CNN Android

CNN

By: CNN
Watch CNN, CNN International & HLN to stay informed on the day’s breaking news.

Features & Capabilities

Stream the full CNN experience in your browser: live coverage from CNN, CNN International and HLN, 24/7 breaking news, award-winning shows, exclusive videos, original series and thought-provoking documentaries. Connect with your TV provider to unlock live channels and unlimited on-demand access in the U.S. and Canada.

Designed for viewers who want global reporting and in-depth storytelling, the extension provides continuous updates from trusted journalists, curated original programming, and documentary films. Privacy information is available at CNN’s Privacy Policy and WarnerMedia data controls for California residents.

User Growth & Download Statistics

By:
CNN
Downloads:
825,030 2.92K
Rating:
3.11
(493)
0.07
Version:
0 Last updated: 2026-05-11
Creation date:
2016-09-13
Publisher country:
US US
Email:
an*****@cnn.com
URLs:
Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:
See detailed description
Source:
Google Play Store
Data ingested on:
2026-06-10
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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:
CNN
Google Play Store
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cnn.mobile.android.tv
Email:
an*****@cnn.com
Website:
http://www.cnn.com

User Reviews

Reviews for the CNN Android app mainly cite reliability and playback problems. Recurrent issues include crashes and loading failures, streams that buffer or display low resolution, and live-feed freezes. Users also report subscription problems and regional content restrictions, plus device compatibility problems that often force reinstalls or resets. Positive feedback about content is scarce, with overall user sentiment centering on instability and poor streaming performance rather than features.
Pros
Cons
  • Frequent crashes, hangs, and load failures (black/white screens, stuck on loading screen) across many devices
  • Streaming quality issues: repeated buffering and low resolution (approximately 360–480p) for live and on-demand streams
  • Live streams lag and freeze, often requiring switching streams or returning to CNN Live after interruptions
  • Subscription issues and regional restrictions: paid All Access not functioning as advertised (limited trial) and regional blocks such as 'CNN International not available in your region'
  • Device compatibility problems requiring uninstall/reinstall or even factory reset on TVs/boxes (Sony, Google TV, Hisense)
Recent reviews
glitchy, scrambled
by Ma*****, 2026-05-17

lags and crashes daily on high end Bravia TV
by Mi*****, 2026-05-14

constantly glitching and unusable
by Jo*****, 2026-05-12
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