How to Listen Audio From Pc via USB Tethering

To listen to audio from your PC through your smartphone using USB tethering, it requires a specific setup and may not be as straightforward as other methods. Here’s a general approach to achieve this:

1. Enable USB Tethering: First, connect your smartphone to your PC via USB cable and enable USB tethering on your smartphone. This allows your PC to use your smartphone's internet connection.

2. Use Software to Redirect Audio: You'll need software that can redirect audio output from your PC to your smartphone. One example of software that can achieve this is SoundWire.

·     SoundWire: SoundWire is an app that allows you to stream any audio from your PC to your Android device over a Wi-Fi or USB connection. While it's primarily designed for Wi-Fi, some users have reported success using it over USB tethering by configuring it appropriately.

3. Configuration:

·     Install SoundWire on your Android smartphone and the SoundWire Server on your PC.

·     Connect your smartphone to your PC via USB and ensure USB tethering is active.

·     Open SoundWire on both devices. On the PC, select the appropriate audio output (e.g., speakers or headphones) that you want to stream to your smartphone.

·     On your smartphone, connect to the SoundWire server running on your PC. You may need to enter the IP address of your PC manually if automatic discovery doesn’t work over USB tethering.

4. Audio Playback: Once connected, any audio played on your PC should be transmitted to your smartphone and can be listened to through your smartphone's speakers or headphones.

While USB tethering primarily serves as an internet connection method, using apps like SoundWire creatively can allow you to extend its functionality to stream audio as well. Keep in mind that the effectiveness may vary depending on your specific devices and software configurations.

How To Listen Audio From Pc Through A Smart Phone

It is possible to listen to audio from your PC through your smartphone. There are a few methods you can use to achieve this:

1. Streaming Services/Applications: Many audio streaming services like Spotify, Apple Music, or even YouTube allow you to play music on your PC and then continue listening on your smartphone. You would typically log in with the same account on both devices, and the service will sync playback across them.

2. Remote Desktop Applications: You can use remote desktop applications such as Chrome Remote Desktop, Microsoft Remote Desktop, or TeamViewer to control your PC from your smartphone. This way, you can play audio on your PC and listen to it through your smartphone's speakers or headphones.

3. Media Servers: Setting up a media server on your PC, such as Plex or VLC media server, allows you to stream audio (and video) to your smartphone over Wi-Fi or even the internet. These servers typically require you to install an app on your smartphone that can connect to the server running on your PC.

4. Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Audio Streaming: Some apps and devices support direct audio streaming from PC to smartphone over Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. For example, apps like SoundWire or Wi-Fi Audio Wireless Speaker allow you to stream audio output from your PC to your smartphone over a local Wi-Fi network.

Each method has its advantages and requirements, so the best choice depends on your specific needs, such as whether you want to stream live audio or access a library of music stored on your PC.