The Absolute iAmp

Absolute Radio on Android.

If you have a mobile phone that runs Google's Android operating system (such as the Vodafone Magic, Orange Hero, or T-Mobile G1), you can listen live to Absolute Radio with the iAmp app, available for free from the Android Market on your handset.

Update

The updated Absolute Radio iAmp for Android, available now, includes QVGA approval, which means it's available for devices with a smaller screen size, such as the HTC Tattoo. So if you're a Tattoo owner, you can now find the iAmp by checking the Android Market on your phone.

And we've also thrown in background streaming, which means you can enjoy listening to the radio while you get on with something else, whether that's checking your emails, browsing the web, or whatever else you might be doing.

Watch the demo

The iAmp lets you see what's playing with album art. Choose between real music on Absolute Radio UK, rock music on Absolute Classic Rock, undisputed classics on Absolute 80s, and new and alternative tracks on user-controlled dabbl. It’s the best way to hear Christian O'Connell at breakfast and Geoff Lloyd at home time, plus music from artists like Coldplay, Kings of Leon, U2 and The Killers.

iAmp: Frequently Asked Questions

Got a question about the iAmp Android app? First read our FAQs below, and if that doesn't answer it, send us an email and we'll get back to you.

Where can I use the iAmp?

The iAmp is designed for use in the UK, and will work anywhere with an available Wi-Fi, 3G or GPRS connection. If you can't hear us, please check your phone's connection. IMPORTANT! Please read the next FAQ for info on data charges before using the app.

Will it cost me anything?

The iAmp is a free download from the Android Market, but you should always check your plan’s data usage terms before using the app. If you have an unlimited data plan, you should not be charged for using the iAmp. We DO NOT recommend you use the iAmp unless you have an unlimited data plan. You should also check what your plan says about overseas data usage if you planning on using the app while abroad.

Where’s the volume control?

The iAmp uses the device’s built in volume, which can be adjusted via the rocker volume control on the side of the device. All current Android phones, including the HTC Hero, HTC Magic and G1 are supported with this feature.

What OS version do I need?

We recommend you have the latest version of the operating system on your device.

Will you be adding any more features to the iAmp?

The iAmp is designed to be easy-to-use and fast-to-load, so we've kept it quite simple. There are improvements and additions planned for later versions, but at its heart, the iAmp will always be a radio player for the Google phones. Feel free to send us your feature suggestions.

What about other mobile phones based on Apple, BlackBerry, or Nokia platforms?

We have now launched iAmp on the iPhone. And you can also get our new Absolute Radio Player in the Nokia Ovi Store and on BlackBerry App World. We'll be continuing to develop for all mobile platforms and the best way to keep up with the latest releases is to become an Absolute Radio VIP and receive our newsletter.