Apple News
Apple News App Store stats
4.6
Average out of 5, US
1.6M
Lifetime count, US storefront
Free
Upfront price, US
Jun 2026
Current version released
Apple News chart history & listing changes
Tracked daily by Appstro · 11 Sept – 15 Oct.
What Apple News changed recently
- App icon changed
- App icon changed
- Updated to version 5.0
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About Apple News
Apple News is a news app developed by Apple. It holds an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 1.6M App Store ratings and was first released in 2016. Use Appstro to track its rankings across 175+ countries, analyze its keywords, and read its reviews.
Apple News brings you the world’s best journalism, all in one place. Top stories curated by editors, personalized for you; local news sources from al…
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Apple News — frequently asked questions
Is Apple News free?
Yes, Apple News is free to download on the App Store. It may offer in-app purchases or subscriptions.
Compare News app pricesWhat is Apple News's App Store rating?
Apple News has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 1.6M user ratings on the US App Store.
Read Apple News reviewsWho developed Apple News?
Apple News is developed and published by Apple.
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Apple News was first released on the App Store in 2016.
See the fastest-growing new appsWhat category is Apple News in?
Apple News is listed in the News category of the App Store.
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