If television still has an important place in the daily lives of many people, its future, compared to the Internet and online video services, is not very bright. On the other hand, another, more discreet media remains associated with everyday life for some. It’s radio that we’re talking about for this new update of ourapplication selection folders.
Multi-station apps, general radios from France or around the world, news radios, music radios, for young and old or even ultra-niche web radios, there is something for everyone with no less than 30 iOS applications. In short, here are the top radio applications for iPhone and iPad.
Note that most of these apps are free. Those that require payment are specified as such.
The best apps to listen to all radio stations
Audials Radio
A free application with a clean and modern design which offers the choice and listening to many global stations. In French, it allows you to find your favorite stations through the search or the station section by country (including France).
It is also possible to favorite them and record songs to listen to them later and store them in playlists. Powerful ! The icing on the already well-stocked cake is that the app offers a dark design in addition to the lighter default one. Definitely worth testing!
radio.fr
It's probably one of the simplest, without being the least complete. radio.fr offers basic functionalities which will be sufficient for those who do not want to get confused with too many buttons and functions.
In other words, this app gets straight to the point. If it allows you to discover web radios classified by musical style, it also gives access to major French and world stations. Once the favorite station is found, a simple click switches it to favorites so you no longer miss your favorite shows.
TuneIn Radio
It's difficult to talk about radio applications without dwelling for a moment on TuneIn Radio. The application available on almost all existing platforms is obviously available on iOS. With more than 100,000 web and radio stations available, it will meet the desires of all listeners.
The search is carried out by theme, musical trend... and it is even possible to browse what is on the air live with a simple swipe of your finger. Once again, everything is organized into categories which make it easier to find what you're looking for.
Another feature of this very complete application is that it is possible to record the program listened to. There is even a mode specially designed for the car with larger buttons. Practical if the 3 or 4G connection is available! And it's always good to know that switching to the pro version of this application removes advertisements:
RadioApp
If there is a good name, it is that of this application. It is indeed ultra simple and uses the principle of the FM/AM radio like no other. Indeed, instead of offering a search for stations by list or by location, it offers an FM band. The choice of station is made by sliding the band with your fingertip. Perfect for discovery or for going to the memorized frequency. Still, once you have found the station of your dreams, you can add it to your favorites so you no longer have to look for it. The design is clear, sober and the app appeared very stable, no interruptions or buffering. Great work:
Other iOS radio applications for the pleasure of discovery
iPhone applications of major radio stations
After discovering the “radio station” applications, here are those of the biggest radio stations in France.
The essentials
The word radio quickly conjures up legendary stations. Because heard during childhood, at a friend or relative's house, or randomly stuck on the highway, it's difficult to miss one of them. Here are the main stations in question available in their iPhone/iPad version:
Public service
As with television, the public service offers a varied range of programs. Among the different public stations, each has its own theme and audience. From Mouv to France Culture, without forgetting the essential France Inter, all have their free iPhone app:
For young people…
Since music has existed, few young people have validated their parents' tastes when it comes to singing along. Very logically, certain radio stations are devoted to more current music which should suit the desires of the youngest:
…And the less young
If the selection above does not please you, you will then have to turn to the following, with probably more suitable content:
That's it for this file of applications, hoping that our selection will allow everyone to find their radio happiness. Let us remember on this occasion that this type of file cannot be exhaustive. You will inevitably have other applications to recommend because you appreciate them and use them on a daily basis. Do not hesitate to do so via the comments, indicating their strengths and your preferences, these comments will be used for future updates!
