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- What it is
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- Free to download
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- News
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| Function | Availability | Access | Scope | Evidence |
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| Free app | Yes | Free | — | Store published |
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Ratings & reviews
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1/5Live Stream Feature Worse After Update
I was really excited for the update because I thought it would improve the live stream feature. Live streaming is now worse than ever. The stream will just randomly stop (not interrupted by call or other media) and virtually every time I open the app and click into the live stream it doesn’t actually load and the loading bar just spins so I have to exit the app and restart it to get the stream working. Really disappointed that a radio station couldn’t get this feature to work right.
Msquared2345 · 6 Aug 2026
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2/5Still unstable
This app is a downgrade from the previous one. Any time my audio is interrupted - by a call, or a video that opens in another window - the WNYC audio will not restart. I have to force quit and then restart the app just to get it to continue playing. Sometimes even if I manually pause the audio (to hear a subway announcement for example) and then press play it won’t restart. This is literally the most basic functionality of an audio app and must be built into any iOS audio API no? How can this be this bad??
MuseumLover · 6 Aug 2026
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1/5Bring back the old App!
After not working properly for weeks, the "new" app is working again. But the AM is now missing from the Live page. The only reason I care (because I rarely stream from the app) is that the Live was the closest thing this version of the app has to a schedule. A poor one, because possible only to see what's ahead in the next few hours, not the full schedule for day or week.I need to go to the website for that. So of what use is the app for planning one's real live radio listening?
kbw13 · 6 Aug 2026
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5/5Yay WNYC!
Makes me happy to be able to access the stream so easily even after having moved out of state. The app works as expected and I love how easy it is to use, including being able to multitask while listening, without any problems. I can also look up stories and clips I’ve missed, nice and easy.
cricket-218 · 6 Aug 2026
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5/5Great app
I listen to wnyc via the app every single day while I live in Detroit now. Thank you for this app, it is usually pretty clear and I don’t lose the signal. Unfortunately with the other NPR apps, like the local ones, WDET and Michigan radio, this is not the case, I often lose the signal, it has to buffer constantly and it’s very annoying. Not with wnyc, thank you so much!
angiedcat · 6 Aug 2026
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Versions
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3.0.19
* Various bug fixes to improve your listening experience As always, if you want to share your thoughts on the app, issues you're encountering, or features you'd like to see, tap on "Feedback" in the app menu or visit www.wnyc.org/mobile. And if you want to share WNYC with others, please rate, review, and share through the app store! We love to hear from you.
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3.0.21
* Bug fixes and performance improvements. As always, if you want to share your thoughts on the app, issues you're encountering, or features you'd like to see, tap on "Feedback" in the app menu or visit www.wnyc.org/mobile. And if you want to share WNYC with others, please rate, review, and share through the app store! We love to hear from you.
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3.0.23
* Important updates to our privacy policy As always, if you want to share your thoughts on the app, issues you're encountering, or features you'd like to see, tap on "Feedback" in the app menu or visit www.wnyc.org/mobile. And if you want to share WNYC with others, please rate, review, and share through the app store! We love to hear from you.
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3.0.24
* Author bylines added to articles * Bug fixes and performance improvements As always, if you want to share your thoughts on the app, issues you're encountering, or features you'd like to see, tap on "Submit Feedback" in the Settings section of the app or visit www.wnyc.org/mobile. And if you want to share WNYC with others, please rate, review, and share through the app store! We love to hear from you.
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3.0.25
* Bug fixes and performance improvements. As always, if you want to share your thoughts on the app, issues you're encountering, or features you'd like to see, tap on "Feedback" in the app menu or visit www.wnyc.org/mobile. And if you want to share WNYC with others, please rate, review, and share through the app store! We love to hear from you.
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3.0.26
* Bug fixes and performance improvements. As always, if you want to share your thoughts on the app, issues you're encountering, or features you'd like to see, tap on "Feedback" in the app menu or visit www.wnyc.org/mobile. And if you want to share WNYC with others, please rate, review, and share through the app store! We love to hear from you.
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3.0.27
* Fix for crash experienced by some iOS 12 users. As always, if you want to share your thoughts on the app, issues you're encountering, or features you'd like to see, tap on "Feedback" in the app menu or visit www.wnyc.org/mobile. And if you want to share WNYC with others, please rate, review, and share through the app store! We love to hear from you.
