Mat Smith
Bureau Chief, UK Mat Smith heads up Engadget's daily newsletter from London, UK. He has worked at Engadget for over a decade and has covered console gaming, flagship smartphones, the Apple Watch and fitness tech that promises to make him faster or stronger. He's currently learning how to backflip. Mat has previously written for The Guardian, The Times (UK) and the BBC, and speaks fluent Japanese. He sings the praises of his Instant Pot and makes regular kitchen gadget purchases that he usually regrets.
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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
90%
Examples:
- The author has a slight product bias in favor of Leica's new camera.
Conflicts of Interest
58%
Examples:
- Sony CEO Kenichiro Yoshida is quoted saying that the Sony device would offer a crisp viewing experience.
- There is a potential conflict of interest mentioned regarding Apple wanting to bring Google's Gemini AI to iPhones.
Contradictions
86%
Examples:
- The first-ever person to receive a chip implant from Neuralink was Noland Arbaugh in January 2024, despite the date being in the future.
- There are minor contradictions in the article about Dell XPS laptops and the new XPS 16.
Deceptions
62%
Examples:
- TCL says its next family of phones will also feature NXTPAPER 3.0 technology, but this is not explicitly stated as a conflict of interest.
- The headline for Sony's mixed reality headset breaks cover at CES 2024 claims that the device is as-yet-unnamed, but details are provided later in the article.
Recent Articles
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OpenAI's New SearchGPT: An AI-Powered Search Engine Challenging Google's Dominance with Real-Time Access and Meaningful Results
Broke On: Thursday, 25 July 2024OpenAI, the creators of ChatGPT, unveils SearchGPT, an AI-driven search engine offering real-time internet access and meaningful organization. Powered by GPT-4 models and partnering with publishers for accurate results, it aims to connect users directly with content sources. Google faces competition as OpenAI prominently features publishers in searches. However, the error-prone nature of generative AI models necessitates fact-checking. Mixed Reviews for Humane AI Pin and Rabbit R1: New AI Gadgets Struggle with Performance and Functionality
Broke On: Sunday, 05 May 2024Two new AI gadgets, the Humane AI Pin and Rabbit R1, have received mixed reviews due to various issues. The Humane AI Pin, a voice-first device with poor battery life and heat issues, was criticized for its high price tag and ineffective projector-based UI. The Rabbit R1, a compact orange gadget with voice controls and object identification capabilities, struggled to correctly identify simple items and had issues with playing songs and giving accurate weather information. Both devices represent the growing trend of AI integration in consumer electronics. 
Noland Arbaugh: The First Person to Receive Neuralink's Brain Implant and Control Computers with Thoughts
Broke On: Monday, 25 March 2024Noland Arbaugh, a quadriplegic man who sustained a spinal cord injury in an accident eight years ago and requires the use of a wheelchair, has become the first-ever person to receive Neuralink's brain implant. The chip is designed to allow people with paralysis or other disabilities to control computers using their thoughts. Arbaugh was able to play video games such as Civilization VI for eight hours straight and even played chess with his mind, moving the cursor on a computer screen by thinking about it. 
NASA's OSIRIS-REx Opens Canister Containing Ancient Space Rock Sample
Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024NASA's OSIRIS-REx mission has finally opened the canister containing bits of an ancient space rock collected during its billion-mile journey. The bulk of the asteroid material is now accessible after two stubborn fasteners on TAGSAM were removed using new tools developed by NASA technicians. The sample, believed to be over 4.6 billion years old and contains some of the oldest materials formed in our solar system. 
Sony Unveils XR Headset to Rival Apple's Vision Pro at CES 2024
Broke On: Saturday, 13 January 2024Sony has unveiled a new XR headset at CES 2024 that rivals Apple's Vision Pro in capabilities and design. The Sony-designed headset features 4K OLED microdisplays, the Qualcomm XR2+ Gen 2 chipset, wearable controllers, a flip-up facial interface, and is aimed at professionals for content creation purposes. It will streamline product development by creating 3D prototypes in virtual environments. Sony Unveils XR Headset to Rival Apple's Vision Pro at CES 2024
Broke On: Saturday, 13 January 2024Sony has unveiled a new XR headset at CES 2024 that rivals Apple's Vision Pro in capabilities and design. The Sony-designed headset features 4K OLED microdisplays, the Qualcomm XR2+ Gen 2 chipset, wearable controllers, a flip-up facial interface, and is aimed at professionals for content creation purposes. It will streamline product development by creating 3D prototypes in virtual environments. 
Sony Unveils New Spatial Content Creation System at CES 2024
Broke On: Saturday, 13 January 2024Sony is set to unveil its new spatial content creation system at CES 2024, powered by the Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 platform and outfitted with dual 4K OLED microdisplays. Designed for professionals in manufacturing and design industries, this device offers a crisp viewing experience and intuitive interaction for 3D design. User and space tracking enable mixed reality experiences through two controllers: one worn on the finger and another larger controller resembling a typical VR controller. Sony is partnering with Siemens to develop this technology, which will be available later in 2024. 
TCL 50 Series Smartphones to Launch at CES 2024 with Improved GPU Performance and Triple Camera Setup
Broke On: Tuesday, 09 January 2024TCL's NXTPAPER display technology continues to make waves in the tech industry with their latest line of smartphones, TCL 50 series. The device features two new improvements: a GPU performance boost by 30% and power consumption reduction by 17%, called Nxturbo. Additionally, it has a triple camera setup with a resolution of 50MP. Dell XPS Lineup: Up to RTX 4070 Graphics and New OLED Touch Panel Option
Broke On: Saturday, 06 January 2024Dell has released its latest XPS lineup with an updated XPS 16 featuring RTX 4070 graphics and a new OLED touch panel option. The laptops are powered by Intel Core Ultra processors equipped with AI Boost NPU for improved performance in AI-based tasks. Leica's M11-P: A High-End Camera Designed to Combat Disinformation
Broke On: Thursday, 26 October 2023Leica's M11-P camera is designed with 'Content Credentials' to combat disinformation. The M11-P is a high-end camera, targeted at professional photojournalists. The camera is priced at $8,995.