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Description
I’ve been using The Sydney Morning Herald for a couple months now. It’s basically a news app that lets you customize your feed and stay up-to-date with the latest headlines. Pretty solid if you’re into following current events.
Here’s what you can do – you can browse the top stories, set up push notifications for breaking news, and even access daily crossword puzzles if you get the premium subscription. There’s also a ‘My News’ section where you can choose the topics you’re interested in and curate your own feed. Took me a bit to figure that part out but it’s a cool feature.
Look, if you’re into staying informed on the latest news, you’ll probably like this app. It’s not perfect – there are some ads if you don’t pay for the subscription – but overall it does the job pretty well. Worth checking out if you want an easy way to get your news fix.
Editor Opinion
So here's my take on The Sydney Morning Herald - I've tested a bunch of news apps and this one's pretty solid. The customizable feed is a big plus in my opinion, and the crossword puzzles are a nice bonus for subscribers. That said, the ads can get a bit annoying if you don't pay up. And while the app is generally smooth and user-friendly, I did run into a few bugs here and there. But overall, it's a reliable way to stay on top of the news without too much fuss.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Tons of news coverage across different topics
- Customizable 'My News' feed is super handy
- Crossword puzzles for premium subscribers
- Notifications keep you up-to-date on breaking news
- Free to download, don't have to pay to use the basic features
Cons
- Ads can be kinda intrusive if you don't want to pay
- Ran into a few bugs and crashes during my testing
- Upgrading to premium is kind of pricey
- Can feel a bit overwhelming with all the content
Specifications
| Updated | 06.08.2025 |
| Age Rating | Everyone 10+ |
| Developer | Fairfax Media |
| Android | Android 7.0++ |
| Package Name |
com.fairfaxmedia.ink.metro.smh |
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