---
schema_type: "SoftwareApplication"
entity_type: "Mobile Application"
app_name: "News18: Latest News & Updates"
developer_entity: "NETWORK18"
bundle_id: "com.in.ibnlive"
app_store_id: "395194912"
category: "News"
primary_platform: "ios"
primary_monetization: "Free"
offline_capable: false
market_region: "US"
platforms: "iOS"
app_last_updated: "2026-04-25"
report_date: "2026-05-20"
last_verified: "2026-05-20T02:02:33.257Z"
report_version: "12.22"
total_reviews: 761
overall_rating: 4.48
confidence: "low"
confidence_score: 0.25
data_age_days: 42
momentum_velocity: "intense"
intelligence_version: 2
tags: ["news", "free", "mobile app", "app review", "app analysis", "indian", "consumers", "seeking"]
canonical_url: "https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/news/com-in-ibnlive"
license: "CC-BY-NC 4.0"
content_version: "v2"
---

# News18: Latest News & Updates App Audit

## TL;DR {#tldr}

- **Category**: News · Free
- **Signal**: Rating 4.48

> **TL;DR:** News18: Latest News & Updates is a news app by NETWORK18, rated 4.48/5 by 761 users, available on iOS.
>
> **Marlvel.ai App Intelligence** — Independent analysis. US Market. No publisher influence.

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> **Key Insight:** News18: Latest News & Updates is a news app by NETWORK18.
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## Quick Facts

| Fact | Value |
| :--- | :--- |
| **Rating** | 4.48/5 (761 reviews) |
| **Category** | News |
| **Developer** | NETWORK18 |
| **Pricing** | Free |
| **Platforms** | iOS |
| **Confidence** | Low (0.25/1.0) |
| **Data Age** | 0d |

## Metadata & Market Performance
- **Publisher:** NETWORK18
- **Category:** News
- **Target Audience:** Indian news consumers seeking real-time updates and live television coverage in their preferred regional language.
- **Platforms:** iOS
- **Version Audited:** 12.22
- **Audit Date:** 2026-05-20
- **Signal Count:** 5 reviews analyzed
- **Confidence:** Low (0.25/1.0)
- **App Store ID (iOS):** 395194912
- **Bundle ID:** com.in.ibnlive
- **Data Window:** Analysis based on signals collected up to 2026-05-20

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## Executive Snapshot
News18 is a digital news platform by Network18 that provides live television and written news coverage across 12 Indian languages. It serves as the digital extension of the News18 television network, integrating legacy archives with real-time reporting. The app is notable for its extensive regional language support and personalized content delivery.
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## App DNA (Features & Intent)
- **[Standard] Multilingual News & Live TV:** Provides access to news content and live television streams in 12 different Indian languages.
  * *User Intent:* Users seek enhanced value through premium features.
- **[Standard] Personalized News Feed:** Delivers news updates tailored to individual user interests.
  * *User Intent:* Users value self-expression and personalized experiences.
- **[Standard] Network Integration:** Features content from the broader News18 network, including CNN-News18, News18 India, and various regional channels.
- **[Standard] Archive Access:** Includes integrated access to historical ibnlive news archives.
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## Monetization Strategy
- **Model:** Free

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## App Momentum (Intense) {#momentum}

Last updated 24d ago. 5 versions tracked.

> **Cadence:** 5 total versions · 0 majors in last 6 months · 24 days since last update

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## The "So What?" (Strategic Takeaway) {#so-what}

News18: Latest News & Updates is an established news app that is completely free.
With a 4.48/5 rating from 761 reviews, it shows polarized user reception.

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> **Bottom Line:** While the app offers broad regional coverage and live streaming, user feedback highlights significant concerns regarding notification frequency and technical performance.
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**Best for:** Indian news consumers seeking real-time updates and live television coverage in their preferred regional language.

