Question Change mic input (capture audio with BT headset)

[Chriswaterguy]

(Pixel 6 Pro with Shokz OpenComm headset, which has a boom mic.)

I want to capture audio using my headset when recording videos or talking to other apps such as ChatGPT or transcription apps.

Is this possible?

The headset mic works fine when I use my phone or WhatsApp. However if recording a voice memo with WhatsApp, it switches to the phone's built-in mic.

I've tried:
* Checking permissions for the apps. The headset doesn't seem to require a different permission than the built-in mic.
* Changing the "audio device type" in Bluetooth settings for the headset, from unknown to headphones. Also tried Car Kit and other. Didn't help.
* Disconnecting and reconnecting the headset then trying again (with device type = headphones).

Related question: I see videos where people are speaking into a lapel mic. Would a lapel mic have the same issue or does the phone automatically switch in that case?

 

[Nick007]

Hey there - did you ever resolve this?

I am having the same headache trying to record mobile gameplay/screen record.

Keeps using internal mic, I see no option, even under developer settings to switch to the Bluetooth microphone.

Ridiculously frustrating.

Running the latest software available on S24+ and Buds 3 Pro as of timing commenting.

 

[Nick007]

After re-reading that, I see your issue is WhatsApp specific, mine is just screen recording generically.

My WhatsApp, and microphone (Bluetooth) works for voice notes.