Albuquerque Journal Newspaper

Name: Albuquerque Journal Newspaper
Rating: 3.81 (393 reviews)
Author: ABQjournal

By: ABQjournal

Full digital replica of Albuquerque Journal - New Mexico's leading newspaper.

Features & Capabilities

Experience the all-new Albuquerque Journal JRNL+ app, a cleaner, more intuitive digital edition of New Mexico's leading newspaper. Access the ABQJ eJournal print replica, local coverage, entertainment, business, and sports with faster navigation and customizable viewing modes.

Key features include offline reading, Read Aloud, a two-finger tap to switch articles to full-screen text, access to the last 30 days of issues, and quick navigation with a section index and multiple viewing modes.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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Version:

6.0.2 Last updated: 2026-02-20

Version code:

1771605440

Creation date:

2013-07-02

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.BLUETOOTH Moderate risk
android.permission.DETECT_SCREEN_CAPTURE Moderate risk
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.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC Low risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK Low risk
android.permission.INTERNET Low risk

Size:

18.05MB

Email:

we*****@abqjournal.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-11

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 381,944 ▲ 2,598

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Developed by:

ABQjournal

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.newspaperdirect.albuquerque.android

Email:

we*****@abqjournal.com

Website:

https://www.abqjournal.com/

User Reviews

Users appreciate accessing the full printed Albuquerque Journal digitally and staying updated on local news anywhere. However, many complain about frequent app crashes, difficult navigation, outdated editions loading, intrusive ads even for subscribers, and dependence on internet connection. While some note improvements over older versions, reliability and usability still cause frustration among users.

Pros

Provides electronic editions of the Albuquerque Journal newspaper allowing readers to access the exact printed layout.
Allows users to stay updated with local news anywhere in the world.
Offers convenience of accessing the paper anytime without needing physical delivery.
Generally improved over previous app versions, with some users noting better stability.
Includes crossword puzzles and features of the printed paper in digital format.

Cons

App frequently crashes or becomes unresponsive, requiring force closes or device restarts.
Navigation and user interface is poor; users find it difficult or frustrating to browse and zoom within the app.
Multiple users experience issues with outdated editions loading and inability to refresh to the current date's paper.
Persistent and intrusive advertisements appear even for paying subscribers, including politically related pop-ups requesting personal info.
Requires constant internet connection, even for previously downloaded editions, limiting offline usability.

Recent reviews

Great app with electronic editions every day that are easy to navigate and share with family. Especially enjoy staying up on local news when traveling.

RB*****, 2024-12-29

Useless. App constantly starts with a past edition, which is impossible to update. Today is Monday but the app is stuck on last Friday. This isn't the first time this has happened both the online and Android versions are horrendous and completely useless.