Richard Lai

Richard Lai is a technology journalist who has been working at Engadget since October 2009. He covers breaking tech news and in-depth reviews for the site. Over the years, he has delivered many articles on various topics related to technology.

Biography:  https://www.engadget.com/about/editors/richard-lai/

52%

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

75%

Examples:

  • The author has a bias towards Samsung's AI features and their convenience. They also have a negative bias towards competition from other companies like Google Pixel.

Conflicts of Interest

50%

Examples:

  • The author has no clear conflict of interest in this article.

Contradictions

80%

Examples:

  • The article contradicts itself by stating that Samsung's new AI tools make a more compelling case for upgrading from any phone older than the S23 but also mentions competition from other companies like Google Pixel.

Deceptions

25%

Examples:

  • The article does not appear to be intentionally deceptive.

Recent Articles

Samsung Galaxy S24 Series: Upgraded Features and Competitive Pricing

Samsung Galaxy S24 Series: Upgraded Features and Competitive Pricing

Broke On: Saturday, 03 February 2024 The Galaxy S24 series from Samsung is a better version of its predecessor, featuring improved batteries and screens, as well as the latest Qualcomm chipset. The Ultra model offers AI-powered features like photo editing, language translation, and summary recording. Best Buy has discounts and trade-in deals for the new lineup. The design is similar but with some minor changes. Upgrading to a newer phone will get you more trade-in credit.
Apple's Vision Pro: A Mixed Reality Headset with Unique Features and a Breathtaking Interface

Apple's Vision Pro: A Mixed Reality Headset with Unique Features and a Breathtaking Interface

Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024 Apple's new Vision Pro is a mixed reality headset with spatial video, EyeSight technology that tracks eyes and fingers without controllers, unique Environments for desktops on steroids and 3D movies. However, some aspects like EyeSight can be unsettling.
Rabbit R1: An AI-Powered Device with a Free Year of Perplexity Pro Subscription

Rabbit R1: An AI-Powered Device with a Free Year of Perplexity Pro Subscription

Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024 The Rabbit R1 is a device that uses AI to perform tasks and learn new skills. It comes with a free year of Perplexity Pro, an app that accesses GPT-4 and other large language models. The device has sold 50,000 units in pre-orders and partners with Perplexity AI, which combines its own model with third-party ones to provide accurate information from the web.
ASUS ROG Phone 8: A Game-Changing Gaming Smartphone with Superb Camera Quality and Advanced Features

ASUS ROG Phone 8: A Game-Changing Gaming Smartphone with Superb Camera Quality and Advanced Features

Broke On: Tuesday, 09 January 2024 The ASUS ROG Phone 8 boasts a high-quality camera system with a 50-megapixel f/1.9 sensor and Super HyperSteady video mode, while the selfie camera has a wider field of view at 90 degrees. Both models feature Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, GameCool advanced thermal system, and Samsung E6 flexible AMOLED panel with a peak brightness of 2,500-nits.