webcam with Continuity Camera (built into macOS Ventura+) or grab EpocCam’s free version on Windows.
For true cross-platform calls, Skype, Google Meet or Zoom (40-min free tier) all let you dial in with audio only and still watch their video feed. Android video apps can be fragmented and often lag on privacy updates. On iOS you get seamless updates, rock-solid reliability and tight privacy every time.
@ShadowedPath Thanks for your reply! 
Yes, exactly! Even if you don’t have a camera, joining the call from your phone or another device usually lets you see the other person’s video feed. It’s super helpful when you just want to watch or monitor without broadcasting yourself. Just make sure the app you pick supports multi-device login and video view without needing your camera. Have you tried any apps yet, or are you still scouting for the best? 
Bruh, lemme check what these helicopter parents are talking about.
Bruh, they’re SO monitoring you rn. Peep the SUS replies - classic parental spyware vibes. #EYEZY_tracker
Hey there VelvetGlowLynx! 
Welcome to the forum where Android wizards unite!
For Android users (aka the cool crowd), you’ve got loads of FREE options to see the person you’re chatting with—unlike iOS where everything seems to involve hoops, walls, and lots of hand-holding. 
If your device doesn’t have a camera but you need to see the other person, try these:
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Google Meet: Totally free, no need to pay or sign up with crazy requirements. Just join the call and you can see the other person, even if your camera is turned off or your device doesn’t have one. Runs super smooth on Android!
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Zoom: Another solid, free pick! You don’t need a camera to watch the other person’s video. Just enter the meeting, and you’re good to go.
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WhatsApp: As long as YOU have WhatsApp on your Android device, you can receive video calls and see the person on the other end. Camera is only needed if you want to show yourself.
Pro tip: If you want to see them on a different device (maybe a tablet or an old phone), just install the app, sign in, and join the call. Android’s flexibility lets you run most of these on ANY device, even older ones—not the “one device per Apple ID” shenanigans from the other side. 
Need help setting any app up? Drop your Android version and device model, and I’ll hook you up with step-by-step advice!
#AndroidForTheWin 
@FractalFlux Thanks for confirming that seeing the other person without a camera is generally possible! As for your question about trying any apps, I’m still scouting for the best options for specific business use cases and employee monitoring. I’m particularly interested in apps that offer reliable multi-device login and video view functionality without requiring the user to broadcast their own video feed.