I'm looking to record some local live music events and am wondering how the audio quality is when recording video on the P20 Pro. Does it distort and become shrill at higher volume levels? (not stadium concert-level - more like a band at a bar or similar).
I realize for best results an external mic is preferred, but I don't have one just yet. Currently I'm using a Note 8 and it does fairly well, but I wanted something with better battery life.
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Devhux said:
I'm looking to record some local live music events and am wondering how the audio quality is when recording video on the P20 Pro. Does it distort and become shrill at higher volume levels? (not stadium concert-level - more like a band at a bar or similar).
I realize for best results an external mic is preferred, but I don't have one just yet. Currently I'm using a Note 8 and it does fairly well, but I wanted something with better battery life.
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I tried recording audio at an outdoor concert and the audio was unusable. It was an older software version but I am unsure it'll be any better on .110 update.
Has anyone tried any external mic on the p20 pro? i tried using it but it doesnt detect the external mic and records with the internal mic.
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I tried recording audio at an outdoor concert and the audio was unusable. It was an older software version but I am unsure it'll be any better on .110 update.
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I tried recording a video with audio at the concert and it was not bad at all. I'm on 152 firmware.
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I tried recording a video with audio at the concert and it was not bad at all. I'm on 152 firmware.
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Thank you so much for this post djl!!! I might be buying this so that's important.
On a scale of 1-10, how clear would you say it was from the last couple concerts you attended took video recordings of?? Your response would be GREATLY appreciated!! :good:
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Thank you so much for this post djl!!! I might be buying this so that's important.
On a scale of 1-10, how clear would you say it was from the last couple concerts you attended took video recordings of?? Your response would be GREATLY appreciated!! :good:
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I think it would be better if you'll listen for your selves. Here is the link for a recording of a little performance in a shopping center https://mega.nz/#!fxwmwCRC!aPdjZ3r_26vEEFuFz-v4mnWtyM7UIS4n4DjrsfnMHkA
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I think it would be better if you'll listen for your selves. Here is the link for a recording of a little performance in a shopping center https://mega.nz/#!fxwmwCRC!aPdjZ3r_26vEEFuFz-v4mnWtyM7UIS4n4DjrsfnMHkA
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Yeah that sounded FANTASTIC IMO!!
Thanks so much for sharing! :good::good::good::victory:
Well, I used it for a very loud Guns n Roses concert, and the bass totally destroyed higher tones. The phone muted sound when bass appeared, and videos were useless
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Well, I used it for a very loud Guns n Roses concert, and the bass totally destroyed higher tones. The phone muted sound when bass appeared, and videos were useless
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Hmm ok. Hopefully they fix that in an update or at least on the P30 Pro.
I went ahead and got the OnePlus 6T, but there's a good chance I may upgrade again in the spring to either the Sony Xperia XZ3 Premium (or XZ4 Premium?), Samsung S10+, OnePlus 7, or P30 Pro. We'll see.
Thanks for sharing!
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Hmm ok. Hopefully they fix that in an update or at least on the P30 Pro.
I went ahead and got the OnePlus 6T, but there's a good chance I may upgrade again in the spring to either the Sony Xperia XZ3 Premium (or XZ4 Premium?), Samsung S10+, OnePlus 7, or P30 Pro. We'll see.
Thanks for sharing!
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I use the Galaxy S9+ for now. The video performance is much better, and pictures does not look oil painted.
When I zoomed at pictures at P20 they went bad very quickly, were S9+ are much better. Maybe why is not possible to zoom much at stock Huawei gallery
I had some lag at wifi remote Logitech hub, thats gone on S9+, lag at Google Photos is also gone, all notifications is 100%, while P20 were close from Huawei standard, On dual SIM I can see who's calling on second SIM while talking on first, which never happened on P20
, much better vibration on T9+, But P20 pro did have better battery life, about 1 hour more, while I never ran out on juice at S9+ with easy wireless charge. And P20 has the infrared remote too.
I do look forward to Galaxy S10+ and did not bather the Mate 20 pro where problems are similar to P20 pro
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I use the Galaxy S9+ for now. The video performance is much better, and pictures does not look oil painted.
