# ちょいテレi

> Watch One-Seg TV broadcasts on iOS devices with a compatible tuner. (iPhone/iPad app by BUFFALO INC..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/i/id403931420 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [BUFFALO INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/390332676)
- Category: Entertainment, Photo & Video
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.20/5 from 198 App Store ratings · 20 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 11 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2010-12-03
- Data updated: 2026-08-15
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/i/id403931420/reviews.md

## What is ちょいテレi?

*Attention*
-This app is for use in Japan only. It is currently being released outside of Japan for testing purposes.
-This application only works with the One-Seg TV tuner attached.

This is an application for use with a Buffalo "ChoiTele i" One-Seg TV tuner.

Main features:
- You can watch One-Seg broadcasting from an iOS device easily. Just connect the "ChoiTele i" to your device and open the app.    
- Supports closed captions, making it easy to watch even in noisy environments.
- Supports stereo audio and bilingual broadcasts.
- The TV program guide lets you check titles for programming and more information for several hours in advance. 
- Open in a window or full-screen. For iPad, you can zoom the screen 1.5x or  2x.
- Recording is supported. You can record and play your favorite TV shows.
- Time shifting is supported. You can watch a TV show from the beginning, even if you started watching it from the middle (up to 3 hours).
- A timer can notify you three minutes before your TV show begins. 

- Compatible with:
iPod touch 4th generation (8GB, 32GB, 64GB)
iPod touch 5th generation (16GB, 32GB, 64GB)
iPhone 4 (8GB, 16GB, 32GB)
iPhone 4S (16GB, 32GB, 64GB)
iPhone 5 (16GB, 32GB, 64GB)
iPhone 5S (16GB, 32GB, 64GB)
iPhone 5C (16GB, 32GB)
iPhone 6 (16GB, 64GB, 128GB)
iPhone 6 Plus (16GB, 64GB, 128GB)
iPad 2 (16GB, 32GB, 64GB)
iPad 3rd generation (16GB, 32GB, 64GB)
iPad 4th generation (16GB / 32GB / 64GB / 128GB)
iPad mini (16GB, 32GB, 64GB)

The "ChoiTele i" app requires that the "ChoiTele i" One-Seg tuner be attached to your iOS device to function.
Data broadcasting is not supported.

## Key features

- Watch One-Seg TV broadcasts
- Closed caption support
- Stereo audio and bilingual broadcasts
- TV program guide
- Recording and time-shifting
- Zoom and full-screen options

## Recent user reviews (10 of 20)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/i/id403931420/reviews.md

### 1/5 — iOS対応させろよ！

*2020-06-27*

高い金出して買ったのにios11に対応してないとかありえん！
金返せ！

### 1/5 — アップデートは？

*2019-09-20*

いつになったら、アップデートをしてもらえるのか！

### 1/5 — アップデートしなさい

*2019-06-29*

件名通り

### 1/5 — アップデートしないならしないで、それをどこかに書いて欲しい

*2019-06-19*

アップデートしないならしないで、それを商品ページのどこかに書いて欲しい。そしたら捨てますから。

### 1/5 — 使えません

*2019-05-19*

アンテナを購入して 早々に使えなくなり
数年が経ちました。
また使える日は来るのでしょうか？
教えて下さい。
受信料の問題でしたらNHKが見れなくてもいいのでシステムを再開して下さい。

### 1/5 — いつになったらios12に対応するのやら

*2018-12-30*

売るだけ売って、あとは知らん顔のBUFFALOですね。

### 1/5 — アップデートする気がない

*2018-11-09*

製品は壊れてないのに
OSに合わせてアップデートされない
今後サプライ品購入はメーカーを選ぶ
必要がありそうですね
勉強になりました

### 1/5 — iOS12でも使えるようにして！

*2018-10-13*

iOS12で使えない！
せっかく買ったのに…！
使えるようにしてください。

### 1/5 — ちょいテレはゴミ？

*2018-09-03*

早くバージョンアップして欲しい。最新バージョンでは見れなくなった。メーカーは売りばっなししないで、早く観れる様にして下さい。

### 3/5 — 早くiOS11に対応して下さい

*2018-06-13*

いつになったら対応してくれるのでしょうか？このままじゃせっかく買った本体がもったいないです

## Frequently asked questions about ちょいテレi

### Does ちょいテレi work outside of Japan?

The app is currently being released outside of Japan for testing purposes, but it is intended for use in Japan only. It requires a One-Seg TV tuner that is compatible with the app.

