Features & Capabilities

Breaking News is a Chrome extension that serves as your global news hub, delivering up-to-the-minute coverage from trusted outlets—no signup required. Its clean, intuitive interface puts the latest headlines front and center and sends real-time alerts to your device, so you stay informed wherever you are.

Customize your feeds in Settings to focus on the sources you care about, and enjoy hours of audio with hourly newscasts and podcasts from NPR, BBC, CBC, ABC, CBS, ESPN, VOA, DW, Marketplace, FOX News, and more. This extension is independent and not affiliated with any included outlets, with privacy preserved by design.

User Growth & Download Statistics

By:
Vijay Anand
Rating:
4.60
(9,679)
10 new ratings
Version:
153.1.15 Last updated: 2026-05-02
Version code:
885193560
Creation date:
2010-10-29
Compatible devices:
Size:
13.59MB
URLs:
Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:
See detailed description
Source:
Apple Apps Store
Data ingested on:
2026-06-04
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Contact the developer

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Developed by:
Vijay Anand
Apple Apps Store
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/breaking-news/id398269756
Website:
https://breaking.iavian.net/contact.html

User Reviews

Users praise Breaking News for breadth of sources, customizable networks, a simple UI, and timely updates. It’s valued for fast, broad coverage and responsive support. However, recurring issues include unreliable notifications (not stacking, duplicates), content filtering/accuracy concerns (preferences not always respected), and paywalls limiting access to articles. Overall, the app is seen as fast and convenient for staying informed, but notification reliability and content access remain notable downsides.
Pros
  • Aggregates breaking news from multiple sources and allows users to customize which networks they receive.
  • Simple, clean UI with a useful widget and easy navigation.
  • Timely, up-to-date news delivery and a perception of fast coverage.
  • Reliable updates across outlets and broad global coverage.
  • Strong developer responsiveness with fixes and updates when issues arise.
Cons
  • Notifications are often unreliable for stacking and can show only the latest or duplicate alerts.
  • Content filtering/accuracy issues: some regions or sources appear despite preferences, and accuracy is questioned.
  • Content access can be gated by paywalls or subscriptions, limiting reading without payment.
Recent reviews
HONESTLY i can’t imagine my life without it now!!
by Ka*****, 2026-05-05

I have been using this application for a while to keep track of the most up-to-date news across multiple sources. I purchased the upgrade in 2023. Recently, I reached out to the developer as the restore purchase feature was no longer working after I upgraded to a new phone. In a short time, a new version of the application was pushed to the App Store and this resolved my problem. Thank you!
by jp*****, 2026-05-03

Brighten the home screen color please like it used to be. Otherwise I love it
by Hf*****, 2026-05-02
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