The New Yorker

The New Yorker

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The New Yorker: Unrivaled Reporting, Commentary, and Culture

Experience rigorous journalism, profound storytelling, and iconic wit. From long-form essays and narrated stories to the daily crossword, carry the world’s most influential writing wherever you go.

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Publisher

Advance Magazine Publishers Inc.

Category

News

Downloads

3M+

User Rating

3.9/5

Total Ratings

9K+

Locales

1

The Magazine, Reimagined

Discover the interface used by 3M+ users.

Stylized artistic illustration of people reading and listening to content on The New Yorker app

Stylized artistic illustration of people reading and listening to content on The New Yorker app

The New Yorker mobile app displaying an article about 3D printing and the housing crisis

The New Yorker mobile app displaying an article about 3D printing and the housing crisis

The New Yorker app interface showing the audio section and a feature to listen to stories on the go

The New Yorker app interface showing the audio section and a feature to listen to stories on the go

The New Yorker app interface showing the daily crossword puzzle and games section

The New Yorker app interface showing the daily crossword puzzle and games section

The New Yorker app screen showing a chronological list of recent magazine issues in the archive section.

The New Yorker app screen showing a chronological list of recent magazine issues in the archive section.

A screenshot of The New Yorker app showing the weekly cartoons section with a humorous illustration of two cats.

A screenshot of The New Yorker app showing the weekly cartoons section with a humorous illustration of two cats.

Depth Over Distraction

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 3M+ users.

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Rigorous Long-Form Journalism

Access deeply researched pieces and fiction that explain the 'why' behind the world's most complex cultural and political issues.

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Narrated Audio Experience

Listen to world-class narrators read featured stories, allowing you to engage with deep insights during your commute or daily routine.

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Cultivated Intellectual Play

Sharpen your mind with daily crossword puzzles and find sophisticated levity in our iconic archive of legendary cartoons.

Review Analysis

Insights from user reviews.

Sentiment Score

24%
Negative

Summary

This app receives predominantly negative feedback, with users frequently praising the high quality of The New Yorker's content while expressing deep frustration with the app's functionality. Recurring issues include severe app instability, such as frequent crashes, freezing, and articles failing to load, often reported to have worsened after recent updates. Users also struggle with subscription management, encountering problems like the app not recognizing their paid status, unexpected charges, and difficulty cancelling. Furthermore, the user interface is criticized for being confusing, not saving reading progress, displaying intrusive ads, and having persistent bugs with crossword puzzles and cartoon captions, particularly affecting display and input on various devices. The lack of reliable offline access for downloaded content and adjustable font size are also significant points of dissatisfaction.

Common Themes

App Performance(11)
User Interface(11)
Subscription Management(7)
Content Quality(6)
Crossword Bugs(5)
Offline Reading(2)
Dark Mode(1)

About the app

Everything you need to know about The New Yorker.

Description

The New Yorker app is your digital destination for in-depth reporting, political and cultural commentary, fiction, and humor from New Yorker staff writers and contributors around the world. Stay up to date. Read or listen to top stories from your favorite writers, every day. Turn on notifications so you never miss an important story or your favorite topic. Be transported. News and politics. Books and culture. Fiction and poetry. Discover rich storytelling and rigorous reporting that will sweep you away and introduce you to something new. Go about your day. When your hands are full, listen to featured stories read by world-class narrators. If you need a break, solve a crossword puzzle or Name Drop quiz, and flip through a nearly endless supply of cartoons. And, when you’re on the go, save stories to access them on any device, even offline. The app is free to download. Subscribers receive unlimited access. Most current New Yorker subscribers have unlimited access to the app as part of their existing subscription. Subscribers with a print-only subscription may not have unlimited access. App subscribers have full access to the Web site, including the archive and most recent issue. Users who have trouble accessing stories can e-mail apps@newyorker.com for assistance. Non-subscribers may access the app by starting a free trial. A subscription costs $11.99 a month or $119.99 annually, and includes a 7-day free trial, after which it will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period and will state the cost of renewal. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Subscriptions may be managed by the user, and auto-renewal may be turned off by updating the user’s App Store Subscription settings after purchase. Payment will be charged to iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Information about our Terms of Service & Privacy Policy can be found at http://www.condenast.com/privacy-policy.

Latest Version

11.2.2

Size

120.3 MB

First Released

Apr 11, 2016

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about The New Yorker

How much does a subscription to The New Yorker app cost?

A subscription to The New Yorker app costs $11.99 monthly or $119.99 annually. Both options include a 7-day free trial before automatic renewal.

Does The New Yorker app offer a free trial?

Yes, The New Yorker app offers a 7-day free trial with monthly and annual subscriptions. Non-subscribers can access the app by starting this free trial.

Can I listen to articles in The New Yorker app?

Yes, The New Yorker app allows users to listen to featured stories read by world-class narrators. Many articles, including from the archive, offer an audio option.

What kind of content is available in The New Yorker app?

The New Yorker app provides in-depth reporting, political/cultural commentary, fiction, poetry, humor, and interactive puzzles. It includes current stories, magazine issues, and audio content.

Can existing New Yorker print subscribers access the app?

Yes, most current New Yorker subscribers have unlimited access to the app as part of their existing subscription. Print-only subscribers may not have unlimited access.

Does The New Yorker app offer offline reading?

Yes, The New Yorker app enables users to save stories to access them on any device, even without an internet connection. This feature supports offline reading.

How do I manage my New Yorker app subscription?

Users manage their New Yorker app subscription and auto-renewal settings through their App Store Subscription settings after purchase. Payment is charged to the iTunes account.

Are there games and puzzles in The New Yorker app?

Yes, The New Yorker app features interactive content, including daily crossword puzzles, Name Drop quizzes, and an extensive collection of cartoons for entertainment.

Does The New Yorker app provide access to past magazine issues?

Yes, The New Yorker app allows users to explore the magazine archive. App subscribers gain full access to the website, including its archive and most recent issue.

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