When I zoomed at pictures at P20 they went bad very quickly, were S9+ are much better. Maybe why is not possible to zoom much at stock Huawei gallery
I had some lag at wifi remote Logitech hub, thats gone on S9+, lag at Google Photos is also gone, all notifications is 100%, while P20 were close from Huawei standard, On dual SIM I can see who's calling on second SIM while talking on first, which never happened on P20
, much better vibration on T9+, But P20 pro did have better battery life, about 1 hour more, while I never ran out on juice at S9+ with easy wireless charge. And P20 has the infrared remote too.
I do look forward to Galaxy S10+ and did not bather the Mate 20 pro where problems are similar to P20 pro
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Nice! Yeah that was the issue I had with the Xperia XZ3 that just came out. Love the phone overall, but the camera was a letdown. It was great at outdoor photos and selfies, but indoor not so much. Def had some of that "oil painting" issue as well. Sony f'd that up b/c the previous phone, the XZ2 Premium, had like an excellent camera on it including a dual lens, where the XZ3 is single lens. But the XZ2 P's screen was a step back as it was LCD, and it didn't have T-Mobile VoLTE either. Anyway.........wow really? Ok. My issue with the Samsung and Apple (and even Huawei) phones is they don't seem to be color accurate, but instead tend to gravitate towards "warmer tones". Some ppl like that, but I don't. But for everything else they seem great.
Wow you're making me happy I didn't get the P20 Pro. I ACTUALLY ordered it last weekend but then cancelled it on Amazon before it shipped. lol And so yeah instead now I got the OnePlus 6T coming from T-Mobile. (trading in my LG V30 to T-Mobile for that $300 trade-in deal they had going). With the modded GCam app from XDA, the pics should come out really nice, though not from what I can see of samples, still not AS nice as Samsung's, Sony's, Apple's and Pixel's. So I dunno. But it might surprise me too! The XDA devs are constantly improving it. And when I compared it using the STOCK 6T camera to my LG V30 + its GCam mod, the 6T was actually a bit more detailed and color-accurate too. So it's up in the air now as to how good it will be. I just hate buying unlocked phones when it comes to reception. T-Mobile's about to deploy Band 71 (aka 600 MHz) in my area (Chicagoland) by year's end, and yeah Samsung will have it esp if I get a phone from them from T-Mobile, but Sony and Huawei? Nope. Hopefully next year they both will though. It's like come on be more competitive guys! lol Even unlocked 6T has it, so what's their excuse? lol
Yeah P20 Pro's battery is great, and 6T's is rated 1 hour higher on GSM Arena, which is nice. P20 Pro's is rated 3 hours higher than the S9+. That was another draw but in the end, I was made to believe the 6T with GCam mod could come very close in at least daytime shots, and with it having Pixel's Night Sight ported, I thought it could do the same for night. I don't know if that will actually happen though. We'll see. Phone comes within the next few days.
Yeah the S10+ is on my list so I will check it out. I just WISH Samsung would stop with the warmer tones. If they had I very seriously would've considered the Note 9 or S9+. The Mate 20 Pro................didn't have T-Mo VoLTE, so that was an instant fail for me. But if it had I would've prob got that over the 6T cuz I think slightly better camera than P20 Pro. The P20 Pro's Night Mode though is ridiculous. No other camera comes close. I guess it's really hard to find the perfect phone, esp if you're kinda picky about certain things like me. lol
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Yes I can confirm it. Exactly the same happened with me on GNR this summer.
They say the newer Mate 20 Pro improved upon the video quality, so I guess you can always upgrade to that too, or wait for the P30 Pro. Though what sux is because of all this crap about Huawei being spies, it seems that the reception quality will suffer. The P20 Pro for example had VoLTE on it and therefore for like T-Mobile, you could access their Band 12 radio band, which has twice the range and four times the capability to penetrate through walls & buildings.
On T-Mobile, you can only access it if the phone is certified with them, which many unlocked phones are, but many aren't. The P20 Pro was, but the Mate 20 Pro wasn't, which is why despite wanting it (Mate 20 Pro) badly, I ended up getting the OnePlus 6T through a great T-Mobile promotion. Not sure if VoLTE works on Verizon or AT&T, but maybe? You'd have to check on here. HOPEFULLY the P30 Pro though will have it and also Band 71 too, which T-Mobile is currently deploying all over the place, and should be mostly done doing by the end of this year. Neither the P20 Pro or Mate 20 Pro has that, but I'm hoping the P30 Pro will. However, the way things are going, I have strong doubts.
