Architecture of Radio

Name: Architecture of Radio
Price: 2.99 USD
Rating: 3.5 (78 reviews)
Author: Richard Vijgen

By: Richard Vijgen App

See the infosphere!

Overview

Version:

1.1

Last updated: 2026-04-02

Ranking

#185,719 ▼ 693

Overall

Features & Capabilities

Architecture of Radio is a 360-degree data visualization of the infosphere. It displays cell towers, GPS satellites and Wi-Fi networks around you, drawn from global open datasets. The dataset includes almost 7 million cell towers, 19 million Wi‑Fi routers and hundreds of satellites, providing a vivid sense of the invisible infrastructure behind our digital lives.

New in this edition: iPhone X/ XR/ XS/ XS Max compatibility and Cardboard VR support, enabling immersive viewing on compatible devices. This tool is not a measurement instrument; it aims to inspire curiosity and discussion by translating radio signals into an interpretable image, helping you see, think about, and talk about the world beyond the screen.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Data Education Design

By:

Richard Vijgen

Rating:

3.50

(78)

Version:

1.1 Last updated: 2026-04-02

Version code:

884011569

Creation date:

2015-11-17

Compatible devices:

Size:

2.06MB

Price:

2.99

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-07-22

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# 185,719 ▼ 693

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Developed by:

Richard Vijgen

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/architecture-of-radio/id1035160239

Website:

http://www.architectureofradio.com

User Reviews

Architecture of Radio offers striking, educational visualization of the electromagnetic environment by displaying nearby GPS satellites, cell towers, and Wi‑Fi routers. Many users praise its innovative concept and visuals. However, reviews repeatedly flag outdated data, limited network details (no Wi‑Fi names or signal strength), accuracy issues, and occasional bugs. While the idea is compelling, most critics want up-to-date data, more detail, and improved reliability to justify the price.

Pros

Visually impressive visualization of the surrounding radio signals, including both terrestrial antennas and satellites.
Shows GPS satellites, cell towers, and nearby Wi‑Fi in a single view, providing educational insight into the radio environment.
Unique, innovative concept that stands out and feels like a window into a hidden world.
Engaging and immersive experience that helps users understand the electromagnetic landscape around them.

Cons

Data appears outdated and in need of regular updates (satellites, towers, 5G data).
Lacks network-level details like Wi‑Fi network names and signal strength; limited active-detection information.
Accuracy can be inconsistent with spikes or mislocated signals; some data seems unreliable.
Bugs or instability; occasional connectivity issues and crashes reported by users.
Perceived value concerns; some users feel the app does not meet expectations or justify the price.

Recent reviews

I love it! Like other works of art, it helps people to see and hear an otherwise foggy and unsensed reality. Our world, our neighborhood, is filled with man made electromagnetic signals of all kinds that were not here before the wireless inundation, the development of radars in WWII, and electrification of nations across the planet. Before that,we‘d only experienced natural levels of EMF in which we all evolved. Some mistook this app for a sophisticated meter capable of sensing and locating EM sources in real time. That would cost many hundreds of dollars and technical expertise. I’m excited by the fact that Mr.Vijgen has updated his data sources as recently as this very year-2026. At $2.99 I think it is a huge bargain!

by Ma*****, 2026-04-25

Are you kidding me, this is the type of stuff the future is made up of. Love this app. So unique. Wish development continued, god only knows where it’ll take them