Scanner Radio

Live Breaking News & Alerts. Police, Fire, Weather Radios, Air Traffic, & more.

Listen to live audio from over 8,000 fire and police scanners, NOAA weather radio stations, ham radio repeaters, air traffic (ATC), and marine radios from around the world. Turn on notifications to receive alerts anytime a scanner has more than 2000 listeners (to find out about major events and breaking news).

FEATURES

• View scanners located near you.

• View the top 50 scanners (those that have the most listeners).

• View scanners added most recently (new scanners are being added all the time).

• Add scanners you listen to the most to your Favorites for quick access.

• Browse the directory by location or genre (public safety, aviation, railroad, marine, weather, etc).

• Turn on notifications to be notified when major events are happening (details below).

• Add Scanner Radio widgets and shortcuts to your home screen for quick access.

NOTIFICATION FEATURES

Receive a notification anytime:

• ...any scanner in the directory has more than 2000 listeners (configurable).

• ...a scanner within a certain distance of your location has more than a certain number of listeners.

• ...a specific scanner has more than a certain number of listeners.

• ...a Broadcastify alert is posted for one of your favorites.

• ...a scanner within a certain distance from you is added to the directory.

Using the notifications feature is a great way to find out about breaking news events before they're covered in the media.

Below are the benefits of upgrading to Scanner Radio Pro:

• No ads.

• Access to all 7 theme colors.

• Ability to record what you're hearing.

The audio you're able to hear is provided by volunteers (and, in many cases, police and fire departments and 911 dispatch centers themselves) for Broadcastify and a few other sites using real police scanners, ham radios, weather radios, aviation radios, and marine radios and is the same as what you'd hear using your own police scanner.

Some of the more popular departments that you can listen to using the app include NYPD, FDNY, LAPD, Chicago Police, and Detroit Police. During hurricane season it can be useful to listen to ham radio "hurricane net" scanners which contain weather conditions and damage reports when hurricanes and tropical storms are approaching or making landfall as well as NOAA weather radio scanners. Browse the directory to find scanners from far away to hear what citizens in other parts of the country and the world are experiencing.

Interested in providing scanner radio audio for your area? If so, you'll need a real scanner radio, a computer, and a cable to get the audio from the scanner to the computer. Once you have that, program the scanner to monitor what you'd like to make available from your area (police dispatch channels, fire departments, 911 centers, ham radio repeaters, a NOAA weather radio station, air traffic control, etc). If someone near you is providing a feed that contains both police and fire you could provide a feed that contains only police, only fire, or one that covers only certain districts/precincts. Next, go to Broadcastify's web site and click on the Broadcast button to sign-up (it's completely free) to provide scanner audio for your area. As a provider you'll have complete access to the audio archives for all of the scanners they host.

Scanner Radio has been featured in:

• The "Amazing Android Apps for Dummies" book

• Android Police's "7 best police scanner apps" article

• Android Authority's "5 Best Police Scanner Apps for Android" article

• The Droid Guy's "7 Best Police Scanner Apps for Free on Android" article

• Make Tech Easier's "4 of the Best Police Scanner Apps for Android" article

The Scanner Radio app is a perfect companion to the Pulse Point, Mobile Patrol, and Citizen apps as well as weather, hurricane tracker, and breaking news apps.

What's New in the Latest Version 8.5.1

Last updated on Jul 12, 2024

This release includes some minor bug fixes.

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Scanner Radio immerses players in the thrilling and often dangerous world of public safety, where they take on the role of a dispatcher tasked with coordinating emergency responders. The game challenges players to manage multiple channels, prioritize calls, and make life-or-death decisions under immense pressure.

Realistic Gameplay and Immersive Experience

Scanner Radio boasts a highly realistic gameplay experience that accurately simulates the high-stakes environment of a dispatch center. Players must navigate a complex network of radio channels, each broadcasting live emergency calls from police, fire, and medical services. The game's immersive sound design and authentic dialogue create a sense of urgency and realism, making players feel like they are truly part of the action.

Challenging Scenarios and Skill-Based Progression

The game presents players with a variety of challenging scenarios, from routine traffic stops to major disasters. Each scenario tests players' ability to prioritize calls, dispatch appropriate responders, and manage the chaos of a rapidly evolving situation. As players progress, they earn experience points and unlock new abilities, allowing them to handle increasingly complex incidents with greater efficiency.

Dynamic Incident Management and Strategic Decision-Making

Scanner Radio requires players to make quick and strategic decisions that can have significant consequences. They must assess the severity of calls, determine the best course of action, and coordinate the response of multiple units. The game's dynamic incident management system ensures that no two scenarios are the same, challenging players to adapt their tactics on the fly.

Cooperative Multiplayer and Online Competition

Players can team up with friends or compete against other dispatchers in online multiplayer mode. Cooperative play allows multiple players to work together to manage large-scale incidents, while competitive mode pits players against each other in a race to respond to calls and earn points.

Educational and Insightful

Beyond its entertainment value, Scanner Radio also provides players with valuable insights into the inner workings of public safety. The game educates players about the different types of emergency services, the challenges they face, and the importance of their role in keeping communities safe.