Abner Li
Author Send tips/talk to abner@9to5mac.com or @technacity (open DMs). Abner Li has worked at 9to5Google since 2015 and in late 2020 took on the role of editor-in-chief. He is keenly focused on tracking what happens at Google, and is often the first to spot new features in Google's ever-growing family of applications that are updated on a daily basis, including Search, Assistant, Maps, Workspace, Android, Chrome/OS, Wear OS, To him,’ what Google does greatly impacts the technology space and modern life. Inside the company,’ he is particularly interested in the key products mentioned above,–as well as services like Google Podcasts and Google Lens. Each are massive platforms that can be unwieldy to grasp, with Abner keenly bent on understanding their philosophy and future direction. He is most excited about Google's plans for augmented reality glasses. Abner spearheads the APK Insight program at 9to5Google to chronicle all changes in the company's Android apps, often finding new features before they are officially announced. This includes redesigns and revamps, launches, and new products. A big area of interest is Google's hardware division, including Pixel,–Fitbit,–and Nest. He detailed all of the Pixel Watch's specs in full before launch, including bands and pricing. He also got wind of the Pixel Tablet's ultimate form factor. Recently, Abner detailed the Pixel Watch 3's specs in full before launch, including bands and pricing. He also got wind of the Pixel Tablet's ultimate form factor. Connect with Abner Li Google Search Google Search app gets customizable icons on iOS The Google Search app for iPhone and iPad, which basically is its own browser, now offers customizable homescreen icons.
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
10%
Examples:
- Abner Li appears to have a neutral and unbiased approach to reporting on Google-related news and developments.
Conflicts of Interest
100%
Examples:
- He covers a wide range of Google products and services, including Pixel, Fitbit Ace LTE, Wear OS, and Android 14 May security patch.
- His focus is on tracking what happens at Google and providing accurate information to readers.
- There are no clear conflicts of interest detected in Abner Li's reporting on Google.
Contradictions
95%
Examples:
- Some articles mention multiple models of a product (e.g., Pixel Watch 3 models with different features) which is not necessarily a contradiction but rather additional information.
- The articles provide no major contradictions or significant inconsistencies in the information reported about Google products and updates.
Deceptions
100%
Examples:
- He provides detailed information about Google products and updates, often including specific features, specs, and benefits.
- His articles are well-researched and informative.
- No deceptive practices are detected in Abner Li's reporting.
Recent Articles
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Google Pixel 9 Series: Release Date, Prices, Colors, and Rumored Features of the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and Pixel 9 Pro XL
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New Design Makes Google Photos' Locked Folder More Accessible for Privacy-Conscious Users
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Android 15 Beta 3.1: Google Addresses Face Unlock and Lockscreen Interaction Issues
Broke On: Monday, 01 July 2024Google's Android 15 Beta 3.1 update addresses face unlock and lockscreen interaction issues, improving user experience for eligible Pixel devices. 
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