# EPGPlayer — A native client for EPGStation

> Unofficial native client for EPGStation for streaming and managing TV programs. (iPhone/iPad app by 宜 谢.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/epgplayer/id6743997976 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [宜 谢](https://appshunter.io/developer/1263778688)
- Category: Entertainment, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 55 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified, China)
- Released: 2025-04-24
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/epgplayer/id6743997976/reviews.md

## What is EPGPlayer?

This is an unofficial native app for EPGStation.

You must have your own EPGStation server to use this app.

Key features:
- Playback
  - Recorded program playback
  - Livestream TV playback
  - Supports both encoded and original "TS" (無変換) formats
  - Supports "ARIB STD-B24" subtitles through "libaribcaption"
  - Supports PiP (Picture in Picture) mode
  - Supports playback on external displays (e.g. AirPlay)
- Downloads
  - Download recorded programs for offline playback
  - Download continues while the app is in background
- Program schedules
  - Show program schedules for all channels
  - Show currently playing program for a live channel
  - Set notifications for programs
  - Add programs to calendar
  - Schedule and manage program recordings
- Server authentication
  - SSO-based authentication (Cloudflare Zero Trust)
  - HTTP basic authentication
  - Custom HTTP Authorization header

Licenses for videos used in the screenshots:
Wing It!, Sprite Fright, Coffee Run, Glass Half: (CC) Blender Foundation | studio.blender.org
Spring: © Blender Foundation | cloud.blender.org/spring
Agent 327: Operation Barbershop is released under CC-BY-ND license.

## Key features

- Live TV and recorded program playback
- Supports TS and encoded formats
- ARIB STD-B24 subtitle support
- Picture-in-Picture (PiP) mode
- Offline program downloads
- Program schedule management and notifications
- Secure server authentication

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/epgplayer/id6743997976/reviews.md

### 5/5 — BS4K

*2026-02-07*

可否增加BS4K分类 
对接DEPGStation

## Frequently asked questions about EPGPlayer

### Does EPGPlayer require an EPGStation server?

Yes, EPGPlayer is an unofficial native client for EPGStation and requires you to have your own EPGStation server set up to use its features. It cannot function independently without a server connection.

### What devices does EPGPlayer support?

EPGPlayer is available for Mac, iPhone, and iPad, allowing you to enjoy your EPGStation content across multiple Apple devices. It also supports playback on external displays like AirPlay.

### Can I watch programs offline with EPGPlayer?

Yes, EPGPlayer allows you to download recorded programs for offline playback. The download process continues even when the app is running in the background.

### Does EPGPlayer support subtitles?

Yes, EPGPlayer supports ARIB STD-B24 subtitles through the use of 'libaribcaption'. This ensures you can view subtitles for compatible content.

### How does EPGPlayer handle server authentication?

EPGPlayer supports multiple authentication methods for your EPGStation server, including SSO-based authentication (Cloudflare Zero Trust), HTTP basic authentication, and custom HTTP Authorization headers.

### What kind of video formats does EPGPlayer support?

EPGPlayer supports playback of both encoded and original 'TS' (無変換) formats. It also supports Picture in Picture (PiP) mode for multitasking.

### How often is EPGPlayer updated?

The latest version of EPGPlayer is 2.1, which was last updated on April 5, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support.

### Is EPGPlayer free to use?

Yes, EPGPlayer is available for free and does not have any in-app purchases. It is an unofficial client designed to enhance the EPGStation experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.1 — 2026-04-05

Support adding and managing scheduled recording programs.

### 2.0 — 2025-08-07

1. Viewing program schedules and setting notifications for programs is now possible.
2. Currently playing program is now shown on the live channels list.

### 1.2 — 2025-05-12

- Support forcing stroked text in ARIB STD-B24 subtitles.
- Support forcing 16:9 aspect ratio in the player.

### 1.1 — 2025-04-29

- Allow using HTTP server
- Fixed live channels loading failure in some cases
- Added keyboard shortcuts in the player
    - Spacebar for play and pause
    - Left and right arrow to control playback progress

### 1.0 — 2025-04-24

No release notes.

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