Frequently Asked Questions

Which version of Megaphone is right for me?

Which version of Megaphone is right for me?

Free Version

Free from the app store

Available via in-app purchase

Pro Version
$4.99 USD

Connect to Bluetooth speakers

Crystal-clear sound quality

Connect to wired speakers

Connect to speakers via AirPlay

Stream your voice to a second iOS device*

Use Megaphone as a receiver on a second iOS device

Stream your voice to an Apple TV**

Run Megaphone in the background

Dark mode

Ad-free usage

Free

One-off fee

What configurations are supported by Megaphone?

1. Wired speakers: connect an iPhone or iPad to external speakers via the headphone jack or lightning port.

2. Wireless speakers: connect an iPhone or iPad to external speakers via Bluetooth or AirPlay (requires Megaphone Pro, available via in-app purchase).

3. Stream to a second iOS device: connect a primary (microphone) iPhone or iPad to a target (receiving) iPhone or iPad over Wi-Fi. Then connect the target (receiving) device to wired speakers via the headphone jack or lightning port.

The primary (microphone) device should be running Megaphone Pro; the target (receiving) device can be running the free version of Megaphone or Megaphone Pro. Both devices should be on the same Wi-Fi network or sharing a Personal Hotspot.

4. Apple TV as a receiver: from within Megaphone, connect an iPhone or iPad to an Apple TV that is on the same Wi-Fi network. The iPhone or iPad should be running Megaphone Pro. The Apple TV should be running Megaphone for Apple TV.**

If you have automatic downloads enabled on your Apple TV, Megaphone will appear on your Apple TV home screen after you’ve downloaded the iOS version. If you have not enabled automatic downloads on your Apple TV, Megaphone for Apple TV is available from the Apple TV App Store as a free download.

Which configurations offer the best sound quality?

For the best sound quality, connect an iPhone or iPad to external speakers via the headphone jack or lightning port.

If you are in a larger space or the speaker jack is too far away, connect a primary (microphone) iPhone or iPad to a target (receiving) iPhone or iPad over Wi-Fi with Megaphone Pro. Then connect the target (receiving) iPhone or iPad to wired speakers via the headphone jack or lightning port.

I’m experiencing latency when streaming my voice to Bluetooth speakers. Is this normal?

Yes. When connecting an iPhone or iPad to external speakers via Bluetooth or AirPlay, you may experience a short delay between speaking into the primary (microphone) device and hearing your voice through the speakers. This is a result of the way Bluetooth streams audio. For best results in a wireless situation, try connecting a primary (microphone) iPhone or iPad to a target (receiving) iPhone or iPad over Wi-Fi with Megaphone Pro.

I can’t connect to a second iOS device or an Apple TV, even when it is on the same Wi-Fi network. What is going wrong?

Check your network configuration. Certain Wi-Fi networks, including some enterprise, university and public networks, use security protocols that prohibit certain types of network traffic. These include Virtual Local Area networks (VLANs). Contact your network administrator for more information.

If you are experiencing problems connecting to a second iPhone or iPad over Wi-Fi, or no Wi-Fi network is available, try setting up a Personal Hotspot on either device and connecting both devices to the Personal Hotspot.

Can I use other apps or functions on my iPhone or iPad while Megaphone is running?

Yes. With Megaphone Pro you can stream your voice in the background while using other apps on your iPhone or iPad.

Can I use my AirPods or EarPods as a microphone?

AirPods, EarPods and other external headsets or microphones can function as a microphone only if you are streaming your voice from a primary (microphone) iPhone or iPad to a target (receiving) iPhone or iPad over Wi-Fi with Megaphone Pro.

When AirPods, EarPods and other external headsets or microphones are connected to the primary device, Megaphone can only output your voice over Wi-Fi (or to the external headset itself).

The ads in Megaphone are annoying. What can I do?

For ad-free usage, upgrade to Megaphone Pro via in-app purchase.

How do I upgrade to Megaphone Pro?

Megaphone Pro is available via in-app purchase. Go to the Settings menu in Megaphone to upgrade.

Which devices are supported by Megaphone?

iPhone
  • iPhone XR
  • iPhone XS
  • iPhone XS Max
  • iPhone X
  • iPhone 8
  • iPhone 8 Plus
  • iPhone 7
  • iPhone 7 Plus
  • iPhone 6s
  • iPhone 6s Plus
  • iPhone 6
  • iPhone 6 Plus
  • iPhone SE
  • iPhone 5s
iPad
  • 12.9-inch iPad Pro (3rd generation)
  • 12.9-inch iPad Pro (2nd generation)
  • 12.9-inch iPad Pro (1st generation)
  • iPad Pro (11-inch)
  • iPad Pro (10.5-inch)
  • iPad Pro (9.7-inch)
  • iPad Air (3rd generation)
  • iPad Air 2
  • iPad Air
  • iPad (6th generation)
  • iPad (5th generation)
  • iPad mini (5th generation)
  • iPad mini 4
  • iPad mini 3
  • iPad mini 2
iPod Touch
  • iPod touch (7th generation)
  • iPod touch (6th generation)
Apple TV
  • Apple TV 4K
  • Apple TV (4th generation)

I still have questions. What should I do?

Get in touch and one of our team will review your query.

* The primary (microphone) iPhone or iPad should be running Megaphone Pro. The target (receiving) iPhone or iPad can be running Megaphone or Megaphone Pro. Both devices should be on the same Wi-Fi network or sharing a Personal Hotspot. Some closed networks, VLANs and other security restrictions may prohibit usage over Wi-Fi. Contact your network administrator for more information.

** Requires Apple TV fourth-generation or later.

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