# Akron Beacon Journal eEdition

> Digital replica of a local newspaper with archive access. (iPhone/iPad app by GateHouse Media, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/akron-beacon-journal-eedition/id849076494 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [GateHouse Media, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/959677524)
- Category: News
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 349 App Store ratings · 21 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 74 MB
- Languages: Arabic, Danish, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Norwegian Bokmål, Portuguese, Romanian and 2 more
- Released: 2014-04-04
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/akron-beacon-journal-eedition/id849076494/reviews.md

## What is Akron Beacon Journal eEdition?

The Akron Beacon Journal is known for in-depth local reporting in print and online, regularly attracting accolades from professional journalism associations at the local, regional, state, and national levels.  

• View every word, photo, and image exactly as it appears in print
• Tap any article to convert to text view
• Browse pages, zoom on articles, rotate to landscape and portrait modes
• Easily email or share articles and pictures
• Includes archive access to every issue published in the past 30 days

Privacy Policy: https://cm.beaconjournal.com/privacy-policy/
Terms of Service: https://cm.beaconjournal.com/terms/

## Key features

- View print edition exactly as published
- Tap articles for text view
- Browse, zoom, and rotate pages
- Share articles and images
- 30-day issue archive

## Recent user reviews (10 of 21)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/akron-beacon-journal-eedition/id849076494/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Adjusting to e-edition

*2023-01-01, version 36.13*

After a couple weeks, I have begun to look forward to reading my morning paper on my iPad. I enjoy the clarity of print, being able to enlarge certain articles for easier viewing. I also appreciate having access to the ABJ while on vacation or at our remote lake house. Only downside is the sudoku, crossword and wonder word have changed authors. Miss doing those daily challenges

### 2/5 — Parade magazine and Monday edition

*2022-11-21, version 36.13*

Good morning,

I’ve read the paper for years every morning. It was always a way to relax.  I looked forward to turning the pages and cutting out recipes or interesting articles. I now have to wonder if I hit the wrong button, or have trouble seeing and being able to read the ENTIRE page at once.  
For those of us with aging eyes, reading the paper on line is difficult .  In fact, it’s frustrating. On top of that, the price increase is getting to be so expensive, that a decision has to be made. Do we want to pay for something we no longer enjoy. 
Another issue, is that I wonder if putting things in alphabetical order is a thing of the past.  I even know that a press of a button can solve that. 
It’s sad to see how lax the world is becoming and a simple thing like reading the newspaper is no longer enjoyable.  What’s even sadder, is this e mail will not change anything.  I look at it as I was given the opportunity to answer your question, and NO I’m not satisfied in the way the newspaper is going.
I also hope, that no one lost their job, including delivery people, putting Monday’s edition on line. 
Thank you for your time,
A Stevenor

### 5/5 — E-version or Paper

*2022-11-08*

I didn’t think I would like reading the Akron Beacon Journal online. It is easier, it’s with me everywhere I go, and no dirty hands! I still like reading the hard copy paper sometimes on weekends, but it’s nice to have options  reading it.

### 5/5 — I love reading ABJ

*2022-11-01, version 36.13*

App is easily accessed and works smoothly. I still like reading a hard copy newspaper as the name implies: it is NEWS on PAPER! But I also understand the costs of printing and delivering. But there is a nostalgia about the printed word on paper, much the same as a book. BTW, I never read a book electronically!

### 5/5 — ABJ

*2022-10-13*

This is so easy to manage and read online. I am not missing having a missed delivery or loose paper around the house collecting. I can easily look back at previous issues too.  It is on all my devices for use.

### 5/5 — Local news reporting is the backbone to a healthy city

*2022-10-08, version 36.13*

Reading the paper front to back informs and challenges me to think for myself. Unbiased journalism is deeply important to local and regional areas. What is happening locally can reflect national news but also show a kinder side, when people are doing good things for their neighbors.

### 3/5 — Review of ABJ Daily Newspaper App

*2022-07-09, version 36.13*

The Akron Beacon Journal App is easy to use once you learn how to use it. I appreciate being able to look at an entire page, including the ads, and then honing in on one article to read. I also appreciate being able to look up different editions or days of the week online.  The search function to find current and previous articles is still weak. 

My husband and I read the paper together on our phones and computers in the morning, and discuss the news.  We both miss having a physical paper - which we found easier to peruse and share in person. 

 Unfortunately, the Beacon’s delivery problems with a short carrier staff meant we rarely received our daily paper.  We do miss the physical paper.

### 2/5 — Why I like the digital version of the newspaper

*2022-05-20*

The home delivery paper carrier is so unreliable that I often don’t get the paper on a daily basis. The digital version allows me to get the news when the newspaper carrier is so irratic.  
I have been a regular subscriber for over 50 years.  Also my kids carried the paper when they had to walk the routes. 
Delivery of the paper is not hard work. Just get some reliable workers!

### 5/5 — Great location news for Northeast OHIO

*2021-11-08*

The Akron Beacon Journal delivers the best version of news from around the Northeast Ohio region with expertise and experience and excellent balance with stories you wi t see from any other source. Definitely the best newspaper to depend on for NEWS!
Daniel M.
NEO reader

### 1/5 — Review of sports section .

*2021-09-22*

I don’t want to read the results of the Friday night high school football games  in my Sunday morning paper ! I don’t care about your change of dead line ,that was your choice not mine . I don’t enjoy searching the internet on Saturday morning trying to find the scores that should be in my morning paper . I thought I was subscribing to a “ Newspaper “ not a history paper .  You asked for my opinion, there you have it .

## Frequently asked questions about Akron Beacon Journal eEdition

### What is the Akron Beacon Journal eEdition app?

The Akron Beacon Journal eEdition app provides a digital replica of the daily newspaper. You can view every word, photo, and image exactly as it appears in the print edition, offering a familiar reading experience.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include viewing the print edition digitally, tapping articles to convert them to a readable text view, browsing pages with zoom functionality, rotating between landscape and portrait modes, and easily sharing articles or pictures via email or other platforms. It also includes access to the past 30 days of published issues.

### Is this app free to use?

Based on the provided information, the app is available for free. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or subscription costs associated with accessing the eEdition content.

### What kind of content can I find in the eEdition?

The eEdition contains all the content from the print version of the Akron Beacon Journal, including in-depth local reporting, photos, and images. It aims to replicate the full newspaper experience digitally.

### How do I access past issues?

The app includes archive access to every issue published in the past 30 days. This allows you to easily revisit previous editions of the newspaper directly within the application.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 36.13 — 2022-06-01

Bug fixes and performance enhancements.

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