# Radio Times Magazine

> Entertainment news

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.im.rtnewsstand](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.im.rtnewsstand)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.im.rtnewsstand`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Immediate Media Co
- **Category:** NEWS\_AND\_MAGAZINES
- **Downloads:** 57,354
- **Rating:** 1.80 / 5 (246 ratings)
- **Version:** 9.2
- **Last updated:** 2026-02-03
- **First published:** 2015-04-09
- **Publisher country:** GB
- **Size:** 54 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-22
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.im.rtnewsstand)
- **Website:** [https://www.immediateapps.co.uk/digital-contact-form/](https://www.immediateapps.co.uk/digital-contact-form/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://policies.immediate.co.uk/privacy/](https://policies.immediate.co.uk/privacy/)

## Description

Experience the Radio Times digital edition—a seamless, exact copy of the weekly magazine delivered straight to your device. Explore top programmes, films, and podcasts with daily recommendations from our entertainment experts, plus a dedicated section of streaming picks for Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and more. Stay on top of TV with easy-to-use listings across 100+ channels, plus exclusive author interviews, and weekly puzzles to enjoy on the go.

Purchase options include single issues or subscriptions via in-app purchases (monthly or yearly). Subscriptions auto-renew unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage renewals in your Google Account settings. The digital edition includes current and future issues; note that cover gifts and supplements from the print edition are not included. For support, contact the team via Email Support in the app. Privacy Policy and Terms apply.

## Rankings

- #283,390 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.REORDER_TASKS`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.im.rtnewsstand.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users consistently report severe login and subscription verification problems, including endless loops and lack of options for print subscribers. The app lacks easily accessible TV schedules and has problematic navigation, with poor back button handling and usability on phones. Stability issues include crashes and loss of access, and downloads sometimes require internet connection to load. Many users view the app as a disappointing PDF replica, missing interactive features and inferior to prior digital versions. Overall, the app is widely seen as frustrating, unreliable, and difficult to use.

### Cons

- Difficulty signing in or logging in; users report endless loops, sign in buttons not working, and errors with subscription numbers.
- Lack of clear or functional option to enter or recognize existing print subscription numbers during setup, despite claims to the contrary.
- Poor usability and navigation, including no accessible TV schedules, bad back button behavior, and requirement to scroll and zoom excessively on phones.
- App stability issues such as crashing, losing subscription access, inability to restore purchases, and unreliable offline access despite downloaded issues.
- General dissatisfaction with app replacing older digital magazine versions; app is perceived as a poor PDF replica lacking interactive features, making it less user-friendly than before.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.im.rtnewsstand)