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App Store Apps > News > The Spectrum
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The Spectrum

by USA TODAY Co., Inc. · News · Free
On the App Store since May 2012 · Data updated 2026-10-28

The Spectrum is made and published by USA TODAY Co., Inc. AppBrain is an independent app data site and isn't affiliated with USA TODAY Co., Inc. The app name, icon, screenshots and description belong to USA TODAY Co., Inc. and are shown as published on the App Store.

AppBrain's verdict

EstablishedWell rated
Rating on App Store
4.18
160 ratings
Last updated
October 28, 2026

Users rate it well: 4.2 stars from 160 ratings.

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Updates seen on the App Store
Version
8.14.0
Launched
May 2012

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Technology

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Price
Free
App size
184.4 MB
Content rating
Medium

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About the app and developer

About The Spectrum

The Spectrum is a news app developed by USA TODAY Co., Inc.

User Ratings

The Spectrum is rated 4.18 out of 5 stars. The rating is based on 160 ratings.

App Information

The Spectrum is freely available from the App Store. The app size is 184.35 MB. The latest version available is 8.14.0. The last update was on October 28, 2026.

Technical Requirements

The app has a content rating of Medium Maturity. The app has been available on the App Store since May 2012.

Developer information for USA TODAY Co., Inc.

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Frequently asked questions about The Spectrum

Is The Spectrum free?

Yes. The Spectrum is free on the App Store.

Is The Spectrum still available?

Yes. The Spectrum is on the App Store, and the last update we saw was on October 28, 2026.

How large is The Spectrum?

The Spectrum is 184.35 MB.

Is The Spectrum suitable for children?

App Store gives The Spectrum a medium maturity rating, so it is not meant for young children.

How do people rate The Spectrum?

The Spectrum scores 4.18 out of 5 stars, from 160 ratings on the App Store.

Who made The Spectrum?

The Spectrum was developed by USA TODAY Co., Inc. It is listed in the news category on the App Store.

What are the best alternatives to The Spectrum?

People looking at The Spectrum also look at these news apps: St. George News, The Salt Lake Tribune, KUTV Salt Lake News, Spectrum News: Local Stories, ABC4 Utah.

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Store listing

By USA TODAY Co., Inc., from the App Store
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Description by USA TODAY Co., Inc. Written by the developer, not by AppBrain. Click to read.
From critically acclaimed storytelling to powerful photography to engaging videos — The Spectrum app delivers the local news that matters most to your community.

APP FEATURES:
• Access all of our in-depth journalism, including things to do around town, sports coverage from high school to the pros, and much more.
• Enjoy a streamlined, fast-loading experience that makes it easy to view the stories, photos, and videos that matter to you.
• Get breaking news, sports scores, and weather alerts with real-time notifications tailored to your interests.
• Customize your experience by saving your favorite stories, adjusting text size, using night mode, or reading offline.
• eNewspaper: Just like our print edition but accessible on your mobile devices. And access to USA TODAY and 200+ local eNewspapers.

MORE INFORMATION:
• Privacy Policy: https://cm.thespectrum.com/privacy/
• Terms of Service: https://cm.thespectrum.com/terms/
• Help Center: https://help.thespectrum.com
• Subscriptions are charged to your account at confirmation of purchase and automatically renew each month or year, unless turned off in your account settings at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage your subscriptions and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. See "Subscription Support" in the app's Settings for more details and customer service contact information.
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