AudioRelay turns your Android device into a wireless speaker for your computer, enabling low latency audio streaming over Wi-Fi or USB. You can listen to music, movies, or games on your phone, or use it as a remote microphone for your desktop. It is a practical tool for anyone who wants flexible audio routing between devices.
A Wireless Speaker That Follows You Around
Once the desktop client is running, sound from videos, apps, and game sessions plays through your Android device on the same local network. The connection stays responsive enough for casual listening, and if Wi-Fi is shaky, switching to USB can eliminate most delays. This turns an old phone or tablet into a dedicated listening device without extra hardware.
Turn Your Phone into a PC Microphone
Beyond speakers, AudioRelay can send voice in the opposite direction. You can use your phone’s microphone as an input device for recording apps, voice chats, or video calls on your computer. The same connection lets you monitor the mic feed, so you know how your voice sounds before it reaches the other side. Because the data travels through a compressed stream, the setup feels natural even when you are not next to the PC.
Tuning Audio Quality and Connection
Several buffer and quality controls are available, so you can adjust the connection to match your network. Lower buffer settings improve responsiveness but need reliable Wi-Fi, while a larger buffer smooths out occasional hiccups. The app also supports renaming devices, pausing playback from the notification shade, and sending sound to multiple Android devices at once. These options keep the experience flexible without making setup complicated.
Setting Up AudioRelay
The desktop client is available for Windows, Linux, and macOS, and the official docs include clear steps for using a phone as a PC microphone. The app is translated into several languages, and a community forum is open for questions and feature ideas. For people who often move between a desk and a couch, this is a simple way to keep computer audio close at hand.
