Play RTS: Your Essential Connection to Swiss Culture, News, and Sport

Experience the best of Switzerland’s public broadcasting from anywhere. Stream award-winning documentaries, exclusive podcasts, and live alpine events in French, tailored for the globally-minded viewer.

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Publisher

RTS Radio Television Suisse, Succursale de la SSR

Your Front Row Seat to Switzerland

Discover the interface used by 337K+ users.

Play RTS app screenshot promoting the series The Deal with French text about free streaming

Play RTS app interface showing a selection of series, films, and animations including Les Marsupilamis and In Our Blood

A grid displaying humor and sport content including Swiss skiers, comedians, and a Formula 1 car on Play RTS

A grid of documentary thumbnails on the Play RTS app featuring Roger Federer and Taylor Swift

A selection of Swiss French podcast covers and audio programs available on the Play RTS app

Your Essential Link to Swiss Culture

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 337K+ users.

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Direct Access to Home

Follow Swiss news in real-time and stream exclusive events like Alpine Skiing directly from the RTS live feed.

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Intellectual Immersion

Dive into the largest catalog of original Swiss podcasts and award-winning documentaries to fuel your curiosity and keep your French sharp.

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Seamless Multi-Device Experience

Cast to your TV with AirPlay or Chromecast, listen on your Apple Watch, and download content to watch offline on any device.

Loved by users worldwide

Trusted by 337K+ people who love this app.

"As a Swiss expat living in New York, Play RTS is my essential daily connection to home. The streaming quality is superb, and I can finally follow the Alpine Skiing World Cup and the 19h30 news from my living room using Chromecast. It's the best way to stay informed and culturally connected."

Marc-André S., International Consultant

"I use this app daily to maintain my French proficiency. The documentary selection is intellectually stimulating and far superior to standard streaming services. I especially love the background audio feature for podcasts during my commute and the high-quality subtitles that help me catch every nuance."

Elena R., University Professor

About the app

Everything you need to know about Play RTS : Streaming & replay.

Description

Play RTS : streaming audio et vidéo Il y a tant à découvrir avec l’application Play RTS ! En un clic, accédez à un riche catalogue de contenus audio et vidéo exclusifs et à l'ensemble des programmes de la RTS. Séries et films : une sélection régulièrement renouvelée de séries et films suisses et internationaux captivants Documentaires : le réel décrypté pour mieux comprendre les enjeux de notre société, parcourir la planète ou explorer notre histoire Podcasts : laissez-vous captiver par le plus large catalogue de podcasts suisses originaux ! Info & Société : nos magazines et journaux pour faire le point sur les nouvelles du jour ou approfondir un sujet d’actualité. Jeunesse : une programmation adaptée avec des dessins animés, des émissions éducatives et d'autres contenus de divertissement. Sport en live : où que vous soyez, les plus grands évènements sportifs en Suisse et dans le monde à vivre en direct (Jeux Olympiques, Coupe du Monde de foot, ski alpin, tournoi du Grand Chelem…). Fonctionnalités de l'app Profitez de fonctionnalités de lecture avancée : - Utilisez AirPlay ou Chromecast pour diffuser nos contenus sur votre TV. - Profitez des versions originales, de l’audiodescription ou des sous-titres . - Utilisez le mini-lecteur afin de gérer la lecture en cours ou de reprendre la lecture du dernier contenu joué. - Contrôlez en tout temps la lecture via le centre de contrôle ou votre Apple Watch. - Téléchargez certains contenus afin de les regarder plus tard sans connexion Internet nécessaire (pour les contenus qui le proposent). - Écoutez nos contenus vidéos en activant la lecture en arrière-plan. Accessibilité Notre offre est accessible aux utilisateurs ayant des difficultés visuelles ou auditives : - Navigation par VoiceOver. - Audiodescription. - Sous-titres. - Taille de texte agrandie. Profil Retrouvez les contenus que vous préférez et ceux que vous avez consultés dans la section profil : - Abonnez-vous à vos émissions favorites afin d’être averti lorsqu’un nouvel épisode est disponible. - Marquez les contenus à voir plus tard et retrouvez-les dans votre profil. - Reprenez en tout temps la lecture là où vous l’aviez laissée grâce à la fonction d’historique. - Connectez-vous à votre compte maRTS ou inscrivez-vous afin de synchroniser entre vos différents appareils vos émissions favorites, votre historique de lecture, ainsi que les contenus que vous pensez voir plus tard.

Latest Version

3.9.8

Size

53.4 MB

First Released

Oct 15, 2014

Take the Best of Swiss Culture Everywhere

Join thousands of expats and Francophiles. Download Play RTS today to access premium Swiss news, live sports, and exclusive documentaries directly on your favorite devices.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Play RTS : Streaming & replay

What is the Play RTS app?

Play RTS is an application offering a rich catalog of exclusive audio and video content from RTS, including series, films, documentaries, podcasts, news, youth programs, and live sports.

Does Play RTS provide live sports content?

Yes, Play RTS offers live sports events, including the Olympic Games, Football World Cup, alpine skiing, and Grand Slam tournaments, accessible directly through the app.

Can I watch content offline using Play RTS?

Yes, the Play RTS app allows users to download certain content for later viewing without requiring an internet connection. This feature applies to eligible content.

Does Play RTS support casting to a television?

Yes, Play RTS supports casting content to a TV using AirPlay or Chromecast. This functionality is available within the app's advanced playback features.

Is the Play RTS app free to use?

Yes, Play RTS provides access to its preferred content without a subscription. The app offers a comprehensive catalog of audio and video content for free.

What accessibility features are available in Play RTS?

Play RTS offers several accessibility features, including VoiceOver navigation, audiodescription, subtitles, and enlarged text size, to assist users with visual or hearing difficulties.

Can I control Play RTS with my Apple Watch?

Yes, you can control playback within Play RTS via your Apple Watch. This allows for managing ongoing playback or resuming content directly from the control center.

Does Play RTS support background playback for videos?

Yes, Play RTS allows users to activate background playback for video content. This feature enables listening to video content while using other applications or with the screen off.

How can I manage my favorite shows and watch history in Play RTS?

In Play RTS, you can subscribe to your favorite shows in the profile section to receive notifications for new episodes. You can also mark content to watch later and resume playback from your history.

Does Play RTS offer content synchronization across multiple devices?

Yes, by connecting or registering a maRTS account, Play RTS synchronizes your favorite shows, playback history, and saved content across all your different devices.

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