Top iOS Magazines & Newspapers Apps

Market Insights

• •The New York Times app (#1) has dominated the top spot for 21 of the last 30 days, which looks like a testament to its established user base and consistent daily news habit, though some reviews indicate its paywall remains a common point of friction.
• •Ground News (#3) seems to be holding its own against major traditional outlets, probably because its comparative news source feature resonates with users seeking broader perspective, a trend noted in several app store comments.
• •AstraNovel - Infinite Stories made a significant jump of +30 spots, suggesting the interactive fiction and serialized story format is gaining serious traction, especially among younger demographics according to market data.
• •The arrival of The San Francisco Chronicle and Snopes in the rankings this month points to a user appetite for both regional reporting and fact-checking tools, likely driven by current events cycles.