Utilizing your smartphone as a microphone on a Windows computer frees you from the dependence on a computer microphone or headset. Notably, it provides superior sound quality compared to the default audio on a Windows laptop, especially older or inexpensive models. The latest smartphones from renowned brands feature stereo speakers that offer an immersive sound experience. These smartphones can be easily connected to your PC using various apps. This article aims to provide a guide on how to use your smartphone as a microphone for your Windows computer.

You may not know, but you can use your Android phone as a remote control for your Android TV. However, the main topic of this article is to set up your smartphone as a microphone on your computer. Various applications found in Google Play or the App Store enable us to achieve this. For the purpose of this guide, we will use WO Mic, a free application compatible with Windows. Trusted by millions of users, WO Mic offers decent sound transfer quality from smartphone to PC.

You must exercise caution as there have been malware concerns related to WO Mic in the past, with viruses even named after it. To avoid these disturbances, be sure only to download WO Mic installer and applications from the officially recognized sources. The mobile apps do have a few advertisements which you can easily eliminate with a small subscription fee. Please note for the method detailed in this guide to work, it is necessary for both devices to be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

Before initiating this method, you will have to activate Developer Options on your Android phone. The process would require an enabled Bluetooth connection on both devices, post which the devices can be paired together. If you are facing any trouble with a slow Wi-Fi connection at your home, you might want to look into ways to improve it. To use this method, the setup of a mobile hotspot on your phone is a prerequisite, followed by connecting your Windows PC to the created network.

Besides WO Mic, several other applications offer similar services that allow you to use a smartphone as a microphone on a Windows PC. While you are in the process of exploring the apps mentioned above, you can also look into a detailed guide on how to use an iPhone as a webcam. Your smartphone is not restricted to just recording a laptop. It can also function as a portable writing station, which can replace a Windows keyboard, a feature especially useful when your laptop keyboard isn't working appropriately.