The Irish Times has launched a new version of its app.

The new app has added a range of new sections to the existing news sections, including The Irish Times’s signature coverage of the arts and books, lifestyle and food and drink, health and property.

Editor Kevin O’Sullivan said: “We think this app does a better job of showcasing our journalism. While news remains the mainstay of the app, new sections will help readers find what they need faster.”

Readers can now comment on stories through the app, as well as being able to save articles for offline reading.

“In response to the changing needs of our readers, we’ve added video and podcasts and we’ve improved the display of our award-winning photography. We’ve combined all of this in a clean, easy-to-follow layout, with options on the display of story lists,” Mr O’Sullivan said.