My p20 pro audio quality during live video recording at concerts also sucks
have the same issue with p20 pro. after giving it so many tries recording live videos for bands and live music, i can finally say that my samsung s8 plus owns the p20 pro in recording in concerts/bars/loud music anyday*
Its worth noting that my s8 plus audio input/output is at MONO which has the small single speaker next to the charging port. not sure if the fact thats its mono makes it recorder clearer audio? Or perhaps it has noise cancelling feature in the software.*
For the P20 pro, I hope someone has a solution for this noisy live recording issue. I tried to play with the camera setting and audio setting but same results.
I' have same Issue ?.
There is a software way to Fix it? Seams that this phone have some sorta of audio filters enabled
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I have just received my P20 Pro.
Like some of you have discovered the audio output to wired devices is significantly lower than rival phones. I have done some comparisons to my Nexus 6 audio output. I have found that the P20 Pro is much quieter ( almost 4dB difference)
Here are some pictures to back this information up I'm currently in talks with Huawei about this. Any extra information or confirmation of the issue in this thread could help us significantly with getting this issue fixed (as there are software methods to resolve this)
I have also made a petition so solve this!
I would like some help in sharing this and can you guys sign this please!
https://www.change.org/p/huawei-fix...m_medium=copylink&utm_campaign=share_petition
Yes, you can use the Mate 10 Pro volume mod to significantly boost it without distortion, if you have root.
I know this but why should we have to root our phones to fix an issue within the software Huawei should fix this straight away
Also it's quite funny that i have found that the volume difference is almost -4dB with the P20 pro but the audio mod is +4dB. I find this quite a disappointment. Surely Huawei would want another reason for people to buy the P20/Pro. Or any other of there devices. I had the exact same issue with my honor 8. It seems a little strange IMHO.
Also I have provided Huawei with all the information on this that I have found. I may make a petition on getting this issue resolved and share it with other Huawei/Honor devices.
I have made a petition link is above!
I've noticed this. It's been a big bug bare for me. Ordering HTC type C to jack dongle which arrived today. It makes for a much richer, fuller and louder sound than in the box dongle. If you sign up to HTC club it's only £5.
the actual audio output is quieter through the software too. would be helpful if you could sign my petition?
Come on guys! Please sign the petition!
Signed. Bluetooth earphones work perfectly fine though. Bought some soundpeats for £20
I have no issues with Bluetooth audio to be honest. But the wired is a whole different story. It's a shame too. As the P20 Pro is a brilliant phone but why let something like that slip through the net?
Why is my unit louder than the Mate 10 Pro using wired headphones? I turn the volume one notch down compared to where I used to set the volume on the Mate 10 Pro.
Because Huawei can't decide on a volume on their phones. My P8 was perfectly fine in volume until a software update. Then the volume dropped significantly. They need to fix these issues. And keep them consistent between hardware IMHO
Seriously? If I use 100% with headphone I'm pretty sure I already deteriore my ears so I'd prefer to launch a petition to lower the higher volume on hearphones.
@reggaemanu why would you do that when the physical proof that the P20 Pro is -4dB don't play your music at 100% if you find it too loud turn it down it's not like we can turn it up past its maximum point
42 signature's guys!
Almost 50 signatures!
Come on guys we have 71 signitures
Sent complain to Huawei by their form. Bluetooth audio is in my opinion not acceptable at all. Based on comparison to my previous Huawei phones, this one is just terrible.
Hey guys, are your headphones still very quiet? Has the system version upgrade solved this problem? What is the version of your mobile phone system now? Is it your headset problem，Did you get the same result with the rest of the headphones?
As the title says, one place for all the reviews. I will be adding reviews as they appear into this post as well.
