# Mao Reader - 毛选研读 — Classic Texts, Notes and AI

> Classic Texts, Notes and AI (iPhone/iPad app by 洪吉 王.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mao-reader/id6770492168 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [洪吉 王](https://appshunter.io/developer/1888032826)
- Category: Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 776 MB
- Languages: American English, Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2026-06-09
- Data updated: 2026-09-09
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mao-reader/id6770492168/reviews.md

## What is Mao Reader?

Mao Reader is an interactive multimedia reading tool for focused study and research. It combines original Chinese texts, audio accompaniment, notes, and an AI study assistant in a calm reading environment.

The original source texts remain in Chinese. The app provides an English interface, Traditional Chinese interface, and English AI explanations for readers who want to explore the text, historical context, and key concepts.

KEY FEATURES

- Immersive reading
Read carefully typeset original texts with adjustable font size and dark mode.

- Audio accompaniment
Play recordings in the background, including from the Lock Screen, so you can keep learning while commuting, exercising, or resting.

- AI study assistant
Ask questions about historical background, philosophical ideas, and passages. The AI uses the surrounding text to provide explanations and study references. English conversations are supported.

- Highlights and notes
Highlight passages, add annotations, create note cards, and save them to your photo library for review or sharing.

- iCloud sync
Keep reading progress, study statistics, and notes synchronized across your Apple devices with iCloud.

- Learning history
Review study days and reading progress with activity heat maps and statistics.

ABOUT THIS APP
Mao Reader follows a simple, focused, and practical design. Content is organized from public sources for personal learning, research, and reference. The app contains no advertising and does not require an account.

DISCLAIMER
Mao Reader is a study aid. AI-generated content is provided by a third-party large language model for educational reference only. This app is not affiliated with any government organization or publisher.

For support, use the in-app feedback entry or email maoxuanapp@163.com.

AUTO-RENEWABLE SUBSCRIPTION
- Plan: Annual membership
- Period: One year
- Free trial: A one-week free trial may be available for the first subscription, where applicable.
- Payment: Payment is charged to your iTunes account after you confirm the purchase.
- Renewal: Your account is charged within 24 hours before the current period ends, and the subscription renews for another period.
- Cancellation: Turn off auto-renewal in your iTunes or Apple ID subscription settings at least 24 hours before the current period ends.
- Privacy Policy: https://my.feishu.cn/wiki/Ep09wM1ntiR6llkWbhmcnw2vnXd?from=from_copylink
- Terms of Use (EULA): https://my.feishu.cn/wiki/TjWhw0uRFiUCwXk40kIctDsRnPe?from=from_copylink

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 包年会员 | $3.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 研读永久版 | $7.99 | one-time |



## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.0.1 — 2026-08-13

Added English and Traditional Chinese interfaces, automatic device-language matching, and English AI conversations.

### 1.0 — 2026-06-09

No release notes.

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