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The Philadelphia Inquirer

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Android The Philadelphia Inquirer, LLC
4.2 Popularity

Addictive local news app for Philly

System Requirements

Updated
August 20, 2025
Age Rating
Everyone 10+
Android
Android 8.0++
Package Name
com.ap.philly

So here's my take on The Philadelphia Inquirer app. I've tried out a bunch of local news apps and this one's pretty solid. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, which is key when you just wanna quickly catch up on what's happening. And plus, it's got a good mix of content - not just the big headlines, but also niche stuff like sports and entertainment. The only downside is those pesky ads, but that's pretty standard these days. Overall, it's a reliable way to stay in the loop on Philly news and events.

Manya Lyalya
AUTHOR: Manya Lyalya Editor, Grand Screen

Pros

  • Tons of content, covers all the major news and topics
  • Intuitive layout makes it easy to find what you're looking for
  • Free to use, don't have to pay to access articles and updates
  • Notifications keep you in the loop on breaking news

Cons

  • Ads can be annoying if you don't pay for the premium version
  • Some articles are paywalled if you want to read the full story
  • Doesn't have much in the way of multimedia or interactive features
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4.2 /5
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Been using The Philadelphia Inquirer app for a couple months now. It’s basically the official app for getting news and updates on what’s happening around Philly. Seems pretty solid if you’re into staying on top of local happenings.

You can browse through the latest headlines and breaking news in the clean, uncluttered feed. And there’s sections for all the stuff you’d care about – sports teams like the Eagles and Phillies, local politics, arts and culture, you name it. Plus, you can bookmark stories to read later or share with friends. Definitely comes in handy.

Look, if you live in the Philly area or just like to stay informed on what’s going on, you’ll probably dig this app. It’s not perfect – the ads can get a little annoying if you don’t pay – but overall it does the job pretty well. Worth checking out for sure.

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