Asif Iqbal

Asif Iqbal Shaik is a technology journalist who specializes in reporting on Samsung news. He covers topics such as smartphones, wearable devices, and software updates. Asif has been reporting on Samsung for several years and has developed a deep understanding of the company's products and strategies. In his articles, he often discusses Samsung's partnerships with various companies and provides insightful analysis on the latest trends in the tech industry. Asif Iqbal Shaik is known for his accurate and informative reporting, which helps readers stay up-to-date with the latest developments in Samsung's products and services.

Biography:  https://www.sammobile.com/author/asifiqbal/

27%

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

10%

Examples:

  • Asif Iqbal Shaik reports on Samsung news with no signs of any clear bias.

Conflicts of Interest

35%

Examples:

  • Asif Iqbal Shaik reports on Samsung news and its partnerships with various companies. This may lead to a conflict of interest as the articles often mention sponsored and affiliate partnerships.

Contradictions

25%

Examples:

  • In one article, it is mentioned that 'Samsung is creating a new operation called the North America AI Center', while in another article, it states that 'Samsung has invested in several related technologies to improve AI features in its devices.'
  • In one article, it is mentioned that 'Samsung may prioritize the release of One UI 6.1.1 over One UI 7 for Galaxy phones.' In another article, it states that 'the delay of One UI 7 might disappoint some users but the potential enhancements in One UI 6.1.1 could make the wait worthwhile.'
  • In one article, it says 'Galaxy S21 FE gets blessed with July 2024 security update in USA', while another article mentions 'Galaxy S21 FE gets fourth One UI 6 Watch beta update'.

Deceptions

30%

Examples:

  • In one article, it is mentioned that 'Samsung remains the king of European smartphone market in Q1 2024', while another article states that 'Samsung’s next mid-range Exynos chip is as powerful as Snapdragon 888'. This may lead to readers thinking that Samsung's mid-range chips are as powerful as the flagship Snapdragon chip.

Recent Articles

Android 15 Beta 4.1 Released: Addresses Audio Issues and Installs July Security Patches

Android 15 Beta 4.1 Released: Addresses Audio Issues and Installs July Security Patches

Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024 Google releases Android 15 Beta 4.1 update for Pixel devices, addressing audio issues and installing July security patches (under 4MB download size).
Epic Games Shifts to Third-Party App Stores, Leaves Samsung Galaxy Store Over Alleged Anti-Competitive Practices

Epic Games Shifts to Third-Party App Stores, Leaves Samsung Galaxy Store Over Alleged Anti-Competitive Practices

Broke On: Thursday, 25 July 2024 Epic Games, the creator of Fortnite and other popular titles, is leaving Samsung Galaxy Store due to alleged anti-competitive practices and plans to distribute mobile games on fair third-party app stores. Fortnite will return to iPhones via AltStore in EU and launch on Android and iOS through Epic Games Store with a 12% store fee. Epic aims to end partnerships with non-competitive stores, following its legal battle against Apple over App Store fees.
Samsung's One UI 6.1.1 Update Introduces Live Effect Wallpapers and Auto Blocker Feature

Samsung's One UI 6.1.1 Update Introduces Live Effect Wallpapers and Auto Blocker Feature

Broke On: Friday, 19 July 2024 Samsung's One UI 6.1.1 update introduces Live Effect wallpapers, allowing users to turn any image into a dynamic parallax display, and Auto Blocker for enhanced security against unauthorized app installations.
Samsung Drops Samsung Messages as Default App on New Galaxy Phones in USA, Google Messages Takes Over

Samsung Drops Samsung Messages as Default App on New Galaxy Phones in USA, Google Messages Takes Over

Broke On: Sunday, 21 July 2024 Samsung has made Google Messages the default messaging app on new Galaxy phones in the USA, replacing Samsung Messages. This shift may be due to Google's push for RCS support and aims to provide a consistent messaging experience across devices.
Samsung's Galaxy Tab S10 Series: A Game Changer with MediaTek Chips

Samsung's Galaxy Tab S10 Series: A Game Changer with MediaTek Chips

Broke On: Thursday, 18 July 2024 Samsung is set to launch its Galaxy Tab S10 series in October 2024 with MediaTek chips instead of Qualcomm's Snapdragon processors for cost savings. The Dimensity 9300B chip, a flagship offering from MediaTek, will power all models. This switch could lead to less expensive pricing and Samsung has previously used Exynos chips as a cost-cutting measure. The high-end Galaxy Tab S10 series is expected to launch in October 2024 with advanced features and no smaller base model.
Samsung Strives to Make Future Galaxy Z Fold Phones as Thin as Galaxy S Series with 7.6mm Goal

Samsung Strives to Make Future Galaxy Z Fold Phones as Thin as Galaxy S Series with 7.6mm Goal

Broke On: Friday, 19 July 2024 Samsung aims to make its upcoming Galaxy Z Fold series phones as thin as its slab-style Galaxy S24, with mobile division head TM Roh requesting engineers to develop an 'extra slim' foldable phone. This would be a significant improvement over current models, which are thicker than the competition. Samsung is reportedly working on a thinner version of the Galaxy Z Fold 6, expected to be as thin as 10mm and have an 8-inch screen, in response to increasing competition from rivals like Honor.
New in ChromeOS 126: Digital Zoom, Seamless Android Setup, and Accessibility Upgrades

New in ChromeOS 126: Digital Zoom, Seamless Android Setup, and Accessibility Upgrades

Broke On: Thursday, 27 June 2024 ChromeOS version 126 introduces digital zoom in the Camera app, AI-powered Super Resolution technology, seamless Android setup process, multi-calendar support in Quick Settings Calendar, and accessibility features like disabling blinking text cursors and turning off swipe gesture for Magnifier. These enhancements offer a more convenient and comprehensive user experience.
Blackmagic Camera App: Pro-Level Video Recording on Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel with Advanced Features

Blackmagic Camera App: Pro-Level Video Recording on Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel with Advanced Features

Broke On: Monday, 24 June 2024 Blackmagic Design's new app brings pro-level video recording features to Samsung Galaxy S23, S24 and Google Pixel 7/8 devices, including manual controls, audio levels, and direct cloud uploads.
Samsung Galaxy S25 and S25+ to Maintain Same Camera Hardware, Ultra Model Upgrades: Report

Samsung Galaxy S25 and S25+ to Maintain Same Camera Hardware, Ultra Model Upgrades: Report

Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024 The Samsung Galaxy S25 and S25+ will keep the same camera setup as their predecessors, while the Ultra model may upgrade. The base phones have a 50MP primary rear and 12MP selfie camera, while the Ultra could get better main, ultrawide, telephoto shooters. All three run Android 15-based One UI 7.1 and promise seven years of updates. Battery capacity remains at 4000mAh despite competition increasing sizes.
Samsung's One UI 7 and One UI 6.1.1: Prioritizing AI Features or Sticking to the Schedule?

Samsung's One UI 7 and One UI 6.1.1: Prioritizing AI Features or Sticking to the Schedule?

Broke On: Wednesday, 19 June 2024 Google has achieved platform stability for Android 15, paving the way for Samsung's One UI 7.0 Beta Program in Q3. While Samsung may release One UI 6.1.1 with AI features and improved animations before One UI 7, Google's latest Android beta introduces a redesigned Wallpaper Editor and Adaptive Timeout.