William Gallagher
William Gallagher is a British journalist and author who began his career using Macs on a UK freesheet newspaper while also working for BBC Local Radio. He has written technology articles for various publications including Macworld UK, PC Magazine, Computer Life, Educational Computing & Technology magazine, and the British Film Institute. Gallagher has made over 790 public speaking appearances since 2012 and has produced and presented over 170 weekly editions of the YouTube podcast series '58keys' for writers who use Macs, iPhones, and iPads. He continues to freelance for the BBC. Gallagher's first book about television drama was published by the British Film Institute in 2012 and has since written 19 further titles on drama, writing, and technology.
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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
100%
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No current examples available.
Conflicts of Interest
100%
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Contradictions
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- An unreleased device identifier was found in tvOS 18 beta code, but the title suggests it points to a long-rumored Apple home hub.
- The author reported contradictory information about Grok AI being trained on user data without permission and X's website stating they use user interactions for training.
Deceptions
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- It may not have been pre-trained on posts, but it certainly is being trained on them now.
- Salesforce also confirmed that it had used the Pile in its building of an AI model for academic and research purposes.
- You have to be told.
Recent Articles
How to Opt Out of Elon Musk's AI, Grok, Scanning Your Twitter Data for Training
Broke On: Friday, 26 July 2024Elon Musk's AI tool, Grok, is undergoing supercluster training on Twitter data without users' explicit consent. Users can opt out by removing the checkmark for 'Allow your posts to be used for training and fine-tuning' in X/Twitter's Settings menu. 
Apple's Upcoming iPhone 17 Lineup: LTPO Displays for All, New Slim Model, and OLED for the SE
Broke On: Monday, 22 July 2024Apple's iPhone 17 lineup, set to launch in September 2023, introduces LTPO displays for all models with ProMotion technology and variable refresh rates up to 120Hz. The lineup includes a standard iPhone 17, two Pro models, and a rumored Slim high-end option. Expected features include an A19 Pro chip and 8GB of RAM for the Slim model, discontinuation of the Plus model, and an OLED screen for the next iPhone SE. 
Rumored Design Similarities Between iPhone SE 4 and iPhone 16: A Budget-Friendly Upgrade?
Broke On: Friday, 19 July 2024Rumors suggest Apple's new iPhone SE 4 will have a similar design to the upcoming iPhone 16, featuring identical manufacturing processes and dimensions. This could make the budget-friendly SE model look more like its pricier sibling, potentially appealing to more buyers. No official confirmation from Apple yet. /cdn.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_asset/file/23986640/acastro_STK092_04.jpg)
Tech Giants in Hot Water: Apple, Anthropic, Nvidia, and Salesforce Caught Using YouTube Subtitles Without Permission for AI Training
Broke On: Tuesday, 16 July 2024Tech giants Apple, Anthropic, Nvidia, and Salesforce have been using YouTube videos without permission for training their AI models. The subtitles from over 170,000 YouTube videos were harvested from 'The Pile' dataset and used in training. This breach of YouTube's terms raises ethical concerns regarding data ownership and potential biases in AI outputs. 
Apple's New Home Accessory: Rumors of a HomeAccessory17,1 with A18 Chip and Apple Intelligence
Broke On: Friday, 05 July 2024Apple is reportedly developing a new home accessory, referred to as 'HomeAccessory17,1', which could feature Apple's latest A18 chip and be compatible with Apple Intelligence. The exact nature of the device remains unclear, with speculation ranging from an updated HomePod to a completely new product. Apple's success in the smart home market adds credence to these rumors. /cdn.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_asset/file/24143278/226374_iPad_Pro_12.9_M2_2022_DSeifert_0005.jpg)
Significant Price Drops: Last-gen iPad Pros with M2 Chips Now Offer Up to $400 Savings
Broke On: Friday, 07 June 2024Apple's last-gen iPad Pros with M2 chips see price drops of up to $400, making powerful tablets more affordable. The 11-inch model is now $599 ($200 off), and the 12.9-inch variant starts at $799 ($300 off). Both offer Face ID, M2 processors, Wi-Fi 6E, and varying screen refresh rates. Apple Reportedly Planning OLED Display Upgrade for iPad Lineup Starting 2024
Broke On: Friday, 17 November 2023Apple is planning to introduce OLED display technology to its iPad lineup, starting with the iPad Pro in 2024. The 2024 iPad Pro series is expected to feature an LTPO panel, allowing for a ProMotion feature with a maximum refresh rate of 120Hz. The iPad mini is expected to receive an OLED display upgrade, with its size increasing from 8.3 inches to 8.7 inches. The iPad Air is expected to switch to OLED in 2026, with a new 12.9-inch model launching in 2027. A 16-inch MacBook Pro sporting an OLED screen is expected to be launched in 2025. Apple Launches 'Apple Pay Later' Service in the United States
Broke On: Tuesday, 24 October 2023Apple Inc. has officially launched its 'Apple Pay Later' service on October 24, 2023. The service allows users to make purchases and pay for them over time. Users can choose to pay for their purchases in four interest-free installments every two weeks, or they can opt for a longer-term payment plan with interest.