# RTÉ Player

> Download the BRAND NEW fully re-stocked RTÉ Player and enjoy so much more!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/air.RTE.OSMF.Minimal](https://chrome-stats.com/d/air.RTE.OSMF.Minimal)

## Overview

- **ID:** `air.RTE.OSMF.Minimal`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** RTÉ
- **Category:** VIDEO\_PLAYERS
- **Downloads:** 3,690,191
- **Rating:** 4.17 / 5 (60,295 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.156.7
- **Last updated:** 2026-06-04
- **First published:** 2013-08-20
- **Publisher country:** IE
- **Size:** 82 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=air.RTE.OSMF.Minimal)
- **Website:** [http://www.rte.ie/player/](http://www.rte.ie/player/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.rte.ie/about/en/policies-and-reports/policies-guidelines/2012/0417/317440-rte-privacy-statement/](http://www.rte.ie/about/en/policies-and-reports/policies-guidelines/2012/0417/317440-rte-privacy-statement/)

## Description

RTÉ Player is Ireland's premier streaming service for live and on-demand television. Enjoy thousands of popular RTÉ shows including gripping dramas, soaps, and live sports across RTÉ One, RTÉ2, RTÉ News, and RTÉ Kids.

The extension lets you browse and switch seamlessly between channels, access content with Irish Sign Language and Audio Description for inclusivity, and personalize your viewing experience. Features include signing in to continue watching across devices, tailored recommendations, watchlists for your favourite programmes, and easy social sharing, making RTÉ Player your go-to destination for top Irish entertainment and family-friendly content.

## Rankings

- #30,074 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `air.RTE.OSMF.Minimal.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Reviews are mixed: many users praise box-set access and playback controls, and note improvements in performance and usability. However, frequent buffering, unreliable streaming, intrusive ads, and login/verification problems are common complaints. Some call for further stability improvements and better sign-in flow. Addressing streaming reliability, ad experience, and robust login support would likely improve overall user satisfaction.

### Pros

- Box sets with playback controls (fast-forward/rewind) for easy navigation.
- Notable improvements in performance, with fewer crashes and fewer ads.
- Overall positive reception and a user-friendly experience.

### Cons

- Buffering and unstable streaming with frequent buffering and broken streams.
- Excessive, long ads that interrupt viewing.
- Login/verification problems (verification emails not sent and sign-in issues).

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/air.RTE.OSMF.Minimal)