Maine Public Broadcasting App

Name: Maine Public Broadcasting App
Rating: 4.53 (779 reviews)
Author: Public Media Apps

By: Public Media Apps

With the MPBN App you can watch and listen to MPBN programming from radio and TV

Features & Capabilities

The Maine Public Broadcasting App offers seamless access to both live and on-demand content from Maine Public Radio and Television. Enjoy live streaming with DVR-like controls such as pause, rewind, and fast forward, allowing you to catch every moment without missing a beat. The app supports background listening, so you can tune in while multitasking.

With comprehensive program schedules for radio and TV and curated on-demand libraries, users can explore favorite NPR and PBS shows at their convenience. Features like segment listings and embedded web content enable deeper engagement with stories, while parental controls protect younger viewers with access to PBS Kids content. Additional tools include program reminders and sharing options, making it easy to stay informed and connect with family and friends. Designed for all Maine Public members, this app ensures your preferred programming is accessible anytime, anywhere.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Entertainment Education News & Magazines

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Version:

12.0.1 Last updated: 2026-05-27

Version code:

601

Creation date:

2016-05-02

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.CALL_PHONE Very high risk
android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO Very high risk
android.permission.BLUETOOTH Moderate risk
android.permission.USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT Moderate risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS Low risk

Size:

28.35MB

Email:

su*****@publicmediaapps.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-13

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 407,662 ▲ 2,771

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Contact the developer

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Developed by:

Public Media Apps

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.skyblue.pra.mpbn

Email:

su*****@publicmediaapps.com

Website:

http://www.publicmediaapps.com/support

User Reviews

Users appreciate the Maine Public Broadcasting App for its rich and diverse content including news, music, and NPR programming that is easy to access. However, multiple users report frequent crashes, audio dropouts, and interface issues that make the app frustrating to use. Problems with alarm functionality, confusing navigation, and lack of live show indicators reduce the user experience, despite overall content satisfaction.

Pros

Provides excellent news, music, and radio programming including NPR and local content.
App is easy to use and has a good selection of content under one app.
Live radio and program streaming is highly valued by users.
Ability to stream to different devices (cell, TV, stereo) is appreciated.
Users enjoy the variety and educational content offered by Maine Public Broadcasting.

Cons

App frequently crashes or stops playing audio unexpectedly, requiring restarts.
Audio occasionally drops out for several seconds, causing interruptions during important segments.
App interface design is confusing, causing users to accidentally change streams or have difficulty accessing desired content.
Alarm and notification features are unreliable or malfunction after updates.
App does not show live status for programs offering call-in options and lacks offline capabilities.

Recent reviews

A new version of this app appeared this morning and it stops about every 10 minutes. I'm tired of having to restart it so often. Update: this appears to have been a temporary glitch and the app has been working fine now for several weeks.