No way to access as a print subscriber
Ridiculous that in 2024 a print subscriber can’t access the digital editions.
Looking for old app
I had the Afar app on my old phone and I loved it to reference great, off-the-beaten-path spots when I travel. I used it to plan trips and get input from other users. The new app doesn’t even let you search multiple issues?! I’m mad I paid for the subscription. I have to go issue by issue to research my trip 😫
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Not a friendly app
This app stopped functioning for over a month and there’s no help as yet from developer to the subscription I purchased using the app.
Can’t use existing subscription
No way to log in if you have a print subscription and last app update was over a year ago. This should be removed from the App Store honestly.
Avoid Version 2.1. Previously bought editions vanish!
Updated feedback re v 2.1.1
Problems persist exactly as reported in prior version. (see below) Attempted to renew subscription, and as before, app is simply incapable of displaying latest edition. I have now cancelled the subscription and requested a refund.
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Up until this latest version - 2.1, the digital editions of Afar magazine rendered beautifully on the iPad via the app. With this update, all my previously purchased editions have vanished. Drop-down menu designed to restore issues simply does not work. While it indicates that all issues have been restored - this in fact is untrue. All my earlier editions purchased with a subscription have entirely disappeared and attempts to restore them are hopeless. The loss of paid for content is extremely frustrating and obviously in need of a rapid fix.
Problems persist exactly as reported in prior version. (see below) Attempted to renew subscription, and as before, app is simply incapable of displaying latest edition. I have now cancelled the subscription and requested a refund.
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Up until this latest version - 2.1, the digital editions of Afar magazine rendered beautifully on the iPad via the app. With this update, all my previously purchased editions have vanished. Drop-down menu designed to restore issues simply does not work. While it indicates that all issues have been restored - this in fact is untrue. All my earlier editions purchased with a subscription have entirely disappeared and attempts to restore them are hopeless. The loss of paid for content is extremely frustrating and obviously in need of a rapid fix.
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Horrible Update!
App update deletes all downloaded issues and then doesn’t allow you to access those issues (even though you’ve already paid for them). It’s so bad that even with a current subscription you can’t access the current issue. Totally insane situation. Unfortunately AFAR customer service is clueless about their own app :-(
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No digital subscriptions for print subscribers?
In 2017, it's not acceptable to fail to provide access to a digital version to your print subscribers.
Can't Read on iPhone 6 Plus
Love this magazine but it is a waste to buy it for an iPhone. The ZOOM option doesn't exist so unless you want to read the articles with a microscope... it is a complete waste of your 20 bucks.
Nothing loaded
I really hate this.
I do not know, this is my iPad's (version 4) problem or this application.
I do not know, this is my iPad's (version 4) problem or this application.
Love the magazine; hate the app
I paid for an issue although the app promised I'd get a free one; neither one has ever loaded. A great let-down from an otherwise good publication.
Subscription?
The only magazine that I bought twice and I still do not have access, despite restoring purchases, reinstalling and praying to the gods of iTunes subscriptions and IP protection. Well, I suppose I have to give up trying.
No way to login
I already have a print subscription to AFAR but I cannot get to the digital versions. Really? In this day and age? Fix this!
Why have you removed zoom?
Love the content of this magazine, but in the latest issue I am no longer able to zoom in on the pages, which for practical purposes makes it impossible for me to read the content on my iPhone.
Missing pages in Jan/Feb 2016 issue
Previous issues operated like a pdf - not ideal, but I at least get to read the magazine. Last issue did not allow zooming and was missing several pages - the most egregious example: page 115 to 119 to 127. I have deleted the app and re-downloaded it to no effect. Not pleased.
Don't Waste Your Time
I will echo what so many others have stated. I love Afar and pay for a print subscription, so it's outrageous that they'd expect me to pay twice for digital access. I've lost some respect for the publication because of this.
No digital
Very disappointed in AFAR! I have been a print subscriber for years, and yet you want me to pay again for digital. Foolish. And irritating. You have a frustrated customer now.
Why do I pay again for digital??
Every magazine I subscribe to I can read on line for no additional cost. Why would AFAR think anyone would pay twice?
I was disappointed too
When I downloaded the app I was looking forward to having the option of reading AFAR on my iPad, as I can do with every other magazine I subscribe to. However, customer service informed me that AFAR had so plans to include digital access with a print subscription. So I immediately deleted this app. DISAPPOINTING!
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Nice app.
App is great; the magazines are beautiful and informative.
No Digital Subscription with Print Subscription?
I recently purchased a two-year print subscription to AFAR magazine. But, apparently you do not get a digital subscription with the print subscription. I downloaded the app and it will not allow me to create an account or login using my current subscription information. I am only allowed to subscribe again or pay for individual issues. Why should I pay twice?
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