6.2.6
2024-03-09
- Read along: We've listened to your feedback and added the ability to follow the text as the article plays. Note, you cannot read the article without listening to the audio.
- Bug fixes.
6.2.5
2024-02-13
- Fixed a UI issue impacting the status bar on some iPhones
- Fixed a CarPlay crash
6.2.4
2024-01-03
- Fixed an issue with "More Details" on Article Card.
- Various other bug fixes.
- CarPlay updates: Playback speed adjustment, new menu options and bug fixes.
6.2.2
2023-11-07
- CarPlay updates: Playback speed adjustment, new menu options and bug fixes.
- Bug fixes: Various fixes to make the app more stable.
6.2.1
2023-09-14
- Added the ability to Set Preferences (publishers and categories) on the Home screen. Simply tap the arrow in the upper left to reveal Filters and Set Preferences.
6.2.0
2023-08-09
New in this version:
- Added Filters on the Home screen. You can now filter by content type (Articles or Series), date range and duration.
- Updated Queue design and logic, based on your feedback. Series are now single items in your Queue (instead of lists of articles).
- Fixed some bugs related to premium subscriptions.
6.1.1
2023-06-05
- Bug fixes
- Added article preview text, so that you can read what the article is about before hitting play. Just tap the "See details" button on any article card.
- Article and Series tags, so that you can get a better sense of what the article is about at a quick glance or click through to see more articles related to a tag. Look out for them on the article and Series cards.
- Access to Collections, organise your listening by adding Series and articles to your own ‘Collections’. Just tap on the three dot menu on the article or Series card and select the "Add to Collection" button to get started.
Coming soon:
- A filter button on the home screen, so that you can filter what you see by date range, length, type (article or Series), etc.
- A new revamped queue design and logic to make queue management easier.
- A new library layout, to make it easier to find Downloaded, Saved, and Listen History, etc.
- And a few more exciting updates.
6.1.0
2023-04-25
- Bug fixes.
- New 'For You' tab on the home screen tailors the articles and Series you see when you open the app based on your preferences and listen history. Note, Noa's editors can add items to this screen, so you'll still see Editor's Picks.
- New category tabs on the home screen make it easy to browse the categories you're following. You can change your preferences in the menu at any time.
- Combining articles and Series within categories (previously clicking into a category only showed related Series).
- Quick access to 'Latest' on the home screen. Articles will be ranked according to their dates.
- 'Queue' button added to the navigation bar for quick access.
- 'Publishers' and 'Categories' buttons were added to the navigation bar for quick access.
Coming soon:
- Addition of article preview text, so that you can read what the article is about before hitting play.
- Article tags, so that you can get a better sense of what the article is about at a quick glance or click through to see more articles related to a tag.
- A filter button on the home screen, so that you can filter what you see by date range, length, type (article or Series), etc.
- A new library layout, to make it easier to find Downloaded, Saved, and Listen History, etc.
- And a few more exciting updates.
6.0.0
2023-03-30
- New 'For You' tab on the home screen tailors the articles and Series you see when you open the app based on your preferences and listen history. Note, Noa's editors can add items to this screen, so you'll still see Editor's Picks.
- New category tabs on the home screen make it easy to browse the categories you're following. You can change your preferences in the menu at any time.
- Combining articles and Series within categories (previously clicking into a category only showed related Series).
- Quick access to 'Latest' on the home screen. Articles will be ranked according to their dates.
- 'Queue' button added to the navigation bar for quick access.
- 'Publishers' and 'Categories' buttons were added to the navigation bar for quick access.
Coming soon:
- Addition of article preview text, so that you can read what the article is about before hitting play.
- Article tags, so that you can get a better sense of what the article is about at a quick glance or click through to see more articles related to a tag.
- A filter button on the home screen, so that you can filter what you see by date range, length, type (article or Series), etc.
- A new library layout, to make it easier to find Downloaded, Saved, and Listen History, etc.
- And a few more exciting updates.
5.8.8
2022-09-10
Bug fixes and performance improvements.
5.8.7
2022-08-05
Bug fixes and performance improvements.
5.8.6
2022-07-28
Bug fixes and performance improvements.
