# i45NOW — Hyper-local news & social site

> Hyper-local news and social platform for the Texas Galveston Bay region. (iPhone/iPad app by Aulds Media Holdings, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/i45now/id1664409416 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Aulds Media Holdings, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1664409418)
- Category: Social Networking, News
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 99 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 80 MB
- Languages: American English, Danish, Dutch, French (France), Hebrew, Japanese, European Spanish, Ukrainian
- Released: 2023-01-23
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/i45now/id1664409416/reviews.md

## What is i45NOW?

i45NOW Channel is the home for i45NOW, the most viewed media outlet in the Galveston Bay area of Texas 
It offers hyper-local and timely news for Galveston, League City, Webster, Texas City, Kemah, Dickinson, Nassau Bay, Santa Fe, Friendswood, Pearland, Manvel, Alvin, and the surrounding communities of the Texas Galveston Bay region. 
Users of the free app may also subscribe to i45NOW+ for added features, exclusive content, discounts, and i45NOW+ members-only deals.


PRICING INFORMATION
This i45NOW app is FREE
To become a member of i45NOW+, the subscription is $1.99/annual to access. 
For terms and conditions, please visit https://i45.disciplemedia.com/onboarding_documents.

## Key features

- Hyper-local news updates
- Community-focused social content
- Exclusive subscriber content
- Member-only discounts and deals
- Subscription for premium features

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly Subscription | $1.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/i45now/id1664409416/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Could not see no video

*2024-08-16*

All I cold see was a black screen saying live stream starting soon. Left it on for a while and that's all it shows.

### 5/5 — Great source

*2023-12-19*

Great source for local news. Reliable and accurate

### 5/5 — i45NOW Channel

*2023-03-02*

I love the new i45NOW channel! Great coverage of the Galveston Bay Area.

## Frequently asked questions about i45NOW

### What kind of news does i45NOW provide?

i45NOW provides hyper-local and timely news specifically for communities within the Texas Galveston Bay area, including Galveston, League City, and surrounding towns.

### Is i45NOW free to use?

Yes, the i45NOW app is free to download and use for accessing general news and social content. There is an optional subscription for premium features.

### What are the benefits of subscribing to i45NOW+?

Subscribing to i45NOW+ unlocks added features, exclusive content, special discounts, and member-only deals not available to free users.

### How much does an i45NOW+ subscription cost?

An i45NOW+ subscription costs $1.99 annually. The subscription plan includes a 3-day free trial period.

### What devices does i45NOW support?

Based on the provided data, i45NOW is currently supported on iPhone devices.

### How often is i45NOW updated?

The latest version of i45NOW is 4.89.1, last updated on February 18, 2026. This indicates a recent and active development cycle.

### What is the age rating for i45NOW?

i45NOW has an age rating of 17+, suggesting content that may not be suitable for younger audiences.

### How do I cancel my i45NOW+ subscription?

Information regarding terms and conditions, including how to manage or cancel your subscription, can be found by visiting https://i45.disciplemedia.com/onboarding_documents.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.89.1 — 2026-02-18

This latest version includes bug fixes for an improved user experience.

### 4.80.5 — 2025-10-07

Messages: UI and functionality improvements.
Improvements include:

Allow message without need to connect first

Delete messages

Edit messages

Archive chats

Leave and delete chats

Name group chats

Block members

Mark chats as unread

UI improvements

Typing indicator (shows when someone is typing)

Service messages like "Username has left the chat."

### 4.69.3 — 2025-06-03

Updated folders, community calendar, and shareability.

### 4.69.2 — 2025-05-30

On a livestream, invite up to 4 members watching to share their video and audio with you. Members can request to share their video and audio by raising their hand.

### 4.66.1 — 2025-05-15

This latest version includes bug fixes for an improved user experience

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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 2026-08-27.*