On Monday, Spotify revealed that Apple has given the green light to a new app update, enabling iPhone users in the United States to purchase individual audiobooks directly from within the app. Furthermore, users will be able to view the prices of audiobooks and easily acquire additional listening hours beyond the initial 15 hours.

According to Spotify’s announcement, “This development removes obstacles for more users to explore their first or tenth audiobook, while also allowing publishers and authors to reach their fans and access new audiences with ease.”

This highly anticipated update comes on the heels of a recent court ruling in the United States that instructed Apple to cease charging fees on purchases made outside of the App Store.

The ability to buy audiobooks directly within the iOS app and view pricing information will be a significant improvement for users who previously had to purchase audiobooks on the web before accessing them within the app. Back in 2022, Spotify discontinued audiobook purchases due to Apple’s stringent rules surrounding in-app purchases. Now, users can purchase an audiobook with just a few taps on their iPhone.

In addition, iPhone users were previously required to visit the web to purchase more listening hours, also known as “top-ups.” With the latest update, they can now make these purchases directly within the app, with each top-up costing $13 for 10 additional hours.

Earlier this month, Spotify introduced the ability for iPhone users to purchase subscriptions outside of the App Store, as Apple approved an update that enabled access to pricing information and external payment links.