# WHQR Public Radio App

> News

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1214924606](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1214924606)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1214924606`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Friends of Public Radio, Inc.
- **Category:** News
- **Rating:** 4.80 / 5 (54 ratings)
- **Version:** 12.0.6
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-08
- **First published:** 2017-03-15
- **Size:** 36 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-06
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/whqr-public-radio-app/id1214924606)
- **Website:** [https://www.whqr.org](https://www.whqr.org/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.publicmediaapps.com/termsofuse](http://www.publicmediaapps.com/termsofuse)

## Description

WHQR Public Radio App brings WHQR live streams, on-demand programs, and program schedules to your browser. With DVR-like controls, you can pause, rewind, or fast-forward the live feed, and you can listen in the background while you browse. The app also offers a sleep timer and alarm clock, making it easy to wake up to WHQR or fall asleep to your favorite programs. On Demand includes program segments when available, and each program page is displayed for quick exploration.

From WHQR and Public Media Apps, this Chrome extension makes it simple to share stories, access past programs, and explore more information about each program. It works whether you're at home or on the go, even while traveling. Support WHQR by becoming a member today!

## Rankings

- #167,470 — Overall

## Review summary

Users praise the WHQR app for its clean, easy-to-navigate design, broad content selection, and reliable on-the-go listening (including car Bluetooth). The ability to identify what’s playing and access WHQR from anywhere are frequent positives. The main recurring issue is streaming reliability, with several reviews noting re-buffering and mid-program stops. Overall, when it works smoothly, the app is considered excellent and essential for WHQR fans.

### Pros

- Easy to navigate and well designed UI (nice to find what you’re looking for).
- Very wide range of content and variety of programs available.
- Reliable, quick connection and stays connected; great for on-the-go listening.
- Listen from anywhere, including mobile use and car Bluetooth; highly portable.
- Ability to ID what’s playing (shows current track/program) and easy access to WHQR content when away from home.

### Cons

- Streaming can be unreliable for some users, with re-buffering and mid-program interruptions (playback stops).

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1214924606)