# KPBS — KPBS news, podcasts & more! > Public media news, podcasts, and live streaming from San Diego. (iPhone/iPad app by San Diego State University Foundation.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kpbs/id1305075995 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [San Diego State University Foundation](https://appshunter.io/developer/1305075994) - Category: News - Price: Free - Rating: 4.40/5 from 97 App Store ratings · 28 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 17+ - Requires: iOS 14.0 · 41 MB - Languages: American English, European Spanish - Released: 2017-11-03 - Data updated: 2026-08-19 - Monetization: ad-supported - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kpbs/id1305075995/reviews.md ## What is KPBS? The KPBS App is where you can listen, watch, stream, and read local and national news and entertainment from San Diego’s public media station. From the KPBS FM radio livestream, to today’s breaking news, to podcasts and TV shows, tap into your community in one place.  News * Read local and national headlines, investigations and more from the KPBS, NPR and PBS news teams * Receive breaking news alerts Live Streaming * Listen to KPBS FM * Listen to Classical San Diego FM * Watch KPBS TV  * Pause and rewind your program with ease On Demand * Access KPBS, PBS, PBS Kids and NPR programs and podcasts easily and quickly * Pause and rewind your program with ease * When listening to programs, individual segments (when available) are listed so you can review and choose one or listen to the entire program * Easy to access past programs * Sign in with your Passport account to access the full PBS Passport library Additional features * View the radio and TV schedules * Bookmark a program for later viewing * KPBS membership support * Send KPBS a recorded audio or video message * A built-in Sleep Timer and Alarm Clock allows you to go to sleep and wake up to your favorite station ## Key features - Read local and national news - Listen to live radio streams - Watch live TV streams - Access on-demand programs and podcasts - Receive breaking news alerts - Bookmark programs for later ## Recent user reviews (10 of 28) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kpbs/id1305075995/reviews.md ### 4/5 — Good app *2026-07-08* I think that this app presents the news KPBS is featuring well enough but the app should be redesigned to be slightly more aesthetically pleasing. The plain white background with black text is a bit droll, but I do like the font type that was used. ### 5/5 — thank the powers that be, we can't lose Public Radio *2026-07-04* there is no other FreeNews Source out there, nor paid neither that can compete with this 'Gold Standard' of News & Culture & any other important topic that we need a 100% non-partisan feed of- if i could give a gazillion dollars to support, i would !! ### 3/5 — No way to share articles *2026-03-30* There is no way to share articles from the app. ### 5/5 — Radio of Life *2026-01-14, version 6.3.14* Thanks to KPBS my LIFE is FULLER!!! ### 5/5 — Great App *2025-09-06* One of the better news and entertainment apps out there. Easy to navigate and use. ### 2/5 — Trouble streaming on iPad. *2025-08-14* Content is great, but I have not been able to connect to streaming again. Was able to watch 3 episodes of Grant hester, but cannot access it anymore. The 3 bars in the top left corner do not respond. ### 5/5 — M *2025-06-13, version 6.2.0* Yea ### 5/5 — Excellent *2025-05-15* Excellent way to stay informed on the FACTS of both sides of current issues. ### 5/5 — Excellent! *2025-04-09, version 6.2.0* Love the content. Easy to use app. Thank you ### 5/5 — Great, easy to navigate, informative App *2025-01-21* Info is easy to search…at your fingertips. ## Frequently asked questions about KPBS ### What kind of news does KPBS offer? KPBS provides local and national news headlines, investigations, and reports from the KPBS, NPR, and PBS news teams. Users can also receive breaking news alerts. ### Can I listen to KPBS radio on the app? Yes, you can listen to the KPBS FM radio livestream directly within the app. It also offers a stream for Classical San Diego FM. ### Does KPBS have ads? Yes, the KPBS app contains advertisements. ### What devices support KPBS? KPBS is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. ### How often is KPBS updated? The latest version of KPBS is 7.4.6, last updated on April 22, 2026. Updates typically include new features and bug fixes. ### Can I watch KPBS TV programs on the app? Yes, you can watch KPBS TV live streams and access on-demand PBS and PBS Kids programs. You can pause and rewind your programs with ease. ### What is the age rating for KPBS? The age rating for KPBS is 17+, indicating mature content may be present. ### How can I access the full PBS Passport library? You can sign in with your Passport account within the KPBS app to access the full PBS Passport library of content. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 12.0.6 — 2026-07-14 Performance enhancements and bug fixes Your feedback helps us make our app better for everyone. Please send us your suggestions via the "Settings and Help" section of the app! ### 7.4.6 — 2026-04-22 Performance enhancements and bug fixes. Your feedback helps us make our app better for everyone. Please send us your suggestions via the "Help" section of the app! ### 6.3.14 — 2025-11-06 Performance enhancements and bug fixes. Your feedback helps us make our app better for everyone. Please send us your suggestions via the "Help" section of the app! ### 6.2.0 — 2024-04-18 Performance enhancements and bug fixes. Your feedback helps us make our app better for everyone. Please send us your suggestions via the "Help" section of the app! ### 4.6.30 — 2024-01-16 Welcome to the new KPBS app. Enjoy an improved interface and full access to our news and entertainment content, including streamlined radio and video streaming. ## Apps similar to KPBS | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [WBEZ](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wbez/id587477231) | 4.7 (623) | Free | News | | [ABC 10 News San Diego KGTV](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/abc-10-news-san-diego-kgtv/id530143054) | 4.2 (282) | Free | News | | [NBC 7 San Diego News & Weather](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nbc-7-san-diego-news-and-weather/id331809469) | 4.4 (721) | Free | News | | [FOX 5 San Diego & KUSI News](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fox-5-san-diego-and-kusi-news/id586932831) | 4.6 (1,382) | Free | News | | [LAist](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/laist/id293825085) | 4.3 (634) | Free | News | | [The San Diego Union-Tribune](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-san-diego-union-tribune/id1145952888) | 4.4 (2,044) | Free | News | ## More apps by San Diego State University Foundation - [KPBS+](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kpbs-plus/id6741001514) All apps by San Diego State University Foundation: https://appshunter.io/developer/1305075994 ## Related topics [kpbs radio](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/kpbs-radio) · [kpbs](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/kpbs) · [kusc](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/kusc) · [kpvi](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/kpvi) · [bppb](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/bppb) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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