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## Key Metrics Summary

| Metric | Value |
| :--- | :--- |
| Overall Rating | 4.48/5 |
| Total Reviews | 761 |
| Confidence | Low |
| Pricing Model | Free |
| Platforms | iOS |
| Key Features | 4 analyzed |
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## Competitor Comparison

| App | Rating | Sentiment | Developer |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **News18: Latest News & Updates** (this app) | 4.48/5 | N/A | NETWORK18 |
| [The Press of Atlantic City](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/news/the-press-of-atlantic-city) | 4.3/5 | Mixed | BH Media Group |
| [PIX11 New York's Very Own](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/news/pix11-new-york-s-very-own) | 3.8/5 | Mixed | Nexstar Broadcasting |
| [KPRC 2 News](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/news/kprc-2-news) | 4.6/5 | N/A | Graham Media Group, Inc |
| [News4Jax - WJXT Channel 4](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/news/news4jax-wjxt-channel-4) | 4.6/5 | N/A | Graham Media Group, Inc |
| [Shreveport-Bossier Advocate](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/news/shreveport-bossier-advocate) | 4.8/5 | N/A | Capital City Press, LLC |

## Company Profile
- **Developer:** NETWORK18

## Data Sources & Links
- **App Store:** [View on Apple Store](https://apps.apple.com/in/app/news18-latest-news-updates/id395194912?uo=2)
- **Sources:** App store metadata, User reviews.

## Related Intel Reports
- [*The Press of Atlantic City*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/news/the-press-of-atlantic-city) (BH Media Group) — 4.3/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment
- [*PIX11 New York's Very Own*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/news/pix11-new-york-s-very-own) (Nexstar Broadcasting) — 3.8/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment
- [*KPRC 2 News*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/news/kprc-2-news) (Graham Media Group, Inc) — 4.6/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment
- [*News4Jax - WJXT Channel 4*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/news/news4jax-wjxt-channel-4) (Graham Media Group, Inc) — 4.6/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment
- [*Shreveport-Bossier Advocate*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/news/shreveport-bossier-advocate) (Capital City Press, LLC) — 4.8/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment
- [*한국의 TV 가이드 • TV-목록 (KR)*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/news/tv-tv-kr) (Thomas Gesland) — N/A Rating | N/A Sentiment
- [*FeedPulse*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/news/feedpulse) (Dor Pascal) — N/A Rating | N/A Sentiment
- [*Mocast*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/news/com-kruegersystems-mocast) (Krueger Systems, Inc.) — 5.0/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment
- [*Long Beach Press-Telegram*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/news/long-beach-press-telegram) (MediaNews Group) — 3.7/5 Rating | Negative Sentiment
- [*News4JAX+*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/news/news4jax) (Graham Media Group, Inc) — 3.6/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment

## Methodology {#methodology}

This report was generated by Marlvel.ai's 5-stage AI intelligence pipeline:

1. **Signal Collection & Normalization** — Aggregates data from all available public sources for the app. Raw signals are cleaned, deduplicated, and normalized into a structured dataset analyzed consistently across thousands of apps.
2. **Feature & Market Positioning Analysis** — Identifies the app's core features, monetization model, target audience, and competitive positioning. Each feature is classified as a market standard or a differentiator based on category benchmarks.
3. **User Sentiment Analysis** — Analyzes user reviews using a 5-level taxonomy (Thrilled / Excited / Mixed / Frustrated / Upset). Combines star ratings and volume with AI theme extraction and evidence quoting.
4. **Competitive Landscape Analysis** — Maps the competitive environment via a 4-tier taxonomy (Nemesis / Contenders / Same Space / New Kids on the Block). Prioritizes same sub-genre over broad category.
5. **Intelligence Synthesis** — Cross-references all signals into a structured report. Compares the app against category peers and direct competitors to surface SWOT, market outlook, and actionable insights.

- **Confidence Score:** 0.25/1.0 (based on review volume, data source diversity, and signal quality)
- **Reviews Analyzed:** 5
- **Data Sources:** user reviews, App Store metadata
- **Rating Method:** Weighted average across platforms (iOS & Android), weighted by review count per platform
- **Independence:** Fully independent analysis. No publisher sponsorship or editorial influence.
- **Report Age:** 0 days since last refresh

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