Is there an app to hear conversations far away?

Yes, you can install apps that provide access to the microphone of the device where you install them. Some allow overhearing surroundings in stealth mode, while others (like Findmykids) notify cell phone users that they are being listened to in live mode.

Can your cell phone be used as a listening device?

You can use your smartphone as a listening device by installing the Findmykids app. To access your child’s phone microphone, you will need to install the Pingo app on their device and connect with the parent. Nobody can use your phone’s microphone through Findmykids app.

How can I listen to distant conversations?

You can do it in a few steps: 1) Install the Findmykids app on your smartphone 2) Install the Pingo app on your kid’s smartphone 3) Enable all required access settings 4) Tap the mic icon in the Findmykids app and launch the Live Sound Around function Five trial minutes will be available right after app installation.

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Sound Around Child

No more worries about your kid’s safety!

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use the app to find out what your child is up to
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when the kid does not answer your the calls
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when your son or daughter can’t talk right now
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when they are in unknown places

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With Sound Around
in Findmykids app, you can:

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listen to your kid’s phone surroundings in real time
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connect the child’s microphone to your smartphone flawlessly
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find out where and with whom your children are hanging out
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make sure your kid is safe or reveal potentially dangerous situations as soon as possible
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protect your children from bullying, bad associations
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check the sound around to find lost kid’s smartphone

Avoid trust issues — the Findmykids app notifies kids when live listening is on

If your kid doesn't pick up the phone
No more trying your patience and panicking when you hear endless dial tone instead of your kid’s voice! If you are not sure of their safety or ability to answer in school you can access their gadget’s microphone in a matter of a few seconds. Listen to your kid’s phone surroundings in real time – most likely, it will help you restore your peace of mind.
Hides the fact of bullying
Have you noticed something unusual about your kid’s behavior? Have they started avoiding school or looking perplexed and worried? These might be the signs of bullying, but you don’t have to guess — open the Findmykids app and hear what is happening in school or other places that your child attends.
Contacted a bad company
Unless you know your kids’ friends in person, it’s impossible to know for sure that they are safe and secure while hanging out with peers. Whenever in doubt, you can monitor phone surroundings and make sure that new acquaintances won’t hurt or negatively influence your child.
Located in a potentially dangerous place
When our kids become independent and go to school or walk on their own, we cannot help worrying about their safety. If you suspect that your little one is in an unknown or dangerous place, don’t rush to panic — open the app and listen to what is happening around. In case of threats, you will be able to react proactively.
Ensure privacy without abusing the trust
When you activate the Sound Around function, their kid receives a notification on the phone. Hence, you make sure that your little ones are okay without having to secretly spy on them. For teenagers, auto monitoring can be turned off. Please, have a conversation with your kids before using Sound Around – trust is really important.

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1M+ reviews on Google Play and AppStore

Zeus Helios

Review from Google Play

Works well. The phone needs connection through WiFi or data. The recording of sound and listening around the childs enviroment is good, also you can send a loud signal sound to your child's phone to attract their attention to their phone. plus the child's phone has an 🆘 which they can use to send a loud signal sound to your phone which works even if your sound is off, only thing is it doest show road names on maps when viewing child's location on Maps. The app has improved. Great app.

Hannah Henson

Review from Google Play

As my son has got older and wanting a little independence I downloaded this app and really like it. We've had a few teething problems but I always contact 'Support' and they are prompt in answering and I have always managed to rectify everything. I especially like how I can listen to what is going on around him and I receive alerts confirming when he has entered school etc. Definitely better than a similar app we tried which wasn't as user friendly and support was in a different language.

Lamara Leigh

Review from Google Play

The app is good if you want to track your child's location. How did they get there? Also, if they aren't answering your messages, phone calls, or you just want peace of mind of who they are with, you can listen to their surroundings. I use it as I started giving my child independence of walking from car into school themselves, and I always listen to surrounds to make sure he made it inside school safely.

Nida Zahra

Review from Google Play

Really happy with this app. It not only keeps your mind at peace by notifying you about your child's precise location and when they leave or arrive at certain premises but it also has this unique feature which allows you to listen to their surrounding which adds another huge layer of security itself as we know they are doing okay and are safe. Happy with the trial and going to buy subscription.

Michelle Young

Review from Google Play

This app is fab, especially if you have a child like mine that is so laid back it's ridiculous and never answers the phone! Not only can you see your child's location in real time, you can listen into their surroundings if they don't answer the phone. This has been a game changer for my child and I.

Diana K

Review from Google Play

Excellent and reliable. I first installed this on a test phone and I was so happy that I bought a lifetime subscription. Then I purchased gps watches, because they're easier for younger kids to have at all times. Now that the kids have phones, this is an exceptional app. I love that I can watch their route in real-time. It gives me HUGE peace of mind.

Claire Kinney

Review from Google Play

Amazing.. My son likes to walk him self to school with friend's as we live close and he's nearly 10, we both love the features and I can follow him to a T if needed definitely worth the upgrade aswell if you want more features! But on the free version is still very useful and easy to use for both myself and son.

Mia Grant

Review from Google Play

This app is the best and worth the price, I can see my daughter's whereabouts plus see if her phone battery percentage and if it's on loud or silent. it also has a messaging system so if U have no credit U can still msg thru the app. amazing.

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FAQ

Is there an app to hear conversations far away?
Yes, you can install apps that provide access to the microphone of the device where you install them. Some allow overhearing surroundings in stealth mode, while others (like Findmykids) notify cell phone users that they are being listened to in live mode.
Can your cell phone be used as a listening device?
You can use your smartphone as a listening device by installing the Findmykids app. To access your child’s phone microphone, you will need to install the Pingo app on their device and connect with the parent. Nobody can use your phone’s microphone through Findmykids app.
How can I listen to distant conversations?
You can do it in a few steps: 1) Install the Findmykids app on your smartphone 2) Install the Pingo app on your kid’s smartphone 3) Enable all required access settings 4) Tap the mic icon in the Findmykids app and launch the Live Sound Around function Five trial minutes will be available right after app installation.

If your kid doesn't pick up the phone

Hides the fact of bullying

Contacted a bad company

Located in a potentially dangerous place

Ensure privacy without abusing the trust

Check tips and tricks for parents in our Blog

FAQ

Is there an app to hear conversations far away?

Can your cell phone be used as a listening device?

How can I listen to distant conversations?