# Funky Ticker

> Customizable text display, lyrics, timers, clock, and visual messaging utility. (iPhone/iPad app by Philip Gottschalk.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/funky-ticker/id462789323 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Philip Gottschalk](https://appshunter.io/developer/397137711)
- Category: Utilities, Music
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 4.3 · 18 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-09-19
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/funky-ticker/id462789323/reviews.md

## What is Funky Ticker?

*** Concerning iOS7: the next version of this app is scheduled for November - unfortunately no sooner than that.  Please keep this in mind - especially if you have the newest iPhone!  Best wishes, Philip. ***

Use Funky Ticker
* To see what's playing now (or what's playing next) from afar!
* To read song lyrics in big letters (useful for karaoke)!
* To send people visual messages over a noisy room!
* As a giant digital clock!
* As a countdown timer!
* As a screensaver!
* As an autocue or learning device!
* As something cool to show your friends!

Funky Ticker is fully customisable: control text, speed, height, colour, theme and more!
Tap on the icon to play the ticker, tap on the text beneath to edit it.
* includes bonus poetry library *

## Key features

- Customizable text tickers
- Song lyrics display
- Countdown timer
- Giant digital clock
- Visual messaging
- Screensaver mode

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/funky-ticker/id462789323/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Wow, what a joke!

*2012-02-11*

I purchased this app and can't even open it.  It keeps crashing.  Even uninstalled it and reinstalled it.  Same issue.  I WANT MY MONEY BACK!!!

## Frequently asked questions about Funky Ticker

### What can Funky Ticker be used for?

Funky Ticker can display scrolling text, song lyrics in large font, countdown timers, and function as a digital clock or screensaver. It also supports visual messaging in noisy environments.

### How much does Funky Ticker cost?

Funky Ticker is a paid app, priced at $0.99. This one-time purchase grants access to all its features.

### Does Funky Ticker have ads?

No, Funky Ticker does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application that offers an ad-free experience.

### What devices does Funky Ticker support?

Funky Ticker is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to work across these Apple platforms.

### When was Funky Ticker last updated?

The latest version of Funky Ticker was released on May 13, 2013. The developer has indicated that a new version is scheduled for November.

### What is the age rating for Funky Ticker?

Funky Ticker has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users aged four and older.

### Can I customize the text in Funky Ticker?

Yes, Funky Ticker is fully customizable. You can control the text content, speed, height, color, and theme to suit your preferences.

### What is the user sentiment for Funky Ticker?

Based on the available data, Funky Ticker has a rating of 1.0 stars from 1 rating. This suggests a very low user satisfaction score.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.3 — 2013-05-13

+ iOS 6 support
+ colour keyboard added, to speed up selection
+ interface tweaks

- Please email me if you have any comments or suggestions for the next version! :-)

### 1.2 — 2012-06-29

Retina Support!

Fix for a startup crash in later versions of iOS.

### 1.1 — 2011-09-19

No release notes.

## More apps by Philip Gottschalk

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All apps by Philip Gottschalk: https://appshunter.io/developer/397137711

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