🎧 Mobile Audio Streaming
Explore how to manage audio channels and streaming settings in InterScribe.
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💡 Overview
Sometimes you need to stream audio from a phone or tablet — whether interpreters are on the move, you're covering a field event, or a laptop isn't available. InterScribe supports mobile streaming via mobile browsers, with a dedicated mobile app in development.
🎯 Best for:
- On-the-go interpreters
- Ad-hoc field reporting
- Backup streaming when laptops are unavailable
🌐 Streaming via Mobile Browser
You can use the Streamer Dashboard or Web Agent directly from your mobile device.
Steps:
Open Chrome (Android) or Safari (iOS)
Navigate to your InterScribe session or Web Agent URL
Authenticate:
- Use your InterScribe login (for Streamer)
- Or enter an Agent Key (for Web Agent)
Grant microphone permissions when prompted
Select your audio input (built-in mic, headset, or external mic)
Tap Connect Audio to begin streaming
📝 Note: Microphone permissions may reset when refreshing the page. Re-grant access if needed.
🎧 Choosing the Right Microphone
| Type | Notes |
|---|---|
| Wired headset (recommended) | Reduces background noise and echo; stable connection |
| Bluetooth headset | Convenient but may introduce slight latency — test before use |
| USB-C / Lightning microphones | Ideal for higher-quality capture; browser support varies by device |
| Built-in mic | Least reliable; sensitive to ambient noise |
🔁 Language Switching (Interpreters Only)
If you're using the Streamer Dashboard to interpret:
- Disconnect and re-select the language channel to switch mid-session
- For example: start in Spanish → stop → switch to Portuguese → reconnect
✅ Best Practices
| Best Practice | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Use Wi‑Fi over cellular | Reduces risk of dropouts or jitter |
| Charge your device | Audio streaming drains battery quickly — plug in during long events |
| Minimize noise | Better transcription and listener experience |
| Airplane mode + Wi‑Fi | Prevents calls from disrupting the stream |
| Use Do Not Disturb | Avoids vibration and notification interruptions |
❓ FAQs
Is there a mobile app? Not yet — but an iOS/Android app is in development. It will support better background streaming and notifications.
Can I stream video from mobile? No — InterScribe currently supports audio-only from mobile. Video sources (e.g. YouTube/Vimeo) can be embedded via session settings.
What happens if I receive a call while streaming? It may pause or stop the stream. Use airplane mode with Wi-Fi enabled or Do Not Disturb to avoid interruptions.
Can I use this for interpretation? Yes — with the Streamer Dashboard (not Web Agent), interpreters can select their language and stream directly.