WUNC

Name: WUNC
Rating: 4.6407766 (281 reviews)
Author: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

By: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

The official app of North Carolina Public Radio - WUNC.

Features & Capabilities

The WUNC Radio App is the official companion for North Carolina Public Radio listeners, offering live streaming with DVR-like controls such as pause, rewind, and fast-forward, so you never miss a moment. Explore integrated program schedules and switch streams effortlessly. The app supports listening on the go and allows background audio playback while you browse or work.

Access On Demand content with ease, including segmented programs for focused listening. Dive deeper with linked web pages related to the programs you enjoy. Additional features include a sleep timer, alarm clock to wake up to WUNC, and simple sharing options to share your favorite stories and shows with friends and family. Created by The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Public Media Apps, this app enhances your public radio experience whether at home or traveling.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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By:

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Downloads:

22,473 41

Rating:

4.64

(281) 1 new ratings

Version:

7.3.4 Last updated: 2026-01-09

Version code:

554

Creation date:

2015-05-29

Publisher country:

Permissions:

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.AD_SERVICES_CONFIG Low risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE Low risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK Low risk

Size:

29.49MB

Email:

in*****@jacapps.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-08

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 401,857 ▼ 1,477

Other platforms

WUNC (v7.3.3)

4.50

(139)

For Developers

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Contact the developer

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Developed by:

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=edu.unc.wunc

Email:

in*****@jacapps.com

Website:

http://www.jacapps.com

User Reviews

Users appreciate the app for allowing convenient access to WUNC and NPR programming, with good audio quality and ease of use once familiar. However, many highlight significant issues such as frequent stream interruptions, crashes, buffering, and long load times. The app's handling of ads is disruptive, often replaying sponsorship messages upon reconnection or network changes. Additionally, the app fails to maintain audio playback when the screen is off, limiting background listening. Overall, while the content is valued, the app's instability and user experience problems are prominent drawbacks.

Pros

Allows listening to WUNC and NPR programming on the go, providing access to local and national news and stories.
Good audio quality when streaming works properly.
Simple and easy to use once familiar with the interface.
Provides access to alternate channels easily.
Supports streaming live broadcasts and some on-demand content.

Cons

Stream frequently cuts out or stops unexpectedly, requiring restarts.
App often glitches or crashes shortly after starting, needing to be reopened.
Takes a long time to start streaming and buffers often, especially when switching networks or with weak signal.
Advertisements play repeatedly, including at stream start and when switching between connections, sometimes interrupting program content.
Does not maintain streaming when the device screen turns off or sleeps, limiting background listening.