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Haystack News: Local TV News

Haystack News: Local TV News

Android Haystack News
4.3 Popularity

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Updated
October 1, 2025
Age Rating
Everyone 10+
Developer
Android
Android 5.0++
Package Name
com.haystack.android

So here's my honest take on Haystack News: Local TV News. I've tested a bunch of news apps and this one's pretty solid overall. The selection of local channels is really impressive, and I like that you can customize it to your interests. The live news feed is handy for staying on top of breaking stories. But the ads can get a little intrusive if you don't pay for the premium version. And the interface takes some getting used to at first. Still, if you want a one-stop-shop for local and national news coverage, this is a great free option.

Manya Lyalya
AUTHOR: Manya Lyalya Editor, Grand Screen

Pros

  • Tons of local and national news channels to choose from
  • Customizable - pick your topics and sources
  • Live news feed for breaking stories
  • Weather forecasts for your location
  • Free to use, no subscription required

Cons

  • Ads can be annoying if you don't pay for premium
  • Interface is a bit cluttered and takes time to navigate
  • Selection of topics is good but could be even more comprehensive
GOOGLE PLAY SCORE
4.3 /5
based on 15,780 reviews
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I’ve been using Haystack News: Local TV News for a couple months now. It’s basically an app that lets you watch news from local TV stations all in one place. Pretty solid if you’re into staying on top of current events.

Here’s what you can do – you can pick the specific local channels you want to follow, as well as topics like international news, entertainment, and more. There’s also a live news feed so you can get breaking news alerts. And the weather section is actually pretty useful, gives you the forecast for your exact location.

Look, if you’re a news junkie and want an easy way to watch everything in one spot, you’ll probably like this. It’s not perfect – the ads can get a little annoying sometimes – but overall it does the job. Worth checking out if you want a free news app with a ton of content.

User Reviews

Juanita Gladhill October 24, 2025

Informative. The reporters are professional. They give the facts. Not the opinion of their station.

A Google user October 24, 2025

Content and channels are far too US-centric, with no option to select any channels from other regions like UK and Ireland. This is honestly a great app, but just wish...

Kwest Ambani October 24, 2025

Please provide an option to disable the robotic monotone "AI" summary bot. It's unnecessary and ruins the viewing experience.

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