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Bølge

Live Radio, Read as News

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Released
April 14, 2026
Updated
September 27, 2026

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Konstantin Krane
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This app transcribes live radio broadcasts into readable text in real-time. It offers features like lock screen and dynamic island integration, saved transcripts, and on-device translation. It's designed for accessibility and for those who want to follow radio content without sound.

✓Live radio transcription
✓Lock Screen and Dynamic Island integration
✓Saved transcripts
✓On-device translation
✓Home Screen widget
✓Adjustable text size
✓VoiceOver support
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What's New in Bølge

1.7

September 27, 2026

Start reading in seconds — after the intro, “Start Reading” turns on the live transcript and plays news from your country or in your language. Bølge now speaks Chinese and Japanese. Country names and permission prompts appear in your language. More of Bølge works with VoiceOver: the archive, settings, country lists and search. Lock Screen and Dynamic Island — the card stays when you switch stations and updates instantly. The widget refreshes on its own, and Control Center and your car show what’s actually playing. The transcript now runs on news and sport stations, so music plays uninterrupted. On supported devices the first words appear faster, with better punctuation. Archive — choose the translation language for each recording. 61 verified news stations and 20 sport stations. Also: simpler Settings, a comfortable reading column on iPad and a long list of fixes.

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Cool app

I just listened to a Canadian radio station talking about the use of the song Born in the USA ( Springsteen) by Ronald Reagan after the Vietnam War it was very interesting, what a great App this is, it would be good to have more transcripts of the stations with languages I don’t understand but for a free App it’s great!
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Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re glad you’re enjoying Bølge. We’ll be adding support for more languages in the near future. Thank you for your support!

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FAQ

What languages does Bølge support for transcription?

Bølge supports live transcription in English, Norwegian, Russian, German, French, Spanish, Chinese, and Japanese, utilizing Apple's speech technology where available on iOS.

Does Bølge record my radio listening?

No, Bølge does not record audio. It processes speech recognition and translation entirely on your device, ensuring your listening habits are private and not stored by the app.

Can I access Bølge content offline?

While live transcription requires an active radio signal, saved transcripts and on-device translation features can be accessed offline. This allows you to re-read or translate broadcasts you've previously captured.

How does Bølge help deaf and hard-of-hearing users?

Bølge provides a visual transcript of live radio, allowing deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals to follow news, talk, and sports content without needing to listen to audio.

Is Bølge available on Android devices?

Bølge is currently designed for iOS devices, including iPhone and iPad, and utilizes Apple's speech technology. Information on Android availability is not provided.

How often is Bølge updated?

The latest version of Bølge is 1.7, last updated on September 27, 2026. Update frequency is not explicitly stated but indicates ongoing development.

Does Bølge have ads?

No, Bølge is ad-free. The app is completely free to use and does not display any advertisements to its users.

Can I search for specific radio stations or countries in Bølge?

Yes, Bølge allows you to search for radio stations by name or by country. This feature helps you find and tune into over a thousand hand-checked stations from 71 countries.