BBC News Android

BBC News

Stay informed with the latest news you can trust, from the UK & around the world

Features & Capabilities

The official BBC News Chrome extension offers reliable and up-to-the-minute news updates from the UK and global network of journalists. Stay informed with breaking news, detailed analysis, and live reporting tailored to your interests. Customize your experience by following topics such as UK News, Health, Lifestyle, Business, Technology, and more through the My News feature. Receive instant alerts for top stories and access local news and weather updates by linking your UK postcode. With seamless live news streams and comprehensive coverage, BBC News ensures you stay connected with trusted journalism wherever you are.

This extension respects your privacy and offers options to manage notifications and data usage. It utilizes secure data practices aligned with the BBC's privacy policies, providing a trustworthy and user-centric news experience. Whether you seek national headlines, in-depth features, or global events, the BBC News app delivers authoritative content directly to your browser.

User Growth & Download Statistics

Contact the developer

Chrome-Stats does not own this Android app. Please use these information below to contact the Android app developer.
Developed by:
British Broadcasting Corporation
Google Play Store
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=bbc.mobile.news.uk
Email:
ne*****@mediaapptech.com
Website:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/help-30119608

User Reviews

Reviewers largely view BBC News for Android as trustworthy and readable, with some noting its objective tone. However, multiple reviews flag bias and unbalanced coverage, occasional delays or inaccuracies, and repetitive visuals. Technical problems recur, including crashes, black screens, video playback issues, and login hiccups. A minority raise privacy/funding concerns. Overall, the app is valued for clarity and trust, but reliability and balance in coverage are common drawbacks.
Pros
  • Trustworthy, objective-leaning reporting
  • Readable, accessible presentation of international and local news
  • Helpful for staying up-to-date with news (up-to-the-minute coverage)
  • Some users find it useful for learning English
Cons
  • Perceived bias and unbalanced reporting, with missing important stories
  • Technical issues: crashes or black screens, video playback problems, and login issues
  • News can be late or not always accurate and can use repetitive imagery
Recent reviews
Richard coverage
by Da*****, 2026-06-04

V good reliable news source
by Ar*****, 2026-06-04

Sign in requirements means this gets uninstalled.
by Ch*****, 2026-06-03
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