Google News

by Google · Mountain View, United States · Since 2002

News aggregator.

OTT, music & entertainment appsFreeMobile app

Starting price: Free
Free trial / plan: Always free; Start without a card
Deployment: Cloud; Web, Android & iOS
App Advisor rating: 4.3; transparency & India fit

What is Google News?

Google News is ott, music & entertainment apps from Google, based in Mountain View, United States and has been building software since 2002. News aggregator.

Entertainment apps stream video, music, podcasts and audiobooks, and host games. Bundled telecom subscriptions make several effectively free in India.

It is completely free to use.

What works well

+Completely free to use
+24 years in business — a mature, stable product
+Native mobile apps for work on the go

What to watch out for

−Global vendor — check India-specific compliance (GST, TDS) and support hours before you commit

Best suited for: Startup · Small business · SMB

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Google News features

Category-standard capabilities plus what Google News adds. Verify depth in a demo.

Video streaming and live sports
Music and podcasts
Regional-language content
Offline downloads
Family profiles and parental controls
Ad-supported tiers
Telecom bundles
Gaming and esports
Mobile apps for Android and iOS
Free plan to start without a card

Google News pricing

Entry price

Free

No paid plan required

How Google News charges. Google News is free; some free products monetise through add-ons, payments or premium support, so check what stays free at scale.

Read from the vendor's official website. Prices change — confirm on news.google.com.

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Specifications

Category: OTT, music & entertainment apps
Vendor: Google
Headquarters: Mountain View, United States
Founded: 2002
Pricing model: Free
Starting price: Free
Deployment: Cloud
Platforms: Web, Android, iOS
Best for: Startup, Small business, SMB
Made in India: No

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Google News — frequently asked questions

What is Google News?+

Google News is ott, music & entertainment apps by Google. News aggregator.

How much does Google News cost?+

Google News is free to use.

Does Google News offer a free trial or free plan?+

Yes — Google News offers a free plan you can start with.

Is Google News made in India?+

No. Google News is developed by Google in Mountain View, United States, though it is used by Indian businesses.

Who is Google News best suited for?+

Google News suits startup, small business, smb buyers looking for ott, music & entertainment apps.

What are the best alternatives to Google News?+

Popular alternatives in ott, music & entertainment apps include MX Player, JioHotstar, JioSaavn. Use App Advisor's compare tool to see them side by side.

How is Google News deployed?+

Google News is available as a cloud (SaaS) product, with web, Android and iOS apps.