Dense: Tiny News Widget
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This news widget delivers concise, readable stories directly to your home screen, eliminating the need for external links or endless scrolling. It offers customizable topic selection and allows filtering news by mood and impact, providing a quick and informed overview.
What's New in Dense
1.4.0
October 2, 2026
feat(macos): add remembered text zoom to the View menu feat(links): discover cited stories and open articles in the app feat(settings): add accessible shared Settings and support links fix(sidebar): keep topic freshness current on iOS and macOS fix(filters): clarify VoiceOver ranges and restore Mood dragging fix(digests): highlight every new story and make refresh reliable fix(sidebar): add responsive iOS drawer swipes perf(discovery): stop requesting unused short titles
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FAQ
What is Dense?
Dense is a news widget that presents multiple stories in a dense, readable format directly on your home screen. It aims to provide a quick way to stay informed without links or scrolling.
How does Dense filter news?
Dense allows you to filter stories by mood and impact. You can slide towards 'Bloom' for uplifting news or 'Doom' for stories with gravity, and explore headlines on an interactive chart filtered by sentiment and weight.
Is Dense free to use?
Yes, Dense is completely free. The app states there are no subscriptions, upsells, ads, or tracking, offering just the news digest.
What devices does Dense support?
Dense is available on iPhone, iPad, and Mac devices, offering a consistent experience across Apple platforms.
How often does the news update in Dense?
Each news digest rewrites itself every few minutes as stories break, ensuring your widget is always current with the latest information.
Does Dense have ads?
No, Dense is ad-free. The developer explicitly states that there are no ads included in the application.
What is the age rating for Dense?
Dense has an age rating of 12+. This suggests content is generally suitable for users aged 12 and above.
When was Dense last updated?
The latest version of Dense, 1.3.0, was last updated on February 23, 2026. This indicates a relatively recent update.
