# Pressconnects

> Breaking News + eNewspaper

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id518646584](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id518646584)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id518646584`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Gannett
- **Category:** News
- **Rating:** 4.20 / 5 (512 ratings)
- **Version:** 8.11.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-23
- **First published:** 2012-05-15
- **Size:** 189 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-17
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pressconnects/id518646584)
- **Website:** [https://www.pressconnects.com](https://www.pressconnects.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://cm.pressconnects.com/privacy](https://cm.pressconnects.com/privacy)

## Description

From critically acclaimed storytelling to powerful photography to engaging videos, the Pressconnects app delivers the local news that matters most to your community. Access in-depth journalism—from things to do around town and sports coverage from high school to the pros—to stay informed about what's happening nearby. Expect a fast, streamlined experience that makes it easy to view stories, photos, and videos.

Real-time breaking news, scores, and weather alerts arrive as notifications tailored to your interests. Personalize your reading with saved stories, adjustable text size, night mode, and offline access. The eNewspaper feature brings print-style content to mobile and includes access to USA TODAY and 200+ local newspapers for broader coverage.

## Rankings

- #75,219 — Overall

## Review summary

Users appreciate PressConnects as a well-organized, readable app with multiple access options including the online print edition and support for those who prefer a paper-like experience, and it delivers informative local journalism. However, many reviews report recurring problems: heavy advertising; outdated or delayed content (including obituaries) and unreliable current editions; frequent crashes and updates that break functionality; password and subscription management frustrations; and navigation/usability hurdles. Overall sentiment is mixed to negative, with praise for presentation and reach offset by reliability, accessibility, and update-quality concerns that threaten regular use.

### Pros

- Well-organized and intuitive interface, easy to read on mobile.
- Offers multiple access options, including the online print edition and a paper-like reading experience.
- Informative content with strong local journalism.
- Content is accessible in preferred formats across devices.
- Some readers report years of generally smooth use.

### Cons

- Too many ads and clutter, making it feel like a generic online news site.
- Content often not current; obituaries and editions can be delayed.
- Crashes or won’t open on multiple devices/OS versions; reliability issues with current edition.
- Password management and subscription cancellation are frustrating and opaque.
- Usability issues: hard to navigate and missing features (comics, advice column, games).

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