The BBC Sounds app is an app you can install on your mobile or tablet to enjoy live and on-demand BBC radio, music mixes and podcasts. It’s completely unique to you as it’s designed to learn from your listening habits.
How do I get BBC sound?
You can access BBC Sounds through our website at www.bbc.co.uk/sounds on your computer, laptop, phone or tablet device. There’s also a dedicated BBC Sounds app for mobile and tablet devices. You can also listen to live stations and podcasts through BBC Sounds on many smart speakers and internet radio devices.
Is BBC audio free?
What is BBC Sounds? BBC Sounds is a free to use App that brings together live and on-demand radio, music and podcasts into a single easy to use app. You don’t require a TV license to listen to BBC Sounds.
Can anyone listen to BBC Sounds?
No, you do not need a TV Licence to listen to the radio (including on BBC Sounds).
Why does BBC Sounds not work?
However, if you’re having problems playing live programmes or podcasts on your internet radio device, try the following steps: Restart the device. Position the device closer to your WiFi router for a stronger signal, or try changing the channel your WiFi router transmits on.
What is the difference between BBC iPlayer and BBC Sounds?
BBC Sounds differs from iPlayer Radio by acting as a place for original podcast material created by the BBC specifically for the app, as opposed to catch-up listening of its linear radio services.
Why can’t I download BBC Sounds app?
Uninstall the app. Turn off the WiFi/mobile network on your device.Turn on the WiFi/network on the device again. Install the BBC Sounds app again.
How do I find BBC radio podcasts?
Podcasts can be found on the BBC Sounds Podcasts page or the Podcast category on the website, mobile/tablet app or TV app.
Do you have to pay for BBC podcasts?
You can listen to or download most podcasts for free on the BBC Sounds app or from the BBC Sounds website on your computer. From our website, you can download most podcasts as MP3 files.You can also subscribe to receive a podcast, rather like you might subscribe to a magazine and get it delivered each week.
Can I listen to the radio at work without a Licence?
If you use, play or perform music in your business or organisation through radio, TV, or other digital device, you’ll probably need a music licence.Playing the radio in your business or organisation is classed as a public performance whether this is for your customers, your staff or both.
Can I listen to BBC radio without signing in?
Without signing in, you’ll be unable to play programmes or choose to benefit from personalised features such as bookmarking programmes for later, getting personalised programme recommendations based on what you’ve listened to, and picking up where you left off across your devices.
Can I listen to radio on my TV?
Power on the TV and radio (or satellite receiver). If using a satellite receiver, switch down through the stations until you find the radio stations. Look through the radio listings until you find the station you are looking for. If using a radio, press the “Video“ button on the TV.
How do I download BBC Audio app?
Android
- In the Google Play Store, search for ‘BBC Sounds’
- Once you’ve found the app, select Install and the app should begin to download.
- After you’ve downloaded it, select Open and this will bring you to the app which you can begin to use straight away.
Is BBC Sounds available outside UK?
You can listen to most of our live and on-demand radio content from anywhere in the world.
What does subscribe mean in BBC Sounds?
Subscribing on BBC Sounds means you‘ll see a personalised feed of your favourite podcasts and programmes in My Sounds. You will need to download episodes individually. On the website. Click on an episode of the programme you want to add to your Subscribed list.
Is there a BBC Sounds app?
Where can I get the BBC Sounds app? Install the app for free from your app store:Android: BBC Sounds in the Google Play Store. iOS: BBC Sounds in the Apple App Store.
How do I download podcasts from BBC Sounds?
How do I download on the BBC Sounds app?
- Tap on the individual episode you’d like to download.
- Select the Download option (if there is no download button, the programme may be available to stream only).
How do I listen to BBC radio on my computer?
No, there isn’t a BBC Sounds app for computers or laptops. Our BBC Sounds app is available on mobiles, tablets and on many connected TVs. On your computer, simply head to the BBC Sounds website to listen to live radio, on-demand programmes, podcasts, and music mixes.
Can I download BBC podcasts?
While the BBC has long offered dedicated podcasts and shows pieced together from its daily broadcasts, this is the first time that entire uncut shows can be downloaded. Once users have updated to the latest BBC iPlayer Radio app for iOS, Android, or Kindle, a download option will appear on programme pages.
What are the top BBC podcasts?
Best BBC podcasts
- The Infinite Monkey Cage.
- You’re Dead To Me.
- That Peter Crouch Podcast.
- The Missing Cryptoqueen.
- History of the World in 100 Objects.
What podcasts are available on BBC sounds?
Podcasts
- Strictly Come Dancing: The Official Podcast. Joe Sugg and Kim Winston share the latest backstage action from Strictly Come Dancing.
- A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. Read by Sean Baker.
- Football Daily.
- Match of the Day: Top 10.
- Classic Stories.
- You’re Not My Mum: The Stepmum’s Side.
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