Nine Radio’s award winning talk radio stations are now available to livestream through the Apple smartwatch, enabling listeners with cellular-enabled devices to stream their favorite talk radio stations directly from their wrist. The innovative development provides unparalleled freedom and convenience for listeners seeking to enjoy live and local content on the go, without the need for a smartphone.
The new smartwatch app underscores Nine Radio’s commitment to device ubiquity, ensuring continuous access to popular stations 2GB, 3AW, 4BC, and 6PR for listeners on the move. The familiar user interface ensures a clear and intuitive listening experience, with essential metadata displayed on the now-playing screen.
Key features of the new Nine Radio smartwatch app include:
- Live Radio Streaming: Direct access to all Nine Radio stations, including 3AW, 2GB, 4BC, and 6PR.
- Intuitive Design: A familiar user interface designed for ease of use on a smartwatch.
- Quick Access: Users can access their favorite station directly from their watch’s home screen.
- Now Playing Screen: Displays essential metadata for the current program.
- Smart Stack Integration: Allows users to pause/play streams or access the app.
- Playing Now Control: Provides control over the stream and casting options.
Tom Malone, Nine Radio Managing Director, said: “This is about providing true freedom and flexibility in how our audience consumes audio content. Radio used to be on the bench top or side table, then it was in your pocket via your phone, now it’s on your wrist. Listeners can escape all of their screens for a walk or run, or trip to the shops, and still be listening to their favourite news, sport, opinions and entertainment via Nine Radio’s smartwatch app. It’s a seamless and untethered way to stay connected.”
Mia Stern, Head of Digital Growth at Nine Radio, added: “Our strategy is simple – maximise discoverability and accessibility. The new smartwatch apps allow listeners to tune in to their favourite talk radio station anywhere, any time and on any device. We’ve made it incredibly easy to use, with instant station access from your watch face and a user interface designed to feel instantly familiar and crystal clear.”
Nine Radio is committed to continuous improvement, with plans for on-demand content and AFL pop-ups in the Apple Watch app and CarPlay later in 2025.
