Almanac · Daily Facts & Widget
Trivia, Lock Screen Knowledge
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This app delivers bite-sized knowledge directly to your Lock and Home Screens. Learn facts, history, vocabulary, and more through customizable widgets that refresh throughout the day without needing to open the app.
What's New in Almanac · Daily Facts & Widget
1.0.8
October 23, 2026
New: a Live Activity keeps your current card on the Lock Screen and in the Dynamic Island (iOS 17 and later). Almanac now speaks 36 languages. This update adds 13 more: Greek, Filipino, Hindi, Hungarian, Malay, Romanian, Thai, Ukrainian, Bengali, Catalan, Croatian, Slovak and Persian. Pick yours in Control Center → Appearance, regardless of your device's language; your widgets and daily reminders follow suit. Also new: refreshed daily reminders, and better text spacing in Hindi and Thai.
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FAQ
What is Almanac?
Almanac is a widget app that provides daily facts, trivia, vocabulary, and historical events directly to your iPhone's Lock Screen and Home Screen. It aims to make learning passive and integrated into your daily routine.
How does Almanac work?
You add Almanac widgets to your Lock or Home Screen, select your preferred knowledge categories, and set a refresh interval. New facts will then appear on your screen at your chosen frequency.
What kind of content does Almanac offer?
Almanac offers a wide range of content including random facts, today in history, vocabulary words with definitions, science, culture, inventions, psychology, and space facts across 20 curated categories.
Can I customize the Almanac widgets?
Yes, you can customize the widget style with different themes and fonts, and set flexible refresh intervals ranging from 15 minutes to 12 hours to suit your learning pace.
Does Almanac require an account?
No, Almanac is designed for distraction-free learning and does not require an account to use its core features. You can start learning immediately after adding the widgets.
What is the pricing for Almanac?
Almanac is free to download and use. It offers an optional subscription plan called 'Almanac Access' for $14.99 per year, which includes a 3-day free trial.
What devices is Almanac available on?
Almanac is available on iPhone and iPad devices, making it accessible for users across Apple's mobile ecosystem.
How often is Almanac updated?
The latest version of Almanac, 1.0.5, was last updated on July 10, 2026. This indicates regular updates to improve functionality and content.
