# Headlines Impala

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

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `us.sliide.impala.headlines`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Plus44 Holdings
- **Category:** NEWS\_AND\_MAGAZINES
- **Downloads:** 2,386,971
- **Rating:** 4.25 / 5 (1,834 ratings)
- **Version:** 32.11.3
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-07
- **First published:** 2020-10-06
- **Publisher country:** GB
- **Size:** 89 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=us.sliide.impala.headlines)
- **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 Impala is a smart Chrome extension delivering personalized local and international news directly to your lock screen. Tailor your news feed by choosing from a wide range of topics such as Business, Entertainment, Food, Gaming, Health, Politics, Sports, Style, Tech, Travel, US News, and World News. Experience a fast-loading, clean reading interface designed to keep your eyes comfortable while keeping you informed.

Headlines Impala curates news from trusted and popular sources including ESPN, The New York Times, CNN, and The Huffington Post, ensuring you receive credible and timely updates. For support, you can access helpful FAQs or contact the dedicated customer service team available Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, via in-app help or email at support@impalaheadlines.zendesk.com.

## Rankings

- #40,403 — 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.impala.headlines.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users largely praise the app for timely, informative world news and a readable, rapid overview of top stories. However, frustrations include being forced pre-installations, perceived bias in headlines, compatibility issues with some devices, and negative impacts on battery life and performance.

### Pros

- Provides timely, informative world news updates.
- Easy-to-read interface with faster updates on screen.
- Useful with broad coverage from diverse sources.
- Quick way to view top stories for busy schedules.

### Cons

- Pre-installed by the manufacturer and cannot be uninstalled.
- Perceived bias and reliance on AI in headlines.
- Not compatible with all Android devices.
- Battery drain when using the app.
- Can cause device performance issues (e.g., freezing or lag).

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