5.8.5
2022-07-12
We’re constantly making changes to improve Noa. Keep your updates turned on to make sure you don’t miss a thing.
This release includes:
- Check if your employer pays – with this new feature, you can now quickly see if your employer already pays for Noa. This can save you from paying for individual membership if an enterprise plan is already available to you.
- Account deletion – it’s now easier than ever to request account deletion from the account menu of the app.
- Queue bug fixes – we’ve addressed the issue where the queue icon on the floating playbar didn’t always open the queue. We have also fixed a bug where the add to queue button was not working on certain article cards.
- CarPlay bug fixes – you can now resume articles that were previously playing on your mobile device, directly from CarPlay.
We love getting feedback from Noa listeners. You can use the Chat to Us feature in the app or send your feedback to feedback@noanews.ie, and who knows, the next app update could contain your desired feature.
5.8.4
2022-05-12
Bug fixes and improvements.
We love getting feedback from Noa listeners! You can use the Chat to Us feature in the app or send your feedback to feedback@noanews.ie, and who knows, the next app update could contain your desired feature.
5.8.3
2022-05-06
Introducing profiles & Collections:
- You are greeted with a much more precise and simplified home screen!
- You can access the directly from the playbar!
We love getting feedback from Noa listeners! You can use the Chat to Us feature in the app or send your feedback to feedback@noanews.ie, and who knows, the next app update could contain your desired feature.
5.8.2
2022-03-29
Introducing profiles & Collections:
- You can now create profiles, create your own content Collections and share them with your network.
- You can also follow those you know and check out their Collections!
We love getting feedback from Noa listeners! You can use the Chat to Us feature in the app or send your feedback to feedback@noanews.ie, and who knows, the next app update could contain your desired feature.
5.8.1
2022-01-13
Introducing the new Articles feed tabs. You can now filter articles based on your preferences!
This version contains the following updates:
- Minor updates to third party library functionality
We love getting feedback from Noa listeners! You can use the Chat to Us feature in the app or send your feedback to feedback@noanews.ie, and who knows, the next app update could contain your desired feature.
5.8.0
2022-01-04
Introducing the new Articles feed tabs. You can now filter articles based on your preferences!
This version contains the following updates:
- The new Articles feed tabs allow you to show articles based on publishers, categories and length of articles. Tap the Articles button on the bottom of your screen to try it out!
- Non-Premium listeners can now play a Series Preview for any Premium only Series. Downloads are also now restricted to Premium listeners only.
- Various other minor bug fixes and improvements.
We love getting feedback from Noa listeners! You can use the Chat to Us feature in the app or send your feedback to feedback@noanews.ie, and who knows, the next app update could contain your desired feature.
5.1.2
2021-01-06
Did you know that you can now listen to Fast Company on Noa?
This version contains the following updates:
- Fix for articles stuck in a loading state when streaming articles on a poor data connection
- Fix for article and Series progress not being saved when you tap new article
We love getting feedback from Noa listeners! You can send your feedback to feedback@noanews.ie, and who knows, the next app update could contain your desired feature.
5.1.1
2020-12-16
Did you know that you can now listen to Fast Company on Noa?
This version contains the following updates:
- Fix for some Premium users not being able to play Premium articles
- Fix for article listen progress not being saved when the app is backgrounded
- Fix for cancelled Premium users seeing the listen balance in the menu
We love getting feedback from Noa listeners! You can send your feedback to feedback@noanews.ie, and who knows, the next app update could contain your desired feature.
5.1.0
2020-11-24
Introducing Noa Widgets!
Noa Widgets are clever, they'll recommend publishers and categories to you based on your previous listening. Tap a widget's publisher or category image to open the publisher or category screen within the app. Finding the content that you want is easier with widgets, give them a try!
To access the Noa widgets: Hold down on the Noa app > Tap Edit Home Screen > Tap the plus icon at the top of the screen > Scroll to find Noa in the list of apps and tap Noa > Tap Add Widget. Note, widgets are only available on iOS 14.0 and above.
This version contains the following updates:
- Added a small, medium and large Widget
- Added "Want to know more?" button to article cards. Tap the button to listen to the article as part of a Series!
