Top Android News & Magazines Apps

Market Insights

• •X (Formerly Twitter) (#1) has dominated the top spot for 105 days, which suggests users continue treating it as a primary news source despite its social media roots—reviews indicate people value real-time updates from journalists and eyewitnesses during breaking events.
• •CrimeRadar (#2) and Local Weather & News - Radar (#3) both seem to be capitalizing on hyperlocal demand; users report checking these daily for neighborhood-specific alerts, probably because they bundle practical safety and weather data in one feed.
• •NewsBreak: Local News & Alerts (#4) and Substack (#5) show a split in news consumption—NewsBreak appeals to readers wanting free, aggregated local coverage, while Substack’s steady presence hints at growing interest in independent writers and niche topics.
• •The big jumps by NBC News (+18) and ABC News (+10) over the past year likely reflect a return to trusted brands during election cycles and major events, with users mentioning reliable push notifications as a key reason for installing.