CNN: Live & Breaking News

CNN: Live & Breaking News

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Released: December 14, 2010
Updated: November 4, 2026
Version: 26.22
Compatibility: iOS 18.0+
Age Rating: 17+
Monetization: free with in-app purchases
Size: 222.4MB
Devices: Apple TV, iPhone, iPad
Data updated: 2 hours ago
Languages: American English

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Vision Pro support

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CNN Interactive Group, Inc.

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Access breaking news, in-depth analysis, and live video from a trusted global news source. Stay informed with personalized articles, podcasts, and election coverage.

✓Breaking news alerts

✓Live video streaming

✓Personalized articles

✓Election coverage with Magic Wall

✓Podcasts and live audio

✓In-depth analysis

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What users say about CNN

Reviews of CNN are mostly positive: the News app is rated 4.8/5 from 1.7M App Store ratings. What users like most: comprehensive news coverage, unbiased and factual reporting. Top complaints: frequent app crashes and freezes, overly sensitive embedded links. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

🚀Comprehensive news coverage
👍Unbiased and factual reporting
🌍Worldwide news perspective
💡Innovative features like Magic Wall
🔍Reliable and trustworthy source

Negative things

🐛Frequent app crashes and freezes
🔗Overly sensitive embedded links
🔋High battery consumption
📺Too many ads and commercials
🕰️Slow loading times

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26.22

November 4, 2026

Update the app today to get the latest improvements based on your feedback. Plus, now, you can stream the news, including 24/7 global news, exclusive videos, original series, and award-winning films.

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Charts

Top Free

🥈 2

Magazines & Newspapers

The app has maintained its position at 2 recently.

Last updated on November 4, 2026.

Top Grossing

🥉 3

Magazines & Newspapers

The app has maintained its position at 3 recently.

Last updated on November 4, 2026.

Top Grossing

📊 4

The app has maintained its position at 4 recently.

Last updated on November 4, 2026.

Top Free

📊 6

The app has maintained its position at 6 recently.

Last updated on November 4, 2026.

Top Grossing

📊 115

The app has maintained its position at 115 recently.

Last updated on November 4, 2026.

Top Free

📉 180-31

This app dropped -31 positions in Global chart.

Last updated on November 4, 2026.

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User reviews

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Used to be great

App became more and more convoluted with adds masqueraded as articles, videos that play in 5 minutes what I can read in 2 and now it’s going to cost $50 a year on to of all the adds… not for me am going to uninstall.

RR😿

12 days ago

Pay to read lately?

I enjoyed the app until the pay wall showed up. You choose what looks like an interesting article and it tells you that you need to pay. Oh well guess I get my news elsewhere.

RRat!!!!!!!

12 days ago

The App on Apple TV is terrible

Had to reinstall the app twice already on day one of my subscription. Feels shaky to be honest.

ZGZorba The Greeq

12 days ago

Loss of news

Sad that cnn is aggressively removing free news ..and replacing with subscription

CConfederatehellcat

13 days ago

Video section is down

Video section is down, and using video with multitasking is pretty much a pain in the arse

Iintake66

13 days ago

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Inability to continue listening to audio/music while using the app

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Inconsistent behavior when scrolling through articles

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Requested Features

5 requests

Dark mode option

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Improved article navigation without accidental link triggers

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FAQ

Does CNN have ads?

Yes, CNN contains advertisements. Users have noted "too many ads and commercials" in their feedback.

What subscription plans does CNN offer?

CNN offers a Basic plan for unlimited articles, and an All Access plan for streaming, exclusive videos, articles, and more. Monthly plans range from $3.99 to $6.99, with annual options at $29.99 and $69.99, the latter including a free trial.

How often is CNN updated?

The app was last updated on November 4, 2026, with version 26.22.

What devices support CNN?

CNN is available on Apple TV, iPhone, and iPad.

What is the age rating for CNN?

CNN is rated 17+.

What do users like most about CNN?

Users praise CNN for its comprehensive news coverage, unbiased reporting, worldwide perspective, and innovative features like the Magic Wall, considering it a reliable and trustworthy source.

What are common user complaints about CNN?

Some users report frequent app crashes and freezes, overly sensitive embedded links, high battery consumption, and slow loading times.

Can I cancel my CNN subscription?

Yes, your subscription will automatically renew unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the renewal date. You can manage your subscription through the App Store or your device's Settings.