PhoNews Newsgroup Reader Android

PhoNews Newsgroup Reader

PhoNews is a Usenet Newsgroup Client for reading online newsgroups.

Features & Capabilities

PhoNews is a powerful and user-friendly Usenet newsgroup client designed to simplify reading and managing online newsgroups. Supporting multiple servers and multiple newsgroups, it offers flexibility for users to stay connected to their interests. Attachments can be conveniently saved either to your cloud storage or internal device storage, ensuring easy access and efficient organization.

With robust support and a responsive feature request system via email, PhoNews ensures a smooth experience for newsgroup enthusiasts looking for a comprehensive and flexible solution.

User Growth & Download Statistics

By:
Christian Grach
Downloads:
15,249 1
Rating:
2.67
(266)
Version:
3.13.3 Last updated: 2024-01-13
Version code:
3132682
Creation date:
2010-09-30
Publisher country:
AT AT
Permissions:
  • com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID Moderate risk
  • android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID Low risk
  • android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION Low risk
  • android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS Low risk
  • android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE Low risk
  • android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
  • android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS Low risk
  • android.permission.WAKE_LOCK Low risk
  • com.android.vending.BILLING Low risk
  • com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE Low risk
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Size:
5.50MB
Email:
su*****@cmgapps.com
URLs:
Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:
See detailed description
Source:
Google Play Store
Data ingested on:
2026-06-15
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Contact the developer

Chrome-Stats does not own this Android app. Please use these information below to contact the Android app developer.
Developed by:
Christian Grach
Google Play Store
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=at.cmg.android.phonews
Email:
su*****@cmgapps.com
Website:
https://www.cmgapps.com/

User Reviews

Users find PhoNews Newsgroup Reader simple and effective for basic newsgroup reading and replying, with useful threading and configuration features. However, many report crashes, unstable server connectivity with message duplication, and problems posting to groups, even after payment. The app's ad placement is intrusive, and navigation suffers due to the flat, extensive group list with no hierarchy. While functional as a Usenet reader on Android, these stability and usability issues reduce overall satisfaction.
Pros
  • Simple and straightforward user interface once learned
  • Effective threaded message view and reply function
  • Good configuration and ease of use
  • Works well as a Usenet newsreader on Android
  • Active subscription and group management
Cons
  • Frequent crashes and app instability reported by multiple users
  • Poor handling of server connections causing duplicate messages
  • Inability to post to newsgroups in free or even paid versions for many users
  • Intrusive and excessive ads, sometimes feeling like harassment
  • Poor design for browsing large group lists and lack of hierarchy making navigation difficult
Recent reviews
Tried connecting to different servers and none worked.
by So*****, 2024-11-12

Refuses to load articles on my news server. I've got another app that works, but it's no longer supported. I was hoping this would work for me. It doesn't.
by Ma*****, 2024-07-02
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