Flow for Android

Overview

Flow is a lightweight news collector for Android that gathers your favorite websites into a single, easy-to-browse place. Built initially as a personal project by Saj, the app was later released for others who prefer having their news sources consolidated.

Main features

• Import and export your list of sources to keep feed management simple.
• Follow Twitter feeds by entering @usernames or tracking #hashtags.
• Refresh the feed list with a swipe gesture for up-to-date content.
• Add custom XML/RSS feeds in addition to standard sources.
• Use a left-side slide-out menu to access settings and navigation quickly.
• Search for content using the Google RSS API to locate items across feeds.
• Long-press a feed while editing to rename it or change its ordering in your list.

Customization and management

Flow lets you tailor exactly which sites you see and how they’re organized. You can:

• Rearrange feeds to prioritize what matters most.
• Edit display names so each source is clearly labeled.
• Import previously exported lists or share your current configuration with other devices.

Technical notes

• The app requires an internet connection to fetch feed and article data.
• Images from websites are saved to the device’s SD storage so you can view them offline.
• Minimal permissions are requested to enable network access and local caching.

Availability and classification

• Flow is free to download on Android devices.
• It is listed under Education & Reference, with a focus on Magazines & Newspapers.

Why use Flow

If you want a no-frills way to centralize several news sites, social feeds, and custom RSS/XML sources in one app, Flow provides straightforward controls and simple offline support to keep you informed without clutter.