Socialife News 4.1.18.30.1
Intuitive interface with plenty of features at hand
The layout is similar to that of many apps, with a side menu that incorporates all sections and settings. You can change the language of the app or have it display notifications of new content in the panel.
Registration is only needed if you wish to save bookmarks and access them from other devices. Sign up with Facebook or Twitter to do so. The app doesn't come with a night view but has plenty of instructions to get you started and tips to show you where you can find the best features.
Browse through various articles
The app makes it easy to find articles and reports you're interested in, tap on headlines from the side menu and you'll be provided with a selection of articles from top news agencies and websites, all based on your preferences.
You have the option of removing providers or adding new ones. In addition, you can directly post on Facebook from withing the app, or share articles with friends.
The app comes with animation, when you tap on an article, it opens the headline with some text you'll need to tap again to open the whole article. You have the option of sharing articles, adjusting the font or bookmarking to make it easy to read them from other devices.
Manage your feed
The app lets you personalize your feed and decide articles from which topics will be featured. You can choose keywords or import articles from a certain website. In addition, there's the option of adding feeds by category, everything from music, city guides, sports and business.
Still, the viewer section should make it easier for users to reach categories that they're interested in without continuously scrolling down. The app is optimized for smartphones and tablets and it as over 250 news partners and it also delivers your news feed from Facebook and Twitter.
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Bottom Line
Design / UI9
The interface is really sleek and it includes animation and plenty of visual effects to make it easy and fun to read the news. |
Function8
It works well and comes with articles from top news providers, but it could use a night view mode and the option to download content. |
Security8
It doesn't need many permissions from your phone, but it could be considered an intrusive app especially when it comes to your Facebook profile. |
Battery5
Consumption is really high, even for a news reader app so keep an eye on the battery. |
Price10
Completely free of charge, no ads or in-app purchases whatsoever. |
Compatibility8
The developer didn't mention Android versions required for this app to work. |
A neat news reader app, but it could use some improvements.
Specifications
- price:
- 100% Free
- current version:
- 4.1.18.30.1
- reviewed version:
- 4.1.18.30.1
- developer:
- Sony Corporation
- category:
- INTERNET & NETWORK
- os version req.:
- Varies with device
- age rating:
- N/A
- in-app purchases:
- No
- hits:
- 264