Is Downcast not working / having issues for you?

APP NAME
Downcast
VERSION
2.11.28
APP WORKING?

Recently reported problems with Downcast within the last 24 hours

Not Working47%
Login Issue1%
Loading Problem93%
Installation Issue73%

Downcast App Status (May 2024)

If you're experiencing difficulties with the Downcast app, the issue might be related to your device or internet connectivity. Should you believe the app is the culprit, kindly provide a detailed description of the problem, and a community member might offer guidance. While you await feedback, consider attempting these troubleshooting measures.

App Name Downcast
App Category News
Developer Jamawkinaw Enterprises LLC
Relase Date 01 October 2010, Friday
Last Update 01 February 2024, Thursday
Compatibility IOS 14.7 or later

Common Downcast App Problems and Troubleshooting Steps

Android, iOS, or macOS operating system users may encounter a problem where an app will display a black screen for a few seconds before crashing, with or without an error message. However, there are a few methods you can try to fix this issue:

  1. Sometimes, this problem may be caused by a temporary loading issue. To fix this, go to the recent applications menu on your phone, usually accessed by the first left button, and close the app that is experiencing the issue. Then, re-open the app.
  2. If that doesn't work, try doing a hard reboot of your iPhone, iPad, Mac or Android device by simultaneously pressing and holding the "Home" and "Power" buttons for up to 10 seconds, then release them and hold the "Power" button until the screen turns on. After that, try opening the app again.
  3. If none of the above solutions work, another option is to wait for the phone battery to drain and turn off automatically. After that, charge the phone and turn it on and try opening the app again.
  4. If the problem persists, you may need to uninstall and re-install the app. Re-installing the app will restore all settings.
  5. If the app still does not work, you can try installing older versions of the app.

My Downcast app wont load or not working properly (loading error / server error / connection error / screen freeze / ping problem)

There are a number of reasons why a mobile app may experience loading issues. Some common causes include:

  1. The Downcast app server may be experiencing downtime, which can cause loading issues. Try accessing the app again after a few minutes.
  2. Your wifi or mobile data connection may not be working properly, which can affect the app's ability to load. Make sure your connection is stable.
  3. There may be too many users accessing the app at the same time, causing a slowdown. In this case, try accessing the app again after a few minutes when usage may be lower.

I'm having Downcast login issue or account related issues

If you are experiencing issues with logging in or with your account, please take the following steps to troubleshoot the problem:

  1. Check if the Downcast server is down, as this can cause login and account issues. If so, try logging in again after a few minutes.
  2. Verify that your wifi or mobile data connection is working properly.
  3. Ensure that you are using the correct login credentials. Double check the details you are entering.
  4. If you're logging in using a third-party service like Facebook, Twitter, or Google, check to make sure that the service is functioning properly by visiting its official website.
  5. If you see error message, check if your account has been banned or deactivated.

I have Downcast app installation issues

There seems to be some issues with the installation of the Downcast app. To resolve this, please follow these steps:

  1. Ensure that your wifi or internet connection is stable.
  2. Verify that you have enough storage space on your mobile device. A lack of sufficient space may prevent the app from being installed.
  3. Check that the version of the MacOS, IOS or Android operating system on your device is compatible with the version of the app you are trying to install.
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My Downcast app is not updating properly in my phone

In order to ensure that you are able to update the Downcast app, please take the following steps:

  1. Verify that your wifi or mobile data connection is functioning properly. If the connection is down, it may prevent the app from updating.
  2. Make sure that your phone has enough storage space to download the updates. If there is not enough space, it may prevent the app from updating.

Audio/video loading problem with Downcast

If you are experiencing audio problems while using a phone, there are a few steps you can take to troubleshoot the issue:

  1. Verify that the volume on your phone is not turned down or muted.
  2. Try using headphones to determine if the problem is with the phone's speakers or with the app itself.

If you are having trouble with videos loading, some potential solutions include:

  1. Checking your internet speed and wifi connectivity to ensure that you have a stable connection.
  2. Make sure that your phone has enough storage space to download the videos.
  3. Check if the app is compatible with your operating system version.
  4. Check that your phone is not running on low-power mode.

Downcast app notifications are not working properly

If you are not receiving notifications for the Downcast app, you can check the app's notification settings by following these steps:

  1. Go to the "Apps" section on your device. Locate the "Downcast" app.
  2. Check the notification settings to see if they are enabled. If they are not, please enable them.
  3. If you are not getting notification sounds, make sure that the app's notification sound is not accidentally muted.

