CBBC, BBC Four and CBBC will shut down and become online-only services, the corporation has said, as part of plans to close television and radio channels in order to focus on streaming services.
Why is BBC Sounds not working?
However, if you’re having problems playing live streams 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.
Is BBC Radio offline?
This means for the first time, you will be able to download BBC radio programmes in full to your smartphone or tablet, listen to them offline without the need for an internet connection and keep them to enjoy for up to 30 days.
How do I listen again to BBC radio?
BBC World Service is always available to listen to online, via iPlayer Radio on your computer and mobile phone – simply visit www.bbcworldservice.com on your phone’s internet browser. Please use the iPlayer Radio help pages to find out more or if you are having any problems listening.
Why has BBC iPlayer radio stopped working?
It is standard practice for updated apps to no longer support older operating systems. This is the case for iPlayer as well as iPlayer Radio, and apps by other companies and organisations. The BBC Sounds app requires users to have a device which is capable of running iOS 11.3, Android 5 or Amazon OS 5 (or above).
How do I get BBC Sounds to work?
Where can I get the BBC Sounds app? Install the app for free from your app store: Amazon Fire: BBC Sounds in the Amazon Appstore. Android: BBC Sounds in the Google Play Store.
Why has Alexa stopped playing BBC radio?
It may be that the device profile is not the same as the account profile. Try saying “Alexa, switch profile” or “Alexa, switch to [your first name]’s profile” and trying to link your account again.
Why is BBC live not available?
For rights reasons, we occasionally can’t make live streams available on BBC iPlayer. When this happens, it’s most likely because we’re broadcasting a film or sporting event for which we don’t have the online rights.
Can I listen to BBC radio for free?
Listen to BBC World Service, BBC Radio 4 and Many Other Stations from Around the World with the radio.net App. Download now for free and listen to the radio easily.
Will FM radio be phased out in UK?
Sign up to our free breaking news emails. Radio stations will be allowed to continue broadcasting via analogue for another decade, the government has said, after several FM and AM commercial radio licences were set to expire from early 2022.
Why are my radio stations not working?
One of the most common causes of poor car radio reception is a poor antenna connection. If the antenna cable is poorly seated in your head unit, or any of the connections are loose, worn, or corroded, you’ll often find it difficult to tune into your favorite station.
What channel is BBC radio on?
Radio 4 can be found on the following channels, frequencies and websites: DAB Listed as “BBC Radio 4”, “BBC R4”, or “Radio 4” FM 92 – 95 FM, 103-105 FM. LW 198 Long Wave.
Why is BBC Sounds cutting out?
We’ve found that if you have Battery Saver mode enabled on your Android device, playback will stop when either: Your phone is locked. You launch another mobile app.
Is BBC down right now?
No, we are not detecting any problems with BBC right now.
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Is the radio dying out?
The audience for terrestrial radio remains high, though there was a slight drop in 2020: In 2020, 83% of Americans ages 12 or older listened to terrestrial radio in a given week, a figure that dropped slightly from 89% in 2019 according to Nielsen Media Research data published by the Radio Advertising Bureau.
Will FM be phased out?
The review recommends there should be no formal switch-off of FM services before 2030.
Is BBC Sounds the same as BBC radio?
BBC Sounds is where you can listen to BBC Radio stations, programmes, podcasts, music and a whole bunch of other lovely stuff online. With over 80,000 hours of BBC audio available, BBC Sounds introduces you to new audio you may not otherwise have discovered.
Why has the BBC sounds icon changed?
The BBC said it wanted to modernise “all aspects of our services so the experience feels coherent wherever you access our content” adding that it wanted to “join the dots” between the different BBC services “through simplified layouts and graphics”.
What devices can I listen to BBC Sounds on?
The app is available on supported Amazon Fire, Android and iOS mobile and tablet devices.
For the full experience, install the BBC Sounds app
- Amazon Fire devices: Amazon Appstore.
- Android devices: Google Play Store.
- iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch devices: Apple App Store.
How do I get BBC radio to play Alexa?
To get started, say “Alexa, open BBC Sounds.” When prompted, ask for the name of the live radio station, programme, podcast or music mix that you want to listen to.
Do I have to pay for BBC radio on Alexa?
It’s free of charge. You’ll then need to link your BBC account to the voice device. To do this, click on the Settings button for the BBC skill in the Alexa app.