File18 vs Zee Kannada News
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
File18
This app streamlines the process for field reporters to submit stories to various news properties. It allows for easy story filing, media uploads, and direct communication with administrators for feedback and review.
- Customize user profile
- File stories
- Add multiple media files
- Submit stories for review
- Chat with admins
- Track published stories
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File18 is an app designed for field reporters and stringers. Adding stories on NW18’s various properties is now easier than ever. Your stories can now get published on the likes of MoneyControl, News18, FirstPost, and other properties. With this app, you can: Customize your User profile File a Story Add multiple media files to your stories Submit your stories and have them reviewed by NW18 Admins Chat with NW18 Admins and receive feedback on your stories Keep a tab on your Published Stories
Zee Kannada News
Get the latest news headlines, breaking stories, and in-depth coverage from Karnataka, India, and the world in Kannada. Stay updated on politics, entertainment, health, business, and more with trending news and viral videos.
- Latest news headlines
- Breaking news alerts
- Karnataka and India news
- World news updates
- Entertainment and Showbiz news
- Health and Lifestyle tips
- Political and Business news
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ZEE Kannada App brings to you the latest news headlines, breaking news, top stories from Karnataka, rest of India and around the world in Kannada. Stay updated with all the latest news in Kannada (Breaking news App). IndiaDotCom Digital Private Limited (IDPL) is the mother brand of India’s largest News Network, bringing to viewers all the major national and international events. Besides breaking news videos and keeping audiences ahead, the channel also provides in-depth coverage of Entertainment, Astrology, Lifestyle, Business, Health. Zee Kannada App will be abuzz with Trending News, Viral Videos and Latest Photos. Upgrade your Lifestyle and stay fit with our personalized Health tips in Kannada. Regional news coverage of major events and opinions from some of the best news writers and columnists will be part of the platter. Get extensive News Coverage on: 1) Latest Breaking News, News from Karnataka, India, States, Top Cities and latest political issues 2) Live talk on current affairs, issues in your hometown, politics, cinema and more. 3) We provide you with all kinds of financial information useful to the public, news about television and television, sports and crime world. 4) Get detailed, latest news on science and technology, astrology as well as the right information for your health and lifestyle. 5) There are many more interesting stories for you, including non-resident Indians, their contribution to our country. 6) Get engaging and entertaining news stories, gossip, and scoops from the world of Showbiz.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Zee Kannada News at 100% against File18's 50%. File18's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
File18 ships an update every 3 weeks, Zee Kannada News every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | File18 | Zee Kannada News |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 52 MB | 39 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | NETWORK18 Media & Investments Limited | Zee Media Corporation Limited |
Customer experience
File18
Zee Kannada News
In-app purchases
File18
No in-app purchases
Zee Kannada News
No in-app purchases
