# KALW

> News

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6476590182](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6476590182)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id6476590182`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** KALW Public Media, Inc.
- **Category:** News
- **Rating:** 4.80 / 5 (91 ratings)
- **Version:** 12.1.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-16
- **First published:** 2024-07-17
- **Size:** 47 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-18
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kalw/id6476590182)
- **Website:** [https://www.kalw.org/](https://www.kalw.org/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.publicmediaapps.com/privacy](https://www.publicmediaapps.com/privacy)

## Description

KALW App brings the full KALW Public Media experience to your phone and car. Stream the live broadcast or on-demand shows from NPR, BBC and local KALW programs, with DVR-like controls to pause, rewind, or resume listening. Features include KALW on the go, an Alarm to wake up to KALW, Talk to KALW through voicemail or video, newsletters, podcasts, and a library of local news and culture stories ready to read or listen.

It’s an NPR affiliate in the Bay Area. The KALW App is brought to you by KALW Public Media Inc. and Public Media Apps. Learn more at kalw.org and publicmediaapps.com.

## Rankings

- #138,336 — Overall

## Review summary

Reviews consistently praise KALW's app for easy navigation, reliable live and on-demand access, and a favorable ad experience, plus the ability to listen outside the Bay Area and access past episodes. The main recurring issue is occasional playback interruptions that disrupt listening. Some users also request quicker, more visible track information and easier access to archived programs. Overall, the app is seen as a strong upgrade over the browser site with high-quality programming.

### Pros

- Easy to use and navigate
- Access to live streaming and on-demand replays
- Ad experience is favorable with minimal startup ads
- Easy access to past episodes / archives
- Works well outside the Bay Area / listen anywhere

### Cons

- Playback frequently stops and streams glitch, interrupting listening

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