Fluent iPhone news app

Fluent Mobile says it has developed the first news app that highlights only content formatted specifically for mobile devices. Fluent News for iPhone searches a variety of sources, including the Washington Post, New York Times and Wall Street Journal, using proprietary algorithms claimed to reduce search times and minimize bandwidth consumption.

The software automatically locates stories on the same topic from a variety of different sources, grouping them together. This prevents the browser from filling up a screen with several versions of the same piece. Complete articles are fetched as they become available, whether for instant access or offline reading. The app also supports sharing through Facebook, Twitter and e-mail.

Fluent News for the iPhone is available for free at the App Store. Versions for BlackBerry, Android and other mobile platforms are expected during the next several months.