# Can A Smartphone Be Used As A Thermal Camera?

> If you've ever called an HVAC specialist to inspect your home before, then you've probably noticed them often holding a camera-like device showing various shades of reds and blues.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1807071/smartphone-thermal-camera/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=67d046b82a5831cf423dc5f7)
- **Published:** 2025-03-11
- **Category:** Phones
- **Tags:** #smartphones #cameras #thermal #action #before #blues #called #detecting
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