Should built‑in smartphone mics be considered sufficient for podcasters?

01 Eyl 04:00

There's a growing trend of creators relying solely on the microphones that come with their phones. On one hand, they're always with you, cheap and get decent quality for casual talks or quick interviews. On the other, they can struggle with background noise, limited frequency response and lack of directional control, which matters for longer podcasts or music sessions. I'm curious how the community balances convenience against audio fidelity. Do you stick with built‑in mics and use software tricks, or do you switch to an external solution for most recordings? What factors tip the scale for you?