The updated design puts on demand content at the forefront and the new interface makes the SBS Radio app easy to use to discover live streams, podcasts, music, news and information. Other key features include:
· Checking the language setting in a user’s phone and presenting navigation and text in language
· Users can now pick their favourite content and display it in their own tailored playlist
· Switching stations is now easier in the live radio menu
· In-app alerts to notify about new podcast episodes or any favourite content about to expire
· Use the new ‘Explore’ screen to find any new shows to add to the favourite list
· Set a sleep-timer for automatic switch-off after a period of time or when a program ends
SBS Director of Audio and Language Content, Mandi Wicks said, “SBS Radio recognises that our audiences expect a more on demand content experience, on the device of their choice. With the new and improved functionality, the SBS Radio app caters to our listeners with a personalised experience tailored to their content and language preferences.”
Existing users of the SBS PopDesi and SBS Chill app will be directed to download the new SBS Radio app to continue listening to their favourite channels. As a new feature, listeners of SBS PopDesi, SBS Chill and SBS PopAsia can now see a track list played in the past 7 days and purchase them for offline listening.
Tune in to SBS Radio anytime, anywhere. Download the free SBS Radio App available now at the iTunes App Store and Google Play.
