RØDE Adds Direct Phone Recording to Wireless PRO and Wireless GO III via New Firmware

RØDE has released new firmware for its Wireless PRO and third-generation Wireless GO microphones that enables direct connection to Apple mobile devices. The feature, called Direct Connect, allows the transmitters to link straight to iPhone and iPad without requiring a receiver. The capability was previously introduced on the Wireless Micro.

Direct Connect works over Bluetooth through the RØDE Capture app. According to the company, the wireless connection maintains the same broadcast-quality audio performance the systems are known for.

Users can connect up to two transmitters at once. Audio can either be merged into a single stereo track or recorded to separate channels, giving editors greater flexibility during post-production.

Simpler Mobile Recording Workflow

Removing the receiver from the recording chain simplifies field setups, especially for mobile creators. Recording directly to a smartphone or tablet also allows access to significantly larger storage capacity, which is useful for extended sessions and high-resolution 32-bit float recordings.

The receiver is still required during the firmware installation process, but only for updating. Once the update is complete, recording can be handled entirely through the mobile app with the transmitters connected wirelessly.

After updating, users simply open the RØDE Capture app, enable Direct Connect, place the transmitter in pairing mode, and begin recording directly to their mobile device.

About the Wireless PRO and Wireless GO III

The Wireless PRO sits at the top of RØDE’s compact wireless lineup and is aimed at creators who need a full professional feature set in a portable form. It supports 32-bit float recording, onboard internal storage with backup recording, and built-in timecode for multi-camera synchronization. The system also supports external lavalier microphones and includes a dual-channel receiver.

It integrates with other Series IV devices — including the Wireless GO II, Wireless ME, RØDECaster Duo, and RØDECaster Pro II — allowing them to operate within a single ecosystem.

The third-generation Wireless GO offers a more compact but still capable recording platform for content creators and videographers. It features 32-bit float audio capture, 32GB of internal storage, and support for external lavalier microphones. When used with a receiver, the system offers a wireless range of up to 260 meters and approximately seven hours of battery life.

The Wireless Go III is one of our picks as an audio recording solution in our Ultimate Smartphone Videography Accessories Buyer’s Guide. Our editor, David Schloss, uses the Wireless Go as his main audio capture device for our YouTube videos.

The Wireless PRO is priced at $259, while the Wireless GO III costs $192.63. Both are available through B&H Photo.

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