X

X

3.7 Popularity

News and social app that's always buzzing

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Updated
October 2, 2025
Category
Age Rating
Mature 17+
Developer
Android
Android 8.0++
Package Name
com.twitter.android

So here's my honest take on X. I've tried pretty much every news and social app out there, and this one's... fine. It does what it says it does - you get breaking news fast and there's always something happening. But man, the interface feels cluttered compared to the old Twitter days. I like that you can customize your feed and follow specific topics, but sometimes it feels like there's too much noise and not enough signal. The community aspect is hit or miss - some great conversations, but also plenty of toxicity. Overall, it's a decent app if you want real-time updates, but don't expect it to replace your other social apps completely.

Manya Lyalya
AUTHOR: Manya Lyalya Editor, Grand Screen

Pros

  • Breaking news hits crazy fast - like minutes before other apps
  • Trending topics actually show what people are talking about right now
  • Live events and podcasts are pretty engaging
  • Easy to find communities around specific interests
  • Free to use and doesn't force you to pay for basic features

Cons

  • Algorithm can be all over the place with what it shows you
  • Gets pretty toxic in some comment sections
  • Ads feel more intrusive than they used to be
  • Interface feels cluttered compared to simpler apps
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3.7 /5
based on 22,777,303 reviews
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Been using X for about six months now, and it’s basically Twitter but with a fresh coat of paint. It’s that app where you follow people and see what’s happening right now – news, sports, whatever you’re into. Honestly, it’s my go-to when I wanna see what’s trending or catch up on breaking stories before they hit the mainstream news.

Here’s how it works: you follow accounts you care about, and your feed fills up with their posts. There’s also trending topics that show you what everyone’s talking about. And you can jump into conversations, share your own thoughts, or just lurk and watch the drama unfold. The live events and podcasts are pretty cool too – feels like you’re right there in the middle of things.

Look, if you’re someone who wants to stay in the loop on current events or just like seeing what people are talking about, you’ll probably dig this. It’s not perfect – the algorithm can be kinda weird sometimes – but it’s solid for real-time updates. Worth checking out if you’re tired of the same old social media apps.

User Reviews

Amanda White September 26, 2025

Finally found a news app that isn't totally biased! Love how they show different perspectives on stories. The UI is intuitive and sharing articles with friends is super easy.

Mike Wilson September 21, 2025

Love how I can keep up with what's happening in real-time! The notifications are spot on and the interface is super clean. Been using this app for over a year...

James Rodriguez September 11, 2025

Great for staying connected with current events. The community discussions are usually pretty insightful. Only complaint is that sometimes videos take forever to load.

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