# The Hamilton Spectator ePaper

> Digital replica of The Hamilton Spectator newspaper with enhanced features. (iPhone/iPad app by Metroland Media Group Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-hamilton-spectator-epaper/id1051537932 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Metroland Media Group Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/444563751)
- Category: News
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 32 App Store ratings · 26 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 43 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-11-03
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-hamilton-spectator-epaper/id1051537932/reviews.md

## What is The Hamilton Spectator ePaper?

With The Hamilton Spectator ePaper, you can read The Spec online in its true printed format from anywhere in the world. Along with the newspaper-like feel of flipping through pages and sections, you can also use electronic enhancements such as keyword search, or access editions of the newspaper from up to 6 months prior. Plus, the ePaper edition is social; you can share articles, from a trusted source, with friends and colleagues via Facebook, Twitter, and email.

With The Hamilton Spectator ePaper, you can:
• Access 6 MONTHS of back issues of The Spec
• SHARE stories via email and social media
• LISTEN to stories
• TRANSLATE stories into 17 different languages

Questions? Email us - epaper@thespec.com
Terms of Use: http://notices.torstar.com/main_terms_of_use_daily_and_community_brands_EN/

## Key features

- Read in printed format
- Keyword search
- Access 6 months of back issues
- Share articles via social media/email
- Listen to stories
- Translate stories into 17 languages

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| The Hamilton Spectator E-Edition | $6.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| The Hamilton Spectator Single Issue | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 26)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-hamilton-spectator-epaper/id1051537932/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Online

*2026-04-08, version 7.5*

The online version is terrible. Avoid!

### 5/5 — The Spec ePaper

*2026-03-21, version 7.5*

My wife and I have subscribed to the electronic version of the Spectator for years now. Since moving to Florida three years ago, we have continued to enjoy reading the paper daily and keeping up with what is going on in the city and around the globe. 

Kindest regards,
Brian Dekleine

### 2/5 — App is useless with iOS

*2025-03-19, version 6.5*

I created an account to “log in using Apple” but I cannot sign into the app this way, it only allows via email & password. Please fix this, the website is trash on mobile.

### 1/5 — Just let me read the paper - baffled by horrible app

*2024-11-05, version 6.5*

I can’t tell you how broken this app is, it’s beyond useless. I was hoping to start reading the paper again, I can’t it won’t let me even though I’m a paying customer! This app keeps asking me to sign in and then tells me my info is wrong! Extremely frustrating! I just want to read the paper, why do I have to create 2 separate accounts to read the paper! I will not renew my subscription. You have lost me completely, way too complicated of a process, especially in 2024 I just want to read the paper!

### 5/5 — Intuitive app and informative paper

*2022-05-14, version 4.11.8*

The Spec is the source for quality information  in Hamilton and area.  The app makes reading the morning paper easy after giving up paper.

### 5/5 — Online Spectator

*2022-03-18, version 4.11.8*

We enjoy reading the online Spectator.  It is accessible wherever we are and no wasted paper to fill the landfill.  It helps us to stay up to date with current news.

### 4/5 — Spec e-app

*2022-02-26, version 4.11.8*

I love reading the Spectator.  Sadly, the e-app is not downloading the latest version on my iPad.  I can only read it on my phone.

### 5/5 — Perfect for iPads

*2021-11-16, version 4.11.8*

After being driven insane trying to read the paper from Spec.com on my ipad ( zooming pages back &forth, bouncing around ,etc,) this app fills your screen perfectly and you can easily go page to page like reading the paper with the convenience of electronic delivery.

### 1/5 — Free

*2021-04-22, version 4.11.8*

Why is this not free anymore I can’t put advertisements have to pay for it

### 5/5 — Excellent!

*2021-01-13, version 4.11.8*

Excellent app! Almost as good as reading the newspaper in your hands.

## Frequently asked questions about The Hamilton Spectator ePaper

### What is The Hamilton Spectator ePaper?

The Hamilton Spectator ePaper is a digital version of the printed newspaper that allows you to read it online in its original format from anywhere in the world. It offers features like keyword search, access to past editions, and the ability to share articles.

### What are the key features of the ePaper?

Key features include reading the newspaper in its true printed format, accessing up to 6 months of back issues, sharing articles via email and social media, listening to stories, and translating stories into 17 different languages.

### How much does The Hamilton Spectator ePaper cost?

The provided data indicates the app has in-app purchases and ads, suggesting it is free to download and use with potential costs for premium features or content. For specific pricing details, users should check within the app or the app store listing.

### Can I read past editions of The Hamilton Spectator?

Yes, the ePaper allows you to access editions of the newspaper from up to 6 months prior. This feature enables you to catch up on news you may have missed or revisit older articles.

### How can I share articles from the ePaper?

You can easily share articles from the ePaper edition with friends and colleagues. The app supports sharing via email, Facebook, and Twitter, making it simple to distribute trusted news content.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 7.5 — 2025-06-02

Light and dark mode
Link to puzzles

### 6.5 — 2023-01-20

Enhanced reading experience

### 4.11.8 — 2020-04-06

Fixed two labels overlapping on reading view top right bar button item menu
Small design updates

### 4.10 — 2019-07-11

New icons
Added support for custom styling with brand color
Fixed a few issues on iPhone/iPhone SE landscape mode in setting, order calendar view
Adjusted code related to opening device setting in order to prevent app review rejection due to use of private scheme 
Fixed an issue where related titles did not display for some cases with related titles more than 20 items 
Added support for password reset email request via PR service 
Fixed an issue on non-SmartFlow text view where tapping on an image scrolls the screen to the top on iPhone 
Fixed an issue with hanging 'Optimizing...' label when authorization fails opened in reading view
Included fix for 5 most common crashes 
Adjusted UI handling for better landscape support on various views

### 4.8.3 — 2016-07-18

Speed improvements - Read preloaded pages while your download is in progress.

Optimization enhancements - load only those parts of the app that are needed for your iDevice.

New Design Concept (for users upgrading from 3.x to 4.8x).
- Improved user experience of clicking on a publication's thumbnail to open the order screen 
- Supports 3D touch shortcut for Online/Catalog view if online view is available 
- Free titles notification

Fixes:
- Newspaper Radio freezing issues resolved
- Device rotation problems resolved
- App menu navigation problems resolved
- Download button unresponsive in certain conditions problems resolved
- Highlight problem on radio/listen page resolved
- Black box appears on some articles problem resolved
- Memory leak with menu icons alignment causing crashes is resolved

Fine Tuning:
- SmartFlow adjusted to display correct picture to articles 
- Corrected display of page numbers when title is loading in spread view
- Can start/stop downloading midstream and final download is not corrupted
- Accounts page displays account information for single account
- Images made sharper during pre-load stage

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