If you’re a podcast listener, then you probably know that most would agree the best podcast app for iOS the Overcast. Good news! Now you can get it for free.
It’s no-nonsense interface and cool features like cutting dead air and boosting voices makes it one of the most popular podcast app for iPhone and iPad users. The app creator, Marco Arment releases the Overcast 2 because he wants more users to be able to experience the features on the app. Currently, only 20% of the existing users buy the unlocked version of Podcast. Hence, in order to bring the best of Overcast to its fans, Arment is venturing out with a new business model.
The new version of Overcast also comes with new updates other than lots of bugs fixed, such as streaming and storage management. You no longer have to download all the podcasts in order to listen to them. Instead, you can stream the podcasts and keep your storage in check.
There’s support for chapters, too and you’ll get 3D Touch shortcuts if you are using the new iPhone 6s and 6s Plus. It also has a Smart Speed feature, which dynamically adjust to quiet voices.
All in all, it’s worth a try to download the app if you’ve never used it before and you don’t have to spend a dime if you don’t like it. If you do, you can help the business by donating US$1 monthly. As Marco states, a 5% monthly patronage would have been enough to match its previous revenues. So, help your favourite app bring the best experience to you by becoming a patron.
