Devindra Hardawar

Devindra Hardawar is a technology journalist with nearly 20 years of experience. He started as the Amherst Student's first technology columnist and later worked in IT support before transitioning to covering New York's tech scene in 2009. He joined Engadget in 2014, focusing on consumer technology, gaming hardware, home entertainment, and anything that catches his eye. He also hosts the Engadget Podcast. Devindra has a strong interest in PC and gaming hardware like laptops and video cards but is also passionate about movies and TV shows. He holds no awards but once had his phone played with by M. Night Shyamalan.

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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

78%

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  • The author has a focus on consumer technology and gaming hardware, which may influence their perspective.

Conflicts of Interest

90%

Examples:

  • There are no direct conflicts of interest reported, but there may be indirect conflicts due to coverage of companies and products.

Contradictions

86%

Examples:

  • There are contradictions in the prices of MicroLED TVs and the mention of upgradability in desktops versus laptops.

Deceptions

66%

Examples:

  • The article uses relative terms like 'high-end' for Roku's Pro Series TVs which can be misleading, and there is an instance of a detachable Radeon discrete graphics that may not exist according to other sources.

Recent Articles

Microsoft's New Surface Pro Devices: A Game Changer with Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Processors

Microsoft's New Surface Pro Devices: A Game Changer with Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Processors

Broke On: Wednesday, 26 June 2024 Microsoft's latest Surface Pro devices, powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon X series processors and collectively known as Copilot+ PCs, mark a significant shift from Intel CPUs in the Windows PC industry. These new models offer impressive performance improvements and longer battery life compared to their Intel-powered predecessors.
Samsung Unveils New 89-inch, 101-inch, and 114-inch MICRO LED TVs: A New Era of Luxury Home Entertainment

Samsung Unveils New 89-inch, 101-inch, and 114-inch MICRO LED TVs: A New Era of Luxury Home Entertainment

Broke On: Wednesday, 05 June 2024 Samsung introduces new 89-inch, 101-inch, and 114-inch MICRO LED TVs with near-infinite color shades, immersive design, advanced AI processor for enhanced picture quality, Dolby Atmos sound system, and unique features like Samsung Gaming Hub and 4Vue. Prices range from $110,000 to $150,000.
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.
Dell XPS 14 and XPS 13 (2024) Review: Powerful Laptops with Stylish Designs and Innovative Features

Dell XPS 14 and XPS 13 (2024) Review: Powerful Laptops with Stylish Designs and Innovative Features

Broke On: Friday, 26 April 2024 The Dell XPS 14 (2024) and XPS 13 (2024) are stylish, powerful laptops with unique features. The XPS 14 offers a stunning OLED display, up to a 32GB memory capacity, and an optional Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 graphics card for gaming. The XPS 13 boasts an Intel Core Ultra chip, invisible haptic trackpads, and capacitive top row of function keys. Both laptops have impressive battery life, WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity, and biometric security options.
Framework Laptop 16: Highly Customizable and Upgradeable with Detachable GPU Module, Six Expansion Card Slots, and Swappable Parts

Framework Laptop 16: Highly Customizable and Upgradeable with Detachable GPU Module, Six Expansion Card Slots, and Swappable Parts

Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024 The Framework Laptop 16 is a highly customizable and upgradeable laptop with unique features such as detachable GPU module, six expansion card slots for additional ports or storage, and the ability to swap out parts. It has been praised for its high-resolution display, fast DDR5 memory, speedy performance and repairability in mind.
Roku Launches Its First High-End TVs

Roku Launches Its First High-End TVs

Broke On: Wednesday, 03 January 2024 Roku is launching its first high-end TVs in search of revenue growth. The company is debuting 55-, 65-, and 75-inch Pro Series TVs that will cost consumers as much as $1,500.

Microsoft Integrates Copilot AI into Dynamics 365 and Windows 10

Broke On: Thursday, 16 November 2023 Microsoft is integrating Copilot generative AI capabilities into Microsoft Dynamics 365 Field Service and other Dynamics 365 applications. The AI will surface relevant information based on a curated set of documentation, aimed at helping technicians with tasks such as troubleshooting and can provide step-by-step instructions to complete work. Microsoft is also backporting the AI-powered Windows Copilot feature from Windows 11 to Windows 10. The Windows 10 version of Copilot will require a PC with 4GB of RAM and at least a 720p display to run. The Copilot interface will allow users to ask the AI questions, manage Windows features, and interact with documents.

Apple's 'Scary Fast' Event: Anticipated Launch of M3 MacBook Pros and Potential New iMacs

Broke On: Thursday, 26 October 2023 Apple is hosting its 'Scary Fast' event in October. The event is expected to focus on the launch of M3-powered MacBook Pros. There is speculation that new iMacs may also be unveiled at the event.