With 'sodes App, Liberate Yourself From Podcast Subscriptions
It's been nearly 15 years since the first podcast arrived. Since then, the way we find and listen to podcasts has largely remained the same on both desktops and mobile devices. A new podcast app, 'sodes, takes a different approach and could change how many of us consume podcasts going forward.
A Different Approach
The App Store is filled with impressive podcast apps, including Overcast, Pocket Casts, Castro 2, and, of course, Apple’s native Podcast app. Each of these titles bring something unique to the table. For the most part, however, they’ve all been designed to appeal to long-term podcast users who like to subscribe to continuous content. In doing so, each app will download new podcast episodes as they become available.
For new podcast users or casual listeners, this format can prove overwhelming. With ’sodes, you can still identify your favorite podcasts. However, the app’s focus is to let users listen to podcasts when they want, not when new episodes arrive.
In ‘sodes, listening to a podcast episode is as simple as clicking on it, no account or subscription required.
... the app’s focus is to let users listen to podcasts when they want, not when new episodes arrive.
Other features include:
● Convenient home screen. – The “home” screen of the app has convenient access to your most favorite shows, in-progress episodes, and a few of the most recent unplayed episodes.
● Multiple color themes. – Switch from the Light to the Dark theme with a two finger swipe, like flicking off a light switch. Do it again to switch to the Campfire theme for ultra-low-light goodness (useful for moms ’n dads up at 3am rocking babies to sleep).
● Big, tappable buttons. – The player screen has extra large buttons with ample spacing. This should help anyone who has trouble tapping the right button in a hurry (walking, jogging, cooking, etc).
● Keep Screen Unlocked – A special feature for commuters: if you keep your phone plugged into a dashboard mount on long road trips, and you don’t have or can’t use Bluetooth controls, try enabling the “Keep Screen Unlocked” option in settings. This keeps your screen unlocked as long ’sodes is open AND it is playing (not paused) AND the device is connected to a charger. Why? Because then you can quickly pause or skip without fumbling to unlock your phone.
The new 'sodes app is definitely worth considering -- especially if you're new to podcasting. You can find the app in the App Store.
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