Introduction
Bringing its listeners more than 5,300 scanner radio stations, Scanner Radio is a fantastic iPhone and iPad app which is not only convenient and cheap but also unprecedented in its sound clarity.
Over 5,000 of those feeds are from Broadcastify, formerly known as RadioReference and are enhanced with hand-picked Canadian scanner feeds too, to reach out to a broader user base. Canadian feeds are from Alberta, British Columbia, and Ontario among others.
For 99 cents, you can download it onto your iOS device from the App Store; it's far cheaper than having an actual scanner and delivers much better sound quality than a real scanner would, making it a fully worthwhile purchase.
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Scanning The Nation & Beyond
Scanner Radio downloads and launches quickly thanks to its compact 5.6 MB packaging. Its interface consists of a simple five-icon navigation menu bar at the bottom, with sections including Directories, Favorites, Streams, Recents, and More.
Whether you want to listen to the Atlanta Police stream or the Vancouver Fire stream all the way from Canada, this app connects you to more than 5,300 emergency, fire, police, and radio feeds worldwide. Furthermore, this app's scanner stations database is updated each night to bring you the latest and best feeds available.
Search for scanners by using the Directory section wherein you'll see further options such as Radio Reference and User Favorites. Look for scanners nearby or search for streams from specific U.S. States or Counties. Don't see a station you like? Add your own! The fully customizable and searchable lists make for easy browsing after you initially set them up with the feeds you like.
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Sharing Is Caring
One of the most unique features of Scanner Radio over other scanner apps of its kind is that it has a unique type of social media integration incorporated into its framework. The Twitter and Facebook support allows you to inform your friends and family about the scanner radio station you're currently listening to without even having to exit or pause the stream. Using this function will post your chosen links as and when you are playing the stream.
Alternatively, pick out one of your favorite streams or go through your recently played list to share with loved ones. The iTunes as well as Radio links to the station streamed can be emailed from within this app.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
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Get access to more than 5300 streams updated each day
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Search for feeds by State, County, or nearby locations
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Share what you're listening to without pausing the stream or exiting the app
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Enjoy unprecedented sound clarity
Cons
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There is nothing negative to say about this app
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Final Words
All those looking for a scanner app for their iPhone or iPad should definitely consider Scanner Radio as one of the top contenders for the variety of streams as well as the top-notch sound quality and features.