Start
Start Summary
Start is a ad-supported Android app in the Personalization category, developed by Taboola News. First released 13 years ago(Aug 2012), the app has accumulated 131.5M+ total installs and 247.7K ratings with a 3.55★ (average) average rating.
Recent activity: 75.2K installs this week (396.8K over 4 weeks) showing steady growth , and -60 new ratings this week (-382 over 4 weeks) with declining momentum. View trends →
Store info: Last updated on Google Play on Jul 17, 2025 .
3.55★
Ratings: 247.7K
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App Description
Make your phone yours! Get the news you care about whenever you wake your phone
All the news and videos that matter to you, from the Start -- no more menus or multiple steps to find what’s new.
Start is jam-packed with great features:
✔ Start Magazine - You'r one destination for all content in a variety of topics: news, sports, entertainment, business, technology and the newest viral videos.
✔ HUGE Wallpaper Gallery - Choose from a large variety of free wallpapers and backgrounds and make your phone unique.
✔ Music Player - Listen to your music and create playlists for every mood.
✔ Weather - Instant access to weather updates in your location.
✔ Selfie - Selfies have never been easier. Take a selfie picture right from the Utilities Starter.
✔ Smart Search - Whether you’re searching for apps, contacts, or within the web - do it all from your home screen.
✔ Social Networks - all your friends are right here in one screen.
✔ Start Caller ID- identify calls from unknown numbers the second you receive them. No more number guessing or avoiding Know who you’re talking to.
✔ Notifications Manager - with Start, your important notifications are always shown first.
Please visit our Terms of Service at https://www.taboola.com/policies/taboola-terms-of-use-start-magazine and Privacy Policy https://www.taboola.com/policies/privacy-policy-start-magazine before accessing or using Start.
Start is intended for individuals 18 years of age or older.