Uptakes Video Camera App

Tested UpTakes Video Camera’s Quick Launch at the George Strait concert in Lubbock, Texas.
One press of the Action Button → app opens → camera starts recording automatically. No unlocking. No swiping. No fumbling.
Here’s how to set it up (iPhone 15 Pro or later):
1️⃣ Open the Shortcuts app
2️⃣ Tap the + to create a new shortcut
3️⃣ Tap “Add Action” → search “Open App” → select UptakesCam
4️⃣ Name it “Open UpTakes”
5️⃣ Go to Settings → Action Button → swipe to “Shortcut” → select “Open UpTakes”
That’s it. One press from anywhere — lock screen, home screen, pocket — and you’re recording.
Built for sports parents who can’t afford to miss the big play.
Download free on the App Store (link in bio)
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UpTakes has been upgraded! If you don’t have automatic updates on update now!

UpTakes only keeps the highlights — so your camera roll isn’t full of junk you’ll never watch again.

No late-night deleting.
No endless scrolling.
No missing the big play because you were trimming the last one.

Just raise your phone, record the moment, and keep what matters.

That’s it.

Try UpTakes free for 4 weeks and see how much cleaner your camera roll (and your life) feels.