The News Tab

A new tab extension for chrome that allows you to view the latest news

The News Tab - New Tab Extension for Chrome

The News Tab is a new tab extension for Chrome that allows users to view the latest news while browsing the web. Inspired by Microsoft Edge's new tab page, this extension provides a customizable news feed without adverts. It features Google search, configurable article amount, and upcoming features such as weather app and clock app. The News Tab is constantly updated and users can suggest new features for future updates.

Add-on stats

By: jcbjoe
Users: 480
53
Version: 2.0.0 (Last updated: 2022-04-02)
Version code: 2.0.0
Creation date: 2021-02-13
Manifest version: 3
Overrides new tab: Yes
Permissions:
  • topSites
  • storage
  • alarms
Host permissions:
  • <all_urls>
Size: 713.89K
URLs: Website

Other platforms

The News Tab (v2.0.0)
5.00 (5) 214
Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
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Add-on summary

Want to view the news while browsing the web, or love the Microsoft News Tab but hate the adverts or weird articles it recommends? Then The News Tab extension is for you! A simple new tab that provides you with the news you want to see!

The News Tab extension was inspired by the new tab page for Microsoft Edge and their extension, Microsoft News Page. However this extension allows you to choose what RSS feeds are shown and doesn't display adverts!

Current Features:

  • Google search
  • Add/Remove RSS feeds
  • Configurable article amount

Upcoming Features:

  • Weather app
  • Clock app
  • Breaking news
  • Other tiles
  • Changeable search - currently only Google
See more

Add-on safety

Risk impact

The News Tab requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
  • Critical Allows access to all websites, posing a significant security risk as it can monitor and modify data from any visited site.
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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of The News Tab. Use it at your own risk.

Risk likelihood analysis details
  • High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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