Apple News+ Audio is now available in the UK, Canada, and Australia, bringing narrated stories from top publications like The New Yorker and Rolling Stone to new regions. Learn what’s included and how to access it.
Apple News+ Audio Finally Launches Internationally
After four years of being a U.S.-exclusive feature, Apple News+ Audio is now rolling out to users in the UK, Canada, and Australia. This expansion allows international Apple News+ subscribers to enjoy professionally narrated versions of top stories, straight from the world’s leading publications.
What Is Apple News+ Audio?
Apple News+ Audio offers high-quality, human-narrated stories from premium sources like:
- The New Yorker
- Bloomberg
- The Atlantic
- Rolling Stone
- And more
These stories are available directly inside the Apple News app, or through the Podcasts app, offering users more ways to consume journalism on the go.
Who Can Access It?
- Apple News+ subscribers: Get full access to all audio stories.
- Non-subscribers: Can listen to short previews and the free Apple News Today daily briefing.
In the newly added countries, Apple also features locally relevant content from regional publications alongside U.S.-based stories.
What’s Included with a Subscription?
Apple News+ costs $12.99/month USD, and includes:
- Full access to hundreds of magazines and newspapers
- Premium stories from The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, and Los Angeles Times
- A growing library of audio journalism
- Local stories in Australia, Canada, and the UK
Apple News+ is also part of the Apple One Premier plan priced at $37.95/month USD.
How to Listen to Apple News+ Audio
- Open the Apple News app
- Tap the Audio tab
- Choose from categories like Politics, Business, True Crime, Entertainment, and more
- Or find curated selections in the Podcasts app
Why This Matters
With this expansion, Apple is positioning Apple News+ as a true global service, offering not just written journalism but also a premium listening experience. For commuters, multitaskers, or those who simply prefer audio, this feature is a major upgrade, now available in more regions.
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