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WBUR

by 90.9 WBUR, Boston’s NPR news station

iPhone · iPad

Active Last checked 31 Jul 2026

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  • Free to download

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Screens

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Ratings & reviews

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4.9 4021 ratings · App Store

  1. 5/5Finally Works ! ! !

    The version that came out about May 15, 2023 works about as well as the version from years ago, which is very good. It was disturbing to hear the on-air people recommending the new app, which was Much Worse As other reviewers recently wrote, the older version was much better. I am really sorry I updated and I wish I could go back. I can’t find the sleep function, if it is still there. It is especially bad to hear the start-up underwriting announcement yet again after a brief interruption when I am listening to a story. (Yes, I can go back, unlike the GBH app.) Trying to locate the right place in a program is much harder in the new app. Too hard! Why? Why did I trust the on-air advice to update? Who thought this was better?

    4th Try @ Nickname · 31 Jul 2026

  2. 5/5FIXED!

    *** Edit: issues resolved- thank you! Previous 2 star review: Loved the old app and much preferred it over my other 2 NPR apps. Wish I had never updated. Now it freezes every time I try to use the 15 second rewind or pause buttons, then I need to close the app, then re-open and have to listen to the opening plea for money over and over again. Really frustrating!

    Papo king · 31 Jul 2026

  3. 4/5Great function, rips through battery

    There is some great functionality upgrades in new update, such as not auto-pausing when switching Bluetooth source, and holding in cache programs once they conclude. My biggest complaints are bugs in the skip back and ahead functions, and it’s energy consumption. Frequently I hit back 10 seconds to repeat something and it brings me to a completely different part of the show. Also, streaming live, on wifi or network, just rips through my fairly new, healthy battery, about 25% of battery per hour. That said, I love NPR, WBUR, and the ability to pause and rewind live programming has transformed my morning ritual.

    parlaiment · 31 Jul 2026

  4. 2/5Long time member, but…

    I listen still to WBUR almost daily despite having moved from Boston 20 years ago. However, while I like supporting them through an App and having access to the podcasts and stream, the App feels like it was put together 10 years ago and it consumes an enormous amount of CPU and battery. I have become more concerned about using badly written, battery inefficient apps now that I have not been charging my phone during the day in many years. Sadly, there are other options to listen to the podcast and streams so, please put a little effort into the App. Ideally, use native APIs, frameworks, with a decent iOS like UI (or one that just feels modern). But for now, I’ll listen elsewhere…

    eejd · 31 Jul 2026

  5. 5/5Great source of balanced news

    I find the news programs to be factual, balanced and thought provoking. Given all the noise, fake news and distortions of science that surrounds us, WBUR is a safe haven where the information can be trusted and is reliable. Whether you agree with their opinions or the subject matter that they stress , WBUR does not fabricate or distort. Critical that this source of information not only survive but thrive.

    Budjim · 31 Jul 2026

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Versions

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  • 4.0.7

    Bug fixes & performance improvements.

  • 4.0.8

    Updated audio player for more consistent live stream playback. Minor bug fixes to improve stability.

  • 5.1

    New design, improvements to features and functionality. Also: + WBUR and NPR hourly Newscasts + Push notifications and in-app messages + Curated home screen

  • 5.2

    Updated design and improvements to features and functionality. Also included in this update: + WBUR and NPR hourly Newscasts + Push notifications and in-app messages + Curated home screen + Dynamic Live Schedule

  • 5.3

    Improvements to rewindable stream, minor bug fixes and additional analytic events

  • 5.4

    Improvements to audio player and additional analytic events.

  • 5.5

    - The Sleep Timer is back! You asked for it and we heard you. You can now set a timer to automatically stop playback after a certain amount of time -- perfect for listening before bed. This much-beloved feature of the old WBUR app is now back. - Added landscape mode on iPad: You can now enjoy the app in landscape orientation on your iPad, giving you a wider view of the radio player and other app features. - Bug fixes: We've addressed some audio streaming bugs and made performance improvements to enhance your listening experience.

  • 5.6

    Big improvements to live stream player, including: + Lag-free rewind, fast forward, and timeline scrubbing + Fixed lock-screen player bugs Improvements to overall app stability

  • 5.7

    Analytics improvements

  • 5.8

    Bug fixes

  • 5.9

    Added autoplay, allowing hands-free advancement to the next piece of on-demand audio or the livestream.

  • 6.0

    Bug fixes

  • 6.1

    Optimized ad serving capabilities.

  • 6.12

    Updated endpoints for homescreen.

  • 6.13

    We’re continuously improving the WBUR app for stability, performance, and reliability. This release includes general bug fixes and behind-the-scenes updates to keep your listening experience smooth. You can now see the exact time of day on the live stream as you move backward or forward along the player bar.

  • 6.2

    CarPlay drives its way into the WBUR App: seamlessly connect to your car’s dashboard display to listen to your favorite shows and podcasts. Plus, new fonts and updated icons in the hamburger menu.

  • 6.3

    Improved reliability of starting the livestream.

  • 6.4

    Updated fonts and colors, improved menu configurations, and an update to livestream delivery to reduce data usage.

  • 6.5

    Access to WBUR's full weekly schedule through the Live Schedule page.

  • 6.6

    Updated app dependencies, and refactored codebase for improved performance and livestream stability.

  • 6.7

    Improved error handling on livestream player, restored playback queue for downloads.

  • 6.8

    Improved controls on livestream rewind, now resumes after interruptions, plus higher fidelity image tiles.

  • 6.9

    Improved handling for pausing and resuming livestream while app is backgrounded.

  • 7.1

    We're continuously improving the WBUR app for stability, performance, and reliability. This release also brings WBUR Games and Events directly into the app. Play new daily word games and our weekly Boston News Quiz to deepen your connection to our stories while you listen. Browse and register for CitySpace Events - where WBUR comes alive with conversations and ideas that inform, challenge, and enrich.

  • 7.2 · 27 Jul 2026

    We're continuously improving the WBUR app for stability, performance, and reliability. This release includes general bug fixes and behind-the-scenes updates to keep your listening experience smooth.

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