PHPodcast Addict: Podcast Player v2026.4.1 [Premium] [Mod Extra]
Podcast Addict is a comprehensive podcast management and playback application for Android. It integrates podcast discovery, live radio streaming, and a news reader into a single interface with extensive customization for power users.Application Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Android Version | 8.0+ |
| Current Version | 2026.4.1 |
| Status | Premium / ρáíd Features Unlocked |
| Supported Content | Podcasts, Live Radio, RSS News Feeds, YouTube, SoundCloud |
| Connectivity | Chromecast, Sonos, Android Auto |
Core Functionality
- Playback Engine: Includes volume boost, skip silence, variable playback speed, and custom audio effects (Equalizer, Pitch control).
- Library Management: Supports OPML import/export, automated downloads, and advanced search by keyword or category.
- Automation: Features include set download rules, sleep timers, and podcast-based alarms.
- Data & Analytics: Provides detailed listening statistics and episode completion tracking.
- Live Radio: Support for international radio stations across multiple genres.
v2026.4.1 Changelog & Technical Improvements
- RSS Handling: Added automatic updates for RSS feeds when creators change URLs without proper redirection; improved parsing performance and compatibility with relative download URLs.
- Algorithm Update: Fully rewritten smart priority algorithm for dynamic podcast prioritization.
- Playlist Logic: Enhanced "alternate by podcast" behavior to ensure better distribution of episodes from different sources.
- Bug Fixes: Resolved persistent "downloads in progress" notification issues.
- Optimization: Major performance improvements regarding app responsiveness and resource management.
Modification Details
- Premium Access: All ρáíd features are unlocked.
- Cleanup: Removed debug code, unwanted permissions, receivers, providers, and services.
- Ad Removal: Stripped all advertisement links, layouts, and SDKs (including Facebook Ads).
- Privacy: Analytics, Crashlytics, and Firebase tracking components are completely disabled.