### What hardware is required to use ちょいテレi?

This application only works with a Buffalo "ChoiTele i" One-Seg TV tuner attached to your iOS device. Without the tuner, the app will not function.

### Can I watch TV with ちょいテレi without an internet connection?

Yes, ちょいテレi allows you to watch One-Seg broadcasting which is a terrestrial digital television broadcast. An internet connection is not required for viewing, only for initial setup or program guide updates if applicable.

### What devices are compatible with ちょいテレi?

The app is compatible with a range of iOS devices including iPod touch (4th and 5th gen), iPhone (4, 4S, 5, 5S, 5C, 6, 6 Plus), and iPad (2, 3rd, 4th, mini). Specific storage capacities are also listed as compatible.

### Does ちょいテレi support recording TV shows?

Yes, recording is supported. You can record your favorite TV shows and play them back later using the ちょいテレi app. Time shifting is also available, allowing you to watch from the beginning even if you start mid-show.

### How often is ちょいテレi updated?

The latest version of ちょいテレi is 6.00, which was last updated on November 6, 2014. Users may want to check for newer updates if available, though this indicates the app has not been recently maintained.

### What is the user rating for ちょいテレi?

The app has a user rating of 2.2 stars from 198 ratings. This suggests that many users have had a negative experience with the application.

### Does ちょいテレi have ads?

Based on the provided data, ちょいテレi does not have advertisements. The app is free to download and use, and there are no in-app purchases or ads indicated.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 6.00 — 2014-11-06

** Attention **
This app not support iOS 11.
Please use on iOS 10 or previous version.

Support from this version:
- iOS 8 devices.

Some bug fix.

### 5.02 — 2013-10-21

- Now compatible with iPhone 5 in widescreen mode.
- Now compatible with Apple 12W USB AC adapter for charging through DH-MONE/IP.
- iOS 7 UI bugs fixed

### 5.01 — 2012-08-10

Supports the iPhone 4S (iOS 5.1 or later) and 3rd generation iPads.

#Firmware Update
-Increase the stability of devices.
-Connect the device and run this app.
-Follow instruction on the screen.

### 5.00 — 2012-07-12

Supports the iPhone 4S (iOS 5.1 or later) and 3rd generation iPads.

New Features
-Time Shifting
・Press the Time Shifting button and move the sliding bar to rewind or pause playback.
Note: About 3 hours of video is stored in the buffer for rewinding. If the channel is changed, the stored video in the buffer is discarded.

- Timer
・Tap the timer button to set a notification for a program. A notification message will be displayed about three minutes before the program begins. A timer button is available in the program guide for each channel.
・When the notification is displayed, tap OK to start the program. 
Note:  notifications are displayed even if the application is not running.

New Settings
-Audio Selection
・The 主/副 button has been moved from the TV mode/Video mode screens to Settings -> Audio Selection.

-Double-tap Shortcuts (iPhone and iPod touch only)
・Double-tap the viewing screen in full-screen mode to choose from [Time Shifting] or [Move Caption Position]. 

Other Changes
-Minor bug fixes

For more information, seeちょいテレi Support or Settings -> Help.

### 4.41 — 2012-04-30

*iPhone4S(iOS 5.1 or later) and iPad 3rd generation are supported.

#Add support for new product "DH-MONE/IP".
-DH-MONE/IP can charge the iPhone/iPad's battery by using USB cable
 while veiwing One-segment broadcasting or playing back video.

#Modification from Version 4.40.
-Minor bug fix

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