# Joe's Scanner — Hear the Action Know the Story

> Live radio call audio streaming and transcription client. (iPhone/iPad app by LINDSAY KAY WILLIAMS.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/joes-scanner/id6758413482 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [LINDSAY KAY WILLIAMS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1872809547)
- Category: Entertainment, Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.50/5 from 2 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 70 MB
- Released: 2026-02-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-07
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/joes-scanner/id6758413482/reviews.md

## What is Joe's Scanner?

Joe’s Scanner is a focused, high performance client for listening to live radio call audio and reviewing recent activity. It is designed for fast playback, clear call details, and continuously updating transcriptions so you can follow what is happening without jumping between tools.

Connection options
-Sign in with your JoesScanner.com web account to connect to the Joe’s Scanner service feed.
-Or connect to your own compatible server if you or a friend already run a backend.

Key capabilities
-Live call streaming and rapid playback controls
-Organized call lists with time, duration, talkgroup, and labels provided by the backend
-Transcriptions that update as they become available to add context to the audio
-Call history browsing for quick review of earlier traffic
-Filtering tools to reduce noise and focus on the traffic you care about

Compatibility
Joe’s Scanner can connect to the Joe’s Scanner service, or to self hosted Trunking Recorder servers that expose the standard API endpoints.

Note: Audio and metadata are provided by the connected service or your server. Availability of specific features can vary by backend configuration.

## Key features

- Live call streaming
- Rapid playback controls
- Organized call lists
- Updating transcriptions
- Call history browsing
- Filtering tools


## Frequently asked questions about Joe's Scanner

### What is Joe's Scanner used for?

Joe's Scanner is used for listening to live radio call audio and reviewing recent activity. It provides fast playback, clear call details, and continuously updating transcriptions to help you follow events.

### How does Joe's Scanner connect to audio feeds?

You can sign in with your JoesScanner.com web account to connect to the Joe’s Scanner service feed. Alternatively, it can connect to compatible self-hosted Trunking Recorder servers.

### Does Joe's Scanner offer transcriptions?

Yes, Joe's Scanner provides transcriptions that update as they become available. This adds context to the audio and allows you to follow what is happening without jumping between tools.

### Can I review past radio calls with Joe's Scanner?

Yes, the app includes call history browsing functionality. This allows for quick review of earlier traffic and provides details like time, duration, talkgroup, and labels.

### What devices is Joe's Scanner compatible with?

Joe's Scanner is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### What is the age rating for Joe's Scanner?

Joe's Scanner has an age rating of 9+.

### How often is Joe's Scanner updated?

The latest version, 1.6.4, was released on April 14, 2026, indicating recent activity and ongoing development.

### Does Joe's Scanner have ads?

No, Joe's Scanner does not contain advertisements.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6.4 — 2026-04-14

Mixed audio fix and background play (again?)

### 1.6.2 — 2026-03-19

Added mixed audio setting

### 1.6.1 — 2026-03-18

fixes for queue issues

### 1.6.0 — 2026-03-17

Options for exclusive playback and mixed playback on iOS and Android

### 1.5.9 — 2026-03-14

Fixed audio speed control

## Related topics

[rdio scanner](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/rdio-scanner)

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