18. News App Critique
Now this may come as a surprise, but truthfully, I don't really keep up with news apps. I don't even use the Apple News app that is already installed on my phone. I consume all of the information I know about through social media, or I just go internet surfing. However, I am interested in taking a look and exploring different news apps if it means I get to talk about how much I do or don't like them and provide my opinion no one besides my professor asked for. I went and downloaded a couple of news apps just for this blog, and the first one I would like to talk about is The New Yorker.
The way my brain works, if I come across anything aesthetically pleasing to my eye, I will want it in my possession. I found the app logo pretty eye-catching, and so I wanted to see what it had to offer, and to say the least, I am not disappointed. The app is celebrating its 100th anniversary, so immediately upon opening, there is this nice variation of the logo on a black screen. It looks similar to a coin, not that it's important to my feedback.
Here I provided a screen recording of the app. The first thing I want to point out is the fact that this app relies heavily on subscriptions, so unfortunately, you will be hit with a paywall for everything you want to utilize. From what I have seen, The New Yorker isn't just a news app, it feels like you're entering a whole world of unique and very stylish storytelling. This app is filled to the brim with features you may not find in other news apps, such as its legendary cartoons and little games. It also offers short stories and fiction along with some poetry, making it feel like you're carrying a tiny library in your pocket. If you enjoy audio content as much as I do, the app includes podcasts full of storytelling, interviews, and cultural conversations. You can also look into its magazine-style features whenever you want something deeper or check out the reviews on books, movies, art, and TV to help you decide what's worth getting into. All of these features are put together in a clean, aesthetic way that makes the app's environment feel calm and organized.
I wish that I were able to do more exploring with The New Yorker, but due to all of the paywalls, I am unable to, but if you were to ask me if I think the subscription would be worth it, I would say yes. It offers many different forms of journalism and investigative reporting from trusted writers. If you're doing any research or need articles to write blogs about, The New Yorker provides in-depth analysis, cultural context, and well-written narratives rather than just breaking headlines.
Because of the many paywalls, I found another news app to give a review on, AP News, or The Associated Press. This app may not be as flashy or aesthetically pleasing, but you can get around a lot more than on The New Yorker.
You can think of the AP News app as that friend who always knows what's going on first. It's fast, clean, and very factual. Whenever a major event happens anywhere in the world, AP News is usually the one breaking the story, while the app delivers those updates instantly. You get short, straightforward articles that tell you exactly what you need to know, and they have bigger stories on politics, world events, science, entertainment, and a lot more. It's really simple to use, and it refreshes constantly. The app is perfect for anyone who wants real and fast news.
In comparison to The New Yorker, AP News is like the fast-paced reporter who gives you the facts the second they drop. It's quick, global, factual, and really straightforward. The New Yorker, on the other hand, is like the stylish storyteller who dives deep, cracks jokes here and there, and presents you with beautifully written features, fiction, cartoons, and art. It's slower and has way more personality.
I think the best thing about this app is that there are no paywalls. Here I provided a small screen recording of the app.
Overall, I've come to enjoy both apps for two totally different reasons. The New Yorker wins when it comes to aesthetics and vibes, it's stylish, creative, and honestly just fun to scroll through. It feels like reading the news inside a cozy, artsy café. But when I need fast updates, reliable facts, or solid sources for research, AP News will be where I go every time. It's quick, clean, and pretty much accurate. So while The New Yorker feeds my love for good storytelling and beautiful design, AP News is the one I would trust for real-time information. Together, they balance each other out perfectly, one for the vibes, one for the facts.
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