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iPhone has excellent built-in microphones and several options for recording audio. The best method depends on what you want to do with the recording — just listen back, or transcribe it.
Best ways to record audio on iPhone
Voice Memos (built-in) — best for quick recordings you just want to play back
Camera app — records video with audio in MP4 format
Talk2Memo — best for recordings you want to transcribe and search
GarageBand — best for music and high-quality audio production
Third-party recorders — various options for field recording and podcasting
The best way to record and transcribe on iPhone
For recordings you want to transcribe, Talk2Memo is the best option. It records audio on iPhone and transcribes it in real time with speaker labels. After recording, the AI summary extracts key points automatically.
Record and transcribe on iPhone
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