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ShelfPlayer

AI Tools Apps SRL · Books

ShelfPlayer is a powerful iOS application for listening to audiobooks and podcasts, designed for users with self-hosted Audiobookshelf libraries

$5.99 · In-app purchases

PRICE
$5.99
In-app purchases
BUSINESS MODEL
Paid
No overall Grossing estimate available
RATING
3.8
134 ratings · Top 50%

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Goal: Send a clear invoice after finishing a job.

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Hypothesis 1

Focus on partnerships with publishers to expand the library.

Assumption to check: Limited audiobook library compared to competitors

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Hypothesis 2

Implement offline storage for downloaded audiobooks.

Assumption to check: No offline access for audiobooks

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Hypothesis 3

Create a clear, user-friendly subscription overview and management section.

Assumption to check: Subscription management can be confusing

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Hypothesis 4

Add features for sharing favorite books and audiobooks on social media.

Assumption to check: No social sharing features

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App Store description

ShelfPlayer is a powerful iOS application for listening to audiobooks and podcasts, designed for users with self-hosted Audiobookshelf libraries. Built in Swift 6 for iOS 18+, ShelfPlayer is fast, privacy-respecting, and deeply integrated with the Apple ecosystem. ShelfPlayer does not include any media content. A running Audiobookshelf instance is required to use the app. Features • Unified audiobook and podcast app: A single, native experience for audiobooks, podcasts, episodes, authors, narrators, series, collections, and playlists. • Multi-server support: Works with multiple Audiobookshelf servers and libraries at the same time. • Flexible authentication: Supports both username/password and OpenID sign-in. • Custom request headers: Additional HTTP headers can be configured for advanced setups. • Listen Now: Continue listening and discover content across connected libraries. • Global and library search: Fast search across books, podcasts, people, series, and episodes. • Playback queues: Includes both a main queue and an Up Next queue. • Chapter navigation: Chapter-level controls are available directly in playback views. • Playback speed controls: Combines quick presets with precise rate tuning. • Configurable skip intervals: Skip forward and backward durations can be tailored to personal preference. • Sleep timer: Supports both time-based and chapter-based timers, with Live Activity integration. • AirPlay and media controls: Native integration with AirPlay and Apple system media controls. • Bookmarks with notes: Save key moments with optional notes. • Progress synchronization: Listening progress and sessions stay in sync with Audiobookshelf. • Listening history: Detailed, item-level listening timelines are available. • Daily listening tracking: Tracks listening time with optional daily goals. • Offline mode and downloads: Downloaded content remains available when offline. • Automatic convenience downloads: Background downloads cover Listen Now, podcast, and series content. • Collections and playlists: Built-in tools for creating, editing, and organizing collections and playlists. • PDF viewer: Opens attached PDF documents in-app. • Home Screen widgets: Includes Start, Listen Now, and Listened Today widgets. • Live Activities and Dynamic Island: Sleep timer controls stay accessible on Lock Screen and Dynamic Island. • Siri, App Intents, and Shortcuts: Playback and automation workflows are fully integrated with Apple automation tools. • CarPlay support: Library browsing and playback controls are available in CarPlay. • Spotlight integration: Indexed content appears in system search with deep links back into the app. • Home Screen quick actions: Common playback and search actions are available from the app icon. • Native iPhone and iPad interface: Optimized layouts with customizable tabs, sorting, and filters.

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