# Railnews > Rail industry news publication with digital issues and subscriptions. (iPhone/iPad app by Jellyfish Connect Limited.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/railnews/id643304684 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Jellyfish Connect Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/373521339) - Category: News, Magazines & Newspapers - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 10.0 · 12 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2013-06-08 - Data updated: 2026-08-13 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/railnews/id643304684/reviews.md ## What is Railnews? Railnews is the number one publication for the rail industry, focusing on the people and business that keep today’s railway running. Originally produced in 1963 as the house newspaper for British Rail, Railnews continues to inform and impress in the modern industry. As well as in-depth editorial, the newspaper features views and opinions from readers and industry insiders alike. ----------------------------- Paid for app downloads include one issue of the user's choice. Free app downloads do not include a free issue unless otherwise stated. The current issue, back issues and future issues can be purchased within the app. Subscriptions are also available within the application. When a recurring subscription is purchased the latest issue will become available to download immediately. Available subscriptions are: 6 months: £11.99 / US$16..99 (6 issues) 12 months: £19.99 / US$28.99 (12 issues) -The subscription will renew automatically unless cancelled more than 24 hours before the end of the current period. You will be charged for renewal within 24 hours of the end of the current period, for the same duration and at the current subscription rate for the product. -You may turn off the auto-renewal of subscriptions through your Account Settings, however you are not able to cancel the current subscription during its active period. -Payment will charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when a subscription to that publication is purchased. Bundles of single issues can be also be bought within the application. To use purchased credits, simply click on the issue price and select ‘use credit’. This allows you to purchase back issues at reduced prices. Users can register for/ login to a pocketmags account in-app. This will protect their issues in the case of a lost device and allow browsing of purchases on multiple platforms. Existing pocketmags users can retrieve their purchases by logging into their account. We recommend loading the app for the first time in a wi-fi area so that all issue data is retrieved. If your app will not load past the splash page after a first install or an update please click the settings cog, then click Settings then Refresh app data. If this also fails to work please delete and reinstall the app from the App Store Help and frequently asked questions be accessed in-app and on pocketmags. If you have any problems at all please do not hesitate to contact us: help@pocketmags.com -------------------- You can find our privacy policy here: http://www.pocketmags.com/privacy.aspx You can find our terms and conditions here: http://www.pocketmags.com/terms.aspx ## Key features - In-depth editorial content - Reader views and opinions - Purchase current and back issues - Subscription options available - Account registration for purchase protection - Cross-platform browsing of purchases ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Railnews Auto-Renewable Subscription | $26.99 | per year | | Railnews Auto-Renewable Subscription | $15.99 | per 6 months | **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Railnews August 2014 | $2.99 | one-time | | Dec-15 | $2.99 | one-time | | Nov-15 | $2.99 | one-time | | January 2016 (id:413528) | $2.99 | one-time | | February 2016 (id:413530) | $2.99 | one-time | | June 2016 (id:413538) | $2.99 | one-time | | October 2023 (id:727086) | $2.99 | one-time | | December 2023 (id:727082) | $2.99 | one-time | | January 2024 (pp:1040169) | $3.99 | one-time | | February 2024 (pp:1044371) | $2.99 | one-time | | March 2024 (pp:1044365) | $2.99 | one-time | | April 2024 (pp:1058416) | $2.99 | one-time | | May 2026 (pp:1142953) | $3.99 | one-time | | February 2026 (pp:1142931) | $3.99 | one-time | | January 2026 (pp:1141885) | $3.99 | one-time | | January 2025 (pp:1119962) | $2.99 | one-time | | May 2025 (pp:1119954) | $2.99 | one-time | | September 2024 (pp:1087442) | $2.99 | one-time | | August 2024 (pp:1087448) | $2.99 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (1 of 1) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/railnews/id643304684/reviews.md ### 1/5 — No good , poor service *2022-12-11* Bought through Itunes , new issues not downloaded and little service from developer. If you want to be last to hear then this is for you . ## Frequently asked questions about Railnews ### What is Railnews? Railnews is a publication focused on the rail industry, featuring in-depth editorial, reader opinions, and news about the people and business that keep railways running. It was originally produced in 1963 for British Rail. ### How can I access issues of Railnews? You can purchase individual current and back issues directly within the app. Subscriptions are also available, providing access to the latest issue immediately upon purchase. ### What subscription options are available for Railnews? Railnews offers a 6-month subscription for £11.99 / US$16.99 (6 issues) and a 12-month subscription for £19.99 / US$28.99 (12 issues). These subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled. ### Can I cancel my Railnews subscription? Yes, you can turn off auto-renewal through your Account Settings. However, you cannot cancel the current subscription during its active period. Cancellation must be done more than 24 hours before the end of the current period. ### How do I protect my purchased issues of Railnews? You can register for or log in to a pocketmags account within the app. This will protect your issues in case of a lost device and allow you to browse your purchases on multiple platforms. ### What devices is Railnews available on? Railnews is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. The app is rated for ages 4 and up. ### How often is Railnews updated? The app's last update was on July 6, 2018, with the latest version being 6.0.0. While the app itself is not frequently updated, new issues and content are available for purchase or via subscription. ### Does Railnews have ads? No, Railnews does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and monetizes through in-app purchases of single issues and subscriptions. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 6.0.0 — 2018-07-06 This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included. Improved reading experience iPhone X support Bug fixes and other improvements **We always love to hear your feedback. If you have any comments or queries please contact us at help@pocketmags.com** ### 4.9.97 — 2016-08-08 General bug fixes, performance and memory improvements New iPhone Layout Fix for issue download problem on iOS9 **We always love to hear your feedback. If you have any comments or queries please contact us at help@pocketmags.com** ### 4.9.86 — 2015-10-22 Fix for issue download problem on iOS9 New iPhone layout Bug fixes and performance improvements **Please note that once you update to iOS9 the Newsstand folder will turn into a standard app folder. You will now be able to move your magazine apps out of Newsstand, for example on to your homescreen.** ### 4.9.54 — 2014-06-11 -New iOS7 look and feel -New iPhone homepage and issue details -Restore purchases fix As always, if you have any problems at all, please contact us at info@pocketmags.com ### 4.9.26 — 2013-06-27 Updating from 4.9: - iPhone 5 optimization - Memory fix on larger issue downloads - Minor bug fixes and performance improvements Updating from 4.2: -Read whilst downloading (iPad 2, iPad Mini, New iPad, iPhone 4+) -Faster browsing -Performance and stability improvements -Improved design, navigation and layout -Intermittent lockup on App launch bug fix V4.9 apps are the first launch of our biggest update yet, we hope you like it as much as we do. 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User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-13.*