Andrew Cunningham

Senior Technology Reporter Andrew is a Senior Technology Reporter at Ars Technica, with a focus on consumer tech including computer hardware and in-depth reviews of operating systems like Windows and macOS. He has written about tech since 2011, with bylines at Ars, Anandtech, Wirecutter, and The New York Times. Before that, he worked on the front lines of IT for five years, fixing things and helping people figure their technology out. Andrew lives in Philadelphia and co-hosts a weekly book podcast called Overdue.

Biography:  https://arstechnica.com/author/andrew_cunningham/

85%

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 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

85%

Examples:

  • Andrew Cunningham appears to have a slight bias towards Microsoft and its products. This can be seen in the article where he discusses the new Arm-powered Surface Pro and Surface Laptop aiming directly at Apple Silicon Macs. He also mentions that Microsoft is adding a dedicated Copilot key to PC keyboards, stating it's a sign that Microsoft wants people to use its AI products. Additionally, he refers to Windows Recall as an innovative feature despite the concerns and controversies surrounding it.
  • However, Andrew does provide balanced information about the potential issues with the new features and provides detailed explanations of how they work.
  • It is also important to note that Andrew has written about tech since 2011, covering various topics and companies in a fair and informative manner. Therefore, it can be concluded that his overall bias is moderate but leans towards Microsoft.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • Andrew Cunningham appears to have no conflicts of interest. He provides detailed information about Microsoft's new products and their potential impact on the market, but does not appear to have any direct ties or financial interests in the company or its products.
  • He also covers other tech companies such as Intel, Apple, and AMD, providing balanced information about their products and how they compare to those of Microsoft.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Despite these contradictions, Andrew provides detailed information about the products and their potential impact on the market.
  • There are some contradictions in the articles written by Andrew Cunningham. For example, he mentions that Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite processors are expected to be available in human-purchasable computers within the next couple of months, but then states that the Arm version of Windows has not been debuted in a form factor that would appeal to users who want a step up from baseline iPads. Additionally, he discusses Microsoft's new Lunar Lake CPUs and how they will be available in Q3 of 2024, but then mentions that the Arm version of Windows has not yet been released in a form factor that would appeal to users.

Deceptions

70%

Examples:

  • Andrew Cunningham appears to have a slight deceptive nature in his writing. This can be seen in the article where he discusses the new Arm-powered Surface Pro and Surface Laptop aiming directly at Apple Silicon Macs, without mentioning any negative aspects or drawbacks of these products. He also mentions that Microsoft is adding a dedicated Copilot key to PC keyboards, implying that this is a new type of key when it's not actually a new type of key.
  • However, Andrew provides detailed information about the products and their potential impact on the market, which can help readers make informed decisions.

Recent Articles

Microsoft's Surface Pro 11 and Laptop 7: A Game-Changing Shift to Arm Processors with Improved Performance and Longer Battery Life

Microsoft's Surface Pro 11 and Laptop 7: A Game-Changing Shift to Arm Processors with Improved Performance and Longer Battery Life

Broke On: Sunday, 30 June 2024 Microsoft's Surface Pro 11 and Laptop 7 mark a game-changing shift in the tech industry as they become the first flagship devices from Microsoft to exclusively use Arm processors, bringing an 'Apple Silicon moment' for Windows. With popular apps like Netflix, Kindle, Handbrake, Unity, VLC and Microsoft Office now available in native Arm versions and impressive performance improvements for emulated apps on the Snapdragon X Elite processor, these devices offer exceptional battery life and strong competition in the market. However, some apps like VPNs and older hardware devices may not run properly.
FreeDOS: The Last Active Development of MS-DOS Turns 30, Preserving Computer History and Legacy Applications

FreeDOS: The Last Active Development of MS-DOS Turns 30, Preserving Computer History and Legacy Applications

Broke On: Friday, 16 September 1994 Microsoft discontinued MS-DOS sales in 1994, leading Jim Hall and his team to create FreeDOS, an open-source MS-DOS recreation. Celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2024, FreeDOS is the last active development of a MS-DOS compatible operating system. It enables users to run legacy applications like Microsoft Word, Fallout, DOOM and SimCity on modern systems.
Microsoft's Canceled Keystone Console: A Compact White Box for Xbox Cloud Gaming

