Access trusted local news, live radio, and television streams from the Bay Area. Discover original podcasts and video series, and stay updated on community events. Personalize your feed with topics that interest you most.
Summarized from real user reviews of KQED. Based on 9.4K reviews and a 4.9/5 average, it highlights the 5 positives and 5 negatives reviewers mention most about this News app.
9.24.0
August 26, 2026
We're excited to bring you a new release from KQED! Curated navigation menu - The Home page now features a topic menu, allowing you to navigate to specific content with ease Share Live Radio segments with others - When you use the live radio search feature, you can now share the segments from your search results with your friends! Even more minor improvements and bug fixes! Update today and discover content that speaks to you!
More5 issues
App quits unexpectedly
Live stream keeps cutting off
5 requests
Add search functionality
Improve sleep timer and playback controls
The KQED app provides access to trustworthy local news coverage for the Bay Area, live streaming of KQED Public Television and NPR radio programs, original podcasts and video series, and information on KQED-hosted events. Users can personalize their experience by selecting topics of interest.
Yes, the app is free to use, supported by the generous contributions of KQED members. While the core features are free, signing in as a KQED donor member unlocks additional benefits and discounts.
You can find trustworthy local news, live streams of popular radio shows like 'Forum' and 'All Things Considered,' live TV streams including PBS and BBC content, original KQED video series, and a variety of KQED original podcasts. The app also features information on upcoming KQED live events.
Yes, you can download episodes of KQED original podcasts to your device to enjoy when you're on the go or without an internet connection. This feature is available for all users.
Signing in allows for a personalized experience where your chosen topics are prioritized in your feed. Signed-in KQED donor members can also access their digital member card for exclusive benefits and discounts at various Bay Area venues and businesses.
