Title: How to Use Your Bluetooth Headphones for Listening While Utilizing Your iPhone’s Built-in Microphone for Calls
Are you finding that the microphone on your Bluetooth headphones isn’t living up to your expectations during calls? If you own a pair of Anker Slimbuds and enjoy the audio quality they offer, but prefer the clarity of your iPhone 11’s built-in microphone for conversations, you’re not alone. Many users wish to separate their audio listening experience from the call quality. Thankfully, there are ways to set this up.
The Challenge
Using Bluetooth headphones can occasionally come with the downside of subpar microphone performance. This might lead you to seek a solution that allows you to enjoy high-quality sound while still ensuring that your voice comes through clearly during calls. The good news is that your iPhone provides some flexibility in how audio input and output are managed, though it may not be immediately obvious.
Finding the Right Solution
While Apple’s iOS doesn’t currently offer a direct way to use different microphones simultaneously, there are a few workarounds you can consider:
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Audio Consumption with Bluetooth: Pair your Anker Slimbuds with your iPhone 11. This will ensure you can listen to music, podcasts, or any audio content without any issues.
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Switching to the Built-in Mic: During phone calls, you can manually switch the microphone to your iPhone’s built-in option. This typically involves selecting the audio options during the call:
- Start your call as usual.
- Once the call is ongoing, look for the audio icon on the call screen.
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Tap it and you should see an option to select either your headphones or the iPhone microphone. Choose the latter to use your phone’s mic.
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Using Third-Party Apps: Depending on the apps you utilize for calls (like Skype, Zoom, etc.), some allow you to toggle between input devices. Check the settings within the app for any available audio input options.
Final Thoughts
While the process might not be as seamless as switching a physical device, taking these steps can help enhance your audio experience without sacrificing call quality. If you often find yourself using Bluetooth headphones but prefer your phone’s mic for calls, experimenting with these settings should yield satisfactory results. Happy listening and calling!
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