PressReader Operating system compatibility

PressReader requires newer operating system version than the standard Vega Mobile App.

These requirements are determined by the PressReader SDK integrated into the Vega Mobile App and can't be changed by Clarivate. PressReader supports the current operating system version and the two previous major versions, in accordance with Apple's and Google's platform support policies.

If PressReader is enabled:

  • Devices running supported operating system versions continue to receive app updates.

  • Devices running unsupported operating system versions remain on their current app version until the operating system is upgraded.

  • Users who haven't previously installed the app can't download the PressReader-enabled version from the app store if their device runs an unsupported operating system.

Clarivate can configure the Apple App Store and Google Play Store so that patrons who previously downloaded the app and use an unsupported operating system remain on their current app version instead of receiving an incompatible update.

Example

If the app is currently on version 2026.22 and the PressReader integration is requested, the app will be updated to version 2026.22.500:

  • Patrons using supported operating system versions receive 2026.22.500 and future app updates.

  • Patrons using unsupported operating system versions remain on version 2026.22 permanently.

  • If a future release such as 2026.23 is published, supported devices continue receiving updates while unsupported devices remain on 2026.22 until upgraded.

Before enabling PressReader, Clarivate recommends reviewing patron device and operating system usage to understand how many patrons may be affected.

Assess device and operating system usage

The Apple Developer account provides data on how patrons interact with the library’s app after they have installed it. This will help them understand what devices and the operating systems that are being used to help make the decision to integrate PressReader into the Solus Library App.

To use App Store Connect analytics to review the devices and operating system versions currently used by your app audience:

  1. Sign into the App Store Connect.

  2. Select Apps and select the app you want to review.

  3. Navigate to Analytics from the left-side menu.

  4. Select Metrics, and then select Active Devices.
    This metric is typically the most useful for understanding which devices and operating system versions are currently being used by your app's audience.

  5. Set the desired date range using the date picker in the top-right corner.

  6. To view usage by operating system version:

    1. Select Add Filter or Group By (depending on your App Store Connect view).

    2. Select Platform Version.

    3. Review the breakdown of devices by iOS/iPadOS version.

  7. To view usage by device type:

    1. Select Add Filter or Group By.

    2. Select Device.

    3. Review the breakdown by device type, such as iPhone and iPad.

  8. If needed, export the data using the download option available within the Analytics dashboard.