# WhatsNews

> WhatsApp-based news service from Oman's leading English and Arabic newspapers. (iPhone/iPad app by MUSCAT MEDIA GROUP LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/whatsnews/id879454617 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [MUSCAT MEDIA GROUP LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1249688004)
- Category: News
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.67/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 18 MB
- Languages: Arabic, Azerbaijani, Croatian, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek and 15 more
- Released: 2014-05-21
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/whatsnews/id879454617/reviews.md

## What is WhatsNews?

With the objective of introducing a pioneering concept to the country, Oman's leading English and Arabic newspapers, Times of Oman and Al Shabiba, are all set to launch the world's first newspapers on WhatsApp .

Going by the name WhatsNews (in English) and WhatsOulom (in Arabic), the newspapers on WhatsApp will have three editions per day — 12 noon, 5pm and 10pm.

## Key features

- Daily news editions
- English and Arabic content
- Delivered via WhatsApp
- Three daily updates
- Pioneering concept

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/whatsnews/id879454617/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Yet to improve

*2015-06-21*

Initiative is good. However there are no upgrades which solves the bugs and frequent crashes for IPad users.

### 5/5 — Excellent for lovers of Oman

*2015-03-23*

Having had a daughter and son in law working in Oman I have visited the country many times and have fallen in love with this amazing country. This app keeps me informed and upto date with life in Oman. I enjoy reading the daily news item

## Frequently asked questions about WhatsNews

### What is WhatsNews?

WhatsNews is a news service that delivers daily updates directly to your WhatsApp. It's a pioneering concept from Oman's leading English and Arabic newspapers, Times of Oman and Al Shabiba.

### How many editions of WhatsNews are available daily?

WhatsNews offers three editions per day. These are scheduled for 12 noon, 5 PM, and 10 PM, ensuring you receive news throughout the day.

### Is WhatsNews available in multiple languages?

Yes, WhatsNews provides content in both English and Arabic. The English version is called WhatsNews, and the Arabic version is WhatsOulom.

### What devices does WhatsNews support?

WhatsNews is available on iPhone and iPad devices. It is designed to be accessible on Apple's mobile and tablet platforms.

### What is the age rating for WhatsNews?

The age rating for WhatsNews is 17+. This indicates that the content may be suitable for mature audiences.

### When was WhatsNews last updated?

The latest version of WhatsNews was updated on June 5, 2017. The app was initially released on May 21, 2014.

### Does WhatsNews have ads?

Based on the provided information, WhatsNews does not contain advertisements. It is a free service without any ad interruptions.

### What is the user rating for WhatsNews?

WhatsNews has a user rating of 2.7 stars based on 3 ratings. This suggests a mixed reception from its current user base.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 2.2 — 2017-06-05

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Bug Fixes and Improvements.

### 2.1 — 2016-04-27

Improvements and bugs fixes.

### 2.0 — 2016-03-20

Bug fixes and improvements

### 1.0 — 2014-05-21

No release notes.

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