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How to stream a game from your phone

Open the game in the BreakAway app, tap Stream and pick Your phone in your hand. Hold the stop button when the game ends.

Updated · 6 steps

You'll need

  • The BreakAway app, updated
  • A charged phone with a strong connection
  • A spot with a wide view of the field
  1. 1.Open the game

    Phone app

    Open the game in the BreakAway app.

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  2. 2.Tap Stream

    Phone app

    Tap Stream at the top of the game. Then choose where you're streaming from.

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  3. 3.Pick your phone

    Phone app

    Choose Your phone in your hand. Hold it and go live. Wide shot, no zoom.

    Tip: Want a steadier shot? The streaming gear guide has the stands and gimbals we use.

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  4. 4.Allow the camera and mic

    Phone app

    Allow camera and microphone when the app asks.

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  5. 5.Go live

    Phone app

    The app turns sideways and you're Live. The clock shows how long you've been on.

    • The mic button mutes your sound
    • The camera button pauses the picture
    • Flip switches cameras
    • The down arrow keeps streaming while you use the app

    Tip: The phone keeps a full-quality copy while you stream. If storage is low, you go live without it.

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  6. 6.Stop when it's over

    Phone app

    Press and hold the red stop button until its ring fills. A quick tap won't end it, so you can't stop by mistake.

    Then keep BreakAway open on Wi-Fi with the screen on. The Video tab shows the upload, then Watch recording when it's ready.

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Questions, answered.

In the BreakAway app they tap Watch on the game. Tournament games can also be watched on the public game page on the web.

Put your game on the big screen.

Stream it from your phone.