AI camera enhancement, honestly
Every webcam app now ships "AI enhancement". Some of it genuinely helps; some of it quietly makes you look worse. Here is our field guide.
What helps
Auto-framing keeps you centered when you move, and decent background blur can rescue a messy room. Both cost CPU, so close other heavy apps when using them.
What hurts
Aggressive noise reduction smears detail into plastic skin. Beauty filters confuse people who meet you in person. If your image looks "processed", turn enhancement off and fix the light instead.
Frequently asked questions
Should I use the app’s "auto low-light boost"?
It raises gain and noise. Try adding a lamp first — auto boost is a last resort, not a default.