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Best Newsonair Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated September 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our newsonair list covers 249+ iPhone apps updated through September 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Newsonair Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1NewsOnAirNewsOnAirFree3.7★ (128)NoNoAug 2026
2All India Radios: FM & NewsAll India Radios: FM & NewsFree4.8★ (57)YesNoSep 2026
3Google NewsGoogle NewsFree4.6★ (226K)YesNoSep 2026
4WeatherWeatherFree4.8★ (1.8M)NoNoSep 2026
5Newsflow: breaking newsNewsflow: breaking newsFree—YesNoJun 2026
6India TV: Hindi News Live AppIndia TV: Hindi News Live AppFree4.6★ (2.5K)YesNoSep 2026
7WhatsApp MessengerWhatsApp MessengerFree4.7★ (19M)YesYesSep 2026
8Opera News: Breaking & LocalOpera News: Breaking & LocalFree4.8★ (29K)YesNoSep 2026

Top Picks for Newsonair

NewsOnAir#1

NewsOnAir by All India Radio

Editor's Choice
📡 News
3.7😐(128 ratings)
Free
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Access news and current affairs from India's public service broadcaster. Enjoy text and podcast stories, regional news bulletins, live radio broadcasts, and video content from national channels. Supports over 25 languages.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Excellent app to listen to AIR stations globally
  • 👍 Nostalgic and connects to roots
  • 👍 Flawless streaming and stable connections
  • 👍 Comprehensive app with news, music, and entertainment

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
  • 🐛 Playback stops when screen is locked or app is minimized
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with latest iOS versions
  • 🐛 Clumsy interface and navigation
Google News#3

Google News by Google

Top world & local news stories
Worth Considering
📡 News
4.6😐(226K ratings)
FreeAds
#27in News
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Comprehensive news coverage
  • 📰 Wide range of news sources
  • 🔍 Customizable news feed
  • 👍 Sleek and modern interface
  • 🌐 Global news perspective

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
  • 🔄 Annoying auto-refresh issues
  • 💤 Slow article loading times
  • 📢 Excessive ads and paywalls
  • 🤖 Unreliable personalization algorithms

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FAQ about Newsonair

What are the best newsonair apps for iPhone?
NewsOnAir tops our newsonair apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 3.7-star average from 128 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top newsonair apps we rank are free to download, including NewsOnAir and All India Radios: FM & News.
NewsOnAir has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 249+ newsonair apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app provides news stories in both text and podcast formats from Prasar Bharati's network. It also features regional news bulletins in audio, live broadcasts from All India Radio, and programs from Doordarshan channels.
The app offers content in more than 25 different language services, allowing users to access news and broadcasts in their preferred language.