History Channel (Read Aloud) 5.20
Intuitive UI that comes with a tutorial
The app itself doesn't seem that complicated, but in order to make sure that users get the hang of it fast, developers have included a 6-page tutorial with instructions on how it works and all sorts of other tips that you can check out.
It's got some grammar mistakes in the tutorial section. The last tip in the whole tutorial suggests users to download another app for more channels and almost anywhere you tap on the home screen, the same message appears.
Listen to various articles narrated from the History Channel website
The app takes a bit to load articles and narration, you can have it play music while waiting but it's a commercial to their other app. Still, when the article finally loads, you'll notice that it features a computer voice, which you can change but only by returning to the home page.
Tap on the voice setting to change it and you'll notice that the app still opens the upgrade message. Even if you finally give in and upgrade, you'll still won't be able to adjust settings to the app because of the same nagging message.
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When you open an article, the app starts the narration and displays the text from the original History Channel website. Users have the option of sharing stories on social networks. There's also a bar with subtitles, so you can read as you listen. Settings can be found under the 'hamburger' icon in the top left of the screen.
Audio streaming isn't top-notch, the speed variates and at times it may end abruptly. The app may connect to your car's bluetooth but only if you switch to the Web2Go app.
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Bottom Line
Design / UI7
The interface is well structured and comes with a tutorial, but the app is rather deceiving as users can't actually customize their home page. |
Function4
There are apps with better audio streaming, more available features and a more user-friendly interface. They're also free. |
Security4
The app needs lots of permissions from your phone and they're not all connected to its features. |
Battery6
Consumption of battery is slightly above average. |
Price5
It comes with banner and full screen ads. The app is filled with nagging messages for downloading Web2Go app. |
Compatibility8
It should work on devices running Android version 2.3.3 – 4.4. |
Computer voices and settings that can't be made even after installing the additional app. History Channel is annoying at best.
Specifications
- price:
- Free with ads
- current version:
- 5.20
- reviewed version:
- 5.20
- developer:
- VOLACENT_LIMITED
- category:
- INTERNET & NETWORK
- os version req.:
- Android version 2.3.3 – 4.4
- age rating:
- N/A
- in-app purchases:
- No
- hits:
- 216