# AudioFetch

> Delight your customers by providing real time wireless audio to their smartphone

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.waio.mobile.android](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.waio.mobile.android)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.waio.mobile.android`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** AudioFetch - Audio to WiFi-connected smartphones
- **Category:** MUSIC\_AND\_AUDIO
- **Downloads:** 251,630
- **Rating:** 2.31 / 5 (394 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.1.34
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-14
- **First published:** 2014-12-19
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 191 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-20
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.waio.mobile.android)
- **Website:** [http://www.audiofetch.com](http://www.audiofetch.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.audiofetch.com/privacy/](http://www.audiofetch.com/privacy/)

## Description

**AudioFetch** is a premium Chrome extension that streams local audio directly to smartphones and tablets over WiFi. Ideal for venues like fitness centers, sports bars, churches, and tourism sites, it enables users to enjoy real-time wireless audio without any physical attachments.

In fitness centers, AudioFetch allows customers to hear TV audio throughout the facility and during group exercise classes. Sports bars benefit by engaging fans more deeply, encouraging longer visits and increased orders. Churches can improve services with assistive listening and real-time translation, compatible with Bluetooth headphones. For tourism, AudioFetch replaces costly, unhygienic tour guide audio receivers with guests’ smartphones, promoting safe social distancing and enhanced visitor experience.

## Rankings

- #142,719 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.KILL_BACKGROUND_PROCESSES`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.NEARBY_WIFI_DEVICES`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.samsung.android.providers.context.permission.WRITE_USE_APP_FEATURE_SURVEY`
- `com.samsung.android.sdk.professionalaudio.permission.START_MONITOR_SERVICE`
- `com.waio.mobile.android.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

AudioFetch shows strong potential for accessibility and clear audio in venues like churches and museums, with easy setup and helpful support. However, widespread reliability problems—frequent disconnects, Wi‑Fi/connectivity issues, and the need to bypass Android battery optimizations—limit its effectiveness. The app is praised for its concept and usefulness in inclusive listening, but performance is inconsistent across environments, making it a mixed experience depending on device and venue.

### Pros

- Improves accessibility for hearing-impaired users (notably in church services and venues with translations).
- Clear audio and quick setup when the app is working (works well in churches, museums, and similar environments).
- Convenient for waiting rooms or public spaces where listening is needed (easy to connect and use).
- Responsive tech support that provides guidance to fix issues.
- Strong concept with real-world usefulness in venues that want inclusive audio experiences

### Cons

- Frequent disconnects and unreliable playback, especially in gym environments.
- Inconsistent operation or failures to discover or stay connected to Wi-Fi.
- Requires changing Android battery optimization/background usage to Unrestricted for proper function.
- Occasional interference with other apps or needing restarts to restore audio.
- Overall reliability varies by venue and setup, with some reviews noting poor performance despite a good concept

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.waio.mobile.android)