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BBC World Service

BBC World Service

by Zeno Media LLC

66K ratings
622 reviews
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Archived App (Last seen on 19 Jun 2026)

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Although the app is no longer distributed by Apple, you can still view its description, screenshots, version history, ratings, and metadata for reference.

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • February 13, 2019
  • January 18, 2025

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Zeno Media LLC
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About

Access the latest news headlines and radio programs from the BBC World Service. Listen to popular shows like The Global News Podcast and Newshour via an audio player or a standard-rate telephone dial-up service. Stay informed with global news updates.

✓Latest news headlines
✓Audio player for radio programs
✓Telephone dial-up option
✓Listen to popular podcasts
✓Global news updates
✓Customizable notifications
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of BBC World Service. Based on 66K reviews and a 4.7/5 average, it highlights the 5 positives and 5 negatives reviewers mention most about this News app.

Positive things

  • 🌍Comprehensive world news coverage
  • 🔍Unbiased and objective reporting
  • 🎧Excellent audio quality
  • 📰Variety of content (news, podcasts, documentaries)
  • 🌐Global perspective beyond just local news

Negative things

  • 🐛Occasional app crashes and stability issues
  • 🔍Bias towards British/European viewpoints in some cases
  • 🔊Intrusive and disruptive advertisements
  • 📱Suboptimal user interface and navigation
  • 🕰️Delayed or outdated news updates
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What's New in BBC World Service

4.10.20

January 18, 2025

Thank you for using our app! We are constantly working to improve it and offer better versions to our users. This update includes iOS 18 bug fixes and minor improvements. If you like our app, please give us a review. We appreciate your feedback!

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User reviews

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La

Comprehensive nice feature.
kaa2022kaa2022

Must Have

Remains the gold standard for world news coverage.
mmweathermanmmweatherman

Fake News

Britain is in freefall and will be taken over by radical Muslims if they don’t repent of their sins and return to Jesus. The BBC is not a reliable source of news.
Free and Independent DaveFree and Independent Dave

Changed but not for the better

The new format of BBC world is a major disappointment. It has made the service less user friendly, and I will no longer use this app.
Belladonna1271Belladonna1271

Another take on the news

Great source of international news and stories. US news is so US focused, so I live learning about what is going on in the other 90% of the world, including arts, literature and life.
sellejaselleja
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Live stream frequently disconnects or stops working

Bug

Inability to resume playback from where user left off

Bug

Overlapping UI elements and poor layout on tablets

Bug

Compatibility issues with older iOS and Android versions

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Requested Features

5 requests

Add option to customize news feed and topics

Feature

Improve offline listening and caching capabilities

Feature

Introduce written news articles in addition to audio

Feature

Enhance accessibility features for visually impaired users

Feature

Provide more localized news and content for different regions

Feature

FAQ

What does the BBC World Service app do?

The app provides access to the latest news headlines from the BBC World Service website and allows users to listen to radio programs. It features an audio player for on-demand listening and a telephone dial-up option for accessing content.

How can I listen to radio programs on the app?

You can listen to your favorite radio programs using the free audio player within the app. Alternatively, a standard-rate telephone dial-up service is available, though standard geographic mobile charges will apply. It's recommended to check with your provider for exact costs before using the dial-up option.

Is the BBC World Service app free to use?

Yes, the app offers free access to its news headlines and radio programs through the audio player. While the app itself is free, using the telephone dial-up option will incur standard geographic mobile charges.

What kind of news and programs can I access?

You can read the latest news headlines from the BBC World Service website and listen to popular radio programs. This includes recent editions of shows like The Global News Podcast, Newshour, HARDtalk, Sport Today, Business Daily, and Focus on Africa, among others.

What data does the app collect?

The app may collect data including a unique identifier relating to your device and your location data. For EU users who opt-in to customized ads, a unique identifier (Google Advertising ID or Apple’s ID for Advertising) will be stored by Zeno Media. No other personal data like usernames or email addresses are processed.