Albany Times Union News

Name: Albany Times Union News
Rating: 4.39 (510 reviews)
Author: Hearst Newspapers - LLC

By: Hearst Newspapers - LLC App

Trusted Capital Region news

Overview

Google Play Store

Downloads

28,672 ▲ 46

Data as of 2026-08-27

Rating:

4.39 ▼ 0.02

(510)

Version:

202608.28

Last updated: 2026-08-19

News and magazines (Gross)

Features & Capabilities

Access the latest and most trusted Capital Region news with the Albany Times Union News Chrome extension. Stay informed on any device with unlimited digital access to news stories, in-depth investigations, and exclusive commentary you won’t find anywhere else. Subscribers get full app access including TimesUnion.com, e-Edition, and newsletters. New subscribers enjoy 1 month free, then $14.99/month with the option to cancel anytime. Existing digital or print subscribers can seamlessly activate and enjoy their digital benefits. Manage subscriptions easily with auto-renewal settings. Prioritize your news consumption with Albany's leading source for comprehensive regional coverage.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App News & Magazines Communication

By:

Hearst Newspapers - LLC

Downloads:

28,672 46

Rating:

4.39

(510) 0.02

Version:

202608.28 Last updated: 2026-08-19

Version code:

2026080280

Creation date:

2018-09-24

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
android.permission.DOWNLOAD_WITHOUT_NOTIFICATION Moderate risk
android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS 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.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE Low risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE Low risk

Size:

158.33MB

Email:

DL*****@hearst.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-08-27

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 374,309 ▼ 1,013

Other rankings

#80 in News and magazines (Gross) ▼ 4

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Developed by:

Hearst Newspapers - LLC

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.timesunion.newsapp

Email:

DL*****@hearst.com

Website:

https://www.timesunion.com

User Reviews

Users find the Albany Times Union News app valuable for accessing local news conveniently and receiving timely alerts. However, multiple reviews highlight significant usability issues such as frequent crashes, buggy navigation controls, intrusive ads, unreliable article linking from notifications, and weak search functionality. Despite these drawbacks, many appreciate the app's editorial quality and easier access compared to print editions.

Pros

Easy access to local and Capital District news articles.
Helpful for staying updated with breaking news and alerts.
Preferred over the print version for convenience and easier reading.
Generally well-written and conscientiously edited local news source.
Useful notifications that help users keep up with news without needing to remember to check the website.

Cons

Frequent app crashes and bugs, causing frustration and unusability.
Poor navigation features, such as difficulty going back to previous pages and inconsistent swiping.
Excessive and intrusive advertisements, including pop-ups that cover content.
Issues with article links in notifications not opening directly or leading to blank screens.
Search functionality is weak or non-functional, often failing to open articles or deliver accurate results.