The Economist - World News

Abstract

The Economist - World News is a reading and listening app for international news, reporting and analysis from The Economist Newspaper. It suits readers who want more context around world events, as well as people who prefer to follow journalism through narrated articles, podcasts or a concise daily briefing rather than headlines alone.

What it covers

The app brings together the publication’s articles and weekly edition in a mobile format. Its World in Brief offers a shorter route through the day’s important developments, while longer pieces provide room for explanation and analysis. This makes the app usable both for a quick check-in and for focused reading on a particular subject.

• Read articles and the weekly edition in one place.
• Listen to professionally narrated articles and podcasts.
• Download the weekly edition for offline reading and listening.
• Use news games, crosswords and historical quizzes as an alternative way to engage with the material.

Reading experience

The interface is designed around text and audio rather than a crowded stream of alerts. Adjustable text size and dark mode help accommodate different reading preferences and surroundings. The range of formats is useful for commuters and listeners, although users who mainly want rapid, headline-only updates may find the publication’s analytical approach more substantial than necessary.

At a glance

• Category: News & Magazines
• Developer: The Economist Newspaper
• Rating: 4.89 from 79,679 reviews
• Installs: 1,000,000+
• Access: The subscription-based model is an important consideration when comparing it with free news apps.