If you've been eager to sign up for Apple Podcast subscriptions, first announced at the Spring Loaded event in April, you'll have to wait a bit longer: Initially scheduled to launch in May, paid subscriptions in the Podcasts iOS app have been delayed until June. to make last minute changes. Apple announced the delay in an email to podcasters seen by 9to5Mac, but did not explain exactly why the launch would take place a month later, only that the company needed more time: "To ensure the best possible experience for creators and listeners." , Apple Podcast subscriptions and channels will now launch in June. We will communicate further updates on availability and best practices to help you get your subscriptions and channels ready, via this newsletter,” the email reportedly said. Separately, Apple also acknowledged issues some creators were having with the Apple Podcasts directory, resulting in slower show updates for listeners, and some podcast sources disappearing from search entirely, an issue that could affect third-party applications and clients that depend on iTunes. Store API for data, as 9to5Mac pointed out when the issue first surfaced in April. Apple also apparently acknowledged that fans weren't too happy with the redesign of the Apple Podcasts app released with iOS 14.5, and according to feedback, changes are coming to the app, starting with iOS. 14.6, which has just been released with more improvements. for the Library that will arrive in the coming weeks.