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Downcast Developer Updates

Version 2.11.28 01 February 2024
• Fixes issue with toolbar items staying disabled on a playlist when presenting the long-press action sheet on an episode row.
• Fixes potential crash.
Version 2.11.27 15 October 2023
• Fixes issue with "Select/Deselect" button text when editing a list of episodes
• Fixes issue with using Siri to start a playlist called "News".
Version 2.11.25 28 August 2023
• Fixes issue with playing m4b files
• Fixes issue with sharing feeds with no linkURL in their RSS feed
• Fixes issue with the podcasts list indicating there were no subscribed feeds when all feeds are just played or empty
• Fixes a few spacing issues on 45mm and 49mm watchOS devices.
Version 2.11.24 28 May 2023
• Workaround for an issue that prevented downloaded episodes from playing if the publisher had given them a file extension that didn't match the file's actual encoding.
• Accessibility - When editing a playlist, additional actions for moving an episode to the top or bottom of the list are now available..
Version 2.11.23 19 April 2023
• iPad - Skip Ahead/Skip Back keyboard shortcuts work again
• Fixes issue that could cause playback to stop when skipping ahead near the end of an episode..
Version 2.11.22 12 March 2023
• Fixed issue with PiP window not loading after tapping on a system notification.
• Fixed issue that could allow play position to be reset after returning from background
• Fixed issue with retrying failed downloads.
Version 2.11.21 10 January 2023
• Fixes an issue where an episode could start playing if it finishes downloading after you'd started streaming it but switched to another downloaded episode prior to the download finishing..
Version 2.11.18 11 November 2022
• CarPlay - Dismisses now playing view when playback ends due to there being no 'next' episode to play.
• When pulling down to refresh a playlist that has "Include All" disabled no longer refreshes included podcasts that have "Auto-Refresh" disabled.
• Fixes another issue with show notes on the player view being offset when returning to the player view.
• Fixes potential crash
• Fixes issue preventing purchasing Tips (More -> Support Downcast).
Version 2.11.13 27 August 2022
• Fixes a couple of potential crashes
• Fixes issues with now playing info not refreshing.
Version 2.11.13 27 August 2022
• Fixes a couple of potential crashes
• Fixes issues with now playing info not refreshing.
Version 2.11.13 27 August 2022
• Fixes a couple of potential crashes
• Fixes issues with now playing info not refreshing.
Version 2.11.13 27 August 2022
• Fixes a couple of potential crashes
• Fixes issues with now playing info not refreshing.
Version 2.11.10 27 May 2022
• Fixes issue with chapters icon not showing in iOS 14
• Fixes crashed when skipping to the next chapter when the first chapter in an episode starts after the current play position
• Fixes crash when playing episodes with chapters on CarPlay.
Version 2.11.9 05 April 2022
• Fixes a potential startup crash
• Fixes issue where actions icon and level of detail icons on iOS 14.
Version 2.11.7 03 March 2022
• ID3 CTOC frames are now honored for episodes that include such metadata. Example would be Stratechery.
• Fixes problem with ID3 chapter parsing when titles used unicode encoding. Example would be Audiodump.
• Fixes problem with showing file size of episodes that aren't downloaded, if the feed includes the file size per episode.
• Fixes a few potential crashes.
Version 2.11.3 12 November 2021
• Fixes issue with download queue
• Fixes potential startup crash.
Version 2.11.1 29 October 2021
• Fixes several potential crashes
• Removes deprecated API usages
• Minimum iOS version is now iOS 14.7.
Version 2.10.4 22 July 2021
* Fixes potential crash
* Fixes issue when cleaning up prior to background suspension.
Version 2.10.3 04 June 2021
• Fixes display of episode status when episode is non-local
• Fixes issue with exporting episodes
• Fixes crash when sharing podcasts
• Adds option to use Mail app or sharing sheet when submitting log file.
Version 2.10.1 29 April 2021
• Minor fixes for iOS 14.5
• Fixes user-agent used when streaming episodes
• Fixes removes Facebook link on 'More' tab
• Fixes a couple of potential crashes.
Version 2.9.61 22 February 2021
• Improves handling of feed URL changes
• Showing alert when exporting isn't possible due to limited temporary storage
• Fixes issue that could lead to a podcast being deleted after it's feed URL changes.
Version 2.9.60 28 December 2020
• Fixes issue that could delete downloads before they finish.
Version 2.9.58 17 November 2020
* Fixes issue where local notifications were displayed while Downcast was in the foreground
* Fixes alignment issue with refresh status bar on certain devices
* Fixes issue with refreshing episode counts
* Fixes a couple of potential crashes.
Version 2.9.57 30 October 2020
• Fixes UI freeze when showing zoomed artwork on episode details view
• Fixes potential crash after background suspension
• Fixes potential crash when updating podcast/playlist episode counts
• Fixes issue that could prevent continuous play from working
• Performance improvements.
Version 2.9.56 07 October 2020
• Fixes a crash while listening to episodes that contain chapters.
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✓ Downcast Help Center Note

Update your device software to the latest version, delete the app and redownload it from the app store. Your downcast app progress will be retained as long as the device is connected to the internet. Also, ensure that your device meets the minimum system requirements.