Recommended Devices #
- iPhone 8 or newer for 1080p recording
- Android mid-range or flagship (2020+) for best performance
- Keep your phone plugged in during full match recordings — 1080p encoding is power-intensive
Recording Quality & Storage #
| Quality | Bitrate | ~File size per hour |
|---|---|---|
| 480p | 2 Mbps | ~900 MB |
| 720p | 4 Mbps | ~1.8 GB |
| 1080p | 8 Mbps | ~3.6 GB |
A full 3-hour cricket match at 1080p uses approximately 10–11 GB of storage. Make sure your phone has enough free space before recording.
Live Streaming Requirements #
For stable live streaming we recommend:
| Stream Quality | Minimum Upload Speed |
|---|---|
| 720p | 3 Mbps |
| 1080p | 10 Mbps |
Cricket ground tip: Mobile data at sports grounds can be unreliable. If your stream keeps dropping, switch to 720p in the quality settings — it makes a big difference on 4G.
YouTube recommends a maximum of 4.5 Mbps for 1080p at 30fps. We optimise your stream automatically to stay within platform limits.
Tips for Best Results #
- Full match recording? Keep the phone plugged in and on Wi-Fi if possible
- Live streaming at a ground? Use 720p for a stable stream over 4G
- Older or budget phone? Stick to 720p — smoother performance, less battery drain
- Low on storage? Use 720p — half the file size with great picture quality
