Questions, answered straight.
Direct answers to what real creators ask.
Does SplitRig record front and back camera at the same time?
Yes. SplitRig records the front and rear iPhone cameras simultaneously to a single video file, with frame-perfect sync. Layouts include Picture-in-Picture, Split Screen, Single Camera, and Face Mode (Neural Engine background removal).
Is SplitRig free?
Yes, completely free, with no in-app purchases, no subscription, and no ads. Every feature is unlocked from the first launch.
What resolution does SplitRig record at?
SplitRig records in Full HD (1080p) using HEVC encoding at up to 10 Mbps. The default frame rate is 30 FPS; you can switch to 24 FPS Cinematic (24 instead of 30 frames per second, so less heat), and Action Cam mode automatically captures at 60 FPS for ultra-smooth motion.
Are there any time limits on recording?
No. SplitRig records as long as you have storage and battery. There is no time cap, and no paid tier that unlocks one. The Iron Stream thermal management scales frame rate down rather than stopping the recording.
What iPhones does SplitRig support?
Every iPhone from iPhone 11 to iPhone 17 Pro, on iOS 26 or later. iPhone 16+ unlocks the Camera Control button. iOS 26 + AirPods Pro 2 / AirPods 4 / AirPods Pro 3 unlocks the AirPods stem remote.
Does SplitRig collect any data?
No. SplitRig collects zero personal data, has no analytics, and requires no account. All recordings stay on your device. Beyond camera and microphone, the optional permissions are Photos (to save recordings to your library), location (only when you enable a GPS overlay: Speedometer, Distance, Altitude, Pace, or Goal), and motion (for speed accuracy). No data leaves the device.
How is Face Mode different from Picture-in-Picture?
Face Mode uses the iPhone's Neural Engine to remove your background entirely and overlay just your face on the rear-camera footage, like a virtual green screen. Picture-in-Picture keeps the front camera in a moveable window with its full frame intact.
Can I switch camera modes during recording?
Yes. You can switch between Face Mode, Picture-in-Picture, Split Screen, and Single Camera mid-recording without interruption. Zoom levels and camera swap also work mid-recording.
Does SplitRig work with Apple Watch?
Yes. The SplitRig Apple Watch companion gives you full control: start/stop, switch layouts, change zoom, swap cameras, toggle flash, mute audio, and take screenshots, all without touching the iPhone.
Can I use external microphones?
Yes. SplitRig auto-detects USB-C microphones (Rode, Shure, etc.), Bluetooth headsets, AirPods, and Lightning audio interfaces. Audio captures at 48 kHz, perfectly synced with the video. You can hot-swap mics mid-session.
What activity types and overlays are supported?
Seven activity types: Walking, Running, Cycling, Driving, Skiing, Skating, General. Live overlays include Speedometer, Distance, Duration, Altitude, Pace, Goal Gauge, Sound Level Meter, and SplitRig Watermark: all draggable, resizable, and baked into the recording.
How does SplitRig handle heat on long recordings?
SplitRig's Iron Stream thermal management monitors the iPhone's thermal state and adaptively scales frame rate and bitrate so recordings keep running instead of stopping. Combined with Eco Mode (auto-dims the screen after 10 seconds), you can record marathon sessions. Filming in extreme direct sun will still warm any iPhone: that is physics, not the app.
Can I use AirPods to start and stop recording?
Yes. On iOS 26 with H2-chip AirPods (AirPods Pro 2, AirPods 4, AirPods Pro 3), enable Camera Remote in Settings → [Your AirPods] → Camera Remote. A press on the stem then starts and stops recording in SplitRig, no need to touch the phone.
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