# TechCrunch News Reader

> The unofficial TechCrunch news app, made by fans

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.seabirdapps.techcrunch](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.seabirdapps.techcrunch)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.seabirdapps.techcrunch`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Onespot
- **Category:** NEWS\_AND\_MAGAZINES
- **Downloads:** 19,960
- **Rating:** 4.37 / 5 (240 ratings)
- **Version:** 20.0.0
- **Last updated:** 2025-11-21
- **First published:** 2023-10-31
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 107 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.seabirdapps.techcrunch)
- **Website:** [https://www.onespotapps.com](https://www.onespotapps.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.onespotapps.com/privacy](https://www.onespotapps.com/privacy)

## Description

"TechCrunch News Reader" is an unofficial app created by fans that provides easy access to TechCrunch news. Enjoy customizable feeds, real-time updates, and a sleek design for a smooth reading experience. Share articles effortlessly and stay informed on the latest tech trends, all in one lightweight app. Download now to enhance your tech news experience!

## Rankings

- #435,098 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE`
- `android.permission.READ_CALENDAR`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_CALENDAR`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.UPDATE_SHORTCUT`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.CHANGE_BADGE`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.majeur.launcher.permission.UPDATE_BADGE`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.seabirdapps.techcrunch.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.READ`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.WRITE`
- `com.sonyericsson.home.permission.BROADCAST_BADGE`
- `com.sonymobile.home.permission.PROVIDER_INSERT_BADGE`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_READ`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_WRITE`

## Review summary

Users appreciate the TechCrunch News Reader for its smooth performance, intuitive interface, and timely, high-quality tech news content. Many find it useful for staying informed about technology. However, multiple users are frustrated by the mandatory account creation for a free news reader app and report issues like dead links to privacy policies. Some also suggest the interface could be made more lightweight and intuitive for an improved experience.

### Pros

- Good and smooth app performance
- Great interface and user experience with category labeling
- Provides first and awesome tech news information
- Recommended for staying updated on information technology

### Cons

- App forces users to create an account, which frustrates users
- Dead links to privacy policy and terms of service
- Interface can be improved to be more lightweight and intuitive

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.seabirdapps.techcrunch)