Popular Science

Name: Popular Science
Rating: 4.3 (135 reviews)
Author: Ziff Davis

By: Ziff Davis App

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Overview

Version:

9.0.0

Last updated: 2026-09-01

Features & Capabilities

Popular Science delivers the latest news and insights in science and technology for curious readers, early adopters, and future-focused thinkers. Explore stories about gadgets, software, robotics, healthcare, energy, defense, and groundbreaking innovations.

With a perspective on the ideas and people shaping tomorrow, the app brings Popular Science magazine content to your iPhone or iPad. Stay informed about breakthroughs and emerging technologies designed to improve our lives, planet, and future.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App News & Magazines Education Content

By:

Ziff Davis

Rating:

4.30

(135) 1 new ratings

Version:

9.0.0 Last updated: 2026-09-01

Version code:

882184714

Creation date:

2010-04-01

Compatible devices:

Size:

90.54MB

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-09-22

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 124,576 ▲ 163

Other rankings

#13 in technology keyword 36

For Developers

Monetize with App Pass Boost with Extension Booster

Contact the developer

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Developed by:

Ziff Davis

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/popular-science/id364049283

Website:

https://www.popsci.com

User Reviews

Most reviews focus on access and licensing issues rather than content quality. Repeated themes include failed restore purchases and cross-device syncing, inability to download or read issues offline, and apps that won’t open or crash after updates. Some users report that new app versions erase downloaded content or force repurchasing. A minority praise the content and value of the subscription when it works, and note reading customization features. The core message is that usability and licensing problems undermine the reading experience for many subscribers.

Pros

Content is valuable when accessible and the yearly subscription can offer good value.
Reading customization options (font size, background colors) enhance readability.
The app can be easy to use and provide a good reading experience when functioning.
Some users consider the yearly subscription pricing fair.

Cons

Restore purchases/subscription not recognized across devices.
Cannot download or access issues; library often empty and offline reading blocked.
App crashes or won't open; frequent startup and update problems.
New app/update can wipe access to downloaded/purchased issues or require repurchasing.

Recent reviews

I can’t get the app to work anymore on iPad. And even when I did get it to work, I couldn’t see past issues nor would it really save where I was at. Can’t we just go back to print????