iheartradio – Review

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On October 11, 2008

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iheartradio – Review

Our rating:

By: iheartradio

Version #: 1.0

Date Released: 2008-09-08

Developer:

Price: 0.00

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iheartradio is yet another app that brings streaming radio to the iPhone/iPod Touch.  Unlike Pandora and Last.fm, however, iheartradio streams traditional/commercial fm stations such as New York’s Z100.

On my iPhone it works like a charm.  A few seconds after loading, the app it had buffered enough music and was playing (I was connected to my local WiFi).  The app itself is simple, barebones, and as a result, very easy to use.  The sound quality was acceptable.

There are two downsides to the app currently, however.

First, the number of stations is exceptionally limited (12).

Second-  I tried to install the app on my iPod Touch a few times, and for some reason could not get it to play.  However, it worked fine on my iPhone.

If you like commercial radio, this app is a good option for you.  Personally, I’ll stick with Pandora or Last.fm.

Quick Take

Value: High, since it is free .
Would I Buy Again: No but only because I don’t listen to commercialradio
Learning Curve: Zero
Who is it for:  People who like traditional FM radio
What I like:  Simple interface. Easy to use. Free
What I Don’t:  Limited stations. Does not work on my Touch. Commercial radio stinks.

Final Statement: Use it if your favorite station is one of the 12 available. Otherwise… pass.
 

Read the Developer's Notes:
iheartradio delivers America’s favorite radio stations, including Z100, KIIS FM, KFI AM and KFAN, right to your iPhone or iPod Touch. Bookmark your favorite station, view album art and get lyrics to your favorite songs. iheartradio also includes the critically acclaimed genre-defying erockster and Pride Radio, programmingby and for the LGBT community. All stations are streamed in Apple’s own high-quality AAC format for a superior listening experience.O U R   T A K E . . .

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