# On This Day (What day is Today)

> Historical events, births, and deaths sourced from Wikipedia. (iPhone/iPad app by ENCELADUS TECHNOLOGIES, LTD..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/on-this-day-what-day-is-today/id1041240412 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [ENCELADUS TECHNOLOGIES, LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1038288591)
- Category: Reference, Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.3 · 10 MB
- Languages: English, Japanese
- Released: 2015-10-04
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/on-this-day-what-day-is-today/id1041240412/reviews.md

## What is On This Day (What day is Today)?

"On This Day" app's purpose is... 
The source of the information presented by the app is the "On This Day" section of Wikipedia 
User can tap any of the "Event", "Birth", or "Death" tabs to view the corresponding data. Selecting an item in the table takes the user to a detail scene where, aside from the initially presented information, reference/s regarding the entry can be found. Tapping on one of the reference opens up its entry in Wikipedia. 
Storing the data from the app is doable by using the share button (iOS default implementation) which then links the app to user's other note-taking application.

## Key features

- Daily historical events
- Notable births and deaths
- Wikipedia references
- Share to note-taking apps
- Categorized event tabs

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/on-this-day-what-day-is-today/id1041240412/reviews.md

### 4/5 — I have suggestions!

*2016-05-01*

Please add the ability to sort by year, so that we can get earlier stuff first or later if we prefer :D i love this app, i love learning about history too, please add the filtering and sorting stuff!

## Frequently asked questions about On This Day (What day is Today)

### What is the source of information for On This Day?

The information presented in On This Day is sourced directly from the 'On This Day' section of Wikipedia. This ensures a broad and well-researched collection of historical data.

### Can I access more details about an event in On This Day?

Yes, when you select an item, you can access a detail scene that includes references for the entry. Tapping on a reference will open its corresponding page in Wikipedia.

### How can I save information from On This Day?

You can use the share button, which utilizes the iOS default implementation, to link the app to your other note-taking applications. This allows you to easily store and organize the facts you find interesting.

### Does On This Day have ads?

No, On This Day does not contain advertisements. The app is completely ad-free, providing an uninterrupted user experience.

### What devices is On This Day compatible with?

On This Day is supported on iPhone and iPod devices. It is designed to run on these Apple mobile platforms.

### What is the age rating for On This Day?

On This Day has an age rating of 4+. This indicates that the content is generally suitable for children and adults alike.

### When was On This Day last updated?

The latest version of On This Day, 1.0.2, was last updated on October 4, 2015. The app was initially released on the same date.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0.2 — 2015-10-04

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

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