Online Radio Box
Project Manager, Artist, and Designer in USA
Once upon a time, radio enthusiasts had only warm tube receivers at their disposal. Nowadays, there are numerous programs for desktop and mobile devices that allow users to listen to their favorite radio stations, discover new ones, choose music to match their mood, or expand their musical knowledge. User preferences can vary greatly: some expect comprehensive functionality from a program, while others prioritize intuitiveness and ease of use.
Online Radio Box is a program for those who see radio as a pleasant background for everyday tasks and events, for those who don’t want to navigate through a complex menu with a convoluted structure. It’s for people who need their favorite radio stations always at hand, along with the option to explore something new when time and curiosity allow. But let’s take it step by step.
If the mobile version of Online Radio Box had to be described in a single word, minimalistic would be the best fit. A clean interface with minimal graphics: no splash screens, no album covers for the currently playing tracks—just the icons of the radio stations themselves. The menu is limited to essential options: from the main screen, you can search for stations by name or browse geographically—continent → country → city or region. There’s no alternative search by artist, for example, but this doesn’t make the program less functional. On the contrary, it performs its tasks excellently. By default, you’ll see a list of popular Russian radio stations, which is already sufficient for many users: add your favorite Radio Nova, Kiss FM , and Capital FM to your favorites, and you’ll always have your beloved music on the go or at a picnic. However, using the geographical search, you can always expand your musical horizons. If you’re curious about the music that’s popular in a specific country or even a particular city, you can take a brief cultural excursion at any time. Want to know what people are listening to today in, say, a specific region of Australia? No problem at all.