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phonedroid

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I found a call recorder that works without using the speaker phone. The App is called Androrec. https://play.google.com/store/apps/...SwxLDEwMiwiY29tLmFuZHJvZ2xvYmUuYW5kcm9yZWMiXQ It's woking perfectly on a galaxy note 2. It starts recording automatically on every incoming or outgoing call so no remembering or fumbling. The App has 4 record modes. Modes 1 and 3 did not work my phone but mode 2 does. 55 minutes of audio used only 5 MB of disk space. It does not work properly if I'm using a BT headset, only the incoming audio is recorded. The developer advises to get the free version working before considering the paid version. Most people may only need the free version. I bought the $2 paid one to thank the deveoper for something I've been looking for.
 
Of course y'all are fully aware that recording a (phone) conversation is illegal in many countries and States. More so if without the express consent of both or all parties inolved. Still more so if the other party/parties are unaware of the conversation being recorded.

The law on this is a veritable snake pit! And different in every next jurisdiction! Just so that you make an informed decision when you decide to use it!

This was a public service announcement.
 
1819 said:
Of course y'all are fully aware that recording a (phone) conversation is illegal in many countries and States. More so if without the express consent of both or all parties inolved. Still more so if the other party/parties are unaware of the conversation being recorded.

The law on this is a veritable snake pit! And different in every next jurisdiction! Just so that you make an informed decision when you decide to use it!

This was a public service announcement.
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It is legal in the state of Ohio, US to record a conversation if ONE party knows of the recording. (I have my reason for knowing and have confirmed with my lawyer).

It is good to know the laws, that's for sure. A) you don't want to do something illegal and B) You don't want to go through the effort and have it not be admissible in court (if that's your ultimate desire).

That being said, privacy is a pipe dream. Act as if you are always being watched.
 
pwalt said:
That being said, privacy is a pipe dream. Act as if you are always being watched.
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Hello everyone, DroidX2 user here.
This is my first post so, I've gotta say hello everyone!

I tried to find some apps for my phone to no avail.


It is legal in the state of North Dakota, as long as the recordee has given "consent", meaning, that you cannot say, "this call may be recorded" and be "OK". And the audio can be played to others as long as the recording is not used with malicious intent.

Just being a part of the conversation is not good enough.

Detail is:
From the North Dakota State Code

N.D. Cent. Code
 
phonedroid said:
I found a call recorder that works without using the speaker phone. The App is called Androrec.
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I had one that also worked, but overcompressed the soundtrack and, of all things, made the phone reboot every time I called. But Androrec works great... so far.
 
Thanks for the heads up. It is a promising program, but not quite for me.

Rooted Samsung Infuse.
Tried mode 3 since the page said that works for Samsung S2 (which is similar to Infuse).
Worked fine during a few trial runs.
But after using a few times, every once in awhile the person on the other end cannot hear me speak. That is a major bummer. Uninstalled.
 
I've been using CallRecorder on my rooted Galaxy Skyrocket. Has worked flawlessly, keeping record of all my phone calls for the last 6 months.

So handy for work calls, I can just refer back to the recording and don't have to take notes, etc.

And we had a good laugh listening to the recording of the time my brother was locked out of the house and called me to wake me up at 4am to let him in.
 
Does Androrec have a way to delete files individually? All I see is the log with two choices, Delete and Archive. Assuming that tapping Delete poofs them all, I hesitate to try it. Or maybe if I actually spend money on it?
 
jefboyardee said:
That’s too logical. But maybe I’ll just copy the files made, then try it the tap, then put them back if need be... almost empirical.
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But not realistic. You want to know if Androrec deletes different files, no? Then you need to test that with different files, not identical ones.
 
No, I meant I’d back them all up to my PC first, then try deleting individual files with the app, then restore them if they all disappear. Same result.
 
jefboyardee said:
Does Androrec have a way to delete files individually? All I see is the log with two choices, Delete and Archive. Assuming that tapping Delete poofs them all, I hesitate to try it. Or maybe if I actually spendhttp://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B006R3231I/ref=redir_mdp_mobile?ref_=pe_175190_21431760_3p_M3T1_ST1_dp_1 money on it?
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Yes. Click the "delete" button and a new screen will appear with all the recordings listed and an empty check box next to each. Check the individual items you want to delete then click delete again and only those will be deleted. In the paid version delete removes recordings from the list but offers to not fully delete them for three days in case you change your mind.
1819 said:
Of course y'all are fully aware that recording a (phone) conversation is illegal in many countries and States. More so if without the express consent of both or all parties inolved. Still more so if the other party/parties are unaware of the conversation being recorded.

The law on this is a veritable snake pit! And different in every next jurisdiction! Just so that you make an informed decision when you decide to use it!

This was a public service announcement.
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My state uses the one party to the call rule.

There are legitimate reasons to record encounters, video or audio. For instance, people who claim to be victims but are actually the abusers, call them malingerers. 2 years ago I defended myself from very serious accusations with a recording made years earlier. If you have the problems I'm talking about you know who you are.

Don't get a pistol to defend yourself. Somebody may falsely claim you threatened them with it. They won't get away with it if you don't own one. Realistic self defense these days isn't weapons, it's evidence.

Here are a couple of other devices for evidence gathering that are cheap to buy, easy to use and effective. USB flash drive audio recorder with 10-12 hours endurance and small enough to wear around your neck under clothing. 8GB USB Pen Drive Digital Audio Voice Recorder 150 Hours:Amazon:Electronics (Ignore the 150 hours claim.)

If it's discrete video you need this is as good as it gets. This camera has a community of fans with a forum. For surveillance be sure the version you get has the A lens, narrow field, and buy from this seller because others claim to sell the same thing and they don't. http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/view...camera has interesting recreational uses too.
 
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