BBC iPlayer For iOS Gets Retina Visuals For New iPad, Better Video Playback & More

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BBC iPlayer is finally Retina-ready for the new iPad.
BBC iPlayer is finally Retina-ready for the new iPad.

The BBC has updated its iOS today, finally delivering high-resolutions visuals for the third-generation iPad. It also introduces “improved video performance,” better accessibility with VoiceOver controls, and more.

The app’s release notes detail the complete list of changes:

We’ve had some great feedback from all the passionate BBC iPlayer users out there and have made some updates.

– You asked for better playback so we’ve improved the video performance

– Better accessibility, including more Voice Over controls to make it even easier to enjoy BBC iPlayer’s fantastic content

– Beautiful retina graphics for the new iPad

– Bug fixes and general tidying, so you’ll notice even smoother performance

You’ll find BBC iPlayer version 1.3.2 in the App Store now.

Source: App Store

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