Cheyenne MacDonald
Cheyenne MacDonald is Engadget's weekend editor and covers a wide range of topics. She has a strong interest in emerging technology, niche gadgets, climate change, space, privacy, and internet culture. Cheyenne has been reporting on consumer technology and science since 2015 and has experience as a founding editor at Input magazine. Offline, she is kept busy by her menagerie of pets both real and virtual but can also be found watching indie horror movies, playing challenging video games, or working as a wildlife rehabilitator. Cheyenne has written extensively about topics such as the impact of technology on our lives, the future of space exploration, and how we can use technology to address climate change.
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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
83%
Examples:
- The author occasionally uses biased language or implies certain viewpoints, such as referring to Intuitive Machines' Odysseus lander as an 'art installation' rather than a scientific instrument or vehicle.
- There are instances where the author expresses personal interests and opinions, such as discussing their love for indie horror movies and difficult video games.
Conflicts of Interest
60%
Examples:
- However, there is no evidence of conflicts of interest affecting their reporting or recommendations.
- There are instances where the author discusses their personal interests or connections to a topic, such as being among the founding editors of Input.
Contradictions
87%
Examples:
- In some articles, contradictions are mentioned and explained, such as the error in Odysseus lander's initial assessment of a successful landing.
- There are instances where the author provides specific details about a company's plans or actions that contradict their overall statements, such as Fossil Group exiting the smartwatch business while still providing updates for a few years.
Deceptions
50%
Examples:
- However, there is no evidence of intentional deception or manipulation in the articles.
- In some instances, the author may use misleading language or present information in a way that could be confusing, such as referring to Gemini in Messages as a 'chatbot' when it is more than just that.
Recent Articles
Preparing for the Night: A Survival Horror Experience in Halfway to Dawn
Broke On: Monday, 10 June 2024In Halfway to Dawn, a 10-minute survival horror game for Playdate, players scavenge for resources and prepare for an onslaught of eerie creatures in the second half. With limited time until dawn and resources, choices matter as players navigate different locations to find weapons and heal. The final stage tests your skills with intense monster attacks and limited ammo or knife combat. Boeing's Starliner Spacecraft Experiences Computer Issue, Delaying First Crewed Launch to ISS
Broke On: Tuesday, 04 June 2024Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, scheduled for its first crewed mission to the International Space Station (ISS), faced another delay due to a computer sync issue at T-minus 3 minutes and 50 seconds. NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams were set back as Boeing works to resolve the problem, with potential launch dates ranging from Wednesday to mid-June. Meanwhile, SpaceX continues making strides in the space industry with over 6,000 Starlink satellites and a $2.9 billion NASA contract for lunar landings. 
Unraveling the Mystery of Crow Country: A Unique Survival Horror Experience
Broke On: Wednesday, 22 May 2024Explore an abandoned amusement park in 1990 as Mara Forest uncovers the mystery of Edward Crow's disappearance in this throwback survival horror game, Crow Country. Scavenge for resources, face monsters, and uncover secrets while immersed in a captivating storyline that pays homage to Resident Evil, Silent Hill, and Final Fantasy VII. Available now on PC via Steam and consoles. Ghost of Tsushima Pre-Orders Canceled in Countries Without PlayStation Network Access: What Does This Mean for Sony's PC Gaming Strategy?
Broke On: Saturday, 11 May 2024Pre-orders for Ghost of Tsushima's PC port have been canceled in countries without access to PlayStation Network, leaving frustrated and confused players. Sony has not issued an official statement on the matter, raising questions about PSN account linking and its impact on cross-platform play. Parrots Prefer Live Video Chats: New Study Sheds Light on Parrot Engagement and Social Needs
Broke On: Monday, 06 May 2024Parrots prefer live video chats over pre-recorded videos, engaging more and exhibiting behaviors similar to real-life interactions. In a study, parrots made twice as many calls during live sessions and spent over five times more time engaged compared to pre-recorded videos. The findings suggest that technology may help meet social needs of captive parrots. NASA's Boeing Starliner Launch: A New Era in Space Travel with Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams
Broke On: Friday, 03 May 2024On May 6, 2024, NASA and Boeing marked a significant milestone in space travel with the launch of Boeing Starliner carrying astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams to the International Space Station (ISS) from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The historic event was a crucial step towards certifying Starliner as a crewed transportation system for regular missions, reducing NASA's reliance on Russia for crewed missions. The successful launch marked an important moment in space exploration and demonstrated the progress being made in commercial space travel. Tesla Announces Price Cuts for Model Y, Model X, and Model S: Making Electric Vehicles More Accessible
Broke On: Saturday, 20 April 2024Tesla announces $2,000 price cuts for Model Y, Model X, and Model S in the US effective April 20th. The moves aim to make electric vehicles more accessible and follow disappointing first-quarter sales and swelling inventory. New prices range from $42,990 for the cheapest Model Y to $87,990 for the Plaid Model S. 
LinkedIn Adds In-App Games to Boost Popularity of Wordle and Networking
Broke On: Saturday, 16 March 2024Microsoft-owned LinkedIn, a social platform for networking and job hunting, is planning to add in-app games such as Queens, Inference, Crossclimb and tap into the popularity of Wordle by allowing players to compete against each other based on their workplace rankings. 
Former Blue Origin Executives Launch Startup to Mine Helium-3 on the Moon for Quantum Computing and Medical Imaging Applications
Broke On: Sunday, 17 March 2024Former Blue Origin executives Rob Meyerson and Gary Lai have founded Interlune, a company aiming to mine natural resources on the moon. The startup will initially focus on helium-3, abundant on the moon but rare and limited in supply on Earth. Helium-3 could be used for quantum computing, medical imaging and fusion reactors. Interlune plans to excavate lunar soil (regolith), process it, extract helium-3 gas before shipping it back to Earth. 
Google Announces Nine New Android Productivity Features at MWC 2024
Broke On: Monday, 26 February 2024Google has announced nine new Android productivity features, including casting controls for Spotify to Google Messages, support for Gemini in Wear OS smartwatches, and an AI update that automatically summarizes long texts or group chats while driving. Additionally, Google announced new accessibility features such as improved screen reader support for Lens in Maps and a feature called Lookout that generates AI-powered captions for images found online or received in messages.
