Environments

Environments

long form nature recordings

228 ratings
87 reviews
$2.99

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • February 5, 2018
  • April 16, 2025

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Experience long-form nature recordings from the 1960s and 70s, remastered for modern use. This app offers a unique collection of ambient sounds designed to aid work, meditation, sleep, and focus, all without requiring an internet connection.

Long-form analog recordings
No internet connection required
Ad-free experience
Playlist creation
Focus and stress reduction
Historic nature sounds
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What's New in Environments

1.7

April 16, 2025

Improved accessibility features Minor bug fixes

User reviews

This is Fantastic!

Thank you, thank you! Years ago I purchased Slow Ocean and Ultimate Thunderstorm on cassette. I worked graveyard, sleeping during the day wasn’t always easy. I started listening to Ultimate Thunderstorm on auto reverse with headphones and a sleep mask - I have never slept so soundly and awakened so refreshed in my life, even after just 5 or 6 hours. The cassette liner said you’d swear your speakers were dripping, and it’s true! Ultimate Thunderstorm is a city recording, I especially love hearing the distant echo of a car horn, and the splash of car wheels that sounds so near! Unfortunately, one day my tape jammed in the player and that was the end of that. I truly mourned the loss of my deep sleep catalyst! Now you have given me ultimate relaxation again with this app - and it allows continuous play!! To say I am thrilled is an understatement! There is absolutely no equal to Irv Teibel’s masterpieces. A million thanks to The Numero Uno group for partnering with Syntonic Research and making this possible!
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really cool

I used to have these on cassette. Then I had them when they went to CDs. They originally started on LP records. The fact that you have the entire collection on an app on your phone is amazing to me. Every one of these sounds is amazing. I happen to be obsessed with the intonation one. I’ve been listening to it since I was 18 lol of course that’s not consistently through. :-)
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The Entire Collection!

I bought several of the Environments LPs as a teen back in the early 1970s, including Ultimate Seashore and Ultimate Thunderstorm. At the time there was nothing else like them. I wanted more, but the local record stores only carried a few. Now, finally, I have the entire set on my iPhone! Good memories…
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Love it

So glad the navigation issue and layout issue were fixed!

Real sound and long tracks

Mono recordings but they sound fantastic especially on a smart speaker. You can only play one track at time. It would be great if you can mix them together. However, you can put the tracks on infinite loop so it will play all night.

User experience

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Reported Bugs

9 issues

App crashes immediately after pressing play on iOS 16

Bug

App removed from App Store after purchase, preventing re-download

Bug

Dynamic Island spacing issues on iPhone 14 Pro

Bug

Infinite loop button doesn't function properly

Bug

Audio doesn't resume after phone calls or text notifications

Bug

Track display doesn't update when switching between selections

Bug

Audio clipping on thunderstorm recordings

Bug

Play and Information button touch sensitivity too small

Bug

Portrait mode lock interferes with other app orientation settings

Bug

Requested Features

14 requests

Speed adjustment controls (16 rpm, 33 rpm, 78 rpm options)

Feature

Chromecast and Google Cast support

Feature

Alarm clock functionality using app sounds

Feature

Landscape mode support for iPad

Feature

Zoom capability for album cover artwork

Feature

Ability to skip forward within tracks

Feature

Dedicated track list button for easier navigation

Feature

VoiceOver accessibility support

Feature

Seamless looping without audio gaps

Feature

Volume normalization or in-app volume control

Feature

Ability to offload app while keeping data

Feature

Higher resolution audio (hi-res audio option)

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More tracks or future recordings

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Improved UI/UX design and simplification

Feature

FAQ

What is Environments?

Environments is a mobile application featuring a catalog of long-form nature sound recordings originally created in the 1960s and 70s. These remastered analog recordings are designed to be used for various purposes like work, meditation, sleep, and focus, offering an immersive ambient experience.

What kind of sounds are included in Environments?

The app includes 23 fully remastered long-form analog recordings, many of which are 30 minutes or longer. Sounds range from ocean waves, birdsongs, thunderstorms, and gentle rain to wind in trees, summer cornfields, and even a blizzard, providing a diverse natural soundscape.

Does Environments require an internet connection?

No, Environments does not require an internet connection. All of the recordings are part of the app itself, allowing you to use them offline for uninterrupted listening wherever you are.

How can Environments help me?

Environments can help block distractions, increase focus and mindfulness, and reduce stress. The app is also noted as being helpful with tinnitus and soothing fussy babies, providing a calming and immersive sonic environment.

Is Environments free to use?

Based on the provided information, Environments is a paid application. It does not feature ads or in-app purchases, offering an ad-free and unobtrusive user experience.