Here goes so links so far that I like -
Main review with sub reviews shown below -
https://gavinsgadgets.com/2018/11/1...s-iphone-xs-xr-samsung-note-9-and-pixel-3-xl/
Dedicated camera review covering all the modes, photo and video AI
https://gavinsgadgets.com/2018/10/20/huawei-mate-20-pro-camera-review-all-modes-photos-videos/
Dedicated Audio Review https://gavinsgadgets.com/2018/10/2...oth-loudspeaker-usb-c-earphones-dacs-dongles/
Camera Review - https://gavinsgadgets.com/2018/10/20/huawei-mate-20-pro-camera-review-all-modes-photos-videos/
My first impressions https://gavinsgadgets.com/2018/10/16/huawei-mate-20-pro-first-impressions-plus-camera-ui-samples/
MKBHD - First impressions https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ogdZT9yUVe0
Mr Mobile - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bb7_nMivMjM
Supersaf https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TZomBUrJ6Iw
Added some first impressions links. More to follow.
I just finished my full camera review. Such a beast.
https://gavinsgadgets.com/2018/10/20/huawei-mate-20-pro-camera-review-all-modes-photos-videos/
Dual GPS?
Hi Gavin,
what about the GPS?
Thanks a lot
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I just finished my full camera review. Such a beast.
https://gavinsgadgets.com/2018/10/20/huawei-mate-20-pro-camera-review-all-modes-photos-videos/
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GPS - I've used it extensively with Google Maps for driving and turn by turn, just fine.
Gavin would u mind to try something out for me please? Since the aod doesn't work with 3rd party apps like whatsapp etc to display notifications on the always on display, possibly apps from playstore like would work? Like always on amoled beta? Reason why this is bothering me that much is the , i am part of few WhatsApp groups for android and also on telegram, so basically I don't need to wake the screen to see if new messages are in, all comes thru aod, its the biggest concern for me goin from pixel over to mate 20 pro, thanks in advance Gavin if u could spend few minutes and test it out, thank u regards Martin
It would be great if you could provide a review regarding the stereo loudspeakers, how does it sound compared to S9+ and the likes? does it have Dolby Atmos settings?
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It would be great if you could provide a review regarding the stereo loudspeakers, how does it sound compared to S9+ and the likes? does it have Dolby Atmos settings?
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My next video is the audio review. Then main review after a month with other specific mate 20 videos in between.
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My next video is the audio review. Then main review after a month with other specific mate 20 videos in between.
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Can you speak about the headphone volume please. I notice people always talk about loud speaker but reviews rarely ever talk about how loud the phone is in earphones as Huawei phones generally seem to be low in earphones just like Sony phones. If this phone is not loud in earphones then note 9 it is
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Can you speak about the headphone volume please. I notice people always talk about loud speaker but reviews rarely ever talk about how loud the phone is in earphones as Huawei phones generally seem to be low in earphones just like Sony phones. If this phone is not loud in earphones then note 9 it is
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My audio reviews always cover that. Wired. Wireless. Speaker. USB c. Using dacs. And headphones that sound best with phone. Etc.
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My audio reviews always cover that. Wired. Wireless. Speaker. USB c. Using dacs. And headphones that sound best with phone. Etc.
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Awesome, looking forward to it as I have until wednesday to pre order to get the free watch and charger if I go down that route.
Handon Mate 20 Pro today. Overall it is very good but some sides still not good as it should be . But I can buy it for 650-700$ so it worth to try
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Handon Mate 20 Pro today. Overall it is very good but some sides still not good as it should be . But I can buy it for 650-700$ so it worth to try
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Just got my dedicated audio review up for the Huawei Mate 20 Pro, covering bluetooth, speakers, USB C audio, DACs, dongles , recommendations and more
https://gavinsgadgets.com/2018/10/2...oth-loudspeaker-usb-c-earphones-dacs-dongles/
Watch GT - messages from phone
Hi Gavin,
I have seen your review about the Watch GT.
Please speak about the connection with the Mate 20 Pro.
How about the messages from the phone Gmail, Whatsapp Hangouts etc.
Thanks
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My audio reviews always cover that. Wired. Wireless. Speaker. USB c. Using dacs. And headphones that sound best with phone. Etc.
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Hi Gavin,
I have seen your review about the Watch GT.
Please speak about the connection with the Mate 20 Pro.
How about the messages from the phone Gmail, Whatsapp Hangouts etc.
Thanks
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Thanks for feedback. Once I get my own Watch GT, I will let you know, which wont be long now before its delivered.
