BBC Sounds

BBC Sounds

Music, Radio, Podcasts

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Listen to the best of BBC audio with BBC Sounds. Stream and download your favourite BBC podcasts, radio stations and music all in one place. Features include: ‐ Listen live to all BBC Radio stations ‐ Pause and rewind live radio as well as browse past and future station schedules ‐ Download or stream your podcasts, radio shows and music on the go ‐ Continue listening from where you left off on any device ‐ Autoplay multiple episodes of series or podcasts or all your downloads (optional) ‐ Subscribe to BBC podcasts, music mixes and shows ‐ See the latest episodes from your favourite programmes and podcasts in one handy list ‐ Get personalised recommendations to discover new audio you’ll love ‐ Send music tracks you like to Apple Music and Spotify ‐ Browse by speech and music categories ‐ Sleep Timer When using the Apple CarPlay enabled version of the BBC Sounds app, it is your responsibility to always follow safe driving practices (i.e. don’t be distracted and focus on the road at all times). Comply with all relevant laws, traffic regulations and road signs. To give you the best experience, this app tracks what you’ve listened to on BBC Sounds and how long you’ve listened to programmes for. It also tracks when you add something to Bookmarks or Subscriptions. By “Allow Personalisation”, you will get personalized recommendations. More information can be found here https://www.bbc.co.uk/usingthebbc/account/about-your-personalisation-settings/. The BBC uses cookies and similar technologies to understand how audiences interact with our services, content (such as podcasts and radio) and marketing messages. The categories of personal data processed by our data processors include the following: • IP address to determine which UK city/region you are in, or which country/continent you are in if outside of the UK • Activity data, such as time when you first used this app and programmes you listened to and interacted with • Your device information, such as device type and OS version For more information about how and why we use information about you, please visit the BBC Sounds App Privacy Notice. https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/help/questions/about-bbc-sounds-and-our-policies/sounds-app-privacy-notice To read the BBC’s Privacy Policy go to http://www.bbc.co.uk/privacy/ If you install this app you accept the BBC Terms of Use at http://www.bbc.co.uk/terms/ The app is published by BBC Media AT (BBC Media Applications Technologies Limited) which is a wholly owned subsidiary of the BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation). Full details of BBC Media AT are available on the Companies House website at: http://data.companieshouse.gov.uk/doc/company/07100235 BBC © 2022 The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking: http://www.bbc.co.uk/help/web/links/
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Summary of user reviews

What's New in BBC Sounds

2.23.1

November 20, 2024

Small bug fixes and improvements. Thank you for your feedback.

Events of BBC Sounds

Uncanny

A special Halloween episode with a brand new case

Oct 29, 2024Nov 1, 2024

Young Again

What advice would you give to your younger self?

Oct 15, 2024Nov 15, 2024

Americast on BBC Sounds

The BBC’s US politics & news podcast.

Oct 16, 2024Nov 8, 2024

Reviews of BBC Sounds

Savior of the World?

Objective as possible news coverage for no charge; Great Radio Dramas; No Advertisements; Radio 4 Extra where there is no news bulletins allowing you to detox from the nasty world. Thank you to the British public and this very small result of prior English adventures.

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BBC Sounds FAQ

Is BBC Sounds compatible with the iPad?

Yes, BBC Sounds is compatible with the iPad.

Who made the BBC Sounds app?

The creator of BBC Sounds is BBC Media Applications Technologies Limited.

What iOS version is needed to run the BBC Sounds app?

Your iOS device must be running iOS 15.0 or above.

What is the current app rating?

Users love BBC Sounds, as evidenced by its outstanding rating of 4.8 out of 5.

What’s the genre of the BBC Sounds app?

The App Genre Of Bbc Sounds Is Music.

Which is the latest version of BBC Sounds?

2.23.1 is the current version of BBC Sounds.

When was the last BBC Sounds update?

BBC Sounds’s latest update was rolled out on December 2, 2024.

When was BBC Sounds first released?

The app was launched on February 5, 2023.

What is the content advisory rating for the BBC Sounds app?

BBC Sounds is suitable for ages 12 and up according to its content advisory rating.

What languages does the BBC Sounds app support?

The BBC Sounds app is now available in English, Welsh.

Can I find BBC Sounds within Apple Arcade's selection of games?

Sorry, BBC Sounds is not available on Apple Arcade.

Are in-app purchases available within BBC Sounds?

Sorry, in-app purchases are not accessible within BBC Sounds.

Is BBC Sounds optimized for use with Apple Vision Pro?

Unfortunately, BBC Sounds is not optimized for use with Apple Vision Pro.

Does BBC Sounds use ad-based monetization?

Yes, BBC Sounds uses ad-based monetization.