Michael Kan
Michael Kan is a technology journalist who has written extensively for PCMag. His work covers a wide range of topics including space exploration, consumer electronics, and the latest tech news. He is known for his unbiased reporting and thorough analysis.
Biography:
https://www.pcmag.com/author-bio/michael-kan
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The Daily's Verdict
This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.
Bias
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- In the article 'Blue Origin Shows Off a Mockup of Its Blue Moon Lunar Lander', there is a slight bias in favor of Blue Origin's efforts over other space companies.
Conflicts of Interest
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Examples:
- In the article 'Apple Watch Ultra 3 Might Not Launch Until 2025', there is a potential conflict of interest as the author, Michael Kan, has written extensively about Apple products. However, there is no evidence of direct financial benefit or personal relationships.
Contradictions
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Deceptions
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Recent Articles
LinkedIn Introduces Three New Thinking-Oriented Games: Pinpoint, Queens, and Crossclimb
Broke On: Wednesday, 01 May 2024LinkedIn introduces three new thinking-oriented games: Pinpoint, Queens, and Crossclimb. Designed to foster connections, these games include a word game (Pinpoint), a logic puzzle (Queens), and a trivia challenge (Crossclimb). Users can only play each game once per day and share scores. Inspired by the first crossword puzzle in The New York World newspaper, these games aim to help users engage with their network through unique challenges. 
Apple Users in EU Gain New Option: Altstore PAL, First Approved Third-Party App Store
Broke On: Thursday, 18 April 2024Apple users in the EU can now install Altstore PAL, the first approved third-party app store, following the Digital Markets Act ruling. Priced at 1.50 euros per month, it allows users to add sources for expanded app options and access paid apps using Patreon. The installation process is straightforward despite Apple's attempts to dissuade users. Developers can self-host their apps without a central directory. 
Mercenary Spyware Attack Affects iPhone Users in 92 Countries, Including India
Broke On: Thursday, 11 April 2024A mercenary spyware attack has affected iPhone users from 92 countries, including India. The goal is to remotely compromise the iPhone and access sensitive data or communications. 
Signal Introduces Custom Usernames for End-to-End Encrypted Messaging App to Improve Phone Number Privacy
Broke On: Wednesday, 21 February 2024Signal introduces custom usernames for phone number privacy. The end-to-end encrypted messaging app allows users to create unique names or QR codes instead of sharing their phone numbers with others on the platform, improving their security and anonymity. 
Microsoft Discontinues Popular Mice, Keyboards and PC Accessories but Gives Them a Second Life with Incase
Broke On: Saturday, 06 January 2024Microsoft has discontinued its range of popular mice, keyboards and PC accessories. However, the company's legacy with such products will continue to live on under a unique new partnership with Incase. Onward Brands announced that it will give those discarded Microsoft-stamped gadgets a second life under new branding. NASA's Lucy Spacecraft Discovers Binary Asteroid During Dinkinesh Flyby
Broke On: Tuesday, 31 October 2023NASA's Lucy spacecraft discovered a second asteroid during its Dinkinesh flyby on November 1, 2023, revealing that Dinkinesh is a binary pair. The Lucy mission was selected by NASA in 2017 and was launched on October 16, 2021. Preliminary analysis estimates the larger body to be approximately 0.5 miles at its widest, while the smaller one is about 0.15 miles in size. Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite Chip: A Potential Game-Changer in Computing
Broke On: Tuesday, 15 March 2022Qualcomm has unveiled its new Snapdragon X Elite chip, also known as the Oryon. The chip is an SoC, containing all necessary components of a computer on a single chip. Microsoft is reportedly considering using the Snapdragon X Elite chip in its upcoming Windows 12 operating system. Apple's Upcoming VR Device and Smartwatch: Rumors and Speculations
Broke On: Saturday, 28 October 2023Apple is reportedly working on a new VR device, the Apple Vision Pro, which is said to be up to three years ahead of its competitors. Apple is also rumored to be developing a new smartwatch, the Apple Watch Ultra 3, which is expected to feature a 360-degree camera. The release dates for both the Apple Vision Pro and the Apple Watch Ultra 3 remain uncertain, with some reports suggesting they may not launch until 2025. Blue Origin Unveils Blue Moon Lunar Lander Prototype for NASA's Artemis Program
Broke On: Saturday, 28 October 2023Blue Origin unveiled a mockup of its Blue Moon lunar lander on October 28, 2023. The lander is part of NASA's Artemis program, which aims to return humans to the moon by 2024. The Blue Moon lander is equipped with a BE-7 engine and a large cargo deck for payloads. The lander is designed to support both crewed and uncrewed missions to the moon. Apple Plans AirPods Line Refresh with USB-C and ANC Features in Late 2024
Broke On: Sunday, 29 October 2023Apple is planning a significant refresh of its AirPods line, including the AirPods Max, starting in late 2024. The new AirPods Max will feature USB-C for charging and will include Active Noise Cancellation (ANC). The H2 chip, a feature present in the AirPods Pro, will not be included in the new AirPods Max.