News is now fast, but getting to the news has never been easy. This is partly due to Google News and Apple News, platforms that allow you to personalize and customize your feed according to your interests.

Use this to navigate the two services in a streamlined, personalized way on your smartphone. Here's how to get started.

Getting Started with Google News

How to Get News On Your Phone

Google News keeps news discovery simple and convenient. Here's how to use this.

Download the Google News App

• Download the Google News app for Android. It's your gateway to the latest updates from around the globe.

Personalize Your Feed

• Tap Headlines to discover trending stories.
• Dive into diverse perspectives on the same story using Full Coverage.
• Discover topics, sources, or locations that matter to you by searching, and then tapping the Follow button on a topic, source, or location.

Curate in the Following Tab

• Use the Following tab to access your favorite topics and subscriptions. It will keep you current quickly on the latest developments in areas of your interest.

Optimize News on iPhone

To customize and make the most of it:

Set Up the News App

• Download the News app on your iPhone. Make sure you have a Wi-Fi or cellular connection for real-time updates. Apple News+ subscribers can also enjoy offline content.

Customize Your Feed

• Like and subscribe to channels and topics by using the Following tab.
• Add favorites to prioritize what appears in your Today feed.
• Block unwanted topics or channels by holding down on them and tapping Block Channel or Block Topic.

Discover New Interests

• Discover Channels will also allow you to discover new content. You can search for channels or topics by typing the name and tapping the Follow icon in the search results.

Exclusive Features Available Only on Apple News+

Apple News+ offers premium advantages, such as:

• Hundreds of magazines and newspapers are at users' disposal.
• Audio stories that users can listen to on the go.
• Daily crosswords and other interactive content.

Keep Informed and Connected

Both applications will let you know what's going on by setting up notifications.

Google News Notifications

• Enable the feature within your app to learn about breaking news and top stories immediately.

Apple News Notifications

• Turn on notification settings for specific channels or topics from the Notifications & Email tab. Sign up for newsletters with handpicked stories of interest.
• For Apple News+, users can get notifications with new issues of their favorite magazines and can enjoy features like audio stories.

Lock Content for a Clean Feed

Google News

• Share paid stories only when the recipient has a subscription.

Apple News

• Limit your Today feed stories to only stories from followed channels. Open up this feature within the mobile app in Settings > Apps > News for a more purposeful experience.

Why Personalization of Your News Feed is Important

Personalizing your news feed saves time and gives you the information that matters most to you. With Google News and Apple News, you can create a reading experience that suits your lifestyle using the great features the services provide.