How to Access Streaming Radio on a Cell Phone

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Tip 1 - Free Radio on My Phone

Published: 9 years, 2 month(s) ago | Submitted by Elena Beryoza | permalink

Contact your wireless carrier today to let them know — as a matter of public safety and consumer fairness for data plans — you want your phone’s FM chip activated for constant access to free FM radio!

For further reading: http://freeradioonmyphone.org/ ^[1]

Tip 2 - The Hidden FM Radio Inside Your Pocket, And Why You Can't Use It

Published: 9 years, 2 month(s) ago | Submitted by Graham Cheater | permalink

Most smartphones have a built-in FM chip. But whether or not it's activated is in the hands of the mobile carriers, who profit when you stream radio. The broadcast industry is pushing to change this.

For further reading: http://www.npr.org/sections/alltechconsidered/2015/04/16/400178385/the-hidden-fm-radio-inside-your-pocket-and-why-you-cant-use-it ^[2]

Tip 3 - NextRadio - FM radio on your smartphone

Published: 9 years, 2 month(s) ago | Submitted by Nick Peckham | permalink

NextRadio uses 20x less data and is 3x better for battery life. Engage with your favorite radio stations. Download now!

For further reading: http://nextradioapp.com/ ^[3]

Tip 4 - Get Free Radio On Your Smartphone Via FM Chip - Off Air

Published: 9 years, 2 month(s) ago | Submitted by rectified | permalink

Free over-the-air radio, as well as up-to-the-minute public safety and weather information, could be accessible through your smartphone's FM chip.
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For further reading: http://wosu.org/2012/offair/help-get-free-radio-smart-phone-via-fm-chip/ ^[4]

Tip 5 - How to Listen to Radio Stations on My Cell Phone

Published: 9 years, 2 month(s) ago | Submitted by sharon BREIMHORST | permalink

Many people own smartphones that work as both a phone and a music player. While it can be fun to listen to the music that you downloaded to your phone, there may be times when you want to listen to ...

For further reading: http://science.opposingviews.com/listen-radio-stations-cell-phone-9084.html ^[5]