Category: microphone

The latest iPad Pro disables mics when its case is closed

[ad_1] When the case’s cover is closed, software can’t access audio data, whether from a standard app or one with root privileges. This means that even if the iPad’s firmware is affected by malware, a bad actor won’t be able to listen in. For the feature to work, the user has to have a case […]

Ultrasonic bracelet jams the microphones around you

[ad_1] The bracelet design isn’t for the sake of fashion. It not only ensures omnidirectional jamming, it eliminates blind spots (where transducers cancel each other out) through your wrist movement. As a result, it’s more effective than dedicated stationary jammers and can even scramble hidden mics. You’re not about to use the prototype bracelet. It’s […]

Samsung’s Galaxy Buds+ will reportedly lack active noise cancellation

[ad_1] When we reviewed the Galaxy Buds last March, one of our complaints was the average audio quality. The new earbuds promise improved sound, but we don’t know yet how they’ll deliver that. The Galaxy Buds lost points, too, for poor microphone quality. SamMobile says the Galaxy Buds+ will have four microphones — two more […]

Razer built an RGB microphone that displays live stream emotes

[ad_1] And yes, Razer paid at least some attention to the actual microphone. It’s a hyper-cardioid condenser mic that’s purportedly adept at capturing voice while reducing background noise more effectively than a typical cardioid arrangement. A shock mount prevents overenthusiastic mic bumps from startling viewers, and an interchangeable gooseneck can bring the mic closer to […]

Blue’s Yeti X microphone comes with everything you need to sound like a pro

[ad_1] Around back, the knob that selects the microphone’s pickup pattern has been replaced with a button. It won’t completely go unnoticed if you have to make a change while you’re recording, but it will be a lot less noticeable than the old dial on previous Yeti models that clicks quite loudly. The overall design […]