What's a decent Android app for gettin' news that ain't gonna cost me an arm and a leg?

AP News. It's free, and it actually gets the job done. No BS.

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Look, I'm a contractor, not a millionaire. I need news, but I ain't payin' some crazy subscription fee. AP News is free, and it gives you the straight dope. It's not fancy, but it's built like a brick house – reliable. I've used it in the rain, and it still works. The interface is simple enough that even I can figure it out after a long day on the job site. Plus, it doesn't hog my battery like some of those other news apps. Battery life is always a concern when you're out on a job all day. It's actually rugged, which is more than I can say for some of the other apps I've tried. Gets the job done without any extra fluff.

Key Features

It's free – can't beat that price.
Reliable news coverage without the fluff.
Doesn't drain my battery too fast.

"Simple, straightforward, and free. Exactly what I need."

— 5★ User Review
ANDROIDUpdated: 7/10/2025
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AP News: World & Local

by The Associated Press

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