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3.0.28
* Bug fixes and performance improvements. As always, if you want to share your thoughts on the app, issues you're encountering, or features you'd like to see, tap on "Feedback" in the app menu or visit www.wnyc.org/mobile. And if you want to share WNYC with others, please rate, review, and share through the app store! We love to hear from you.
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3.0.29
* Bug fixes and performance improvements. As always, if you want to share your thoughts on the app, issues you're encountering, or features you'd like to see, tap on "Feedback" in the app menu or visit www.wnyc.org/mobile. And if you want to share WNYC with others, please rate, review, and share through the app store! We love to hear from you.
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3.0.30
* Bug fixes and performance improvements. As always, if you want to share your thoughts on the app, issues you're encountering, or features you'd like to see, tap on "Feedback" in the app menu or visit www.wnyc.org/mobile. And if you want to share WNYC with others, please rate, review, and share through the app store! We love to hear from you.
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3.0.31
* Bug fixes and performance improvements. As always, if you want to share your thoughts on the app, issues you're encountering, or features you'd like to see, tap on "Feedback" in the app menu or visit www.wnyc.org/mobile. And if you want to share WNYC with others, please rate, review, and share through the app store! We love to hear from you.
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3.0.32
* Removed Facebook login button to comply with Apple iOS 13 requirements * Bug fixes and performance improvements for iOS 13. As always, if you want to share your thoughts on the app, issues you're encountering, or features you'd like to see, tap on "Feedback" in the app menu or visit www.wnyc.org/mobile. And if you want to share WNYC with others, please rate, review, and share through the app store! We love to hear from you.
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4.0.0
We listened to your feedback and the reimagined WNYC app includes: - A first-rate live listening experience, with high quality audio, reliable streaming and more uninterrupted content. - Easy access to our podcasts like Radiolab, On the Media, The New Yorker Radio Hour, Notes From America with Kai Wright, and NYC NOW - The latest local and regional news from Gothamist - Tune-in reminders you set for your favorite shows in our interactive program schedule. - Save audio to listen offline or when you have time - Navigate the app in dark mode or light mode
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4.2.0
News streams on and on, Calls and alerts fade away, Stay informed, always. This update should display more resiliency when phone calls, alarms or other apps interfere with audio playback. The app should also do a better job of reconnecting with a user loses service (although an extended outage may still end the listening session). We've also improved some backend functions like log-in and analytics. Finally there are some minor changes to the design to improve accessibility for people who interact with the app using assistive technology.
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4.2.2
This update adds a timer to the app so it's easier to listen to WNYC while you fall asleep. The look for the new icon in the audio player. This version also includes minor changes to improve stability and make it easier to navigate the app while using assistive technology.
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4.2.4
We've changed how we sort shows on the Browse tab to make it easier to find "The Brian Lehrer Show." This version also includes small changes that make it easier to navigate the app while using assistive technology and analytics improvements that help us understand how people use the app.
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v.4.3.0
We're making it easier to find the shows you love: This version restores Morning Edition and All Things Considered to the "Browse" tab. This update is part of our ongoing commitment to improving the app.
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v4.3.1
This version includes minor performance improvements to keep the app running smoothly.
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v4.4.0
This version adds support for push notifications from WNYC so you can get programming alerts about our broadcast and breaking news from Gothamist. We've also made changes throughout the app to improve performance, accessibility and reliability.
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v4.4.1
This version adds support for push notifications from WNYC so you can get programming alerts about our broadcast and breaking news from Gothamist. We've also fixed a bug that prevented a user's default streams and font preferences from being saved.
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v4.4.2
This version improves the performance of push notifications. We are constantly trying to add features and fix bugs to deliver the best experience possible.
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v4.4.3
This version improves the performance of push notifications and deep-linking within the app. We are constantly trying to add features and fix bugs to deliver the best experience possible.
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v4.4.4
This version updates how people can get support from our Listener Services team. It also includes routine updates and bug fixes to keep improving the app.
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v4.5.0
This version updates the "Latest News Updates" section so that it displays the local newscast throughout the day. You can find NYC Now on the Browse page or featured on the homepage. We've also fixed a number of small bugs throughout the app to make audio playback more reliable and to make it easier to find the shows you follow.
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v4.6.0
· 27 Jan 2026
We've made changes to make audio playback more reliable. We've also made a series of small changes to make the app more stable and to prepare for future projects.
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- US
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- Last verified
- 6 Aug 2026
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