Evolution of News Consumption in The Age Of Mobile Apps

Abstract

The evolution of news consumption in the age of mobile applications represents one of the most transformative shifts in contemporary media behavior. The rise of smartphones, high-speed internet, and app-based platforms has revolutionized how audiences access, engage with, and interpret news. This study explores the changing dynamics of news consumption patterns, focusing on the growing dominance of mobile apps, social media, and digital aggregators as primary sources of information. It examines how immediacy, personalization, and interactivity have replaced traditional, one-way modes of communication, fostering a participatory culture where users are both consumers and distributors of news. Using a descriptive quantitative approach, data were collected from 300 respondents through an online survey to assess frequency, platform preference, trust levels, and engagement behavior. The findings reveal that audiences increasingly favor short, visual, and real-time content, often accessed multiple times daily through mobile notifications and social feeds. While this evolution enhances accessibility and convenience, it also raises concerns regarding information overload, declining attention spans, and credibility issues. The study concludes that mobile app-based news ecosystems have redefined journalistic practices, audience expectations, and the overall news experience, signaling a profound transformation in the relationship between technology, media, and society.