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Digital audio consumption trends in Germany and Austria
Overview
Digital audio consumption is undergoing a significant shift in Germany and Austria. In Germany, DAB+ digital radio has become a dominant medium, outpacing web radio with approximately 25 million listeners, representing 35.6% to 39% of the population aged 14 and older. The net digitalization rate for radio listeners in Germany has reached 78%. Regional adoption is particularly high in Bavaria, where household penetration stands at 47%.
In Austria, online audio services—including podcasts, music streaming, and web radio—have seen widespread adoption, with 93% of the online population utilizing these services. A notable trend in vehicle entertainment involves the use of smartphones via Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, which is used by 47% of users, creating competition between local broadcasters and international technology platforms.
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[TECHNOLOGY] 7 sourcesGermany sees rising DAB+ digital radio adoption
Digital radio usage in Germany is increasing, with DAB+ reaching approximately 39% of listeners and outpacing web radio in popularity according to recent media analysis.
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[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sourcesDigital audio trends show growth in DAB+ and online streaming
Digital audio trends show DAB+ leading web radio in Germany, while 93 percent of Austria's online population now uses internet-based audio services.
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amica.de · artikel-presse.de · audiovision.de · cash.ch · digital.rozhlas.cz · digitalfernsehen.de · finanzen.at · unternehmer.de · wienerbezirksblatt.at