Abridge News

Abridge News

Escape The Echo Chamber

74 ratings
47 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • January 27, 2019
  • September 3, 2020

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About

Explore diverse perspectives on important topics with curated opinion pieces. Understand complex issues through factual summaries and engage with different viewpoints by swiping left or right on a spectrum. Increase empathy and critical thinking by encountering a range of arguments.

Daily debate-worthy topics
Four unique op-ed pieces per topic
Opinion spectrum for left/right arguments
Quick facts for objective framework
Summarized salient points from articles
User reactions to opinions
Category filtering (Politics, Sports, etc.)
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What's New in Abridge News

1.60

September 3, 2020

- routine bug fixes

User reviews

App is dead

What a wonderful concept, but as of jun21 this app is dead. There are no news stories newer than nov20.

The app developer must not have figured out a way to make money to keep this awesome concept sustainable

Updates to Stories

I think the app is amazing but doesn’t look like new stories are coming in.

Great Idea, lacks execution

I think that Abridge News does a good gob when it actually puts forth topics that are discussed, but it does so very scarcely. It barely puts new topics and could benefit from more ways of engagement.

Transparently biased

The concept of this app is terrific yet it’s an epic failure in its attempt to be unbiased. By using quotes from Op-Ed’s to show both sides of a topic, the founders/editors reveal their true bias. Do not waste your time on this app unless you are only interested in hearing the left leaning opinion and not really interested in having a fact based intellectually challenged representation. Using op-Ed’s is just quoting someone’s opinion. That is not journalism. This app could be great if they used researched backed facts about each topic rather than left leaning opinions. I think the makers of this app think the American people are stupid. DON’T WASTE YOUR TIME!
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So Important in These Times!

What a great concept and app. I’ve recommended to so many friends who struggle to understand how the news articles they see fit within the broader dialogue. The app works great and the content is on point!

FAQ

What does the Abridge News app do?

Abridge News presents daily debate-worthy topics, often political, sports, tech, or business related. It provides four curated op-ed pieces offering different viewpoints on each topic, alongside a set of relevant facts to offer an objective framework.

How does the 'spectrum' feature work?

The 'spectrum' feature allows you to engage with arguments on a left-to-right spectrum. You can swipe left for more left-leaning arguments and right for more right-leaning arguments, helping you visualize the range of opinions on a given topic.

Is Abridge News free to use?

Yes, Abridge News is a free application. The description indicates it does not have in-app purchases or advertisements, suggesting a completely free user experience.

What kind of topics can I find on Abridge News?

You can find a variety of topics including Politics, International affairs, Sports, Culture, Business, and Science & Health. The app focuses on debate-worthy subjects, often with a political slant, but also covers other significant areas.

How does Abridge News help me understand different viewpoints?

The app's core mission is to increase empathy and critical thinking by presenting diverse perspectives. It does this by carefully selecting op-eds from various sides of a debate, summarizing key points, and providing factual context, encouraging users to engage with and react to different arguments.