Other options for Canon Camera Connect

SK11
Member

08-19-2016, 12:19 PM

In the latest update (3.4) of Canon Camera Connect, Canon requires users to generate a Canon ID code. I don't want to create one. Are there other (Free and Open Source) alternatives available? I'm using a Canon PowerShot SX730 HS camera.

SK11

08-19-2016, 12:19 PM #1

Windlander
Member

150

08-19-2016, 02:03 PM

I’m not sure what you mean by "forces".
Could you provide the Canon ID code? It seems related to a Canon Account.
Are you referring to the support article or the Canon ID page?
Some research showed a link about Canon ID requirements, but I don’t know why it was needed.
I’m aware that forum rules forbid helping with workarounds to bypass these rules.
I hope there are other legitimate options available, and Forum members can share their thoughts.
Personally, I have a Canon Powershot SX530 that’s not often used, and it might be passed on to someone else...
I’ll check if the camera still functions properly and how.

Windlander

08-19-2016, 02:03 PM #2

banshee45
Senior Member

726

08-19-2016, 06:54 PM

Canon requires users to set up a Canon ID account in order to access the app. In the previous version (3.2), this was not mandatory and did not impact how the app functions. This setup acts as a security measure, preventing users without a Canon ID from using the application.

banshee45

08-19-2016, 06:54 PM #3

Bigking
Member

154

08-19-2016, 07:23 PM

I anticipate the discussion will focus on the extent of Canon's User Community's acceptance or rejection of the mandatory Canon ID account.

Bigking

08-19-2016, 07:23 PM #4

I anticipate the discussion will focus on the extent of Canon's User Community's acceptance or rejection of the mandatory Canon ID account.

LegoKing05
Junior Member

08-21-2016, 11:52 AM

The app requires certain features to function properly, as detailed on the official Canon website.

LegoKing05

08-21-2016, 11:52 AM #5

The app requires certain features to function properly, as detailed on the official Canon website.

DingbatPlayzMC
Senior Member

425

08-21-2016, 07:03 PM

I employs the Canon Camera Connect to send the photos I take with my camera to my mobile device.

DingbatPlayzMC

08-21-2016, 07:03 PM #6

I employs the Canon Camera Connect to send the photos I take with my camera to my mobile device.

Jaxlougen
Member

08-22-2016, 11:35 PM

Except if the Canon community devises something, chances are not good.

Jaxlougen

08-22-2016, 11:35 PM #7

Except if the Canon community devises something, chances are not good.

Jackller
Member

08-23-2016, 04:08 AM

I tried to locate a way to prevent automatic updates to the previous version. However, this isn't a permanent fix, since the older version might not work with newer Canon camera models if I upgrade.

Jackller

08-23-2016, 04:08 AM #8

I tried to locate a way to prevent automatic updates to the previous version. However, this isn't a permanent fix, since the older version might not work with newer Canon camera models if I upgrade.

LeCrafteur974
Member

174

08-29-2016, 03:30 AM

Businesses often make simple mistakes like this.
The only options are to steer clear of it or accept the consequences.

LeCrafteur974

08-29-2016, 03:30 AM #9

Businesses often make simple mistakes like this.
The only options are to steer clear of it or accept the consequences.