What's a good iOS app for keeping up with the national news without having to sit down and watch the TV every evening? Something I can check during my lunch break, you know?

Well, I've been using the NBC News app, and it's not bad at all. Gets me the headlines, and even I could figure out how to customize the notifications.

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Alright, so I've been using the NBC News app for a few weeks now. Took me a few days to figure out all the features, I won't lie. My students actually showed me how to set up the news alerts – apparently, that's how they stay informed these days. It's surprisingly intuitive once you get the hang of it. I can get the top stories during my lunch break, and it's like having a teaching assistant in your pocket, keeping me up-to-date. I can even watch clips of the news broadcasts, which is handy when I miss the evening news. Why do they hide the settings button there, though? Anyway, it's been pretty reliable for getting the gist of what's going on in the world. Beats relying on Facebook for my news, that's for sure. Plus, they seem to have a pretty good handle on things, you know, factual reporting and all that. It's not perfect, but it's a solid way to stay informed, even for an old dog like me.

Key Features

Breaking news alerts (once you figure out how to set them up)
Video clips of news broadcasts
Keeps you informed without needing to watch TV all the time

"App needs some work, but the news coverage is great!"

— 5★ User Review
IOSUpdated: 7/10/2025
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NBC News: Breaking & US News

by NBC News Digital, LLC

4.7
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