- Updated article card UI
- Updated subscription screen UI
- Updated popups to be shown using the popover presentation
- Added Intercom carousel deep link screen navigation
- Fix for crash when opening article menu
We love getting feedback from Noa listeners! You can send your feedback to feedback@noanews.ie, and who knows, the next app update could contain your desired feature.
5.0.4
2020-11-03
Did you know that you can listen to Harvard Business Review on Noa?
This version contains the following updates:
- Fix for rare crash when re-loading a Series
We love getting feedback from Noa listeners! You can send your feedback to feedback@noanews.ie, and who knows, the next app update could contain your desired feature.
5.0.3
2020-10-27
Introducing the new Menu! We've redesigned the menu to give it a new sleek and fresh look. Enjoy!
This version contains the following updates:
- Updated the menu options, buttons and text. Follow us on social media via the new menu social media buttons.
- Updated third party libraries
- Other minor bug fixes
Let us know what you think of this update! You can send your feedback to feedback@noanews.ie, and who knows, the next app update could contain your desired feature!
5.0.2
2020-10-18
Introducing the new Library! Whether it's downloaded Series or saved articles, you'll find it all in your personal Library.
This version contains the following updates:
- The Library screen has been totally re-designed with a new horizontal scrolling layout. Swipe through the library screens to discover what's there.
- Downloaded Series, Followed Series and Completed Series all appear under the Library's Series header
- Downloaded Articles, Saved Articles and Recently Played Articles all appear under the Library's Articles header
- Fixed articles not playing when trying to play an article for the first time in a session
- Fixed headphones play/pause button not working on certain devices
Let us know what you think of this update! You can send your feedback to feedback@noanews.ie, and who knows, the next app update could contain your desired feature!
5.0.0
2020-10-07
Finding content on Noa has never been easier with the the brand new Series screen and Quick Access navigation!
This version contains the following updates:
- The Series screen has been re-designed with a new navy theme, Top Pick section and Quick Access cards.
- Let our Editors do all the hard work - you'll be recommended a Series every day via the Top Pick Series.
- Navigate with ease by tapping a Quick Access card.
- You can now view all our partnering publishers by tapping the Publishers Quick Access card.
- Both the top and bottom navigation bars have been re-designed.
- The subscription screen now shows as a popover screen.
- The app has been trimmed down to reduce app size.
Let us know what you think of this update! You can send your feedback to feedback@noanews.ie, and who knows, the next app update could contain your desired feature!
4.9.2
2020-09-21
Did you know? You can now listen to the Times Literary Supplement on Noa!
This version contains the following updates:
- CarPlay updates and bug fixes
- Fix for lock screen and headphones play/pause buttons not resuming playback
- Minor UI update to Subscription screen
We love getting feedback from Noa listeners. You can send your feedback to feedback@noanews.ie, and who knows, the next app update could contain your desired feature!
4.9.1
2020-09-11
Did you know? You can now listen to the Times Literary Supplement on Noa!
This version contains the following updates:
- Submitting feedback and asking us questions is now easier than ever with the new live chat feature. Visit the menu and tap "Chat to us" to discover more.
- Updated the text font across the app, we hope you like it!
- Updated the subscription products and UI
- Fixed lag when scrolling the Series and articles screens
We love getting feedback from Noa listeners. You can send your feedback to feedback@noanews.ie, and who knows, the next app update could contain your desired feature!
4.9.0
2020-08-21
Did you know? You can now listen to the Times Literary Supplement on Noa!
This version contains the following updates:
- Multiple improvements to scrolling animations across the app. Scrolling Series and articles should now be smoother!
- Added hiding of the bottom navigation bar when opening the play screen and scrolling inside a Series.
- Various updates to third party libraries
- Minor bug fixes and refactoring
We love getting feedback from Noa listeners. You can send your feedback to feedback@noanews.ie, and who knows, the next app update could contain your desired feature!
4.8.1
2020-07-13
Introducing the Resume Series feature! Pick up where you left off by tapping the new Resume Series card at the top of the Series screen.
This version contains the following updates:
- Fix for empty Continue Listening section
- Fix for play screen automatically closing at the end of an article
- Fix for irregular crash when entering a Series
Did you know? You can now listen to the Times Literary Supplement on Noa!
