Google updated its podcast client for Android – Google Listen. As far as I could tell there are no visible changes except that reference to the now defunct Google Labs was removed. Other than that, it’s the same app that allows users to listen to the podcasts while on the go and that sings along Google Reader.
As a big fan of Google Reader, I love Google Listen. However, just because it works for me, it doesn’t mean it will work for you as well. Quite the contrary, there are many other, much better options out there like BeyondPod and Stitcher Radio. Guess I’m an old school guy who loves having all of his RSS feeds managed from a single location – Google Reader.
If you’re just new to the podcasting, you’re better off picking some other app that allows you to more easily manage your subscriptions right from the phone. That said – Google Listen does come with that capability, but it can be a hassle — that’s why I manage my podcasts from Google Reader…
Google Listen (FREE) [Android Market link]