Will Shanklin

Will Shanklin is a seasoned technology journalist with over a decade of experience covering gadgets and their impact on society. Prior to joining Engadget, he spent five years as the creator and leader of the mobile technology section for New Atlas. His work has also appeared on SlashGear, TechRadar, Digital Trends, AppleInsider, Android Central, HuffPost and others. In his free time, Will enjoys meditation/mindfulness practices, listening to great music and exploring the unique offerings of New Mexico.

Biography:  https://www.engadget.com/about/editors/will-shanklin-1/

80%

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

90%

Examples:

  • The author has a tendency to include biased language in their writing. For example, they use phrases like 'deceptive practices' and 'conflict of interest' without providing evidence to support these claims.

Conflicts of Interest

75%

Examples:

  • The author occasionally mentions potential conflicts of interest but does not provide substantial evidence to support these claims. For example, they mention that Microsoft may have influenced the decision to remove Twitter's API integration, but do not provide concrete proof.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • The author provides information that contradicts previous statements made in the article. For example, they mention that Spotify's Basic plan includes music and podcast content but does not offer audiobook access, despite stating earlier in the article that it includes 'all of Spotify's features'.
  • They also report on contradictory information regarding Microsoft's integration with Twitter and Facebook, as well as inconsistencies in pricing for certain services.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • The author occasionally uses deceptive practices in their writing. For example, they use sensationalist language in the title of an article to grab attention, without providing substantial evidence to support the claims made. They also mislead readers by implying that certain games are new releases when they have already been released.

Recent Articles

ChatGPT for Mac Now Available to All Users: Interact Easily with the AI Chatbot via Keyboard or Voice

ChatGPT for Mac Now Available to All Users: Interact Easily with the AI Chatbot via Keyboard or Voice

Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024 OpenAI's ChatGPT app for Mac is now accessible to all users, allowing easier interaction through a chat interface and Voice Mode feature. The latest update eliminates the need for subscriptions. Although it doesn't yet support GPT-4o's multimodal capabilities, the seamless integration enables file attachment and voice conversations.
Samsung Unpacked 2024: Paris Event to Reveal Galaxy Z Fold 6, Galaxy Z Flip 6, Ultra Smartwatch, and More

Samsung Unpacked 2024: Paris Event to Reveal Galaxy Z Fold 6, Galaxy Z Flip 6, Ultra Smartwatch, and More

Broke On: Wednesday, 26 June 2024 Samsung to unveil new foldable phones, smartwatch, and possibly a Galaxy Ring at its Paris Unpacked event on July 10, 2024. Expected announcements include the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6, as well as updated wireless earbuds. Paris's connection to the upcoming Summer Olympics may lead to promotional tie-ins or Olympics-related announcements. Reservations for new devices can be made before July 10 for a $50 Samsung Credit, with the event streaming live at 9AM ET.
Antstream Arcade Brings Retro Gaming to iPhones and iPads with Over 1,300 Classic Games

Antstream Arcade Brings Retro Gaming to iPhones and iPads with Over 1,300 Classic Games

Broke On: Wednesday, 19 June 2024 Antstream Arcade, a retro gaming subscription service with over 1,300 classic games like Pong and Space Invaders, launches next week as the first dedicated game streaming app on Apple's App Store following policy changes. Users can access it on iPhones and iPads for a promotional price of $29.99 annually or $3.99 monthly.
New Spotify Basic Plan: Music and Podcasts for $10.99 per Month

New Spotify Basic Plan: Music and Podcasts for $10.99 per Month

Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024 Spotify introduces a new $10.99/month Basic plan for US subscribers, offering music and podcasts but no audiobooks, potentially attracting price-conscious users and maintaining market share.
YouTube Introduces Community Notes Feature to Combat Misinformation and Provide Context

YouTube Introduces Community Notes Feature to Combat Misinformation and Provide Context

Broke On: Monday, 17 June 2024 YouTube is testing a new feature, community notes, that allows users to add context to videos during the pilot phase in the US on mobile. The aim is to combat misinformation and provide clarification on parodies or older footage presented as current events. Users can rate helpfulness of notes for improvement.
Apple Drops Apple Pay Later, Introduces Installment Loans Through Affirm

Apple Drops Apple Pay Later, Introduces Installment Loans Through Affirm

Broke On: Monday, 17 June 2024 Apple Pay Later, Apple's buy-now-pay-later service, is being discontinued in favor of installment loans through credit and debit cards and third-party lenders like Affirm. Users in the US can apply for loans directly during checkout. Apple introduced Apple Pay Later in 2022, but competition from other services may have led to its discontinuation. The new feature, expected to roll out later this year, will enable users to access installment loans with any Apple Pay-enabled bank or issuer.
Google Unveils Seven New Features for Android Devices: Edit Sent Messages, Instant Hotspot, and More

Google Unveils Seven New Features for Android Devices: Edit Sent Messages, Instant Hotspot, and More

Broke On: Thursday, 30 May 2024 Google introduces seven new features for Android devices, including the ability to edit sent messages on Google Messages up to 15 minutes after sending, Instant Hotspot for seamless device connectivity, and smart home control through the Google Home Favorites widget. Other updates include new Emoji Kitchen combinations, PayPal integration on Wear OS watches, and digital car keys for select Mini models.
Samsung's Upcoming Wear OS 5 Update: New AI-Powered Health Features for Galaxy Watch Users

Samsung's Upcoming Wear OS 5 Update: New AI-Powered Health Features for Galaxy Watch Users

Broke On: Wednesday, 29 May 2024 Samsung's upcoming Wear OS 5 update for the Galaxy Watch lineup introduces AI-powered health features, including an Energy Score, Wellness Tips, enhanced sleep analysis, and new workout tools. The update also includes personalized regimens and racing challenges. Expected to launch in beta form later this year.
Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit - A Heartwarming Haunted Island Adventure by Netflix and Spry Fox

Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit - A Heartwarming Haunted Island Adventure by Netflix and Spry Fox

Broke On: Thursday, 23 May 2024 Netflix acquires Spry Fox, developer of Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit, a haunted island adventure where players help ghostly bears upgrade their homes. Set for release on iOS and Android in June.
Spotify Discontinues Car Thing Device: What This Means for Users

Spotify Discontinues Car Thing Device: What This Means for Users

Broke On: Thursday, 23 May 2024 Spotify announces the discontinuation of its Car Thing device on December 9, 2024, leaving owners disappointed and seeking alternatives for in-car Spotify access.