We love getting feedback from Noa listeners. You can send your feedback to feedback@noanews.ie, and who knows, the next app update could contain your desired feature!
4.8.0
2020-06-26
Introducing the Resume Series feature! Pick up where you left off by tapping the new Resume Series card at the top of the Series screen.
This release contains the following updates:
- We've made it easier to resume listening to your most recent Series! Look for the Resume Listening Series at the top of the Series screen.
- Updated the articles UI within Series for a more clean and simple Series experience.
- Updated the article queue to play a related Series when you finish listening to your current Series.
- Added explainer popups for requesting the push notification and location services permission.
- Fix for the play/ pause button not working on Apple earphones.
- Fix for play bar not showing for new users.
- Fix for queue dragger dropping articles on the Queue screen.
- Fix for crash when swiping the play screen image.
- Lots of under the hood changes to the audio player for added efficiency.
Did you know? You can now listen to the Times Literary Supplement on Noa!
We love getting feedback from Noa listeners. You can send your feedback to feedback@noanews.ie, and who knows, the next app update could contain your desired feature!
4.7.2
2020-06-02
Introducing the listening Sleep Timer! Fall asleep with Noa by setting a sleep timer while you're listening. The sleep timer will automatically pause your audio after your specified sleep time.
This release contains the following updates:
- We've added a Sleep Timer. Visit the play screen to activate a sleep timer while listening to Noa.
- We've increased the range of audio playback speeds to 1.0x-2.5x, tap the Speed button on the play screen to change your audio speed.
- Tapping an article will now open the play screen as well as playing and pausing audio.
- Tapping a Series notification will now open the Series and start playing automatically
- Viewing Noa Premium subscriptions is now easier with the new Subscription page. Tap the Go Premium button to get 2 months free Noa Premium!
- Fix for crash when completing an article under certain circumstances.
- Fix for articles being skipped when pausing an advert from the lock-screen media player.
- Fix for play screen showing Loading... indefinitely when playing an advert.
- Fix for restoring a purchase
Did you know? You can now listen to MIT Technology Review on Noa. New articles added weekly.
We love getting feedback from Noa listeners. You can send your feedback to feedback@noanews.ie, and who knows, the next app update could contain your desired feature!
4.7.1
2020-05-11
Introducing Daily Streaks and Statistics. You can now track your daily listening streak and win a prize worth $25 when you hit day 10.
- Listen to an article every day to build your Daily Listening Streak.
- Compare your current and longest streaks.
- See how many articles and Series you've completed.
- Track how long you’ve listened for – this week, this month, all-time.
- Tap the daily streak icon in the header to visit the streaks and stats dashboard.
- Share your feedback with the 'Beta Feature' card at the top of the new dashboard. We're all ears!
Did you know? You can now listen to MIT Technology Review on Noa. New articles added weekly.
We love getting feedback from Noa listeners. You can send your feedback to feedback@noanews.ie, and who knows, the next app update could contain your desired feature!
4.6.10
2020-04-20
We love getting feedback from Noa listeners. You can send your feedback to feedback@noanews.ie, and who knows, the next app update could contain your desired feature!
This update brings you these bug fixes:
- Fix for not being able to remove articles from Saved Articles
- Fix for loading spinner always showing in Saved and Recent Articles
- Fix for CarPlay articles queue being in the incorrect order
- Fix for crash when swiping the play screen image
4.6.9
2020-04-09
We love getting feedback from Noa listeners. You can send your feedback to feedback@noanews.ie, and who knows, the next app update could contain your desired feature!
This update brings you these bug fixes:
- Fix for crash when opening the app
4.6.8
2020-04-08
We love getting feedback from Noa listeners. You can send your feedback to feedback@noanews.ie, and who knows, the next app update could contain your desired feature!
This update brings you these bug fixes:
- We've improved animations in Noa, making them smoother
- Fix for crash when opening Premium content popup
4.6.6
2020-04-06
We love getting feedback from Noa listeners. You can send your feedback to feedback@noanews.ie, and who knows, the next app update could contain your desired feature!
