Microphones in gaming systems have been a familiar feature since the innovative Nintendo DS. With it, the outlandish feature was used to do things like blow objects on the screen in WarioWare Touched!

Your microphone relies on software to perform a number of functions, from noise cancelation to audio processing. Depending on the model of microphone, these features can consume a large amount of data ...

I stopped relying on budget mics after realizing the device I carry daily sounds far better than cheap alternatives.

You can test a microphone on a Windows 10 computer to ensure it's plugged in correctly and working. To test your microphone, you'll need to open Windows' Sound Settings menu. Testing how your ...

Having one of the best microphones can instantly upgrade you from barely audible to professional and pristine-sounding. Sure, your favorite laptop’s built-in mic might be just fine for quick calls, ...

Music education major Rachel Janielis says it’s stressful when she cannot properly hear a professor speaking or a presenter talking at events. “I remember an event at the beginning of the year when ...

It’s possible to do more with your iPhone than ever before – from producing home videos to shooting professional shorts, podcasting, or even creating content for YouTube. But there’s one common ...

Learn practical solutions to diagnose and repair mic issues on your iPhone and ensure clear, uninterrupted communication Check if your iPhone's microphone is blocked by dirt or a phone case. Restart ...

Voice Focus is a Windows 11 feature that allows users to remove background noise and make the audio from the microphone clearer. The feature requires users to be on ...

As our audio-reactive projects increase in sophistication, we may decide to replace a simple MEMS microphone plus amplifier with one that offers automatic gain control. This is a follow-on to my ...