Dense: Tiny News Widget
Headlines That Show What's New
About
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
2.0.0
October 27, 2026
Dense 2.0 brings the subjects you follow into your widgets. - Meet Dense Pro: follow custom topics for local issues, teams, industries, and other interests with a monthly or annual plan. All seven preset topics stay free. - Start in the widget editor: choose Custom... (Pro), enter a topic, and tap the widget to upgrade and continue with that topic. - Briefs bring together multiple news sources and use recent history to help avoid repeating the same stories. - Find stories from your followed topics in Story Explorer, with mood and impact filters and source links. - See the topic name at the top of digest history. - Keep reading saved briefs when an update cannot finish or your subscription ends. Requires iOS or iPadOS 27. New briefs need an internet connection and AI availability for your device and account.
MoreSubscriptions & In-App Purchases
Dense Pro Monthly
Follow custom news topics in Dense and your widgets.
Developer apps
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.