This update brings you these awesome updates and fixes:
- Update to Subscription screen UI
- Update to Premium article audio advert
- Fix for CarPlay Series sometimes not loading
- Fix for swipe to go back feature not working
- Fix for offline Downloaded Articles button not working
- Fix for Done button on Sign Up keyboard not working
- Fix for cancelled Premium users seeing the listen balance banner
4.6.1
2020-03-30
We love getting feedback from Noa listeners. You can send your feedback to feedback@noanews.ie, and who knows, the next app update could contain your desired feature!
This update brings you these awesome features:
- Navigating Noa Series is easier with the new swiping layout. While on the Series page swipe left or right to explore new Series categories!
- We've updated Noa Premium pricing. You can now get Noa Premium for 2 months without paying anything! Nice!
- What's more, all new Noa Premium subscribers will now receive free digital access to The Washington Post for 30 days. Even Nicer!
- Fixed bug with audio not playing for new users.
4.6.0
2020-03-13
We love getting feedback from Noa listeners. You can send your feedback to feedback@noanews.ie, and who knows, the next app update could contain your desired feature!
This update brings you these awesome features:
- We have totally redesigned Series by giving them cleaner look and added a Play Series button!
- We have included some changes to make it easier for new Noa listeners to see the value of Series.
4.5.0
2020-03-09
We love getting feedback from Noa listeners. You can send your feedback to feedback@noanews.ie, and who knows, the next app update could contain your desired feature!
This update brings you these awesome features:
- Updated Noa for CarPlay! You can now listen to your Downloaded Series from within the Noa CarPlay app.
- Freshened up the designs Noa's sign up screens with a new dark theme.
4.4.6
2020-02-24
We love getting feedback from Noa listeners. You can send your feedback to feedback@noanews.ie, and who knows, the next app update could contain your desired feature!
This update brings you these awesome features:
- At the request of Noa listeners, we've updated the audio speed range! You can now listen to articles at 0.5x, 0.75x, 1.0x, 1.25x, 1.5x, 1.75x, 2.0x, 2.25x.
- Making a FREE Noa account is now easier than before with our updated sign up screens.
- Giving us feedback is now easier than before with In App Rating.
- We've made some bug fixes around offline listening and navigation to improve your Noa experience.
4.4.3
2020-02-05
We've made some BIG changes to improve your Noa experience:
- Series have been redesigned
- Articles have been redesigned
- Navigation throughout the app has been improved
- We've sharpened the offline listening experience
- We've made multiple bug fixes to give a smoother feel to the app
4.4.2
2020-01-28
We've made some minor bug fixes to improve your Noa listening experience!
4.4.1
2019-12-11
CRASH FIX: Fixed an issue where the app would crash immediately on opening for some users.
4.3.1
2019-11-16
Fixed an issue that would cause the app to crash for some users while browsing.
4.3
2019-11-14
NOA IS NOW AVAILABLE ON IOS CAR PLAY | For the first time ever, quality audio-journalism enters the car with iOS CarPlay.
Listeners can stream human-narrated audio articles from the best publishers in the world, right from behind the wheel!
To access Noa on iOS CarPlay, simply download the app, plug-in and go! No setup required.
4.2
2019-11-11
We've improved the UI for easier navigation!
We've fixed an issue where the app would crash for some users.
4.1.2
2019-11-06
Minor bug fixes
4.1.1
2019-10-29
We fixed a crash that was happening randomly to some users.
4.1
2019-10-26
Fixed issue with Google and Facebook login.
4
2019-10-01
We now save your progress on all Series and Articles throughout the app so you can pick up wherever you left off.
My Library has been given a fresh UI update.
3.8
2019-09-18
UI Enhancements
3.7
2019-09-12
INTRODUCING: SERIES
The best way to keep up to date with the news
3.6
2019-08-27
UI Updates
3.5
2019-07-31
We updated the user interface
3.4
2019-07-18
Fixed issue where share, follow and download sometimes wouldn't work
3.3.2
2019-06-25
We fixed an issue that occurred when the app was launched without a network connection.
3.3.1
2019-06-20
We've brought Stories to the fore so that you can get from A-Z on any topic in minutes.
You can also download Stories and listen to them offline, wherever you are.
3.2
2019-06-07
Updated UI
3.1.1
2019-04-24
Fixed some bugs
3.1
2019-04-18
Added a number of UI/UX enhancements.
