The iHeartRadio app has received its biggest refresh since its debut in 2011, with a wide variety of new features to enhance the listening experience.
The revamped app will feature an interface more similar to an in-dash car radio experience than previously seen in a digital audio app.
The iHeartRadio app will now feature presets for listeners, allowing up to 15 stations, playlists, podcasts, or artist radio stations to be accessible throughout the app. Additionally, a scan button will be available for listeners to seek new stations, filter by genre or location, and will allow listeners to find local radio stations faster.
A live radio dial, a what’s trending ranker, and updated lyrics to songs are also part of the update from iHeartMedia.
“Our listeners have made it clear that they want a streaming audio platform that’s intuitive and familiar, reflecting the simplicity of the car radio while embracing the full capabilities of streaming technology,” said iHeartMedia CEO Bob Pittman. “The redesigned iHeartRadio app does just that, bringing together the best features of the car radio and the mobile app. We are excited to offer this new and improved iHeartRadio app just in time for Christmas – it’s our special gift to our listeners.”
“The new iHeartRadio app further underscores iHeartMedia’s mission to use the power of audio to build companionship and connection,” added iHeart Digital Audio Group CEO Conal Byrne. “This experience blends the familiarity of the car radio with digital innovation to enable users to easily find the stations, artists and podcasts they know and love, fostering the fun, spontaneous discovery and connection that comes with live car radio – all through their phones, anywhere they go.”
The fresh features in the app will begin updating today and will be fully implemented by Tuesday, December 17th.
