Your MacBook`s built-in microphone is clear and sensitive, but by default, it is always on. If you wish to mute your microphone for security or other reasons, you need iMute!
iMute is displayed on top of all other apps, and it mutes your microphone, with a click of the mouse.
iMute is perfect for use with Skype and other communication software to ensure a muted microphone.
To witness iMute`s ability, you may open up the sound panel under system preferences and notice that even if the input volume is at minimal value, you can still see that the microphone is still capturing your voice and the input indicators are flashing.
You may notice that even while you are listening to music or watching movies, your microphone is still on.
But with iMute is running, the microphone is guarantied be muted!
In addition, iMute will double check the mute status every 2 minutes to secure you from hackers trying to access your mic.
NOTE: The iMute app can only be purchased via the Mac App Store (the buy link redirects you to its App Store page). To purchase/download applications via the App Store an Apple account is required.
Here are some key features of "iMute":
· Easy to use, No complex sliders or buttons. Simply start the app to mute and exit to un-mute
· Always-on-top display
· desktop icon can be dragged anywhere
· auto check mute status every 2 minutes
· Perfect for use with Skype and other communication software to ensure a muted mic
What`s New in This Release: [ read full changelog ]
· change "auto check mute status" to every 3 minutes;
· change the size of app icon;