3.0.4
2019-04-10
Introducing Stories:
Stories help you become subject matter experts. Each Story will take you on a journey from beginning to end on a given topic. Most Stories will begin with a light 'In a Nutshell' article before delving into the very best articles from Noa’s publishers.
As you engage, we will help you track your completion with a blue progression bar and a percentage completion score. Challenge yourself by listening to one Story each week!
3.0.3
2019-03-11
Miscellaneous bug fixes
3.0.2
2019-03-06
Some bug fixes
3.0.1
2019-03-04
We fixed some bugs
3.0
2019-02-27
Introducing v3:
• Personalised Content
• Follow Playlists and view your collection in My Library
• Customisable Latest & Trending Feeds
• Search for Articles, Playlists, Publishers & Journalists
• Beautifully Designed
2.5
2018-12-19
UI enhancements and bug fixes.
2.4.1
2018-11-21
Improved authentication flow with enhanced UI
2.4
2018-11-04
'My Playlists' will allow you to pin your favourite content to the top of the Home view for quick and easy access.
2.3.2
2018-10-31
You can now jump back in and "Continue Listening" to your favourite topics.
2.3.1
2018-09-26
Expand your knowledge with our new curated playlists, filled with content from the best publishers in the world. From Emerging Markets and Immigration Today, to Artificial Intelligence and Inspirational Stories, you can stay informed with the topics that are most important to you.
2.3
2018-09-20
Expand your knowledge with our new curated playlists. From Crypto Crashes to Genetic Experiments, we have something to satisfy you!
2.1
2018-08-25
You can now take Noa with you on the plane or underground on the subway with Offline Listening!
2.0.1
2018-08-01
Minor bug fixes.
2.0
2018-07-31
UI overhaul.
Roaming, draggable play-bar.
Queue: Control what you play next.
Favourites: Remember your favourite articles.
In-App Subscriptions.
1.2.1
2018-06-19
Improved support for iPhone X.
Miscellaneous bug fixes.
1.2
2017-10-07
Welcome to v1.1.5 of the NOA app.
In this release we’ve improved app performance, moved the “Forgot Password” link to the sign in page, and made it easier for you to create your free NOA account straight from within the app.
--- We'd like to hear from you ---
Let us know how we can keep improving the NOA app by sharing your thoughts at apps.feedback@newsoveraudio.com or @NewsOverAudio.
Happy listening
1.1.4
2017-08-07
Miscellaneous bug fixes.
256
2017-06-24
Welcome to v1.1.3 of the NOA app - bringing you the day's best stories from The Financial Times, Bloomberg, The Independent, and The Irish Times over audio from early morning.
Your feedback made us aware of an issue that resulted in the next article in the queue not automatically playing in certain use cases. This issue was an inconvenience, but thankfully it's no more. Now you can listen back-to-back uninterrupted.
We value your feedback so if you have something to share, email us at apps.feedback@newsoveraudio.com. And if you're enjoying listening to NOA, please rate us and leave a review in the App Store. Thanks.
1.1.2
2017-06-09
Welcome to v1.1.2 of the NOA app - bringing you a selection of the very best stories from The Financial Times, The Irish Times, The Independent, and soon Bloomberg over audio.
We've listened to your feedback and have improved streaming performance on mobile data and added a forgot password link within the apps menu bar.
What was released in previous versions?
--My Playlist (simply tap the + or - buttons to add or remove articles).
--Listen offline (all articles in your playlist are available offline).
--Play/Pause (tap the button in the bottom left corner for quick access to the Play Screen).
--Ability to register your email address within the app for unlimited access.
--Search, Recently Played, and Playback Speed Adjustment all within the menu bar
We value your feedback so if you have something to share email us at apps.feedback@newsoveraudio.com. If you're enjoying listening to NOA, please leave us a rating and a review in the App Store.
1.1.1
2017-05-09
•You can now Register on smaller screen iPhone devices
•Bug fixes and performance improvements
1.1
2017-05-02
Miscellaneous bug fixes and improvements
1.0.2
2016-08-16
Miscellaneous bug fixes.
1.0.1
2016-07-20
Added support for HTTPS URLs.
Added support for shared links.
Updated empty playlist artwork.