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8world - Chinese News & Entertainment

Discover the latest Chinese news, entertainment, & lifestyle tips from Singapore & beyond in one convenient app!

8world
  • 3.4.9 Version
  • 3.1 Score
  • 251K+ Downloads
  • Free License
  • 3+ Content Rating
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CONS

Inability to access content due to app hanging

Frequent ads making navigation troublesome

App crashing after updates on certain devices

Confusing and messy user interface post-update

Issues with viewing videos in full screen

Constant requirement to sign in for every news article

Lagging performance while viewing news or playing videos

Missing translations for non-Chinese readers

Poor organization of content categories and sections

8world is a comprehensive Chinese language platform that delivers an extensive range of news, entertainment, and lifestyle content from Singapore and globally, presented by Mediacorp's Chinese television and radio networks.

FEATURE

- Stay informed with the most current and thorough stories from Singapore, Southeast Asia, Greater China, and beyond.

- Access the finest Asian entertainment and more, all at your convenience!

- Discover the latest lifestyle trends and tips; we have everything you need!

Vibes by 8world's "Improper Podcast" Wins Silver at the Asian Digital Media Awards

Mediacorp's Chinese digital platform, vibes by 8world, received recognition, winning Silver at this year's Digital Media Awards Asia 2025.

In August 2022, vibes by 8world launched its new and original podcast series, "Improper Podcast," featuring everyday people and celebrities discussing the hottest trends and entertainment gossip. The hilarious content has captivated viewers.

Vibes by 8world's "Improper Podcast" Wins Silver at the Asian Digital Media Awards

Mediacorp's Chinese digital platform, vibes by 8world, received recognition, winning Silver at this year's Digital Media Awards Asia 2025.

Vibes by 8world launched a new and original podcast series, "The Unorthodox Podcast," in August 2022. Featuring everyday people and celebrities discussing the hottest trends and entertainment gossip, the hilarious content has captivated listeners.

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The podcast underwent a revamp in 2024, adding interactive features and short videos, showcasing the cross-platform appeal of audio.

"The Unorthodox Podcast" has been successfully recognized internationally, winning the Silver Award for Best Podcast at this year's Asian Digital Media Awards.

The Asian Digital Media Awards, organized by the World Association of Newspapers and Press Publishers (WAN-IFRA), took place tonight (23rd) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

"The Unorthodox Podcast" also won the Silver Award for Best Podcast Host in the Special Podcast category and Silver Awards in the Podcast Single Episode and Special (Pop Culture) categories at the 18th "w3 Awards" in 2023.

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Information
  • Version3.4.9
  • UpdateJul 30, 2025
  • DeveloperMediacorp Pte Ltd
  • CategoryNews & Magazines
  • Requires AndroidAndroid 5.1+
  • Downloads251K+
  • Package Namecom.mediacorp.sg.channel8news
  • Signature363687e12172acd7eb8ff64ea98ce2b4
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  • Han Han
    Han Han

    I found an incredible news application. It keeps updating with the latest news consistently. The experience is dynamic and engaging.

  • Andrew Chin
    Andrew Chin

    Super slow connections can be so frustrating. Waiting endlessly for pages to load feels like an eternity. Then there's the issue of not enough content. Scrolling through endless lists only to find nothing interesting is a real letdown. And the format changes keep things even more chaotic. One moment everything looks familiar, and the next, it feels completely different. It’s exhausting trying to keep up with what’s supposed to be simple.

  • Beeshan Png
    Beeshan Png

    Hi there! It sounds like you enjoy reading a variety of newspapers on your HP. That’s fantastic! Keeping up with different news sources can be really insightful. Happy reading! 🌈

  • Peng Lu
    Peng Lu

    I loved that app. It was my go-to for everything. After the recent upgrade, things changed. The interface feels cluttered now. Ads pop up everywhere, distracting me. Navigating to the next article became a hassle. I used to just swipe left and move on. Now it’s frustrating.

  • Peter Lim
    Peter Lim

    The app has a frustrating user interface. Drama synopses, local news, and recipes are all mixed up. It feels chaotic and disorganized. It's surprising that the IT manager would approve this before it reached users. A better layout would make it so much easier to navigate. Users deserve an intuitive experience, not this confusion.

  • lalit gupta
    lalit gupta

    You can't watch videos, so you give it four stars. The ads showcase toggle, and you find them impressive.

Security Status
Clean

It’s extremely likely that this software program is clean.

What does this mean?

We have scanned the file and URLs associated with this software program in more than 50 of the world's leading antivirus services; no possible threat has been detected.

  • Name: 8world
  • Package Name: com.mediacorp.sg.channel8news
  • Signature: 363687e12172acd7eb8ff64ea98ce2b4