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Provides concise sports talking points and pop-culture angles for non-fans to engage in conversations. Offers TL;DR summaries, discussion starters, and links to original reporting. Designed to help users feel included without needing to follow sports closely.
✓Plain-English TL;DR summaries
✓Framed talking points for non-fans
✓Pop-culture angles and drama
✓Source links for original reporting
✓Conversation-starting questions
✓Contexts for different social situations
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What's New in Gist
1.1.2
July 28, 2026
Gist now lets you read your first free briefing before showing Pro. We also simplified onboarding, clarified the subscription choices, and refreshed the App Store presentation around what the app actually gives you: what happened, why it matters, and one thing to say.
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What is Gist used for?
Gist provides quick sports pop-culture talking points and TL;DR summaries for people who don't follow sports but want to join conversations. It helps users feel included by offering context and discussion starters.
Does Gist have ads?
No, Gist does not contain advertisements. The app is free to use with an optional subscription for premium features.
What are the subscription options for Gist?
Gist offers a subscription called Gist+ which unlocks all contexts and provides fresher briefings up to 3 times a day. It is available as a monthly ($4.99/P1M) or annual ($19.99/P1Y) plan, both with a 7-day free trial.
How do I cancel my Gist subscription?
Your subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your Apple ID settings.
What devices does Gist support?
Gist is currently supported on iPhone devices. The app was last updated on June 22, 2026, with version 1.0.4.
Is Gist suitable for children?
Gist has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for children. The app focuses on providing simple talking points and pop-culture angles for social interaction.
What kind of sports information does Gist provide?
Gist provides talking points, TL;DR summaries, and pop-culture angles related to sports events and drama. It does not provide scores, betting information, fantasy league details, or dense sports news feeds.
How often are Gist briefings updated?
The free version of Gist includes a daily national briefing. The Sideline Pro subscription unlocks fresher briefings up to 3 times a day.