# WXXI Public Media App

> News

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id547067033](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id547067033)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id547067033`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** WXXI PUBLIC BROADCASTING COUNCIL
- **Category:** News
- **Rating:** 4.30 / 5 (85 ratings)
- **Version:** 12.0.10
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-03
- **First published:** 2012-08-01
- **Size:** 36 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-25
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wxxi-public-media-app/id547067033)
- **Website:** [https://interactive.wxxi.org/](https://interactive.wxxi.org/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.publicmediaapps.com/termsofuse](http://www.publicmediaapps.com/termsofuse)

## Description

The WXXI Public Media App brings WXXI radio and TV to your browser with live streaming and on-demand access. It offers DVR-like controls to pause, rewind, and fast-forward live streams, and lets you listen while you browse or travel. Integrated program schedules keep you connected to WXXI Radio and TV content.

On Demand includes quick access to past programs, viewable segments when available, and the ability to explore additional information pages tied to each program. The app also supports sharing stories, provides PBS Kids content, and invites you to support WXXI by becoming a member.

## Rankings

- #147,922 — Overall
- #33 — mediapanel

## Review summary

Overall, users praise WXXI for rich local and NPR programming and portability, with a simple, cross‑device interface. Many can listen reliably and enjoy classical music access. However, recurring issues include a busy UI that’s hard to navigate, streaming glitches (buffering, drops, and occasional freezes), and features that are missing or hard to access (classical division, sleep timer, obvious playback controls). Some streams open in a browser instead of inside the app, and restart ads disrupt listening. Despite UX and stability concerns, the app remains favored for content and remote listening.

### Pros

- Wide, diverse content: local Rochester programs, NPR news, and classical options all in one app.
- Simple, clean design and generally reliable for everyday listening.
- Excellent for listening on the go or when traveling—remote access works well.
- Cross-device support and easy access on iPhone and iPad.
- High-quality programming and easy discovery of content.

### Cons

- UI is busy and cluttered, making it hard to find what you want.
- Frequent streaming glitches: buffering, drops, and occasional freezes requiring restarts.
- Live streams often open in a browser instead of inside the app.
- Missing features and controls: no sleep timer, hard-to-find play/playlist, missing classical division.
- Ad interruptions on restart and intrusive intro ads.

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