RadioStar - Real Radio

RadioStar - Real Radio

How Radio Should Have Been

6 ratings
3 reviews
Free
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • April 21, 2026
  • July 23, 2026
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Experience radio as it was in 1965 with a meticulously designed virtual analog radio. Tune into hundreds of real stations worldwide using a realistic rotating dial, complete with authentic static and warm tube startup.

Authentic 1965 analog radio design
Rotating dial with haptic feedback
Hundreds of real-world radio stations
Static crossfade between stations
Preset buttons for favorite stations
Sleep timer
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What's New in RadioStar

2.4

July 23, 2026

RadioStar 2.4. Now on iPad. RadioStar comes to the big screen as a full tabletop tube radio. Set your iPad on a desk, power it on, and it becomes a piece of vintage audio furniture. A real tabletop radio. The RS-3 Tube Classic fills your iPad edge to edge in landscape. Woven speaker cloth, a glass four band dial, brass knobs, piano key band selectors, and tubes that warm up when you power on. Tune it like the real thing. Turn the TUNING knob with one finger, or grab it with two and twist, just like a real radio. Forty haptic notches per revolution. A hardware keyboard works too or trackpad, space for power and arrow keys to tune. Lock screen controls, on iPhone and iPad. Play and pause from the lock screen, and skip to the next station without opening the app. New on both devices in this update. Everything you already have, on iPad. Regions, countries, Local Broadcast with GPS or postal code, and presets. One purchase unlocks premium on both your iPhone and your iPad. For Premium members. The RS-4 Portable, a second radio model with a carry handle and five finishes, plus five premium finishes for the RS-3. Also in 2.4. Reliability improvements. No account. No tracking. Just spin the dial.

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User reviews

Has potential but where’s local stations?

I personally think RadioApp is wayyy better! It gives you that nostalgic feel of “static” when tuning, and has almost all my local market stations. If I ever want to I can sort by country, state, and city as well. This app is just useless unless you’re in one of the few cities it has.

Vintage radio

I like to play the radio when I go to bed. I have this app on my phone’s sleep screen. It lets me stream radio stations without distractions. Just like using a 1960s transistor radio.

The developer is responsive to the community and already adding more stations and features, but keeping the interface simple.

I highly recommend.
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Fun app

Slowly tune the dial wait for a station to pop in! Reminds me of my short wave radio hobby.

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FAQ

What is RadioStar?

RadioStar is a music app designed to replicate the experience of using a vintage analog radio from 1965. It features a detailed visual and tactile interface for tuning into real radio stations from around the world.

How does RadioStar work?

You interact with a virtual rotating dial to tune into different radio stations, similar to an old analog radio. The app provides authentic static sounds when between stations and allows you to lock onto signals from various global broadcasters.

Can I listen to RadioStar offline?

RadioStar requires an internet connection to stream live radio stations. It does not offer offline listening capabilities as it relies on real-time broadcasts from worldwide stations.

Does RadioStar have ads?

No, RadioStar is ad-free. The developers have stated that the app contains no advertisements, ensuring an uninterrupted listening experience.

What kind of stations can I find on RadioStar?

RadioStar offers access to hundreds of real stations from Radio Browser, including AM talk radio, FM music, NPR, BBC, and old-time radio dramas. Premium cabinets unlock stations from Europe, Asia, Latin America, Oceania, and Africa.

Are there different versions or tiers of RadioStar?

The core RadioStar app is free and includes all features, such as the classic cabinet and global stations. Optional premium cabinets can be purchased for $4.99, offering different visual styles and unlocking additional regional station access.

What devices does RadioStar support?

Based on the provided data, RadioStar is currently supported on iPhone devices. Further platform compatibility may be available or planned by the developer.

How often is RadioStar updated?

The latest version of RadioStar was released on May 25, 2026, indicating recent development activity. Users can expect updates to maintain functionality and potentially add new features or stations.