AudioRecorder

AudioRecorder

Record audio, and then save as a wav file. This is an (almost) exact replica of AudioRecorder: http://webaudiodemos.appspot.com/.

What is AudioRecorder?
AudioRecorder is a user-friendly Chrome extension designed to provide easy access to audio recording directly from your browser. It replicates the functionality of the popular webpage, AudioRecorder, allowing you to record and save audio as a wav file with a click of a button. Suitable for anyone who needs to capture sound quickly and efficiently.
Merlin
Stats
Users: 300,000+
Rating: 3.01 (224)
Version: 0.12 (Last updated: 2015-10-30)
Creation date: 2015-10-30
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • audioCapture
Size: 47.64K
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Merlin
User reviews
User reviews summary
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Pros
  • Simple, one button operation
  • Has the capability to work offline
  • Useful for saving brief voice notes
  • Worked well previously
Cons
  • Struggles with recording for longer durations
  • App crashes when trying to save a long recording
  • Issues with downloading the saved files
  • Stopped working or saving files after being functional initially
  • Doesn't provide an upfront warning about duration limitations
Most mentioned
  • Crashes during saving a long recording
  • Issues with downloading the saved files
  • Unable to record for longer durations
Recent reviews
its great for short clips, but it doesn't seem to work for recording a 45 minute lecture. Lost the entire lecture.
by Sarah Harris Sarah Harris, 2016-04-06

no way of controlling mic sensitivity and it really needs its own player and snipping with active EQ
by mongrel2301 mongrel2301, 2016-03-20

did not work
by KC Chan KC Chan, 2016-03-17
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Safety
Risk impact

AudioRecorder may not be safe to use and it requires some risky permissions. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing.

Risk likelihood

AudioRecorder has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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