# Hear/Here — Official Exhibit Columbus App

> Augmented reality audio app for exploring exhibitions and sharing user-generated soundscapes. (iPhone/iPad app by Halsey Solutions.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hearhere/id1265499995 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Halsey Solutions](https://appshunter.io/developer/338227372)
- Category: Entertainment, Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.60/5 from 5 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 11.4 · 17 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-08-17
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hearhere/id1265499995/reviews.md

## What is Hear/Here?

In an audio augmented reality environment, users will enjoy walking throughout the exhibition sites and installations in Columbus, Indiana, listening to a landscape of location-based sound, including:

- rare historic recordings
- commentary from the people that created this exhibition
- other users' experiences

Users will have the opportunity to help enhance the experience by recording their own reactions to the exhibition using their iPhone. 

Users can click Speak and record their response to one of the questions in the app or talk about memories of the existing buildings and streets. Users' voices will instantly become available for others to hear as part of their experience. Exhibit Columbus is growing a community that believes in the value of good design and users are key to this movement!

The app is best experienced using stereo headphones. “Hear/Here” was created for Exhibit Columbus by Halsey Burgund, a sound artist based in Boston, Massachusetts.

## Key features

- Location-based audio experiences
- Historic recordings
- Creator commentary
- User-generated audio contributions
- Augmented reality environment
- Community building


## Frequently asked questions about Hear/Here

### What is Hear/Here?

Hear/Here is an audio augmented reality app designed for exploring exhibition sites. It allows users to listen to location-based soundscapes, including historical recordings and creator commentary, and contribute their own audio reactions.

### What kind of content can I hear on Hear/Here?

You can listen to rare historic recordings, commentary from exhibition creators, and other users' experiences. The app aims to create a rich, location-based soundscape for visitors.

### Can I contribute my own audio to Hear/Here?

Yes, users can record their reactions to the exhibition or memories of local buildings and streets. These recordings can become instantly available for others to hear as part of their experience.

### What devices does Hear/Here support?

Hear/Here is available for iPhone and iPod devices. It was created for Exhibit Columbus by Halsey Burgund.

### How is Hear/Here monetized?

Hear/Here is a free application and does not feature in-app purchases or advertisements. It is available at no cost to users.

### What is the age rating for Hear/Here?

The app has an age rating of 9+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in interactive audio experiences.

### How often is Hear/Here updated?

The latest version of Hear/Here is 0.3.3, which was last updated on May 28, 2020. Future updates will depend on the ongoing development for Exhibit Columbus.

### What is the user sentiment for Hear/Here?

Hear/Here has an average rating of 3.6 stars from 5 ratings. This suggests a mixed but generally positive reception from its user base.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 0.3.3 — 2020-05-28

Your location-based audio stream will now be updated even when the app is in the background.
So put your phone in your pocket and explore!

### 0.3.2 — 2019-08-15

- added map pin clustering
- minor behind-the-scenes and aesthetic updates

### 0.3.1 — 2019-07-30

New listening modes, including Map and Playlist.
Major behind-the-scenes audio improvements.

### 0.3.0 — 2019-07-29

New listening modes, including Map and Playlist.
Major behind-the-scenes audio improvements.

### 0.2.2 — 2018-03-15

minor behind-the-scenes updates

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