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Why does it need access to microphone on Android?

Posted: 17 Apr 2019 14:43
by wroot
Today VLC update popped up on my Huawei/Android 5 tablet and it asked for microphone permission. I don't think it ever asked for this before and i wonder why it needs it.

Re: Why does it need access to microphone on Android?

Posted: 19 Apr 2019 07:18
by Aza
Android TV needs this permission to allow users to search content.
As the app is the same for TV and smartphone/tablet, the permission is asked anywhere. However, it will only be used for a search in TV mode.

Re: Why does it need access to microphone on Android?

Posted: 21 Apr 2019 12:30
by wroot
Thanks for clarification