# BDRC Mobile

> Mobile access to digitized Buddhist texts from the Buddhist Digital Resource Center library. (iPhone/iPad app by Buddhist Digital Resource Center.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bdrc-mobile/id1254032189 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Buddhist Digital Resource Center](https://appshunter.io/developer/1254032188)
- Category: Education, Reference
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 7 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 15 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-07-18
- Data updated: 2026-06-07
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bdrc-mobile/id1254032189/reviews.md

## What is BDRC Mobile?

A mobile application to search through and view the BDRC library.

Buddhist Digital Resource Center is the world’s leading digital conservator of Buddhist texts in Asian languages and has digitized over 20 million pages of manuscripts and printed books. BDRC Mobile provides mobile access to the Open Access Tibetan part of the BDRC library, otherwise available on our website. The app’s search tool can work offline, but the image viewer requires an Internet connection.

## Key features

- Search BDRC library offline
- View digitized Buddhist texts
- Access Open Access Tibetan collection
- Mobile access to digital archive
- Browse manuscripts and books

## Recent user reviews (7 of 7)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bdrc-mobile/id1254032189/reviews.md

### 3/5 — App needs update

*2021-07-20, version 1.1.2*

Unable to download pdf due to bug I assume on the app. Needs update

### 1/5 — Sadly , it’s not good.

*2020-10-15*

Just downloaded it , it only shows me a plank page when I search for anything.

### 1/5 — Unable to download

*2019-05-12, version 1.1.2*

Unable to download after made pdf and even we want to read also cannot turn the pages , very poor skill apps

### 2/5 — Unable to download

*2019-04-21, version 1.1.2*

I don’t know why but can’t download after the pdf is made

### 2/5 — Very helpful

*2017-12-27, version 1.1.2*

I always visiting using this, so helpful for me, I really say thanks you so much!

### 1/5 — Worst app

*2017-10-10*

The worst app I’ve ever experienced in App Store. I just simply doesn’t work!!

### 5/5 — Feedback

*2017-10-10*

It would be great if you can make work without internet like many other apps.

## Frequently asked questions about BDRC Mobile

### What is BDRC Mobile?

BDRC Mobile provides mobile access to the Open Access Tibetan part of the Buddhist Digital Resource Center's extensive library of digitized Buddhist texts in Asian languages.

### Can I use BDRC Mobile offline?

Yes, the search tool within BDRC Mobile can function offline. However, an internet connection is required to view the images of the texts.

### What kind of content is available on BDRC Mobile?

The app offers access to digitized manuscripts and printed books from the BDRC library, focusing on the Open Access Tibetan collection.

### Is BDRC Mobile free to use?

Yes, BDRC Mobile is completely free to download and use, with no in-app purchases or advertisements.

### What devices support BDRC Mobile?

BDRC Mobile is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How often is BDRC Mobile updated?

The app was last updated on October 31, 2023, to version 1.3.3, indicating regular maintenance and potential feature enhancements.

### What is the age rating for BDRC Mobile?

BDRC Mobile has an age rating of 9+, making it suitable for younger users interested in educational content.

### What is the learning methodology of BDRC Mobile?

BDRC Mobile facilitates learning through direct access to primary source materials, allowing users to explore and study Buddhist texts independently.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.3 — 2023-10-31

Highlights of this release leverage Internet connectivity, these include: secure login using a free and private BDRC account; preview images provided inline with the search results; PDF Generation available within the app; and users may specify a custom library location. Additionally, Help and Settings interfaces have been updated, and metadata that provides location and availability of works that are not in the BDRC primary library has been added to the detail pages.

### 1.2.10 — 2021-08-19

Release 1.2 includes a full rewrite of the software, maintaining the simplicity of the initial release, while bringing the software up to date with the new library schema.

Highlights include:

- Latest library data
- Faster install
- Updated for increased compatibility with BDRC's library API
- Updates to the library indexes are now distributed remotely without requiring the installation of a new version of the application.
- Selection of a BDRC Mirror is now available
- Viewing scans now through a BDRC’s online library
- Improved parts and section navigation

### 1.1.2 — 2017-12-22

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

What's new in version 1.1.2?
- Select location during setup
- Settings panel (language and location)
- Various minor bug fixes and interface text updates
- New dataset 2017.12.11

### 1.1 — 2017-11-11

What’s New in Version 1.1
- Tibetan, Chinese, and English interface choices.
- Download a PDF or get a link to download a PDF of a volume.
- New version of the library data.
- Minor interface improvements.
- Implemented data versioning to ensure the app uses the most up-to-date version of BDRC’s library. The old database is cleared out when the application version is updated, if the data has changed.
- Starting a search with "$" will search for a term only at the beginning of names or sentences to narrow search results. 
- New dataset 2017.11.07
- Fixed a bug where devices without Tibetan fonts would fail to render the Tibetan results.

### 1.0 — 2017-07-18

No release notes.

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