# The Oban & West Highland Times

> Digital news coverage of Scotland's West Highlands and Islands. (iPhone/iPad app by Wyvex Media Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-oban-and-west-highland-times/id1066258962 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Wyvex Media Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1065532828)
- Category: News, Magazines & Newspapers
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.2 · 87 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-12-16
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-oban-and-west-highland-times/id1066258962/reviews.md

## What is The Oban & West Highland Times?

Now available in digital format, The Oban Times has been bringing its readers all of the most up to date  coverage of the West Highlands and Islands of Scotland for over 150 years. Reporting issues from the Mull of Kintyre to Kyle of Lochalsh on the mainland, to the Inner and Outer Hebridean Islands with Argyll and Lochaber at its heartlands.

This digital version of The Highlanders’ Bible, as The Oban Times has been affectionately known, provides a contemporary and accessible platform for all to enjoy. Allowing those living in, and those who have moved away from the area, to stay informed, through comprehensive coverage, about their home towns and villages and their friends and family.

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This is a free app download. Within the app users can purchase the current issue and back issues.

Subscriptions are also available within the application. A subscription will start from the latest regular issue at the time of purchase.

-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 be 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.
-If a subscription offers a free trial, at the end of the trial period, you will be charged the full price of the subscription. You may cancel a subscription during its free trial period via the subscription settings on your iTunes account. This must be done 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged.

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 delete and reinstall the app from the App Store

Help and frequently asked questions can be accessed in-app and on pocketmags.

If you have any problems at all please do not hesitate to contact us: help@pocketmags.com

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## Key features

- Local news coverage
- Digital format
- Historical archives
- In-app purchases
- Subscription options
- Cross-platform access

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Oban Times Auto Renewable Subscription | $42.99 | per year |
| Oban Times Auto Renewable Subscription | $23.99 | per 6 months |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10th March 2016 (id:415473) | $0.99 | one-time |
| 17th March 2016 (id:415475) | $0.99 | one-time |
| 24th March 2016 (id:415476) | $0.99 | one-time |
| 15th September ... (id:415503) | $0.99 | one-time |
| 19th January 2017 (id:432329) | $0.99 | one-time |
| 26th January 2016 (id:432331) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Thursday, Octo... (pp:1014049) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Thursday, Nove... (pp:1014019) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Thursday, Sept... (pp:1132462) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Thursday, Janu... (pp:1132392) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Thursday, Janu... (pp:1114598) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Thursday, Augu... (pp:1114586) | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-oban-and-west-highland-times/id1066258962/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great!

*2016-02-03*

The iPad app version is so much easier to use than the desktop version. Very straightforward to navigate the issue and images display clearly.

## Frequently asked questions about The Oban & West Highland Times

### Does The Oban & West Highland Times have ads?

Yes, The Oban & West Highland Times contains advertisements. As a free app download, ads help support its continued publication and availability.

### How much does a subscription to The Oban & West Highland Times cost?

Subscription plans include a 6-month auto-renewable subscription for $23.99 and a 1-year auto-renewable subscription for $42.99. These prices are subject to change and may vary based on your region.

### Can I cancel my subscription to The Oban & West Highland Times?

Yes, you can cancel your subscription by turning off auto-renewal through your Account Settings. However, you cannot cancel the current subscription during its active period. Cancellations must be made more than 24 hours before the end of the current period to avoid charges.

### What devices support The Oban & West Highland Times?

The Oban & West Highland Times is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to provide a seamless reading experience across Apple's mobile platforms.

### How often is The Oban & West Highland Times updated?

The app was last updated on December 21, 2023, indicating regular updates to ensure content is current and the application functions smoothly. Users are advised to reinstall if the app does not load past the splash page.

### Is The Oban & West Highland Times suitable for children?

The Oban & West Highland Times has an age rating of 4+. This suggests it is generally suitable for younger audiences, though parental discretion is advised for news content.

### What happens if I lose my device with The Oban & West Highland Times?

Users can register for or log in to a pocketmags account within the app. This account will protect your purchased issues and allow you to browse them on multiple platforms, ensuring you don't lose access if you lose your device.

### Can I read The Oban & West Highland Times offline?

While the app itself is free to download, it is recommended to load the app for the first time in a Wi-Fi area so that all issue data is retrieved. This suggests that purchased issues can be accessed offline after initial download.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 7.2.9 — 2023-12-21

New and improved app homepage
New subscription page
My Account controls
Numerous bug fixes and improvements

We're here to help! Please contact help@pocketmags.com with any questions or feedback.

### 6.0.0 — 2018-05-22

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

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**

### 4.9.99 — 2016-09-29

General bug fixes, performance and memory 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 — 2016-07-26

General bug fixes, performance and memory improvements

**We always love to hear your feedback. If you have any comments or queries please contact us at help@pocketmags.com**

### 4.9.94 — 2016-04-12

General bug fixes, performance and memory improvements

(If updating from v4.9.86 or lower:

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**

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