Rode has released a firmware update enabling its Wireless Pro and Wireless Go (third-gen) microphones to connect directly to iPhones and iPads via Bluetooth. This Direct Connect feature eliminates the need for a physical receiver, requiring only the Rode Capture app. The update maintains the systems' broadcast-quality audio while supporting dual-transmitter recording options.
Rode, a prominent audio equipment manufacturer, announced a firmware update on February 16, 2026, for its Wireless Pro and Wireless Go (third-gen) microphones. The update introduces the Direct Connect feature, previously available only on the Wireless Micro model. This allows the microphones to pair directly with iPhones and iPads over Bluetooth, bypassing the traditional receiver setup.
To use Direct Connect, users need the Rode Capture app. The company emphasized that the update preserves the "broadcast-quality audio both wireless systems are known for." It also supports recording from two transmitters in two modes: merged, which combines audio into a single stereo track, or split, which records on separate channels for post-production flexibility.
This development simplifies workflows for content creators, who can now forgo additional hardware when working with iOS devices. Rode's move to enhance existing products through software updates is seen as beneficial for users' budgets and the environment, while bolstering the brand's reputation.
The update aligns with Rode's efforts to improve compatibility in mobile audio production, building on the Wireless Micro's capabilities.
