Samantha Murphy

Samantha Murphy Kelly is a senior writer at CNN Business who writes news stories and features about how technology impacts our lives. She frequently writes first person accounts of new gadgets and services, contextualizing their influence on how we live. In addition to following major companies such as Apple and Samsung, she identifies emerging trends in the tech space.

Biography:  https://www.cnn.com/profiles/samantha-murphy-kelly

43%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This author has a poor reputation for journalistic standards and is not considered a reliable news source.

Bias

85%

Examples:

  • Although the iPhone 15 is a great device, it has no significant upgrades from the previous version.
  • The author uses language that dehumanizes those who hold certain beliefs about AI.

Conflicts of Interest

1%

Examples:

  • There is no evidence of conflict of interest found in the articles provided.

Contradictions

70%

Examples:

  • Apple is expected to unveil several new AI features at its developer conference in June.
  • `Gemini` includes chatbots and other AI tools.

Deceptions

35%

Examples:

  • However, there is no mention or link to any research paper or study which supports the development of these models.
  • 'Mengmeng Zhang's statement is misleading as it implies that Huawei's success was solely due to its competitive pricing.

Recent Articles

Samsung Unveils Galaxy Z Fold6, Ring, and Flip6: Innovative Features and Improvements

Samsung Unveils Galaxy Z Fold6, Ring, and Flip6: Innovative Features and Improvements

Broke On: Wednesday, 10 July 2024 At Samsung's Unpacked event on July 9, 2024, the tech giant unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold6 - a foldable tablet-phone hybrid with improved durability and longer battery life. The device runs on Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor and features new AI tools like an updated Note Assist. Samsung also introduced the Galaxy Ring, a smart ring offering health monitoring features for $399.99, and an upgraded Galaxy Z Flip6 with a more durable hinge, better battery life, and multiple colors for $1,099.99.
Samsung Unpacked 2023: Introducing the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 with Advanced Folding Technology, AI Capabilities, and Hybrid Privacy Options

Samsung Unpacked 2023: Introducing the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 with Advanced Folding Technology, AI Capabilities, and Hybrid Privacy Options

Broke On: Saturday, 13 July 2024 Samsung's latest innovations include the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6, both featuring durable hinges, improved battery life, and Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor. The Galaxy Z Fold 6 merges smartphones and tablets with a larger cover screen and advanced folding technology. The Galaxy Z Flip 6 offers compact size but advanced features, including AI tools like an updated Note Assist feature and Google's AI assistant Gemini. Both devices come with new privacy options, health monitoring features, and improved camera systems.
Toys 'R' Us Debuts Groundbreaking Film Created with OpenAI's Text-to-Video Tool Sora

Toys 'R' Us Debuts Groundbreaking Film Created with OpenAI's Text-to-Video Tool Sora

Broke On: Monday, 24 June 2024 Toys 'R' Us creates history at Cannes Lions Festival with first brand film made using OpenAI's text-to-video tool, Sora. The film, 'The Origin of Toys 'R' Us', reimagines the retailer's past and showcases potential disruption in digital entertainment.
Record Labels Sue AI Music Generators Suno and Udio for Copyright Infringement

Record Labels Sue AI Music Generators Suno and Udio for Copyright Infringement

Broke On: Monday, 24 June 2024 Record labels Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, and Warner Music have sued AI music generators Suno and Udio for copyright infringement over unlicensed use of sound recordings. The companies argue that their technology copies pre-existing content without consent, while Suno's CEO maintains it generates new outputs. Lawsuits seek injunctions and damages totaling $350 million, with RIAA warning of harm to artists and the music industry.
Apple's Personal and Powerful AI Leap: Siri as a Chatbot, Email Summaries, and More on iPhone 15 Pro

Apple's Personal and Powerful AI Leap: Siri as a Chatbot, Email Summaries, and More on iPhone 15 Pro

Broke On: Monday, 10 June 2024 Apple unveiled new AI features at WWDC 2024, including a more responsive Siri and email summaries, using on-device processing for privacy. CEO Tim Cook emphasized the importance of personal AI and partnership with OpenAI. New functions include custom emojis (Genmoji), user delegation tasks, and integration into Mail and Messages. Apple Intelligence, available on iPhone 15 Pro models and later devices, uses OpenAI's chatbot for systemwide writing tools.
OpenAI's Billion-Dollar Deal with Apple: Implications, Criticisms, and Ethical Considerations

OpenAI's Billion-Dollar Deal with Apple: Implications, Criticisms, and Ethical Considerations

Broke On: Thursday, 30 May 2024 OpenAI, the AI research lab, struck a deal with Apple to integrate its conversational AI technology into Apple's products. The partnership comes after CEO Sam Altman's controversial tenure and potential shift towards for-profit status. Microsoft's Satya Nadella expressed concerns over the impact on their product ambitions. Amidst tech giants' AI race, OpenAI faces competition from Google, Samsung, Huawei, and China. While AI brings advancements, it also raises concerns over privacy, job displacement, and potential consciousness.
Elon Musk: AI Will Make Most Jobs Optional - Universal Income as a Solution?

Elon Musk: AI Will Make Most Jobs Optional - Universal Income as a Solution?

Broke On: Thursday, 23 May 2024 Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, predicts most jobs will become obsolete due to AI advancements. He proposes a universal high income as a solution. Musk's concerns include potential consequences of advanced AI and the impact on employment and income distribution.
Microsoft's New Copilot PCs: Integrating AI Directly into the Operating System

Microsoft's New Copilot PCs: Integrating AI Directly into the Operating System

Broke On: Monday, 20 May 2024 Microsoft's latest initiative, Copilot, integrates advanced AI into its Windows operating system to revitalize PC sales. The new Copilot PCs offer features like real-time translation and team productivity tools. Despite privacy concerns regarding an AI screenshot tool, Microsoft's unique approach sets it apart from competitors.
Digital Avatars of the Departed: Comfort or Harm?

Digital Avatars of the Departed: Comfort or Harm?

Broke On: Tuesday, 07 May 2024 Digital avatars of deceased individuals, or 'deadbots', are growing in popularity through chatbots and AI technology. Companies like Replika, HereAfter, and Persona offer this service based on online presence and data. While some find comfort in interacting with digital replicas of their loved ones, experts warn of potential psychological harm. Thousands have already paid for these services in China, where the concept is rooted in tradition. Users can customize the avatars to look and respond like their deceased loved ones, but ethical concerns around privacy, consent, and exploitation arise as AI technology advances.
Apple Reports Record-Breaking $110 Billion Share Buyback Amidst Challenging Earnings: A Look at Q1 Revenue, iPhone Sales, and Mac and iPad Performance

Apple Reports Record-Breaking $110 Billion Share Buyback Amidst Challenging Earnings: A Look at Q1 Revenue, iPhone Sales, and Mac and iPad Performance

Broke On: Thursday, 02 May 2024 Apple reports Q1 revenue of $90.8 billion, down 4% YoY, with iPhone sales declining 10%. Net income dropped slightly to $23.6 billion despite a 4% increase in Mac sales and record-breaking $110 billion share buyback. CEO Tim Cook expresses optimism about AI potential and plans to reveal more information on generative AI in coming weeks.