BBC World Service
Listen to the latest programmes and news headlines on the official BBC WS app
Total ratings
4.14
(Rating count:
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spammy, or outdated. Pros
- Excellent content and broad coverage of world news
- Easy access to updates and current affairs
- Good sound quality while multitasking with other apps
- Professional delivery with thought-provoking presenters
Cons
- Frequent audio playback issues and interruptions
- App performance deteriorated after updates
- Lack of search functionality for podcasts and stories
- Difficulties with app navigation and distracting layout
Most mentioned
- Audio issues and interruptions while streaming
- Performance problems following recent app updates
- Desire for a more user-friendly interface and features
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User reviews
Recent rating average:
4.60
All time rating average:
4.14
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| Date | Author | Rating | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-14 |  | | So far I am pleased at being able to access headline news from around the world at most any time. I am hoping to figure out how to tune in regular BBC programming. |
| 2024-12-13 |  | | I have listened to BBC for long since I was a child at the age of 52 keep the station |
| 2024-12-11 |  | | This is the BEST BBC World service application I have ever come across. As am writing this review, I am listening to News hour. So far it is in my Nokia 6 running Android version 9 O. Will run the application on my other handsets. FOR SURE IT HAS NO COMPETITOR . THANKS TO THE DEVELOPERS/Programmers. Additional views today 11th December 2024. Have installed the app in a Samsung Galaxy A10 and Tecno CAMON pro. It's GREAT!!! |
| 2024-12-04 |  | | Typical excellent reading of the news of the day. |
| 2024-12-03 |  | | Since last week BBC is not working well sometimes it will work the other time it will show not streaming which I will not hear my favorite BBC world news |
| 2024-12-02 |  | | BBC World Service is a gift you give yourself. It broadens my perspective without attempting to manipulate my interpretation. There is so much here. Such a pleasure. |
| 2024-12-01 |  | | I don't want everyone else seeing my page; want page restricted to particular friends only. |
| 2024-11-29 |  | | Intelligent, thoughtful, thorough and professional, and plenty of wit along the way. The presenters and presentation are an ongoing delight. Keep up the excellent work! |
| 2024-11-22 |  | | A very good and professional source with topnotch delivery.. the app hangs atimes, not sure if it's my network though.. |
| 2024-11-20 |  | | Good as the Radio and television in information, education and entertainment |
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