Focused time documentation on iPhone and iPad

Document the time difference. Down to the second.

CCTV Time Difference compares a CCTV system clock with a documented reference time. Capture the display or enter both times manually, review the exact offset, and keep every examination together in a clear PDF report.

Second-precise On-device OCR Local PDF reports
CCTV Time Difference app icon
CCTV Time Difference NTP checked
Reference time 14:32:18
CCTV system time 14:28:41
Signed time offset −00:03:37 CCTV time is behind the reference time by 3 minutes and 37 seconds.
Currently in development App Store availability will be announced when release testing is complete.
Photograph and reviewRead a displayed timestamp on the device.
Enter times manuallyWork without a photograph when needed.
Build one clear reportKeep multiple examinations in order.
One focused workflow

From two clocks to documented offset.

The app keeps the reference source, CCTV time, review decision, time zone, note, and result connected throughout the examination.

Check the reference

The app attempts to calibrate the reference clock against time.apple.com. If that check is unavailable, the device clock is used and identified clearly.

Capture or enter

Photograph the CCTV timestamp for on-device reading, choose an existing image, or enter the reference and CCTV times manually.

Review the time

Correct the detected date, time, or AM/PM value when necessary. The OCR suggestion must be approved before it is used.

Save the result

Store the signed offset with second precision, the documented time zone, method, notes, and supporting photograph.

Two ways to document

Use the method that fits the system in front of you.

Both routes produce the same clear signed offset and can be saved as separate examinations in the report.

Camera and OCR

Keep the displayed timestamp with the result.

Take a photograph or choose an existing image, then let Apple Vision suggest the date and time locally on the device.

  • The photograph can be retained with the examination.
  • Raw OCR text and confidence information support review.
  • Every detected value remains editable before approval.
Manual time

Calculate precisely without a photograph.

Enter the correct reference time and the time shown by the CCTV system at the same moment. The result updates with full date and second precision.

  • Suitable for systems where photography is not practical.
  • Retains the documented time zone and reference context.
  • Add a description such as camera or recorder location.
Built around the time check

The details needed to understand the result later.

CCTV Time Difference stays focused on time verification and the documentation that supports it.

01 / OFFSET

Signed clock difference

See whether the CCTV clock is ahead of or behind the reference, expressed as hours, minutes, and seconds.

02 / TIME ZONE

Time-zone context

Keep the relevant time-zone identifier and UTC offset with each saved examination.

03 / REVIEW

Visible OCR status

Record whether the detected timestamp was approved or manually corrected before calculation.

04 / NOTES

Useful field context

Add a short description for the recorder, camera, display, or location connected to the time check.

05 / MULTIPLE CHECKS

Ordered examinations

Save several OCR or manual checks and keep them in a predictable order in one report.

06 / APPEARANCE

System, light, or dark

Choose the appearance that is most comfortable for the current working conditions.

Professional reporting

Bring every time examination into one PDF.

Add the report reference, requester, location, department, preparer, and report date. The locally generated PDF then combines those details with each saved time examination.

  • Reference and CCTV times with the signed offset.
  • Method, source, time zone, notes, and review status.
  • Supporting photographs and OCR documentation when available.
  • Save or share through the standard iOS system sheet.
Time Difference Report EXAMINATION 01
ReferenceCASE-2026-014
MethodPhotograph / OCR
Reference time14:32:18
CCTV time14:28:41
Review statusApproved
Signed time offset −00:03:37
Privacy and control

Processing stays close to the examination.

The app is designed for local work and deliberate sharing. It does not connect to, download, record, play, or distribute CCTV video.

Important: CCTV Time Difference is a documentation and calculation aid. It does not certify a time source, provide legal advice, or replace professional judgement and quality assurance.

OCR runs on the device Apple Vision processes the selected photograph locally. OCR results must still be reviewed and approved by the user.
Examinations and photographs are stored locally Saved app data remains in the app’s local container rather than being placed in an app-operated cloud service.
Network use is limited to the time check The app contacts time.apple.com when attempting to calibrate the reference clock. It does not send photographs or examination data with that request.
Sharing is controlled by the user A generated report leaves the app only when the user chooses a save or sharing action.
No tracking declared The app’s Privacy Manifest declares no collected data and no tracking.
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Questions, field feedback, and release interest are welcome. Contact CCTV Collector to learn more about the focused time-documentation app.

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