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    Can You Turn Off The iSight Indicator Light?

    Discussion in 'Apple and Mac OS X' started by JacksonPollack, Feb 13, 2007.

  1. JacksonPollack

    JacksonPollack Notebook Guru

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    I downloaded a program (EvoCam) that allows you to use the built in iSight camera in your MBP as a security camera. The only problem is that anytime the camera is in use, the green indicator light is on. Is there any way to disable or turn off that light?
     
    JacksonPollack, Feb 13, 2007
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  2. cashmonee

    cashmonee Notebook Virtuoso NBR Reviewer

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    After searching around a bit, it seems to be impossible.
     
    cashmonee, Feb 13, 2007
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  3. easyeye

    easyeye Notebook Consultant

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    just use silver paint if you really think it's necessary :p
     
    easyeye, Feb 13, 2007
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    circa86 Notebook Virtuoso NBR Reviewer

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    tape :) ?

    but if you are actually using it as a security camera you shouldn't be worrying about the light being on.

    if it is a spy camera that is a different story :p :)
     
    circa86, Feb 13, 2007
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    TedJ Asus fan in a can!

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    If you're using it as a spy camera, also remember that the MBP doesn't like high humidity... so the girls' locker room is definitely out of the question. Perv. :p
     
    TedJ, Feb 13, 2007
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    khoshkho Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hahaha, security camera. Lol, the would be thief will just close the lid and walk off with the unit. Also the camera requires good lighting, so be sure to setup a couple of spot lights shining on to your bed! :D
     
    khoshkho, Feb 14, 2007
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