# KCLU

> News

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id337798223](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id337798223)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id337798223`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** California Lutheran University
- **Category:** News
- **Rating:** 4.40 / 5 (103 ratings)
- **Version:** 12.0.8
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-04
- **First published:** 2009-11-16
- **Size:** 37 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-18
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kclu/id337798223)
- **Website:** [http://www.kclu.org](http://www.kclu.org/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.publicmediaapps.com/termsofuse](http://www.publicmediaapps.com/termsofuse)

## Description

KCLU Public Radio App delivers live streaming of KCLU with DVR-like controls, instant program schedules, and seamless on-demand access. Pause, rewind, and fast-forward the live feed, switch between streams with a single click, and continue listening in the background while you browse. When listening on-demand, individual segments are listed when available, and the app displays the program page for easy exploration of related information.

Bookmark your favorites for later, share stories, and take advantage of a built-in sleep timer and alarm clock. The app supports easy access to past programs, integrated web pages for more context, and compatibility with the Radio Bookmark device. Brought to you by KCLU and Public Media Apps, this extension puts KCLU's news, programs, and schedules at your fingertips.

## Rankings

- #136,423 — Overall

## Review summary

Users praise KCLU for high-quality local news and broad NPR programming and for a simple, easy-to-use interface that lets them listen live anywhere. However, multiple reviews note reliability problems—stream buffering, drops, and occasional crashes after updates requiring reinstall or troubleshooting. There’s also some device-related inconsistency (better on iPad than iPhone) and frustration when the app fails during commutes. Overall, content is strong and appealing when the app functions, but stability issues are a common recurring complaint.

### Pros

- High-quality local news coverage and NPR programming.
- Easy-to-use, intuitive interface.
- Live streaming available anywhere, including while traveling.
- Strong content keeps you up-to-date with local happenings.

### Cons

- Frequent buffering and streaming interruptions across devices and networks.
- Crashes and require reinstall/restart; stability issues after updates.
- Inconsistent performance across devices (e.g., better on iPad than iPhone).

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