# The Spectrum

> Breaking News + eNewspaper

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id520602256](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id520602256)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id520602256`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** USA TODAY Co., Inc.
- **Category:** News
- **Rating:** 4.20 / 5 (160 ratings)
- **Version:** 8.10.2
- **Last updated:** 2026-05-27
- **First published:** 2012-05-01
- **Size:** 182 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-22
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-spectrum/id520602256)
- **Website:** [https://www.thespectrum.com](https://www.thespectrum.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://cm.thespectrum.com/privacy](https://cm.thespectrum.com/privacy)

## Description

The Spectrum delivers local journalism, photography, and video to your mobile device. From things to do around town to sports coverage, you’ll get in-depth reporting that matters to your community.

Enjoy a fast, streamlined reading experience with real-time breaking news, scores, weather alerts, and the ability to save stories, adjust text size, use night mode, and read offline. The eNewspaper feature brings the print edition to mobile, plus access to USA TODAY and 200+ local papers for a broader view of your region.

## Rankings

- #117,892 — Overall

## Review summary

User reviews show a mix: a clean, easy-to-use app with strong local sports coverage and quick mobile access, but recurring complaints about outdated local content and paywalls. Some users face sign-in problems. Overall value hinges on current content and pricing; the app feels valuable when content is fresh and affordable, but disappointing when stories are stale or locked behind a subscription.

### Pros

- Easy to navigate with an impressive user interface and clear sections.
- Local coverage and sports reporting are strong, with well-written articles and photos.
- Easy to read on mobile; accessible reading experience.
- Provides local news at your fingertips.

### Cons

- Content is not up-to-date and misses local stories; online content lags the print/local coverage.
- Content is gated behind a premium subscription; readers cannot access articles without paying.
- Sign-in and account-management issues hinder access for some users.

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