My main review is now live. Check first post for the links to the 2 part camera review and the audio review. Main review as below with an honest comparison versus Pixel 3 XL, Note 9 and iPhone Xr/Xs.
https://gavinsgadgets.com/2018/11/1...s-iphone-xs-xr-samsung-note-9-and-pixel-3-xl/
I am on Sprint and currently have the LG V30+ someone I know has a Note 9 that I can buy for $475 cash. I'm big on photos and play some games like PUBG and a couple others. I understand on the tech side the Note has more RAM (4gb vs 6gb) and the upgraded processor (835 vs 845). Just want to make sure it makes sense, any input appreciated!
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I am on Sprint and currently have the LG V30+ someone I know has a Note 9 that I can buy for $475 cash. I'm big on photos and play some games like PUBG and a couple others. I understand on the tech side the Note has more RAM (4gb vs 6gb) and the upgraded processor (835 vs 845). Just want to make sure it makes sense, any input appreciated!
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I just went from LG V30 to Note 9 snapdragon, and I can (anecdotally) say it is better in almost every way, with the exception of sound. The DAC on LG is way better. But display, camera, battery life, and processing speed are better on the Note. There is also the S pen, but I have yet to find a use for mine.
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I just went from LG V30 to Note 9 snapdragon, and I can (anecdotally) say it is better in almost every way, with the exception of sound. The DAC on LG is way better. But display, camera, battery life, and processing speed are better on the Note. There is also the S pen, but I have yet to find a use for mine.
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Good to know, that's what I was hoping to hear. The last Note I had was a 4 and it was awesome. I do like the DAC but it sounds like there is way more positives.
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Good to know, that's what I was hoping to hear. The last Note I had was a 4 and it was awesome. I do like the DAC but it sounds like there is way more positives.
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Definitely more positives. But man, after having good sound, it's hard to move to something inferior. Around 60% of my phone use is music, whether it's at home, on my car, or outside. I just wish I had gone for the Exynos version so that I could at least root and add viper. But it's the only thing I miss.
The software is also more polished, and Samsung adds a lot of value with their custom user interface. Some may consider it bloat, but I like it.
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I am on Sprint and currently have the LG V30+ someone I know has a Note 9 that I can buy for $475 cash. I'm big on photos and play some games like PUBG and a couple others. I understand on the tech side the Note has more RAM (4gb vs 6gb) and the upgraded processor (835 vs 845). Just want to make sure it makes sense, any input appreciated!
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For 475 buy it. I'd buy them all day long at 475. If you don't like it, sell it and make a couple hundred dollars on it. No brainer IMO.
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Hi, I also listen to music a lot. And I also have a Snapdragon Note 9. I have a couple of questions, as you seem to really enjoy your mobile music as well..
1 - Is it not good enough using the Dolby Atmos + Equalizer provided by default? Would Viper be much of an improvement? I can hear a considerable difference using these two, compared to no tuning at all.
2 - For wired headphones VS bluetooth.. I know Bluetooth is still not comparable, but I got the Jabra Elite 65t and quite enjoy it. Sometimes I still use my wired ones though. Does Viper work well for both wired and Bluetooth? Does it really improve the experience?
3 - Apart from Viper, any personal recommendations that might make listening to music a better experience?
I went V30 to Note 9 Exynos and it's been great, the DAC in the Exynos devices is really not too far from the V30's.
Plus just saw a video of a real day use of the camera on note 9 vs pixel 3 xl and apart from front and night shots note 9 did better then the pixel.
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Hi, I also listen to music a lot. And I also have a Snapdragon Note 9. I have a couple of questions, as you seem to really enjoy your mobile music as well..
1 - Is it not good enough using the Dolby Atmos + Equalizer provided by default? Would Viper be much of an improvement? I can hear a considerable difference using these two, compared to no tuning at all.
2 - For wired headphones VS bluetooth.. I know Bluetooth is still not comparable, but I got the Jabra Elite 65t and quite enjoy it. Sometimes I still use my wired ones though. Does Viper work well for both wired and Bluetooth? Does it really improve the experience?
3 - Apart from Viper, any personal recommendations that might make listening to music a better experience?
