# Sound Wave

> A very basic application that shows the sound wave of whatever it hears.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.synaptik.soundwave](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.synaptik.soundwave)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.synaptik.soundwave`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** Dan Watling
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 1,191,650
- **Rating:** 4.18 / 5 (4,048 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.0.1
- **Last updated:** 2021-06-22
- **First published:** 2012-07-22
- **Data as of:** 2025-02-19
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.synaptik.soundwave)
- **Website:** [https://www.synaptik.com](https://www.synaptik.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://synaptik.com/privacy](https://synaptik.com/privacy)

## Description

"Sound Wave" is a basic Android application that visualizes sound waves captured by your device's microphone. It functions like a sound oscilloscope, allowing users to see what sounds look like in real time. This app does not record any audio, ensuring privacy. For enhanced features, consider trying Sound Wave Pro, which offers additional capabilities and Live Wallpaper support. Experience sound like never before with Sound Wave!

## Review summary

### Pros

- Simple and easy to use
- Accurately displays sound waves
- Useful for educational purposes, especially in teaching concepts of sound physics

### Cons

- Lacks customization options (themes and appearance)
- Limited functionality (only shows sound waves without recording or importing features)
- Flickering and performance issues (e.g., low frame rate)

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.synaptik.soundwave)