# Flux-News — Simple Newsreader for miniflux

> Fast, fluid, and offline-ready Miniflux newsreader with podcast support. (iPhone/iPad app by Kevin Fechtel.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flux-news/id6761262233 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Kevin Fechtel](https://appshunter.io/developer/1888474238)
- Category: Entertainment, News
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 27 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany)
- Released: 2026-04-06
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flux-news/id6761262233/reviews.md

## What is Flux?

Flux News: High-Performance Miniflux Client
Elevate your reading experience. Flux News is a fast, fluid, and deeply integrated newsreader designed specifically for the Miniflux backend. Built to outperform standard web interfaces, it provides a seamless workflow that keeps your content accessible, even when you're offline.

Master Your Feed with Ease
 •	Offline-Ready: Unlike a browser, Flux News stores your articles locally. Sync your feeds once and read them anywhere, on the plane, in the subway, or in remote areas without an internet connection.
 •	Intuitive Gesture Control: Navigate your news with natural swipe gestures. Quickly triage your articles, mark them as read, or save them for later with a simple flick of your finger.
 •	Effortless "Scroll-to-Read": Experience a friction-free "inbox zero" workflow. Articles are automatically marked as read as you scroll over them, so you never have to manually clear your queue again.
 •	Deep System Integration: Share interesting finds instantly using the System Share Sheet or send articles directly to your configured third-party services.
 •	Direct App Linking: Open articles directly in their respective installed apps for a cohesive experience that feels right at home on your device.

Podcast Excellence (New!)
 •	Integrated Player: High-performance playback with variable speed control.
 •	Smart Management: Automatic download of new episodes and automatic deletion after listening to save space.
 •	Advanced Audio Features: Full chapter recognition for easy navigation and a built-in sleep timer.
 •	Backend Sync: Your playback progress is synchronized with Miniflux, so you never lose your spot.
 •	Dedicated Downloads View: Manage all your offline audio content in one place.

On the Road (New!)
 •	CarPlay: A safe, audio-centric interface for your vehicle's dashboard.
 •	Seamless Integration: Access your downloaded podcasts and control playback safely while driving.

Tailored for Your Device
 •	OLED-Optimized Design: Choose between Light, Dark, and a specialized True Black mode designed specifically to save battery and look stunning on high-end displays.
 •	Precision Filtering & Search: Instantly sort through your content by status (Unread, Read, Starred), category, or individual feeds. Use the powerful search to query your entire Miniflux backend in seconds.
 •	Quick Access to Discussions: Open article comments directly within the app to stay on top of the conversation.
 •	Home Screen Widgets: Access your articles directly from your device's home screen with the new native widgets.
 •	Background Sync: The app now can automatically synchronizes in the background, keeping your news updated with your Miniflux server.


Privacy by Design
Your data belongs to you. Flux News acts as a transparent window to your own server.
 •	Direct Sync: The app communicates directly with your Miniflux API.
 •	No Third-Party Tracking: We do not collect, store, or analyze your reading habits.
 •	No Middlemen: Your credentials and content never pass through any external servers other than your own.

Please Note: This app requires an existing Miniflux server instance or a Miniflux Cloud account.

## Key features

- Offline article access
- Intuitive gesture navigation
- Automatic "scroll-to-read" marking
- Integrated podcast player with variable speed
- CarPlay support
- OLED-optimized display modes
- Home screen widgets

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flux-news/id6761262233/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Nice design

*2026-08-17*

Nice app design.
Intuitive interface
Responsive dev on github

Had issues pointing it to my miniflux LAN ip, worked fine when I setup my reverse proxy to allow minflux to reach to the public internet. Probably better way to setup so I can check on the go.

## Frequently asked questions about Flux

### Does Flux-News have ads?

No, Flux-News is completely ad-free. The app is designed to provide a seamless and uninterrupted reading experience without any advertisements.

### How does Flux-News handle offline reading?

Flux-News stores your articles locally after syncing with your Miniflux backend. This allows you to read content anywhere, even without an internet connection, making it ideal for travel or areas with poor reception.

### What are the podcast features in Flux-News?

Flux-News includes an integrated podcast player with variable speed control, automatic episode downloads and deletions, chapter recognition, and a sleep timer. Playback progress syncs with your Miniflux backend.

### Can I use Flux-News with CarPlay?

Yes, Flux-News offers a dedicated CarPlay interface designed for safe, audio-centric use while driving. You can access downloaded podcasts and control playback easily.

### What display options does Flux-News offer?

Flux-News provides Light, Dark, and a specialized True Black mode. The True Black mode is optimized for OLED displays to save battery and enhance visual appeal.

### How often is Flux-News updated?

The latest version of Flux-News is 2.3.0, last updated on August 13, 2026. Updates typically include new features, performance improvements, and bug fixes.

### What devices is Flux-News available on?

Flux-News is available for iPhone and iPad devices. It is designed to offer a tailored experience across Apple's mobile platforms.

### What is the user rating for Flux-News?

Flux-News has a perfect rating of 5.0 stars based on 1 rating. This indicates a highly positive reception from its current users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.3.1 — 2026-08-22

The following has been improved:
 •	UI Improvements
 •	The adaptation of feed icons for Light and Dark Mode has been automated, making it unnecessary to configure this individually for each feed
 •	Fix default language fallback to english

### 2.3.0 — 2026-08-13

The following has been added and improved:
 •	Completely redesigned adaptive user interface
 •	New Liquid Glass interface on iPhone and iPad
 •	New configurable action toolbars
 •	Fixed several UI issues

### 2.2.5 — 2026-07-30

The following has been improved:
 •	Article image rendering has been optimized

### 2.2.4 — 2026-07-21

The following has been improved:
 •	Fix a bug with downloading podcasts and fetch the news content

### 2.2.3 — 2026-07-07

The following has been improved:
 •	Memory management and bugfixing

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-31.*
