BBC iPlayer's UK App Now Supports iPhone And Allows Streaming Over 3G
by Joe White
December 13, 2011
The BBC has recently updated its UK iPlayer iPad app, making it a universal application that supports the iPhone and iPod touch, along with Apple's iPad. Furthermore, the app now supports streaming over 3G, meaning UK-based Apple fans can enjoy watching live TV through the BBC iPlayer app while connected to a 3G cellular data network.
As outlined in application's release notes, features added in the latest version (1.3) of the UK iPlayer app include:
Already, the international version of the BBC's iPlayer app, BBC iPlayer (Global), supports the iPhone and iPod touch. However, unlike the UK version of the app, the global version requires a subscription. If you live in the United Kingdom, take a look at the BBC iPlayer application in the App Store now. It's currently available to download and use for free.
- BBC iPlayer is now available on the iPhone and iPod touch.
- Watch on your TV using Apple AirPlay on iOS5
- Watch or listen to your favourite programme over 3G networks