Description
PocketAudio lets you use your Android device as a wireless soundcard of your computer. PocketAudio automatically forwards audio captured or played on your computer to your Android device. You can use PocketAudio as a wireless headphones or wireless microphone for your computer.PocketAudio (Microphone) can be used as an audio input device to Windows or Mac. Speak to your Android device, and use Windows or Mac to capture or record the audio.
*** Please note that there is network delay between the computer and Android device. Therefore, PocketAudio should not be used in situations where delay can be an issue. For example, if you are watching a movie and use PocketAudio to play the soundtrack, you will notice the sound is played behind the video.
*** Please download FREE PocketControl server on your computer from: http://www.senstic.com/android/pocketaudio/pocketaudio.aspx
Instructions
1. If you have not already done so, download and install the PocketControl for Windows or Mac software from our website.
2. On Windows, run PocketControl for Windows and make sure the SensticPocketService is running on your computer. On Mac, run PocketControl from the Mac applications folder.
Connect your Android device to your home network using Wi-Fi.
3. Start PocketAudio on Android, and the app will automatically connect to your computer. The bottom of your Android device screen should display "Connected to your_computer_name:port."
4. Configure your Windows/Mac program to use PocketAudio as your audio input and/or output device.
Step by step instructions can be found at support page.
Limitations
1. Currently, PocketAudio supports Windows XP/Vista/7/8, Mac OS X 10.7 or above. Mac OS X 10.6 or earlier is not supported.
2. PocketAudio does not work with iChat on Mac.
3. There is network delay between the computer and Android device. Please do not expect real time transmission.
Evan
Apr 17, 2012 9:52:07 PM
Does what it says.. kind of. It works, only the first time after installing though. Further startups experience crashes, requiring a re-install for every use. It cannot run in the background, nor can you dim your screen while it is in use. Notable delay - though it's over wifi. Developers are not that helpful with support about the crashes on startup.
Marc
Apr 11, 2012 11:27:04 PM
Fantastic app, but... This app is great. The delay is only expected, as it is wireless, but I have one issue. Past the first startup (post installation) I am unable to edit my in-app network settings (his the cursive i button). The app crashes whenever I try. This is especially problematic because I use a dynamic IP address.
Leandro
Mar 24, 2012 2:01:09 PM
Good app Would be great if the app allowed the screen to turn off, only the screen and maybe a on/off mic button.
maurik
Mar 20, 2012 12:59:32 PM
Good idea Sound quality high Can't change quality (bug) no mute button on screen 2-4 second latency (that's why bummer that can't change quality ) Strong feedback compared to wo mic Menu button isn't used, i icon instead, confusing
satish
Dec 7, 2011 1:19:39 PM
pls give me help its not working in galaxy s help me i have androide 2.3
Tomi
Jul 8, 2011 7:31:58 PM
Good app, seems to work as intended. Would be nice if it works through usb
Richard
Jul 1, 2011 4:01:59 PM
Great app, less delay would make it perfect
Matt
Jun 15, 2011 10:04:50 PM
Great app Following some advice from a friend that had the same startup problems, the app is running fine - It may be necessary to either reset the wi-fi connection on your phone, the computer, or your router, or even all three to get the phone and client speaking to each other, but once that's done the app works fine. An input volume function would get it 5 stars, but it's fine as it is with no distortion problems, good clarity. Once set as the Windows default device it functions perfectly in Gtalk and Skype.
stephen
Jun 14, 2011 8:44:36 PM
Worked fine with the droid x and a mac.