Book description
Our voices carry farther than ever before, thanks to digital media. But how are they being heard? In this book, Damon Krukowski examines how the switch from analog to digital audio is changing our perceptions of time, space, love, money, and power. In Ways of Hearing-modeled on Ways of Seeing, John Berger's influential 1972 book on visual culture-Krukowski offers readers a set of tools for critical listening in the digital age. Just as Ways of Seeing began as a BBC television series, Ways of Hearing is based on a six-part podcast produced for the groundbreaking public radio podcast network Radiotopia. Inventive uses of text and design help bring the message beyond the range of earbuds.Each chapter of Ways of Hearing explores a different aspect of listening in the digital age: time, space, love, money, and power. Digital time, for example, is designed for machines. When we trade broadcast for podcast, or analog for digital in the recording studio, we give up the opportunity to perceive time together through our media. On the street, we experience public space privately, as our headphones allow us to avoid "ear contact" with the city. Heard on a cell phone, our loved ones' voices are compressed, stripped of context by digital technology. Music has been dematerialized, no longer an object to be bought and sold. With recommendation algorithms and playlists, digital corporations have created a media universe that adapts to us, eliminating the pleasures of brick-and-mortar browsing. Krukowski lays out a choice: do we want a world enriched by the messiness of noise, or one that strives toward the purity of signal only?
Sky Bully
The ability to adjust the playback speed has made my commute even more efficient. I'm amazed by the variety of genres available – there's something for everyone. I'm impressed by the extensive statistics feature, allowing me to track my audiobook consumption over time. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use.
2nd Hand Joe
This app has broadened my literary horizons, introducing me to new authors. Audiobooks on this app have made me look forward to my long commutes. Audiobooks on this app have turned my travels into explorations of new narratives. Noise reduction feature is magic. Now I can listen to recordings even in noisy settings. ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like having a library on my phone!
Moon Peaches
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Demo
Gone are the days of fumbling with different formats – this app's comprehensive support ensures I can enjoy any audiobook without a hitch. 🎉🔊 ListenBook's tone adjustment feature in the Pro version is a creative tool that adds a fun twist to my audiobook journey. Quick access to chapters is so handy. Navigating through content is a breeze.
Oblivion
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Tornado Maker
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AxelRoad
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Alberta
I love how I can create playlists. It’s perfect for organizing my books. This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
Doughboy, Esq
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Darkside Hooker
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Diamond Gamer
ListenBook's support for a variety of download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. Listening to audiobooks on this app has become my favorite way to relax.
Opulent Gamer
Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends, sparking engaging conversations and connections that transcend boundaries. This is exactly what I look for in an audiobook! The narrator's pleasant voice and excellent diction made even complex passages easy to follow. I appreciated the subtle but effective use of pauses and emphasis that added depth to the listening experience. Finished it in record time because I couldn't stop listening.
Toolmaker
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3P-own
I can't get enough of this app's versatile features – from playback speed to bookmarking, it's all there. ListenBook's auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that ensures I never miss a single word.
Moon Solitaire
I've become a loyal fan of audiobooks, and this app is the reason why! ListenBook's innovation, seamless playback, and versatile features make it a standout app. Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very pleased. The app is perfect for people with visual impairments. It’s so easy to navigate.
Sofa King
ListenBook's support for chapters and bookmarks ensures that I never lose my place in a story. Library organization has never been this easy. My audiobook collection is finally tidy. The playback history is a great feature. I can easily revisit my favorite parts. The narrator's voice took some getting used to - a bit nasal at first - but I grew to like it after a few chapters. Their pacing was excellent throughout.
Mother Hen
ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful – I'm hooked! With this app, I can switch seamlessly between my iPhone and iPad, making my reading experience continuous. Savoring audiobooks without fuss – this app's design is impressive. ListenBook’s support for Apple Watch is a great touch. I can control my audiobooks on the go. The playback history is a great feature. I can easily revisit my favorite parts.
Whip 2T
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AlertXis
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General Broomdog
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience