Google tries to burst filter bubbles with redesigned 'News' app

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Google wants to broaden your horizons — and maybe put some "fake news" to rest — with its updated News app.

The company rolled out the new program during its I/O conference TuesdayIt uses artificial intelligence to show everyone a broad perspective on the same information, unlike, say, the Facebook News Feed, which varies wildly from person to person. In other words, a story about President Donald Trump and Iran may incorporate information from a number of outlets, but it will look the same to everyone who sees it.

When you log in, you’ll see For You, Headlines, Favorites, and Newsstand sections. The first is filled with stories that the service thinks you’ll be interested in, while the “Headlines” section is populated with globally trending stories. “Favorites” lets you save stories, and Newsstand contains content from magazines and other outlets. Read more...

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Google tries to burst filter bubbles with redesigned 'News' app Google tries to burst filter bubbles with redesigned 'News' app Reviewed by mimisabreena on Wednesday, May 09, 2018 Rating: 5

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