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OliveCast
- Features
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- Features

Find answers to Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about OliveCast, compatible devices, recording and Enterprise deployments.
What is OliveCast?
OliveCast is an application that adds video and audio recording to compatible Android-based devices.
It can be used on smartphones as well as suitable rugged and specialized Android devices.
What can I use OliveCast for?
OliveCast can be used for security, guard operations, law enforcement, industrial and field operations, as well as personal recording.
The right use case depends on the device and the requirements of the deployment.
Can OliveCast record while running in the background?
Yes. OliveCast can continue recording when the application is not displayed on screen.
Can OliveCast record with the screen off?
Yes.
Can I use the device for other things while OliveCast records?
Yes. Background recording allows the device to continue being used while OliveCast records.
What devices can OliveCast run on?
OliveCast is designed for compatible Android-based devices.
For Enterprise deployments, contact us with the device model you're using and we can discuss compatibility.
To see the device manufacturers we are already partnered with, check our Devices page.
Can OliveCast work on rugged or specialized devices?
Yes, where the device meets the required compatibility conditions.
This is particularly relevant for Android-based PoC and industrial devices used in frontline operations.
To see the device manufacturers we are already partnered with, check our Devices page.
Where are recordings stored?
Recordings are stored on the device, with internal storage and SD-card storage available on supported devices.
We also offer Cloud storage for enterprise deployments.
Can I share recordings?
Yes. Recordings can be shared through email and WhatsApp.
For Enterprise customers, OliveCast recordings are auto-uploaded to the backend so individual recordings are always available for the Team admin.
Can I automatically sync recordings?
OliveCast can work with smartphone applications such as Google Drive and Dropbox to synchronize recordings over Wi-Fi.
Is OliveCast free?
Not necessarily. One of OliveCast's main use cases is adding recording to a compatible Android device that is already being used for communication or other frontline work.
Does OliveCast have an Enterprise version?
Yes.
Organizations can contact us to discuss larger deployments and requirements.
What Enterprise capabilities are available?
Enterprise requirements vary by deployment. Contact us to discuss requirements such as automatic upload, location, live streaming and recording notifications.
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