Hi! I understand you’re having trouble playing audio when you click on play in the Pocket FM app on your Android device. To help you better, could you please let me know if:

- Are you connected to the internet via Wi-Fi or mobile data?
- Have you heard any audio at all, or is it silent every time you press play?
- Do you use any Bluetooth or external audio devices like headphones or speakers?
- Have you tried playing audio in other apps to check if the sound is working properly on your device?

Once I have this info, I can guide you with the best steps. Meanwhile, here are some basic things you can try:

1. Check internet connection: Pocket FM requires a stable internet connection to stream audio. Try switching between Wi-Fi and mobile data.

2. Restart the app: Close Pocket FM completely and reopen it before trying again.

3. Check volume and mute settings: Ensure your device volume is up and not muted. Also, check if Pocket FM’s player shows any muted icon.

4. Disable Bluetooth temporarily: Sometimes audio may try to play on a disconnected Bluetooth device. Turn off Bluetooth and try playing audio again.

5. Update the app and device: Ensure Pocket FM app and your Android OS (version 10) have the latest updates installed.

If these steps don’t help, I can guide you through clearing the app cache or reinstalling Pocket FM. Let me know your current situation so we can proceed!

I have done all of the above but my phone is an Android 16 and updates was last done on March 14th, 2026

Thanks for sharing those details! Since your phone is running Android 16 and the last update was on March 14th, 2026, and you’ve already tried basic fixes like restarting, checking volume, and connection, it looks like this might be a known issue affecting Pocket FM on Android 16 after recent updates.

Here’s what I recommend next:

1. Clear Pocket FM app cache and data:
- Go to Settings > Apps > Pocket FM.
- Tap Storage & cache.
- Click Clear cache, then Clear storage/data.
- Restart the app and try playing audio again.

2. Check app permissions:
- In Settings > Apps > Pocket FM > Permissions, make sure it has permission to access storage and microphone if requested.

3. Try installing an earlier version of Pocket FM:
- Sometimes the latest app update may have compatibility issues with the newest Android version.
- You can download an older version of the app from trusted sources like Uptodown and see if playback works there (make sure to uninstall the current app first).

4. Wait for an official update:
- Since this looks like an emerging compatibility problem on Android 16, the app developers might release a fix soon.
- Keep your app updated and monitor for new versions.

If none of the above solves the issue, you may want to report this directly to Pocket FM support at [email protected] with your device details and the problem description so they can investigate further.

Here’s a useful reference on clearing cache and storage for app issues like this 9 and about downloading older app versions 8.

Would you feel comfortable trying these steps? Let me know how it goes or if you want me to walk you through any of them!

Are there known bugs for Pocket FM on Android 16?

Thanks for your question about known bugs related to Pocket FM on Android 16. Based on what I found, there have been several reports from users experiencing playback issues and app stoppages specifically after updating to newer Android versions, including Android 16. It seems that these problems could be due to compatibility glitches between Pocket FM updates and the latest Android system, affecting audio playback reliability.

Key points from user discussions and troubleshooting guides include:
- Playback stopping unexpectedly or no sound when pressing play, even though the app appears to function normally.
- Issues possibly related to the app, the phone's OS itself, or intermittent internet connectivity.1
- Recommendations often suggest clearing app cache and data, checking permissions, and sometimes rolling back to an earlier app version until official fixes are released.2
- Some users have reported the problem starting after a recent app or OS update, indicating a compatibility bug.4

Since you are on Android 16 and your app was updated recently, your situation aligns with these reports. Being proactive by following the troubleshooting steps we discussed earlier—like clearing cache, checking permissions, and keeping the app updated—is the best approach. Also, keeping an eye on official Pocket FM channels or user groups for upcoming patches can help.

If you want, I can guide you through the detailed steps to clear cache or check permissions again, or suggest trying an earlier version of the app as a temporary workaround. Would you like to proceed with that?

Ii click play, says 2 words and stops playing

Thanks for letting me know that the playback starts, says just a couple of words, and then stops. That’s a helpful detail. This kind of issue often points to either a problem with the app’s data or an interruption in streaming.

Here’s what we can try next step-by-step:

1. Log out and log back into Pocket FM
Sometimes refreshing your session can fix playback glitches. You can log out from the app settings, then sign in again with your account. This has helped other users with similar problems2.

2. Clear cache and data again, carefully
Since truncated playback can happen if corrupted data builds up, try clearing the cache and app data once more:
- Go to Settings > Apps > Pocket FM > Storage & cache
- Tap Clear cache first, check if playback improves.
- If not, choose Clear storage/data (note this will log you out, so you’ll need to log in again).
- Restart the app and test playback3.

3. Check your internet connection stability
Since Pocket FM streams content, if your connection is spotty or switching between mobile data and Wi-Fi rapidly, playback might get interrupted. Try using a single, strong connection.

4. Disable battery optimization for Pocket FM
Some Android 10+ devices aggressively manage background apps, which can cause audio to stop unexpectedly. To disable battery optimization:
- Go to Settings > Battery > Battery optimization
- Find Pocket FM and set it to Not optimized or Don't optimize.

5. Reinstall the app as a last resort
Uninstall Pocket FM fully, then reinstall it fresh from the Play Store to remove any corrupted files causing playback issues.

If after trying these the problem persists, there might be a deeper compatibility or streaming issue. If you'd like, I can help you report this to the Pocket FM support team for more advanced assistance.

Would you like me to guide you through any of these steps?