NewsTap (Usenet Newsreader)
NewsTap (Usenet Newsreader) is made and published by Alexander Clauss. AppBrain is an independent app data site and isn't affiliated with Alexander Clauss. The app name, icon, screenshots and description belong to Alexander Clauss and are shown as published on the App Store.
AppBrain's verdict
EstablishedTop 10- Rating on App Store
- 3.42
- 19 ratings
- Last updated
- January 20, 2026
- Size
- 3.57 MB
It doesn't have enough ratings yet to judge what users think. Its best ranking is #4 in Top Paid, News in Switzerland.
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Store listing
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Features:
- Optimized for offline usage, so you can read and write news articles without an internet connection
- It's easy and simple to subscribe, manage and read news groups.
- Filters (also known as "Killfile") can automatically mark articles as read or mark them with a certain color.
- The application fully supports the portrait and landscape mode.
- Support for binary groups (photos and other files). Photos and pictures can be displayed directly. It's possible to add photos into the photo album or open them in other Apps.
- Quotes are displayed in different colors. Colors are also used to distinguish between read and unread articles, filtered articles.
- Hyperlinks are automatically detected and can be opened in a web browser.
- Optimized article layout for the small iPhone display. The original article layout is also available.
- Navigate within the articles from within the thread view or simply by flipping to the next/previous article with your finger.
- A graphical „tree view“ visualizes a complete discussion and makes it super-easy to follow and participate discussions.
- It's possible to hide articles that are already read and to hide quotes.
- Sync the read/unread states of the articles using a „newsrc“ file with other usenet client. The sync can be done via SFTP, WebDAV, Dropbox and iCloud.
- Post new articles or send followups.
- Build-in help, which explains all the application features.
For more screenshots please look at the developers web site.
Safety and technology
Found in the app by AppBrain- Price
- $3.99
- App size
- 3.57 MB
- Content rating
- High
Technologies used by NewsTap (Usenet Newsreader)
Releases
Updates seen on the App Store- Version
- 5.6.3
- Launched
- before 2010
No changelog data
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Rankings
App Store top charts- Highest rank
- #4
- Chart
- Top Paid
- News
- Country
- Switzerland
App Store Rankings for NewsTap (Usenet Newsreader)
Top rankings
| Rank | Country | Category | List |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Switzerland | News | Top Paid |
| 16 | United States | News | Top Paid |
| 11 | Canada | News | Top Paid |
| 11 | France | News | Top Paid |
| 12 | Germany | News | Top Paid |
| 6 | Denmark | News | Top Paid |
| 7 | Austria | News | Top Paid |
| 8 | Italy | News | Top Paid |
| 8 | Russia | News | Top Paid |
| 9 | Belgium | News | Top Paid |
Ranking history in Switzerland
About the app and developer
About NewsTap (Usenet Newsreader)
NewsTap (Usenet Newsreader) is a news app developed by Alexander Clauss.
User Ratings
NewsTap (Usenet Newsreader) is rated 3.42 out of 5 stars. The rating is based on 19 ratings.
App Information
NewsTap (Usenet Newsreader) costs $3.99. The app size is 3.57 MB. The latest version available is 5.6.3. The last update was on January 20, 2026.
Technical Requirements
The app has a content rating of High Maturity. The app has been available on the App Store since before 2010.
Developer information for Alexander Clauss
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Frequently asked questions about NewsTap (Usenet Newsreader)
Is NewsTap (Usenet Newsreader) free?
No. NewsTap (Usenet Newsreader) costs $3.99 on the App Store.
Is NewsTap (Usenet Newsreader) still available?
Yes. NewsTap (Usenet Newsreader) is on the App Store, and the last update we saw was on January 20, 2026.
How large is NewsTap (Usenet Newsreader)?
NewsTap (Usenet Newsreader) is 3.57 MB.
Is NewsTap (Usenet Newsreader) suitable for children?
App Store gives NewsTap (Usenet Newsreader) a high maturity rating. It is meant for adults.
How do people rate NewsTap (Usenet Newsreader)?
NewsTap (Usenet Newsreader) scores 3.42 out of 5 stars, from 19 ratings on the App Store.
Who made NewsTap (Usenet Newsreader)?
NewsTap (Usenet Newsreader) was developed by Alexander Clauss. It is listed in the news category on the App Store.
What are the best alternatives to NewsTap (Usenet Newsreader)?
People looking at NewsTap (Usenet Newsreader) also look at these news apps: Nextnews, Earthquake 3D, TidBITS News, KACU App, tiny Reader RSS.