Overcast

overcast.fmLaunched 2014

Podcast player app for iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch.

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/ About /

Overcast is a podcast player app for iOS devices and Apple Watch, built and operated as a one-person company. It features proprietary technologies like Smart Speed and Voice Boost to enhance listening, and works with standard open RSS-based podcast feeds without requiring any special agreements from podcasters. The app is free to use and has been available since 2014.

/ How it works /

Users install the app on their iOS device, subscribe to podcasts via Apple Podcasts directory or direct RSS URL, and episodes are downloaded directly from podcast servers to their device.

/ Who it's for /

iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch users who listen to podcasts

/ More info /

Background.

Status
launched
Business model
free
Company
Overcast Radio, LLC
Launched
2014

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