Google News

Google News

Top world & local news stories

226K ratings
796 reviews
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Released
December 8, 2011
Updated
September 23, 2026
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This app aggregates and highlights global and local news stories tailored to your interests. It provides personalized briefings, in-depth coverage from multiple sources, and allows you to follow specific topics and news outlets. Stay informed on the go or on your desktop.

✓Personalized news briefings
✓Local news from your area
✓Full coverage with multiple perspectives
✓Customizable topics and sources
✓Cross-device access
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What's New in Google News

5.122

September 23, 2026

· Bug fixes and performance improvements

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Top Free

📉 25-1

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This app dropped -1 position in News chart.

Last updated on November 2, 2026.

User reviews

Unless you want paywalls

Every article that’s supposed to be free to read opens to another paywall.

Stale news

The app is super annoying as it keeps presenting awfully stale news from up to 6 months away. There’s no setting in the app to alter this behaviour. I tried filtering news sources but the same stale news keeps popping up from other sources.

Notification issue!

Your notifications only send when I open and refresh the app! PLEASE FIX ASAP!

Terribly

too much advertising

Awful

No option to hide “types of stories”, not news sources. E.g. I’m tired of seeing stories like “someone got stabbed, killed, murdered”. Or the clickbait politics articles. Unless this is everything newsworthy what’s happening in the UK right now.

Update several (many) years later:
Nothing changed. What’s even worse - there’s been an earthquake in Panama and for some reason Google news doesn’t seem to care to pick this up. Speechless…

Just observing the type of aggregated news over the years one would think there’s a intentional algorithm which forces specific type of news to be displayed and certain information to remain hidden.
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

5 issues

Articles not loading properly

Bug

Sudden app crashes and freezes

Bug

Inability to return to previous position in feed

Bug

Incorrect or outdated news content

Bug

Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

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Requested Features

5 requests

Dark mode option

Feature

Improved article bookmarking/saving

Feature

Better control over news sources

Feature

Smoother scrolling and navigation

Feature

Faster updates and real-time news

Feature

FAQ

What does Google News do?

Google News is a personalized news aggregator that organizes and highlights current events. It provides tailored news briefings, local stories, and in-depth coverage from various sources to help you stay informed about what matters to you.

How does the personalization work?

The app learns your interests by allowing you to follow specific topics and news sources. This customization ensures that the 'For You' section delivers articles relevant to your preferences, making your news consumption more efficient.

Is Google News free to use?

Yes, the Google News app is free to download and use. While the description mentions 'free with in-app purchases', the core functionality of news aggregation and personalization is available without cost.

Can I get local news with this app?

Absolutely. Google News allows you to explore your community through stories and articles from local news outlets. You can customize and choose multiple locations to stay updated on events happening near you or in places you consider home.

How can I get the most out of Google News?

To get the most out of Google News, actively customize your 'For You' section by following topics and sources you care about. Utilize the 'Full Coverage' feature to see multiple perspectives on a story, and leverage cross-device access by pairing the mobile app with the desktop website.