Microsoft's Canceled Keystone Console: A Compact White Box for Xbox Cloud Gaming

Broke On: Wednesday, 26 June 2024 Microsoft's planned Keystone console for Xbox Cloud Gaming was a compact white box with HDMI, ethernet, and power connectors. Intended to sell around $100, the project was canceled due to cost concerns in late 2022. Microsoft instead launched an Xbox TV app for streaming games on select Samsung devices.
Revisiting the Past: The Pocket 386 - A Compact Retro Laptop Powered by MS-DOS and Windows 3.x

Revisiting the Past: The Pocket 386 - A Compact Retro Laptop Powered by MS-DOS and Windows 3.x

Broke On: Thursday, 20 June 2024 Introducing the Pocket 386, a retro computing device launched in June 2024 that revives the MS-DOS and Windows 3.x era experience. Powered by an Ali M6117 processor, it offers a compact size, USB port, and various external connections for PS/2, VGA, parallel, and serial inputs. Despite its limited capabilities compared to modern laptops, the Pocket 386's nostalgic appeal and ability to run classic software makes it an attractive option for tech enthusiasts appreciating the history of personal computing.
Microsoft Delays Release of Controversial AI Feature Recall Amid Privacy Concerns: Opt-In Experience and Additional Protections

Microsoft Delays Release of Controversial AI Feature Recall Amid Privacy Concerns: Opt-In Experience and Additional Protections

Broke On: Friday, 14 June 2024 Microsoft delays release of AI feature Recall due to privacy concerns, now opt-in and with added security measures.
Microsoft's Recall Feature in Windows 11: A Potential Privacy and Security Risk?

Microsoft's Recall Feature in Windows 11: A Potential Privacy and Security Risk?

Broke On: Tuesday, 04 June 2024 Microsoft's new Recall feature in Windows 11, which uses AI technology to take screenshots and save personal data locally, has raised concerns due to potential privacy and security risks. Cybersecurity expert Kevin Beaumont discovered vulnerabilities, including data being stored in plain text form and OCR technology extracting sensitive information. Critics argue that unauthorized users could easily access user databases if they have local access or infect the PC with a virus. Microsoft maintains it's an optional experience with privacy controls but faces calls to recall or modify the feature due to productivity concerns and potential impact on data security.
Intel's Lunar Lake Architecture: Delivering 48 TOPS AI Performance and Power Efficiency

Intel's Lunar Lake Architecture: Delivering 48 TOPS AI Performance and Power Efficiency

Broke On: Tuesday, 04 June 2024 Intel's new Lunar Lake architecture delivers significant improvements in AI performance and power efficiency, with the Neural Processing Unit 4 offering up to 48 TOPS of peak performance. The architecture also features upgraded P-cores and E-cores, a next-generation GPU, and integrates 16 or 32GB of LPDDR5X memory into the package for reduced power consumption. Lunar Lake processors are expected to offer a 2x to 4x performance improvement overall and natively support H.266 VVC video.
Qualcomm's New Snapdragon X Elite and X Plus Processors: Challenging Intel and AMD in the PC Market

Qualcomm's New Snapdragon X Elite and X Plus Processors: Challenging Intel and AMD in the PC Market

Broke On: Wednesday, 24 April 2024 Qualcomm's new Snapdragon X Elite and X Plus processors are set to disrupt the PC market with improved performance, battery life, and AI capabilities compared to Intel chips. The flagship X Elite features a 12-core CPU, Adreno GPU, and Hexagon NPU for local generative AI applications. Microsoft is rumored to be the first adopter with its Surface tablet this year. Qualcomm claims outperformance over Apple's M3 chip, Intel's Core Ultra 7155H, and AMD's Ryzen 9 7940HS.
Microsoft's Format Drive Dialog Box: A 30-Year Old Temporary Solution Still in Use Today

Microsoft's Format Drive Dialog Box: A 30-Year Old Temporary Solution Still in Use Today

Broke On: Monday, 25 March 2024 Microsoft's Format drive dialog box, created 30 years ago by Dave Plummer and his team at the company's headquarters in Redmond, is still in use today as a temporary solution despite being ported from consumer-focused Windows 95 to more stable but resource-intensive Windows NT.
Apple Prepares to Launch Updated iPad Models with OLED Screens and Magic Keyboard Upgrade

Apple Prepares to Launch Updated iPad Models with OLED Screens and Magic Keyboard Upgrade

Broke On: Monday, 11 March 2024 Apple is set to launch new iPad Pro and Air models with OLED screens, along with an upgrade for the Magic Keyboard accessory. These products are expected to be released in March or April alongside a special build of iOS 17.4 that supports new hardware.