Customer Ratings & Reviews

Recently, I decided to dive into the world of digital news and magazines through the Apple News+ service, which, to my delight, popped up as a perk for my My Best Buy Total membership. This little gem of an offer caught my eye during a routine browse through the Best Buy deals. **The Details Unpacked** The deal on the table was a tantalizing three-month free trial of Apple News+, a service I'd eyed before but never committed to. It's designed exclusively for My Best Buy Plus and My Best Buy Total members, which adds a nice touch of exclusivity. The hook? It's open to both newbies to the service and those who've wandered away and might be coaxed back into the fold. **Redemption - A Breeze or a Battle?** Now, onto the part that often turns deal sweeteners sour: the redemption process. Here's where Best Buy shines. I was braced for a maze of terms and a hunt for hidden 'Redeem' buttons, but instead, I found myself smoothly sailing through the process. A few clicks and I was in, no fuss, no muss, no need to enter payment details upfront, which is always a bonus. It felt like Best Buy had done their homework, making sure that the path from offer to activation was as straightforward as a morning stroll. **Diving Into the Content Pool** Once I was in, it was time to explore the content territory of Apple News+. The sheer volume of magazines and newspapers was like walking into a virtual newsstand with an unlimited pass. From niche publications to the heavy hitters, there was no shortage of reading material. The glossy pages of high-end magazines translated beautifully onto my iPad, and the investigative pieces from various newspapers kept me hooked. But it wasn't just the quantity that impressed me; the quality was top-notch, with well-curated articles that spanned a breadth of interests. **User Experience** Swiping, Tapping, and Enjoying Navigating Apple News+ was a bit like learning to drive in a fancy new car – it takes a minute to find all the buttons, but once you do, it's a smooth ride. The user interface was intuitive after a brief adjustment period. Swiping through articles felt natural, and the option to download issues to read offline was a godsend for my subway commutes. Occasionally, though, the app seemed to hiccup when switching between magazines, which I chalked up to my impatient tapping. **Performance Peeks and Valleys** In terms of performance, Apple News+ mostly delivered a seamless reading experience. The majority of the time, articles loaded with the speed of a barista at my favorite coffee shop – quick and efficient. But, I did hit a few snags with loading times when my Wi-Fi decided to play hide and seek. That said, these moments were rare and did little to dampen the overall experience. No major crashes or glitches to report, which meant more time spent enjoying content and less time troubleshooting. **The Comparison Conundrum** Alright, so let's pit Apple News+ against its contenders. Having juggled between a couple of news services, I found that Apple News+ holds its own with a robust selection. It's like having a personal newsfeed that caters to both the eclectic reader in me and my sudden cravings for in-depth political analysis. The layout is cleaner than my Saturday laundry, making the reading experience more pleasurable than some other apps that feel like they're stuck in a perpetual loading limbo. **My Two Cents on Value for Best Buy Members** For the penny pinchers and deal hunters among the My Best Buy members, this Apple News+ offer is a steal. It's a no-brainer, really if you're already in the club, why not take the free read for a spin? It sweetens the membership pot and gives you a taste of something that might just become your morning coffee companion. **Wrapping It Up** To tie it all up, would I keep Apple News+ as a constant in my digital diet post-freebie period? Quite possibly, yes. The transition from a free trial to a paid subscription seems worth the dough if you're keen on a vast array of quality reads at your fingertips. It's a solid recommendation for those who love to stay in the know without the clutter of a million individual subscriptions. **My Personal Rating** If I were to slap a rating on this offer, it'd be a hearty 4.5 out of 5. It's not perfect — few things are — but it's a darn good addition to any Best Buy membership. And hey, you can't beat free, right?

I really like Apple news, how are the pricing for it is atrocious. You get the exact same thing for free from Google News. It’s constantly recommending articles that are behind pay walls and there’s no way to turn that off

I like all the magazines that are available. Only problem is if you are a subscriber this benefit is useless.

The selections available are simply outstanding, a wide range of topics, varying sides for news, interests to please even the harshest critics and diverse for all ages and genders.

Love that there are so many publications to access. I started on trial and plan to keep it. Read and learn.

Apple news is handy aggregator yet annoying still has ads even in full version hence knocking off a star. Otherwise its great to be able to read any article in the whole app which is taking some time to get used to!

It has a decent layout that you get used to overtime in order to naviagte different news outlets but i wish they offered more news for the monthly price.

I love being able to access a wide variety of newspapers, magazines, and other publications that you can tailor for your own interests. I find that I spend a lot more time keeping up with news or reading about fascinating topics when I have Apple News+. I'm currently taking advantage of a free 3 mo. subscription and will have to decide soon if I want to pay the monthly subscription price. I'll probably do it.

I always wanted the Apple News. None of my Apple plans included news. I got to try it free for 2 months because of my Best Buy membership. I’m so glad I did! I’ll spring for the $12 Apple News now that I’ve been able to enjoy and experience it for free. I never would have decided to make this purchase if I hadn’t been given this 2 month trial because of my Best Buy membership!

Took awhile to figure out how to order this online, but we got it. Nice that Best Buy offers this subscription with total tech.

Great product with access to many outlets. Highly customizable. Would be 5 star if not for the high monthly price.

It is definitely awesome to be informed of what’s happening out there with the most up to date news you can have

Feels like another way for apple to grab cash. The free trial was cool but i would never pay for this service

Great access to virtually all the mainstream publications and everything is curated based on the news headlines you tend to view. Let’s say you are interested in the latest airplane stories a new section appears or start reading about the next Windows OS, it’s unbiased be it Apple, MS, whatever you’re into.

Good News feed, with options to tailor your interest. Free for 3 months is a great price.

You get access to a lot of magazines and news articles which is nice.

Great source of current news. Content is far reaching according to readers’ interest.

Great product at very reasonable prices, wonderful designs

Love Apple News.. you get access to a lot of information and magazines. I enjoy the 3 months free but, ultimately I think the price is too high for a subscription .

I enjoy Apple News, Having a 4 month trial helped me decide if worth paying for it.