ABC13 Houston

Rating: 4.2	Downloads: 500,000+
Category: News & Magazines	Offer by: Disney

The ABC13 Houston mobile application delivers localized news, severe weather alerts, and in-depth coverage of Houston-area events directly to your smartphone. Used by thousands of Houston residents, this app offers a convenient way to stay informed about breaking news, traffic conditions, weather forecasts, and local happenings from your favorite ABC13 anchors and reporters.

ABC13 Houston provides essential real-time information that helps busy Houstonians stay connected to their community. It’s the perfect companion for navigating Houston’s unique challenges like heavy traffic and severe weather, offering hyper-local content unavailable elsewhere. Whether you’re a local resident or visitor, this app keeps you updated on the things that matter most for your daily life and safety.

App Features

• Breaking News Push Alerts: Get immediate notifications about significant local events including fires, accidents, and other emergencies. For example, during severe weather like hurricanes, these alerts save lives by providing critical evacuation information before others receive official notices.
• Personalized Weather Dashboard: Access hyper-local Houston weather conditions including minute-by-minute radar, severe weather warnings, and customized forecasts. Features like “I’m feeling hot” provide entertainment weather facts while behind-the-scenes “Behind the Forecast” videos explain meteorological phenomena relevant to Houston residents.
• Live Traffic & Commute Planning: Benefit from real-time traffic camera feeds and congestion reports for major Houston roadways. The intuitive map interface helps you avoid backups by suggesting alternate routes around construction zones or large sporting events.
• Digital Program Guide & Viewing Options: Watch full-length newscasts instantly with “ABC13 On Demand” streaming. The on-screen guide shows broadcast times and streaming availability for all six Houston-area ABC stations from a single dashboard.
• Local Event Calendar Integration: Discover Houston happenings from food festivals and live concerts to business expos and neighborhood gatherings. Get social media links and location details for events right in your neighborhood or across the metropolitan area.
• Severe Weather Emergency Kit Builder: A useful tool prompting you to assemble essential supplies before a storm. By associating expiration dates (like one-year-old batteries) with timely reminders, this feature ensures you’re always prepared for Houston’s potential tornado season or hurricane landfalls.

Pros & Cons

Pros:

• Comprehensive Local Coverage
• Multiple Viewing Options
• Severe Weather Preparations
• Seamless Social Media Integration

Cons:

• Occasional ad disruptions
• Data usage with video streaming
• Less international weather coverage
• Bonus channel additions occasionally lag

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I get Houston-specific notifications from ABC13?

A: You can customize your notification settings from the app settings menu. We recommend subscribing to key categories like “Breaking News Houston,” “Weather Alerts,” and “Traffic Updates” for the best local coverage.

Q: Can I use the ABC13 app without an internet connection?

A: Basic features like breaking news lists work offline with your last downloaded content. Video streaming requires Wi-Fi or cellular data, but for Houston rush hour commutes, the traffic information remains fully functional without connectivity.

Q: What about TV channel compatibility outside of Houston?

A: While we optimize for Houston viewers, the app connects to ABC stations nationwide. Your viewing may require specific digital antenna settings depending on your location, with our built-in “Channel Finder” guide helping you troubleshoot scanning issues.

Q: Why can’t I see the local event listings for upcoming festivals?

A: Some detailed listings are data-intensive to refresh frequently. You can enable our “Event Cache” setting under preferences to store Houston festival information for offline access during the event planning phase.

Q: How much does the ABC13 Houston app cost to download?

A: Our core features are completely free as a public service. With your optional Pro subscription ($4.99/month or $49.99/year), you get premium content including unlimited On Demand viewing, ad-free experience, and exclusive live feeds from all six Houston ABC stations.

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