WAMC

Name: WAMC
Rating: 2.8 (48 reviews)
Author: WAMC

By: WAMC

Business

Features & Capabilities

WAMC Northeast Public Radio is a regional public radio network serving parts of seven northeastern states. These include New York, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Vermont, New Jersey, New Hampshire and Pennsylvania. Twenty eight stations and translators in locations throughout the region. Alan Chartock is President and CEO of the network. Our studios and offices are located at 318 Central Avenue in Albany, NY.

The WAMC Mobile App allows you to take WAMC with you wherever you go. You can listen to both live streams, catch up on regional news, listen to our award-winning interviews and programs, and so much more visit wamc.org for more information.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App

By:

WAMC

Rating:

2.80

(48)

Version:

33.0.9 Last updated: 2024-07-03

Version code:

867223880

Creation date:

2014-03-20

Compatible devices:

Size:

16.73MB

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-11

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 241,811 ▼ 785

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Developed by:

WAMC

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wamc/id838981758

Website:

http://wamc.org

User Reviews

Review patterns show that WAMC's content is highly valued by listeners, but the iOS app is plagued by reliability and usability issues. Many users report frequent streaming interruptions, crashes, and unresponsive controls, with the app often dropping live streams or freezing. Navigation is cumbersome, with changes in updates making it harder to find shows. Battery drain is another recurring complaint, and connectivity can be unpredictable across wifi and cellular networks. Overall, fans are loyal to the programming but call for a stable, user-friendly update to restore smooth listening.

Pros

The station’s content (WAMC/NPR programs and lively discussions) is highly valued by listeners.
The app enables on-the-go listening, with some users noting clear audio without static when connected.
Listeners remain engaged with WAMC and regularly use the app to enjoy their favorite programs when it functions properly.

Cons

Frequent streaming interruptions: buffering and dropping the live stream, especially on cellular or in cars.
Frequent crashes/hangs and non-responsive UI, making playback unreliable.
Poor navigation and user experience: hard to access programs, awkward UI, fixed banners blocking content, and difficulty returning to the main menu.
Significant battery drain and high resource usage, sometimes occurring even after closing the app.
Inconsistent connectivity handling: stops when switching apps or networks and may not reconnect automatically.

Recent reviews

If you dont have the app actively up on the screen it will pause whatever you’re listening to, so you can’t use any other apps on your phone at the same time. Every time you hit play, it makes you listen to two long announcements. Better off just streaming from a web browser.

by Mi*****, 2022-09-25

I love the radio station but the app is poor. (iPhone 8). Two thirds of the screen are a fixed banner leaving only a tiny space to scroll through the available links to stream. In addition, if the stream is momentarily dropped, the app reverts back to the promotional lead-in. I understand the need to thank their supporters but please play it once when you open the app. I live in an electrically noisy environment. It’s common for my WiFi link to drop momentarily. Sometimes my phone simply plays the intro over and over and never gets to the stream. My one year update on this app is that WMAC has done nothing to improve it. I love the station but trying to stream it is so frustrating I quit listening.

by 18*****, 2022-02-15

This app is eat for iPhone and iPad but I want to listen with Bluetooth earbuds through my Apple watch,when I am out walking, so I do not have to carry my phone also.