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Appart from an old set of 3.5 apple eardbuds, I listen mostly via Bluetooth. Atmos makes a little improvement. Problem is there is no custom option. I have a Pixel 2 XL as a backup phone, and I use it more than the N9 because of viper for Android. The amount of control on viper can be overwhelming, but if you take the time so can be the results. It works on all my apps (Spotify, Pandora, Play Music and TuneIn) and you can save a different preset for every Bluetooth device if you want to. Viper might not make Bluetooth headsets as good as wired ones, but it makes damn close.
Besides viper I have used Equalizer FX. It does give you some control but it does not work with Pandora or TuneIn, sometimes you have to restart the app, and with pie beta it does not seem to work at all.
Is anyone using Galaxy Buds with their P30 pro? I've just switched from the Galaxy S10+ and I've found that when I use the galaxy buds with the P30 pro I'm getting really poor call quality on the receiver's end. Sounds fine for me, but people on the other end say they have trouble hearing me and that I sound like I'm underwater. When I switch back to the S10+ then my calls sound normal again. Anyone else experiencing this issue, or have any suggestions?
I think the issue is the buds itself i read about that issue with other phones as well. There supposed to some updates from Samsung to improve the quality. I have one myself I don't mind the audio for listening it's pretty decent however the call quality is crap a lot of feed back. I don't really care to be honest since i only use it mostly for music. I really like it for the comfort and case size it's nice and small compared to others. Could there be improvements for sure. But you'll probably need to pay a higher price if you want something better overall. But even with the expensive ones that I've seen the casing way to big for me. To be honest i'm eyeing on the Google buds waiting for those one to be available like to see how good they are.
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Is anyone using Galaxy Buds with their P30 pro? I've just switched from the Galaxy S10+ and I've found that when I use the galaxy buds with the P30 pro I'm getting really poor call quality on the receiver's end. Sounds fine for me, but people on the other end say they have trouble hearing me and that I sound like I'm underwater. When I switch back to the S10+ then my calls sound normal again. Anyone else experiencing this issue, or have any suggestions?
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Been using buds with mine for months now, absolutely no issues! I use it mainly for phone calls and never heard anyone complain even outdoors.
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I think the issue is the buds itself i read about that issue with other phones as well. There supposed to some updates from Samsung to improve the quality. I have one myself I don't mind the audio for listening it's pretty decent however the call quality is crap a lot of feed back. I don't really care to be honest since i only use it mostly for music. I really like it for the comfort and case size it's nice and small compared to others. Could there be improvements for sure. But you'll probably need to pay a higher price if you want something better overall. But even with the expensive ones that I've seen the casing way to big for me. To be honest i'm eyeing on the Google buds waiting for those one to be available like to see how good they are.
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That's the strange thing though, they sound fine when I pair them with the S10+, it's only when I pair them with the P30 pro that the call quality sucks, which doesn't really make sense to me. I'll try them out with a couple more devices to see whether it's the buds themselves that don't play well with non-Samsung devices or whether it's the P30 pro that doesn't like them.
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That's the strange thihttps://forum.xda-developers.com/huawei-p30-prong though, they sound fine when I pair them with the S10+, it's only when I pair them with the P30 pro that the call quality sucks, which doesn't really make sense to me. I'll try them out with a couple more devices to see whether it's the buds themselves that don't play well with non-Samsung devices or whether it's the P30 pro that doesn't like them.
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I'm just going though the thread myself looks like everyone is complaining a lot about similar issues and other issues.
us.community.samsung.com/t5/Gear-and-Gear-Fit/Galaxy-Buds-terrible-Bluetooth-interference
if you want to google that
I have had same problem on my p30 pro and friends one plus 7 pro. I sold them cuz there is obviously some problem when using them with non sams phone. Thats my conclusion
Hi, just yesterday i bought a realme gt2 global version. I have been testing all the functions and it works perfectly, but in particular the quality of its microphone is horrible. I do not know if it is only my unit or if it happens in all units. Does anyone know something? Thanks
Oh man, hoping it is just yours - when I receive mine I will be able to confirm but I will likely only receive it end of the month / early April.
I noticed the same on some youtube video camera samples, in videos it sounds muffled. Do you mean call quality is bad too?
Same here. Compared with GT Neo 2 this GT2 mic is worse!
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I noticed the same on some youtube video camera samples, in videos it sounds muffled. Do you mean call quality is bad too?
