Echo News

Echo News

South Essex news and sport

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6 reviews
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • October 24, 2012
  • February 26, 2026

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Stay informed about local news, sports, and events in the South Essex region. Enjoy ad-free reading, listen to articles, and access daily digital newspapers. Engage with your community through comprehensive local coverage.

Live news, events, and sport updates
Ad-free reading experience
Full digital daily newspapers
Interactive daily puzzles
Article audio player
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What's New in Echo News

6.3

February 26, 2026

Framework fixes and improvements

Subscription plans

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$6.991 Month
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User reviews

The app doesn’t work anymore

The app is rubbish. It sometimes works but usually just hangs on the apps home page and there’s nothing you can do. Newsquest still happily take your money every month though, even with a non-functioning app.

Response from developer

Hi Robert, we're sorry to hear you're experiencing problems with the app. Could you please try clearing the app cache, then uninstalling and then reinstalling the app as this may resolve the issue. If it doesn't, please contact us at nq-digital.subs@newsquest.co.uk with your device details and the version of iOS you are running and we will do our best to resolve this for you.

Rubbish

The app is terrible to use but since it appears to have not been updated in 3 years it’s not surprising

On the latest iOS cannot see the Canvey version

I have this app on two iPads one on iOS 11, and an older on on the previous version. The old iOS shows all 3 versions of the paper, while on iOS 11 you can only see Basildon and Southend. As we live in Castle Point but not Canvey, it is necessary to read either Southend or Canvey versions and skim the other other one to ensure I don’t miss anything relevant for Castle Point.
Could you please investigate this discrepancy.
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Poor app, lack of interest from publishers

Very dated app. You also have to enter an Astute Card number to be able to use the app on multiple platforms. The publishers (Newsquest) - even the editor himself - show contempt for the reader by not even bothering to reply to emails. It's still not sorted out after more than two months! It's no wonder that circulations of local papers are falling; and with an app of this quality and from the attitude of the editor downwards, this newspaper deserves to fail.
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Ok

Dose what it says on the tin! but thats just that having to pinch and zoom can get tiresome where other newspaper apps its seemless. Also in a future update to be able bo but just one copy of the paper instead of buying a subscribtion would be good!

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FAQ

Does Echo News have ads?

No, Echo News offers an ad-free reading experience, ensuring no advertisements or pop-ups distract from the content.

What subscription plans are available for Echo News?

Echo News offers several auto-renewing subscription plans: Monthly at $6.99, Quarterly at $19.99, 6 Months at $35.99, and Annually at $69.99.

Can I cancel my Echo News subscription?

Auto-renewing subscriptions can be managed and turned off via Account Settings. However, cancellations of the current subscription are not permitted during the active subscription period.

What kind of content does Echo News cover?

Echo News provides comprehensive coverage of local news, sport, and events in Basildon, Southend, and surrounding areas, including arts, entertainment, and leisure.

What devices is Echo News available on?

Echo News is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

How often is Echo News updated?

The app was last updated on February 26, 2026, with version 6.3. New digital newspapers and interactive puzzles are available daily.

What age rating does Echo News have?

Echo News has an age rating of 17+, suggesting mature themes or content suitable for older audiences.

Can I listen to articles on Echo News?

Yes, Echo News features an Article Audio Player that allows you to listen to articles and create content playlists.