# Headlines Flamingo

> Local & international news tailored to your preferences every day!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/us.sliide.flamingo](https://chrome-stats.com/d/us.sliide.flamingo)

## Overview

- **ID:** `us.sliide.flamingo`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Plus44 Holdings
- **Category:** NEWS\_AND\_MAGAZINES
- **Downloads:** 1,005,014
- **Rating:** 4.66 / 5 (1,075 ratings)
- **Version:** 32.11.3
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-07
- **First published:** 2024-05-13
- **Publisher country:** GB
- **Size:** 81 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-14
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=us.sliide.flamingo)
- **Website:** [https://sliide.com](https://sliide.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://docs.sliide.com/policies/privacy-policy.html](https://docs.sliide.com/policies/privacy-policy.html)

## Description

Headlines Flamingo is a smart Chrome extension that delivers the latest local and international news directly to your lock screen, tailored to your interests. With a clean and fast reading experience, it ensures you stay informed and entertained on topics such as Business, Entertainment, Health, Sports, Technology, and more. Users can select preferred topics to receive personalized headlines from reputable sources like ESPN, The New York Times, CNN, and The Huffington Post.

The extension supports seamless access to breaking news and keeps you ahead with the most relevant updates each day. For assistance, the support team is available Monday to Friday, ensuring users have a smooth experience. Headlines Flamingo is perfect for those who want an effortless, curated news feed right at their fingertips.

## Rankings

- #68,105 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.AD_SERVICES_CONFIG`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.DOWNLOAD_WITHOUT_NOTIFICATION`
- `android.permission.EXPAND_STATUS_BAR`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_NUMBERS`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.READ_PRIVILEGED_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.READ_WALLPAPER_INTERNAL`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.REORDER_TASKS`
- `android.permission.START_ACTIVITIES_FROM_BACKGROUND`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.amazon.privacypass.ATTEST`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.tmobile.dm.ms.services.permission.EXTERNAL_SERVICE`
- `us.sliide.flamingo.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Reviews are mixed. A subset of users praise the app for delivering headlines and world news, and several rate it highly. However, the majority complain about intrusive ad behavior (banners, lockscreen ads, clickbait) and performance problems, including battery drain. A recurring issue is its persistence: it resists uninstallation and reappears after attempts to remove it. Overall, news usefulness is offset by aggressive advertising and uninstall-resistant behavior.

### Pros

- Headline-style news content helps some users stay informed about world news.
- Positive user sentiment with multiple high ratings or praise (e.g., 'Great', 'five star', 'it's good').
- Easy to navigate.

### Cons

- Ad-heavy experience with banners and lockscreen ads, plus clickbait.
- Significant battery drain and slower device performance.
- Difficult or uninstall-resistant behavior; the app persists after removal attempts.
- Takes up space on the device.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/us.sliide.flamingo)