2011 marks the 400th anniversary of the publication of the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible. To commemorate this milestone achievement, which made the Bible available in the common language of the people, throughout 2011, YouVersion will roll out events and opportunities that will help you more easily access, engage and share the Bible. The first of these events is that Bible App™ users will be able to download the New International Version (NIV) of the Bible. Made possible through a special partnership with Biblica and Zondervan, this offer will only be available for a limited time.
Beginning THIS SATURDAY, February 12, at 8:00 PM U.S. Eastern Time (GMT-5), and lasting for 400 hours, you’ll be able to download the NIV to your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Android device. When you download the NIV, that means you’ll be able to read it even when you can’t connect to your service provider or to the Internet. This special promotion will end on March 1, at 12:00 PM noon U.S. Eastern Time (GMT-5).
Downloading offline versions:
When the NIV becomes available on Saturday, here’s how you’ll be able to get yours:
iPhone/iPad/iPod touch:
Make sure you’re connected to the Internet or to your service provider. Then, from the Bible reader:
- Tap the top bar, where the current translation is presently displayed.
- All versions display in alphabetical order by language. Any translation with a download icon (a green box with a white arrow pointing downward) means it’s available as an offline version. Tap that version’s download icon.
- Follow the instructions and tap the large Download button.
Android:
Make sure you’re connected to the Internet or to your service provider. Then, from the Bible reader:
- Tap the box at the top right that displays the version short code.
- All available Bible versions display. Any translation with a download icon (an arrow pointing down) means it’s available as an offline version. Tap that version’s download icon.
- After a few moments, a different icon displays next to the short code, indicating your download is complete.
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