# Voicecaster > Voice-controlled news aggregator for hands-free, offline listening. (iPhone/iPad app by Intelligently Interactive, Inc..) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/voicecaster/id969512337 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Intelligently Interactive, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/969512336) - Category: News, Entertainment - Price: Free - Rating: 3.56/5 from 9 App Store ratings · 7 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 10.3 · 80 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2015-04-04 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/voicecaster/id969512337/reviews.md ## What is Voicecaster? With a simple, patented interface, you use a single word, GO, to control most of Voicecaster while you are on the go. Choose from many popular sites for news, politics, business, sports and more while driving, walking or unable to look or interact with your screen. Stories are downloaded when you refresh a channel and the Internet isn't needed for our voice control. Be sure to select a high quality voice in your device settings for the best listening experience. Spend more time and in more places with the news you choose on the go with Voicecaster! ## Key features - Single-word voice control - Access popular news sites - Offline story downloads - Hands-free operation - Supports driving and walking ## Recent user reviews (7 of 7) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/voicecaster/id969512337/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Opens & Crashes Immediately *2019-02-07, version 2.5.01* Despite the most recent update, app opens & closes within 2 seconds on my iPhone 6. ### 5/5 — Pretty Cool App! Can only get better *2018-07-26, version 2.1.5* Thanks for asking me to download this app on the train today. It’s pretty cool and can only get better. I checked out different categories and they all had recent News.. Do all you can to advertise/ market this app..promote it on social media.. people will love it!!! ### 5/5 — Brilliant App *2015-05-03, version 1.0* I rarely have time to sit and read my news. ekko allows me to get a head start on the day by listening to MY news on the go… And at the speed I decide. Just Brilliant! ### 2/5 — Great concept but not stable *2015-05-01, version 1.0* Great app but crashes often. Sometimes getting message to "refresh". Needs some work. Does not allow to change background image. ### 3/5 — Ok it's free. *2015-05-01, version 1.0* Turned it's internal volume to max, iPhone 6 Plus volume to max. This on other apps blows me away, not this app. Need headphones. ### 5/5 — Convenient way to review the daily headlines *2015-04-04, version 1.0* With this app I can make sure that I am up to date on current events without having to pencil in time to catch up. I can get the headlines while making oatmeal and putting on makeup. I can learn about what the political scandal is while making dinner. I would recommend this app to anyone who is looking for an easily consumable news resource. ### 5/5 — Wonderful hands-free news app *2015-04-04, version 1.0* This app is great for listening to news article while in your car or doing chores around the house. There are a lot of different news sources to get articles from. The speech recognition is a great feature! Highly recommend it - can't wait for even more news channels to be supported! ## Frequently asked questions about Voicecaster ### What is Voicecaster's rating? Voicecaster has a rating of 3.6 stars based on 9 user ratings. ### Is Voicecaster free to use? Yes, Voicecaster is available for free. ### What devices does Voicecaster support? Voicecaster is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. ### What is the age rating for Voicecaster? Voicecaster has an age rating of 4+. ### How often is Voicecaster updated? The latest version, 2.5.1, was released on April 4, 2019. The app was initially released on April 4, 2015. ### Can I use Voicecaster offline? Yes, stories are downloaded when you refresh a channel, and internet is not needed for its voice control features. ### What is the primary voice command for Voicecaster? The app uses a simple, patented interface where the single word 'GO' controls most of its functions. ### Does Voicecaster have ads? The provided data does not specify if Voicecaster contains advertisements. ## Version history (last 1 release) ### 2.5.1 — 2019-04-04 Under the hood updates. ## Apps similar to Voicecaster | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [CircleMe: Social News & Chat](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/circleme-social-news-and-chat/id505991146) | 4.5 (47) | Free | News | | [RSS Wear](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rss-wear/id961571378) | 2.8 (5) | Free | News | | [Bilber: News & RSS Reader](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bilber-news-and-rss-reader/id738034409) | 5.0 (1) | Free | News | | [Cord Cutters News](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cord-cutters-news/id1355803632) | 4.7 (1,833) | Free | News | | [WatzTrending](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watztrending/id1543592880) | 5.0 (1) | Free | News | | [UK News Today & British Radio](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/uk-news-today-and-british-radio/id1220649338) | 4.8 (11) | Free | News | --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*