As promised, Microsoft is close to rolling out a microphone mute switch to Windows 11. The latest dev channel build for the recently released operating system has finally added the mic switch to the ...

Most people don't realize their smart TV is equipped with microphones that may be listening even when you're not using voice commands. These hidden mics enable convenient features like voice search ...

But do you use that mic switch, or does it mostly stay idle? It’s a handy feature, but it might also be a hassle if you’re not particularly concerned about a microphone-equipped gadget sitting in your ...

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Google is expanding ChromeOS security and privacy features that include the ability to cut off camera and microphone access systemwide and new data controls for businesses that make it easier to ...

Voice recognition is undeniable proof that we live in the future, making daily life more convenient. But what’s the downside for always-on devices that constantly listen for commands? It’s just that: ...

Let me preface this by saying that I don't really grok how microphones work, and this question has only proven that point further. I just took an old microphone apart to fix a damaged cord. It had an ...