News-O-Matic: Reading for Kids

News-O-Matic: Reading for Kids

Daily Newspaper for Ages 6–14

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Version History of News

6.3.6

September 25, 2023

Bugs fixes

6.3.4

September 21, 2023

Bugs fixes

6.2.1

November 3, 2021

Addition of a new language: Mandarin (text and audio)

6.2

October 26, 2021

Addition of a new language: Mandarin (text and audio).

6.1.4

May 18, 2021

Bug fixes.

6.1.3

March 10, 2021

Bugs fixes.

6.1.2

February 19, 2021

Bug fixes.

6.1

October 15, 2020

Bug fixes.

6.0.0

August 17, 2020

News-O-Matic users can now access our archives. This makes 10,000+ additional safe and appropriate articles available!

5.9.9

August 7, 2020

News-O-Matic updated its servers to better deliver the news!

News In-App Purchases History

$19.99

News-O-Matic 3-4 for Home, Unlimited Access

News-O-Matic 3-4 for Home, Unlimited Access will give you permanent to News-O-Matic 3-4 for Home, Daily reading.

News Subscription Plans

News-O-Matic, Early Bird subscriptions

News-O-Matic, daily news for kids, publishes a new issue every Monday to Friday, 52 weeks a year. Each issue delivers the latest news, games, and more! If users subscribe before the expiration of the free trial, they can benefit from a discounted price.

$1.991 Month

News-O-Matic subscription

News-O-Matic, daily news for kids, publishes a new issue every Monday to Friday, 52 weeks a year. Each issue delivers the latest news, games, and more!

$3.991 Month
7 Days trial

News-O-Matic, Early Bird subscriptions

News-O-Matic, daily news for kids, publishes a new issue every Monday to Friday, 52 weeks a year. Each issue delivers the latest news, games, and more! If users subscribe before the expiration of the free trial, they can benefit from a discounted price.

$9.991 Year

News-O-Matic subscription

News-O-Matic, daily news for kids, publishes

$19.996 Months
14 Days trial

News-O-Matic subscription

News-O-Matic, daily news for kids, publishes a new issue every Monday to Friday, 52 weeks a year. Each issue delivers the latest news, games, and more!

$34.991 Year
1 Month trial

Price History of News

Description of News

News-O-Matic is the daily news app to inspire a love of nonfiction reading. 100+ new articles each month cover a range of high-interest topics for curious kids. Subjects include science, sports, world news, technology, arts, and entertainment. Reading current events empowers children to be critical thinkers, lifelong learners, and global citizens. Every story is written at multiple literacy levels for ages 6 to 14. News-O-Matic is always 100% ad-free. A child psychologist reviews each article to ensure emotionally safe and age-appropriate content. KEY FEATURES: • Complete translations by native speakers in English, Spanish, French, Arabic, and Mandarin • Full “Read to Me” story recordings in English, Spanish, French, Arabic, and Mandarin • Games, fun facts, and calls to action • Audio and kid-friendly definitions for challenging vocabulary • Interactive maps and an augmented reality (3D) globe • Chances to draw, ask questions, comment, and vote • Interviews with authors, scientists, and other experts • Citations to improve media literacy skills • Access to 10,000+ archived articles AWARDS: Teachers' Choice Award for the Classroom Winner, 2020 Digital Media Award North America Winner, 2018 – “Best Innovation to Engage Youth Audiences” Tech and Learning Award of Excellence, 2018 Parents' Picks Award Winner, 2018 World Young Reader Prize (Editorial) - World Association of Newspapers (WAN-IFRA) One of The Best News Sources for Kids “5 stars” - Common Sense Media kidSAFE® certified REVIEWS: “My son has finally been reading independently for the past two weeks. He looks forward to reading News-O-Matic every night!” – Melissa, mom of an 8-year-old "I love News-O-Matic! When I’m in school it’s my favorite thing to do. I even read it when I get home!" – Soyee, age 11 “The stories you write are amazing. It’s funny because I hate reading but yet I’m excited to see what you wrote." – Rae, age 8 “I have never come across a publication this effective in capturing the attention of the student and making them want to learn and understand more.” – LB, Elementary School Teacher “A terrific introduction to current events with unlimited potential for repeated use for kids” – Smart Apps For Kids “An ingenious app that condenses the daily news of the world and delivers it in perfectly kid-digestible form.” – Cool Mom Tech “It offers a window to the world and beyond.” – Parents’ Pick Awards SUBSCRIPTION OPTIONS: • Subscription options include per month, per six months, or per year. • A free trial begins at start of subscription. Easy to cancel at any time. • Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. • User can manage subscription & turn off auto-renewal by going to Account Settings after purchase. • No cancelation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. • Any unused portion of a free-trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription. FOR EDUCATORS: Schools and districts looking to buy News-O-Matic through Apple’s Volume Purchase Program should buy News-O-Matic: School 2020-21. For more information visit www.newsomatic.org or contact support@press4kids.com for help or questions. Terms of Use: https://www.newsomatic.org/terms-of-use/ Privacy Policy: https://www.newsomatic.org/privacy/
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News: FAQ

Does News support iPad devices?

Yes, the News app is compatible with iPads.

Who launched the app?

The app was developed by PRESS4KIDS INC.

What minimum version of iOS does News need?

The minimum iOS requirement for the app is 11.0 or higher.

What do users think of the News app?

Users have given News a middling rating of 4 out of 5.

What is the main genre of the News app?

Education Is The Primary Genre Of The News App.

What is the latest News version?

The current version of the News app is 6.3.6.

When was the most recent News update made available?

News’s most recent update was on September 28, 2024.

Do you know when News was first made available?

The app first launched on February 5, 2023.

What age rating is assigned to News?

Safe for children to use, no mature themes or inappropriate content.

Which languages does News support?

News currently features the following languages: American English, Arabic, French (France) and 1 more.

Is News part of the Apple Arcade gaming experience?

No, News is not on Apple Arcade.

Is News integrated with in-app purchases?

Yes, News seamlessly integrates in-app purchases for users.

Is News tailored for Apple Vision Pro compatibility?

Unfortunately, News is not tailored for compatibility with Apple Vision Pro.

Are users exposed to ads in News?

Yes, users are exposed to ads in News.

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Reviews of News

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  • Its decent 👍

    I like the app overall. The layout is easy to understand, and the news is fun to read (Yea, Im 13 and I enjoy reading it), but its a bit... laggy. It doesn't crash, but it takes a while to load, and sometimes the videos don't work (Not when a video isn't available, I can tell the difference). I mean no hate to the creators. I love reading the news. Its just a little laggy. :D
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  • Doesn't work

    It's been months that I've had these problems. The audio doesn't work (yes, I've checked the settings). This goes for both videos and the read to me. This is a big problem for us since my kid is only just starting to learn to read. Also, some of the games in the game section don't work. The articles are good, but these problems make the app practically useless. I'd like to get my money back.
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  • Great app, small bugs

    I love the articles this app has. However there are some bugs I would like fixed. Number one: sometimes when I’m reading an article the app restarts me at the top of the page at random times. Number two: on the home screen, the buttons at the bottom of the screen appear a bit off of my screen. Number three: this only happens rarely but sometimes the app Force quits. Overall great app and great articles. Loving the app. Using iPod touch, latest iOS.
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    Developer Response

    Dear Luke_Russo, thank you for your review, and glad to hear you're loving News-O-Matic! We are relaying your feedback about the bugs on iPod touch, and will be back to you with an answer. Best, The News-O-Matic team