Paul
It's difficult to review the app without commenting on the show's content, so let me get that part out of the way. Democracy Now is, hands down, the best news daily going. Free from corporate influence, relying on grass roots support, they don't have to march to "big money's" drum and come across as the best place for journalists to employ their education and skill with integrity.
The app is perhaps the latest development in making their message accessible, but there's still room for improvement. It's tremendously convenient to access the show simply by clicking on an icon. However, if the viewer has limited access to wifi, it's content is not apparently stored to be obtained without using data minutes. Some of us are privileged, and thankful, for the donations of others to maintain the show's quality and integrity, yet do not have the resources to purchase a smart phone with data minutes. It would work better for us if the app allowed us to store content when within wifi range so we could view it later. Also, the app is geared for smartphone use, but I rely on my iPad. It would work better for me if there was a companion iPad app to make landscape viewing and entry more convenient. Moreover, I've found that some days allow live access to the show through the app but not others. Lastly, the "contact" link sometimes is insufficient in allowing my iPad to move away from and comeback to the entry screen.
The app is perhaps the latest development in making their message accessible, but there's still room for improvement. It's tremendously convenient to access the show simply by clicking on an icon. However, if the viewer has limited access to wifi, it's content is not apparently stored to be obtained without using data minutes. Some of us are privileged, and thankful, for the donations of others to maintain the show's quality and integrity, yet do not have the resources to purchase a smart phone with data minutes. It would work better for us if the app allowed us to store content when within wifi range so we could view it later. Also, the app is geared for smartphone use, but I rely on my iPad. It would work better for me if there was a companion iPad app to make landscape viewing and entry more convenient. Moreover, I've found that some days allow live access to the show through the app but not others. Lastly, the "contact" link sometimes is insufficient in allowing my iPad to move away from and comeback to the entry screen.
Show less
The very best and most honest news source
Yes it is leftie and I am too so I love receiving the kind of coverage that is in depth and honest. Thank you all for your hard work and especially for your courage! Oh by the way, the app works great for me!
Love DN! Can you add Chromecast?
I am a sustainer for DN so I cannot say enough good things about their coverage of grassroots and social justice movements. I would like to know how to watch DN on my TV by mirroring from my IPhone. I just bought Chromecast from Google but it is not supported in this App. Thanks for any help.
Thank goodness for this app
Excellent coverage of news that's hard to find elsewhere. App is a great way to stay caught up, especially if you can't watch/listen to the whole episode each day. Keep up the good work.
Look no further
I've deleted the BBC app, and replaced it with Democracy Now.
Brilliant, Honest & Fresh Journalism!
This app highly compliments the daily news program on Mind TV. I highly recommend this app as the #1 news source for socially responsible, free-thinking and/or liberal Americans across out nation & abroad. Remember to donate what you can to the Democracy Now! team as often as you can, or consider making an ongoing monthly donation. It's more important now than ever as we fight to keep our nation for the people by its people!
Show less
Excellent access to daily news.
DemocracyNow is certainly a beacon of light amid a vast interconnected network of corporate-controlled media outlets.
This app gives free and easy access to truly thoughtful journalism, airing every day with a genuine concern for peace, justice, equality, democracy, human rights, and speaking out about abuses of power when other news organizations keep quiet.
I recommend this app, and DemocracyNow, to everyone keen to be informed.
This app gives free and easy access to truly thoughtful journalism, airing every day with a genuine concern for peace, justice, equality, democracy, human rights, and speaking out about abuses of power when other news organizations keep quiet.
I recommend this app, and DemocracyNow, to everyone keen to be informed.
Show less
Outstanding news & analysis
Solid software, however the content is the real appeal. This non-profit NGO is an oasis in a vast desert of comercial "infotainment" media outlets. Courageous journalism and voices seldom heard in the "for profit" endeavors. Alternative, independent journalism at its best. More diverse and insightful than even NPR or PBS. Worthy of high praise and financial support.
Show less
Democracy Now- Outstanding News Source
Democracy Now covers the real news that the mainstream entertainment news channels won't. Real news isn't as flashy but it's the truth that is necessary for an informed electorate to understand where we are and decide what kind of nation we will be.
PS- The app is great & has a built in search function.
PS- The app is great & has a built in search function.
Show less
Great source for news!
Really great source to get information about what is happening. From what I know, Democracy Now is not owned by any huge corporations...it is an independent organization. MSNBC, CNN, Fox and others are owned by corporations, so they tend to only cover what THEY want people to see. On the other hand, Democracy Now covers everything that the can, here in America and around the world. Delete all the main stream media apps and move to Democracy Now to get unbiased, and unfiltered news reports. Thank you to all of the people who are part of Democracy Now!
Show less
