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Old 08-01-2017, 10:30 PM
 
Location: Panama City, FL
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Help!

I'm studying to take my state boards in 2-weeks (or 1-wk, as a slot just became available... as long as I can get properly prepared) & because the legal material I'm trying to memorize is so dry & dense, I decided today it would be far easier if I could record some of the more difficult info & stuck points, then burn a CD & play it throughout the day or while in the car.

I was hoping to find a free app on my laptop or phone before buying something. I have no issue purchasing something, but since I'll only need this as a studying tool & then will unlikely use it again, I thought I'd search for free 1st. Also, I was hoping someone already uses an app & finds it useful, free or no.

When I search for "free voice recorder", I seem to only find apps that will record YTube vids or capture audio streams. I looked on my phone (I thought for sure there was a voice recording app... although I don't know that it would record lengthy monologues), but can't find it. Disclaimer... doesn't mean it's not there on either device, so forgive me if the answer is obvious... I've been so immersed in cramming info into my brain for wks after long classes, the last few days I hit a wall & had to put all my studying away as I can't brain function in any relevant way. Tomorrow, I have to begin again.

My best guess is I'd need to record a few hrs of info... I'm assuming less than 5-hrs. As a last resort, I could buy one of those pocket recorders. Best Buy has 1 for $30, but I'd rather not toss that $ away, as I'll never use it once I pass my boards.

I also need a solution in 1-2 days, as I have so much studying.

Anyone use anything, free or for purchase, that they like for long voice recordings?

Thank you very much. My stressed to the max brain appreciates it!
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Old 08-02-2017, 08:24 AM
 
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How to use the Voice Recorder in Windows 10 and Windows 10 Mobile | Digital Citizen
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Old 08-03-2017, 01:31 PM
 
Location: Panama City, FL
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Thank you, Tek. I saw that on my Start Menu, but since it says "Trusted Win Store App" underneath it, I wrongly assumed I had to purchase it. It's great & very easy to mark & edit. After 2-days of recording, I'll email it to myself & burn a CD. Thank you again. This is going to be a very helpful tool!
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Old 08-03-2017, 05:30 PM
 
Location: Mount Laurel
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If you don't mind paying for shipping, I'll send you a one these used recorder I have laying around. I have a bunch of these that I am selling. https://www.amazon.com/Olympus-VN-81.../dp/B000NPKO4E


I promise it won't cost you anywhere near $30. Can probably ship it out tomorrow as well
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Old 08-03-2017, 08:08 PM
 
Location: Panama City, FL
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If you don't mind paying for shipping, I'll send you a one these used recorder I have laying around. I have a bunch of these that I am selling. https://www.amazon.com/Olympus-VN-81.../dp/B000NPKO4E


I promise it won't cost you anywhere near $30. Can probably ship it out tomorrow as well
You're a doll, SJ, but I'm using the free computer program included with Win 10 that Tek pointed out & it's working great. I'll let you save it for someone who truly needs it. For me, once the state boards are over, I'll unlikely ever use it again.

Cheers!
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Old 08-07-2017, 10:59 PM
 
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Hey, Instead of looking for a software to do voice recoder for your win 10, 8. I think you can use Sound recoder, that intergate with your window. It's simple and convenient to use. . Just open search bar and enter : Voice Recorder. it's simple, right?
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Old 08-08-2017, 05:54 PM
 
Location: Panama City, FL
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Hey, Instead of looking for a software to do voice recoder for your win 10, 8. I think you can use Sound recoder, that intergate with your window. It's simple and convenient to use. . Just open search bar and enter : Voice Recorder. it's simple, right?
Yes, that was already mentioned by Tek in the 2nd post, but thanks for the reply. That's what I'm using & it's very helpful. Crisp, clear recordings sans external mic, too. Full steam ahead with the bloody studying.

Oh, welcome to the forum, as well.
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