{
  "id": 15766774,
  "title": "I just discovered an iPhone and Android hi-res music streaming app — and it's completely free, no ads, no subscription",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/20/i-just-discovered-an-iphone-and-android-hi-res-music-streaming-app",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-20T16:38:20.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Tom's Guide",
    "slug": "tom-s-guide",
    "url": "https://www.tomsguide.com/entertainment/music-streaming/i-just-discovered-an-iphone-and-android-hi-res-music-streaming-app-and-its-completely-free-no-ads-no-subscription"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Audiophile.fm is an upcoming free, ad-free music streaming app for iPhone and Android devices. This service, which was first reported by TechRadar, offers lossless radio stations from around the globe and allows users to listen without needing to create an account or endure ads. Bojan Vidanovic, the creator of the platform, started working on it in 2024 to provide an effortless way to discover high-quality radio stations.\n\nThe application, which boasts a sleek interface, streams FLAC files and offers a vast selection of radio stations spanning various genres. Users can easily switch between stations at any time without limitations. For instance, a station called 'High Fi Dream Radio' was featured, which played tracks from artists such as Hot Chip, DIIV, and Jazzy. Users can also save their favorite stations within the app for quick access.\n\nUpon adding a station to their favorites, the app recommends similar stations based on the user's preferences. These stations all carry appropriate licenses and royalty agreements with distribution partners and record labels, ensuring that artists are compensated for their work. The platform is currently funded by Vidanovic, but he acknowledges that the costs are increasing, and the service remains free for users.\n\nUsers can enjoy the music using Bluetooth earbuds, wired headphones, or bookshelf speakers. While AirPlay and Google Cast are not available at present, the app offers functionality on iOS 26 and later versions and Android devices. Audiophile.fm provides an innovative music discovery platform without the need for song selection, with the DJs handling the work for users.",
  "summary": "Audiophile.fm is a brand new music streaming app: it's free, no account required, zero ads, and no subscription. So what's the catch?",
  "key_points": [
    "Audiophile.fm is a free, ad-free music streaming app for iPhone and Android.",
    "The app offers lossless FLAC files and global radio stations without subscription.",
    "Bojan Vidanovic created the platform to provide effortless high-quality radio discovery."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}