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Yep, calle quality is bad too... Im going to return my unit...
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Oh man, hoping it is just yours - when I receive mine I will be able to confirm but I will likely only receive it end of the month / early April.
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Good luck... It seems is on all units...
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Yep, calle quality is bad too... Im going to return my unit...
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May I ask which one are you going to buy?
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May I ask which one are you going to buy?
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I think im between a Realme GT neo 2 (It has a good mic, but bad cameras....) or a Oneplus 9 Pro on 550€ (second hand but almost like new)... Its a shame, i was really happy with my GT2, but im going to hate not being able to send a WhatsApp audio with good quality...
alitopxD said:
I think im between a Realme GT neo 2 (It has a good mic, but bad cameras....) or a Oneplus 9 Pro on 550€ (second hand but almost like new)... Its a shame, i was really happy with my GT2, but im going to hate not being able to send a WhatsApp audio with good quality...
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In the tests that I have tried the Neo2 was better, but a little better. Taking into account the section of the cameras (the main one of the Neo2 is much worse than the imx766) and that it is from last year and will stop receiving updates a year before,… For my part, I would wait for the Neo3 or the Poco F4 to assess changing it. It is true that the price of the GT2 is a bit high compared to the Neo2, but if you have bought it on sale I think it is a good purchase, since the camera alone is worth about ~120$.
I also think that it is very valid for sending audio and talking on the phone, it may not be the best microphone but it defends itself. Maybe it can be fixed in an update (who knows?).
Sigh, this is really frustrating. I wonder if the Pro has the same issue?
So if one is on a phone, not on loudspeaker is it an issue or only if on loudspeaker?
WhatsApp voice notes not great quality either, not ideal. Wonder if an update would fix it although I'm assuming not.
Is there anyway to submit feedback to Realme? I'm hoping this is software, seems like such a dumb mistake or stupid place to cut corners
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In this test video you can hear that the mic is very tinny... But it doesn't seem all too bad.
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seems like such a [...] stupid place to cut corners
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Yes, couldn't agree more...
I just received my device and the microphone doesn't sound bad!
I was prepared to send it back because of the mic but that isn't the case.
I have the global version and a quick comparison against my OP 5T its much worse. Theres background noise and it sounds muffled on the GT2 whereas my old phone sounds very clear compared to it.
This with the notification issue a few other people are having I may have to send it back
I just tested the mic and yeah it's not as good as my previous phone but it's not that bad.
Judging by what I've heard the problem is in the audio bit rate, realme for some reason keeps lauching phones with 96kbps instead of the minimum 192 or even 320kb.
Let's see if with the next updates they fix it. The march update is late by the way. Still on february security patch.
Hi! New owner of the GT2, having the same issue. I've reporter it here: https://c.realme.com/in/post-details/1511645176815226880 , don't know if is the right place, but let's hope... Also, please report, maybe it will be fixed.
I did something to test if it's a hardware problem or software related. You can check different audio types of recording using Open Camera from Google Play. In Open Camera there is an option to change the audio by going to Settings, Video settings..., Audio source, and chose which sounds better to you. So, lets hope for an update from realme or for a way to root and manualy fix this.
As I've said before my suspicions are correct, it's the software.
I recorded videos in different audio sources and they all sound **** but in Unprocessed mode it sounds clean as it can be, the only problem is the volume, it's very quiet and there's white noise.
They have to tweak the noise supression algorithm. It sounds like my headset microphone without post processing (noise supression, echo cancelation) my voice sounds correct but there's white noise and keyboard/mouse are audible.
With it enabled, I sound more "artificial" but the background noises are supressed.
And of course increase the bit rate, it's at 93kb. Lol
Such a pitty phones have soo many bugs and issues now a days.
I ended up getting a refund on my GT2as the store could not get the global version and then purchased a OnePlus 9RT. Seems I may have dodged a bullet and skipped owning a buggy phone.
My GFs Redmi Note 10 Pro also had issues with the mic and proximity sensor. Great phone otherwise, but makes it frustrating for her to use.
Hopefully Realme fix the issue.
Was looking forward to buy this. First, the screen quality issue. Next, this mic issue. As tech experts say, 'Dont buy a phone with issues, hoping about future updates'. Might have to drop this phone, and buy GT Neo 3.