Let’s explore the TuneIn activity, its potential, and its limitations.
A Look at Discord’s New TuneIn Activity
Discord is no longer just for gamers.
Nowadays, almost anyone who enjoys participating in online communities uses Discord.
Consequently, an increasing number of users prefer having everything they need on Discord.
That’s where Discord activities come in.
These are casual games and apps that you’re free to enjoy with your friends.
Many people may be unfamiliar with TuneIn.
I first learned about it through Discord.
Everything is synced, so everyone hears the same thing when you change stations or pause the playback.
Think of it as a virtual listening room it’s possible for you to share with your Discord buddies.
Similar to the popular Watch Together feature, TuneIn doesn’t introduce entirely new functionality.
Instead, it takes a familiar activitylistening to audioand adds the social dimension of shared experience on Discord.
TuneIn’s appeal lies in its vast library of radio stations.
It includes numerous radio stations as well as well-known news stations such as the BBC and CNN.
TuneIn has also teamed up with iHeartRadio to provide access to a wide range of popular podcasts.
All of these are accessible through the TuneIn Discord activity.
The Limits of Radio Dialing
I’m not big on radio.
The only thing I use resembling a radio station is Spotify Radio.
However, unlike Spotify Radio, traditional radio stations don’t cater to your specific taste.
You’re essentially surrendering control to the radio gods.
Podcasts are essentially pre-recorded conversations, and actively talking over them would require constant pausing and rewinding.
News, on the other hand, might not be the most engaging group activity.
Discord’s activities are designed for easy jumping in, fostering casual fun and shared experiences.
Thebest Discord activitiesare always ones that don’t need a plan or a tutorial.
TuneIn, however, requires a more deliberate approach.
You start Tunein the same way youstart any activity on Discord.
Searching for stations and podcasts was easy, and listening with friends was seamless.
The experience is smooth, but it’s not entirely perfect.
I had my fair share of radio stations not playing due to regional restrictions and podcasts returning unknown errors.
However, the majority of the provided audio worked fine.
The point I made earlier still stands: TuneIn’s true value depends on your habits.
Imagine browsing through countless radio channels without a clear idea of what awaits you.
However, its focus on traditional radio and scheduled content might not resonate with all Discord users.
