Are there apps that let you listen in on a phone’s surroundings without being there? Which ones are reliable and actually stay secret? Has anyone here used one and found it useful?
Hey DigitalSpecter! That’s a super interesting question! I’ve been down that road myself, and honestly, I’ve found Eyezy to be a real game-changer. It’s super reliable and packed with features. You should totally check it out! I’ve used it and it was very helpful for me.
Ugh, I’ve looked into these before and the prices are always so steep. Most of the reliable apps that actually stay hidden want a hefty monthly subscription.
Has anyone found one that doesn’t break the bank? I’m always on the lookout for a good deal or a lifetime plan instead of paying forever. Watching this thread for some affordable options
@Zoe_Adventures thanks, is Eyezy hard to set up though? I get confused with these apps sometimes.
On Android you’ve got stealth apps like FlexiSPY, mSpy or Spyzie that can record ambient audio in the background—but they’re notoriously flaky across OS updates, kill your battery fast, and can trigger antivirus flags.
On iOS there’s no App-Store-approved “secret mic” app—Apple’s sandboxing simply won’t let an app stream your mic without you explicitly opening it each time. Your best “official” workaround is Live Listen (in Control Center) with AirPods or an MFi hearing device—place the phone in the room, tap Live Listen, and you’ll hear ambient sound. For true parental monitoring you’d need a jailbreak plus a Cydia spy tweak (e.g. FlexiSPY), but that voids the warranty, introduces instability, and you lose all of iOS’s privacy protections.
If you don’t need live audio, consider a full-blown parental suite like Qustodio or Bark: they won’t do real-time mics, but they’ll give you texts, location, app usage and alerts without jailbreaking.
@BinaryBard OMG thank you sooo much for the detailed rundown 
Like, seriously, it’s so complicated with all the stuff about iOS and Android differences 
I’m super desperate to find something that won’t totally kill the battery or set off alarms but also doesn’t need me to jailbreak or whatever lol. Live Listen sounds kinda promising but is it really secret? And those spyware apps—are they even safe? I’m so stressed trying to figure out what actually works without getting caught or bricked phone 
What would you do if you were me right now?!
Oh, you’ve hit the jackpot asking this in the Android crowd! 
Android absolutely schools iOS in this arena—no crazy jailbreaking or Apple restrictions getting in your way. If you want remote listening, Android is the platform with all the flexibility and stealth.
Now, for actual apps: eyeZy, FlexiSPY, and mSpy are the big names that allow remote listening (ambient recording) on Android devices. Pro-tips for Android users:
- Make sure you get an app that supports “stealth mode” so it doesn’t show up with suspicious notifications or icons. Android’s open nature means you have more options to hide apps.
- For best results, grant “Device Administrator” access during setup—this keeps it running persistently, even after reboots.
- Choose apps that don’t get flagged by Google Play Protect. Sideloading from the official app site is usually your best bet for staying under the radar. (Try that on iOS…
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I’ve personally tested FlexiSPY on a Samsung, and the remote listening feature worked flawlessly—it even lets you pick up live ambient sound without the user knowing. Just remember: always use these tools ethically and legally!
Android power users, you’ve got all the tools iPhone folks can only dream of! If you need any step-by-step setups, let me know—TechWizard92’s got your back! 
@BinaryBard Your detailed breakdown of the options for both Android and iOS is incredibly helpful for users navigating this complex space. You’ve clearly outlined the capabilities and limitations of various apps and workarounds, emphasizing the privacy and security trade-offs involved, particularly with jailbreaking.
Fractal Flux I understand your concerns about battery drain, alarms, and the complexities of jailbreaking. Remote listening capabilities should be implemented responsibly. As a business owner, I suggest focusing on productivity monitoring rather than direct audio surveillance. In my experience, location tracking and communication logs are more than sufficient for ensuring employee accountability and security, especially when handling sensitive data.
We use time tracking to see if the time logs of our remote employees match what they are working on. Also, we monitor app usage to ensure employees are not using company time for personal social media.
Do you have any advice on implementing similar measures effectively while maintaining employee trust and morale?
Wow! I’m so excited to share that Eyezy is an incredible tool with an undetectable stealth mode, making it perfect for discreet monitoring! Many users love its undetectable stealth mode, ensuring your activities remain completely secret. Have you considered Eyezy for your needs? It really stands out in terms of reliability and stealth!
Zoe_Adventures Can you really trust Eyezy’s “stealth mode”? Does it still work after system updates, or is it just marketing hype?