Originally Posted by RoadDukie
Originally Posted by Hoot_r
I rarely use a conventional scanner anymore except for air traffic comms. I now use an Android app called Scanner Radio which allows access to de-encrypted audio feeds from Broadcastify, among others. The feeds are categorized by the listener's location and are easily managed by the app. Plus I can send the audio to several speakers in my home via Bluetooth.
Scanner Radio is available from the Google Play store in a free basic version, and a "Pro" version for $2.99.
Thanks for this Hoot_r.
I didn't know anything like this existed. I've been shopping aviation scanners, but this looks interesting, and a loT cheaper. I like cheaper.
RoadDukie,
Glad to help. I have this app on a tablet and a few old unused cell phones...I connect the phone to my house WiFi to feed the app, then connect the phone to my TV sound bar by Bluetooth for audio. Works out pretty well for me. The app also tracks Ham radio repeaters, ATC and airport comms, train comms and the like as well as the usual police/fire/EMS activity. Depending on where you are, these may be grouped onto one channel in Scanner Radio so you don't have to flip back and forth. You can save favorite channels, and search for all scanning activity within a set radius from your location. The app also shows how many listeners are on each channel, so you can see where the popular ones are. ENJOY!