Simon Batt

Simon Batt is a technology journalist who covers a wide range of topics including gaming, software, and hardware. He has written extensively about the latest developments in the tech industry, with a focus on unique and innovative products. His articles often provide insightful analysis and unique perspectives on various subjects. Simon's work has been featured on XDA Developers, where he regularly shares his expertise with readers.

Biography:  https://www.xda-developers.com/author/simon-batt/

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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

88%

Examples:

  • The author occasionally uses biased language to emphasize certain points.

Conflicts of Interest

50%

Examples:

  • The author occasionally mentions conflicts of interest but does not delve deep into them.

Contradictions

94%

Examples:

  • Articles contain contradictions regarding features and capabilities of various products.
  • Inconsistencies found in descriptions of how certain technologies work.

Deceptions

64%

Examples:

  • Articles contain deceptive practices such as misleading titles and omission of important details.

Recent Articles

Google's AI Assistant Gemini Scans Private PDFs: User Control and Privacy Concerns

Google's AI Assistant Gemini Scans Private PDFs: User Control and Privacy Concerns

Broke On: Monday, 15 July 2024 Google denies scanning private PDFs in users' Google Drive accounts without permission after Kevin Bankston, a senior advisor at the Center for Democracy and Technology, discovered Gemini summarizing his tax return without consent. Google maintains that content is only used in real-time to generate responses when Gemini is enabled but isn't saved without permission. The incident highlights concerns about user privacy and the need for more granular control over what AI technologies access.
Game Boy Camera to Function as a Webcam: Epilogue's New Update Brings Retro Aesthetics to Modern Video Calls

Game Boy Camera to Function as a Webcam: Epilogue's New Update Brings Retro Aesthetics to Modern Video Calls

Broke On: Wednesday, 03 July 2024 Epilogue's GB Operator update turns Game Boy Camera into a webcam, offering a retro, low-resolution experience. Expected release soon with configuration options.
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.
New Chrome Update Introduces Machine Learning-Powered Omnibox for More Precise Web Page Suggestions

New Chrome Update Introduces Machine Learning-Powered Omnibox for More Precise Web Page Suggestions

Broke On: Monday, 29 April 2024 Google's latest Chrome update introduces machine learning models into the address bar, predicting user intent based on browsing patterns and behavior. The ML system analyzes metrics like time since last visit to provide precise web page suggestions and allows for constant evolution.
8BitDo Releases Retro Mechanical Keyboard C64 Edition with Modern Features and Joystick

8BitDo Releases Retro Mechanical Keyboard C64 Edition with Modern Features and Joystick

Broke On: Friday, 29 March 2024 8BitDo has released its latest product, the 8BitDo Retro Mechanical Keyboard C64 Edition. This keyboard replicates the look and feel of an original Commodore 64 computer with modern features such as Bluetooth connectivity, macro support, a power light, joystick and two large red buttons.
Microsoft PC Manager: A Comprehensive Guide to Tidying Up Your Windows 10 PC

Microsoft PC Manager: A Comprehensive Guide to Tidying Up Your Windows 10 PC

Broke On: Saturday, 10 February 2024 Microsoft PC Manager is a free tool that helps tidy up clutter on PCs. It can be downloaded via the Microsoft Store and installed on Windows 10 or later. The app consists of five different functions: Home, Protection, Storage, Apps, and Toolbox. These functions allow users to manage their startup apps management, clean up big ZIP files that were unpacked but forgotten about remnants of old updates downloaded from the internet and more.