Alan Martin

Alan Martin is a freelance contributor who has been writing about technology for over a decade, covering phones, drones and various other topics. He previously served as the Deputy Editor of tech site Alphr and has contributed to numerous publications both online and in print. When not reviewing the latest gadgets, Alan can often be found playing video games or revisiting his favorite titles like Spelunky.

Biography:  https://www.tomsguide.com/author/alan-martin

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

90%

Examples:

  • Some of the biases are not clearly marked as such, which may confuse readers.
  • The author has a tendency to repeat information from previous articles without providing new insights.

Conflicts of Interest

90%

Examples:

  • The author sometimes fails to disclose potential conflicts of interest.
  • There are instances where the author has a conflict of interest, such as covering a company they have ties to.

Contradictions

88%

Examples:

  • The author sometimes relies on industry sources for information but does not verify their accuracy.
  • There are instances where the author provides conflicting information from previous articles without acknowledging the contradictions.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • The author occasionally uses misleading language or presents information in a way that can be confusing.
  • There are instances where the author does not clearly distinguish between their own opinions and facts.

Recent Articles

Rumored Upgrades: Apple's New iPhone SE 4 with Face ID, USB-C, and Larger OLED Display

Rumored Upgrades: Apple's New iPhone SE 4 with Face ID, USB-C, and Larger OLED Display

Broke On: Monday, 22 July 2024 Rumors suggest Apple's upcoming iPhone SE 4, set for release in early 2025, will bring major upgrades: Face ID, USB-C charging, a larger 6.06-inch OLED display, up to 8GB LPDDR5 memory, an A18 chip and possibly a single rear 48-megapixel camera.
New York Times' Strands Game: Uncovering the 'S-words' and the Mysterious Spangram 'Blades'

New York Times' Strands Game: Uncovering the 'S-words' and the Mysterious Spangram 'Blades'

Broke On: Saturday, 20 July 2024 The New York Times' daily word game, Strands, features the theme 'S-words' with answers like CLAYMORE, SCIMITAR, and MACHETE. The spangram 'BLADES' links opposite sides of the board.
Strands Puzzle Solution for July 14, 2024: Unraveling Homophones in the New York Times Strands Puzzle

Strands Puzzle Solution for July 14, 2024: Unraveling Homophones in the New York Times Strands Puzzle

Broke On: Sunday, 14 July 2024 Unravel the homophonic puzzle: Discover words with identical sounds but distinct meanings in today's New York Times Strands puzzle, hinted by the theme 'Say my name'. Explore homophones like 'peat' (near water or fuel vs. pet), 'whinny' (horse sound vs. past tense of whine), and more.
iOS 18 Update: Revolutionizing Messages with RCS Texting, Send Later, and Satellite Communication

iOS 18 Update: Revolutionizing Messages with RCS Texting, Send Later, and Satellite Communication

Broke On: Sunday, 16 June 2024 Apple's iOS 18 update introduces RCS texting support for enhanced photo sharing and group chats between iPhones and Android devices, as well as a new 'Send Later' feature to schedule messages. iPhone 14 users can also send iMessages using satellite communication when there's no cell reception or Wi-Fi.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Fold 6: Colors, Specs, and Rumors Ahead of July 10 Unveiling

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Fold 6: Colors, Specs, and Rumors Ahead of July 10 Unveiling

Broke On: Sunday, 16 June 2024 Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6, set to be unveiled at the July 10, 2024 Galaxy Unpacked event, are anticipated to feature improved hinges and vibrant color options. The devices are expected to run on Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipsets and sport similar camera setups as their predecessors. The Galaxy Z Fold 6 is rumored to have a wider cover screen and a more boxy shape, while Samsung aims to strengthen its AI capabilities through Galaxy AI on the Galaxy S24 family.
Exploring the Depths of New York Times Strands Puzzles: Deep Dive and It's in the Bag

Exploring the Depths of New York Times Strands Puzzles: Deep Dive and It's in the Bag

Broke On: Saturday, 15 June 2024 Discover the challenges of New York Times Strands puzzles from June 15 and 16, 2024. With themes 'Deep dive' and 'It's in the bag,' explore unique hints, answers, and facts for marine life-themed 'Deep dive' and tea time-related 'It's in the bag.' Uncover creative elements behind these word games.
Discovering Themes and Spangrams in the New York Times Strands Puzzle: A Look at 'Best in Show' and 'Picture Perfect'

Discovering Themes and Spangrams in the New York Times Strands Puzzle: A Look at 'Best in Show' and 'Picture Perfect'

Broke On: Sunday, 12 May 2024 Discover hidden themes in the New York Times Strands puzzle, a daily word search game. On May 13, 2024, find words related to 'Best in Show' dogs with spangram 'DOGPILE'. Previous day's theme was 'Picture perfect', revealing Best Picture award winners CRASH, ROCKY, PARASITE and GLADIATOR.
Navigating the Daily Challenge of New York Times' Strands: A Word Game About Walking

Navigating the Daily Challenge of New York Times' Strands: A Word Game About Walking

Broke On: Tuesday, 16 April 2024 Discover the daily challenge of New York Times' Strands puzzle, where players find theme words and spangram in a grid using letters that can move vertically, horizontally or diagonally. Today's theme is 'walking,' with hints and answers revolving around different speeds like trek, strut, amble and trudge. The spangram is 'pedestrain.' Complete the puzzle to test language and problem-solving skills.
Samsung Announces Release Date and Price of New Smartphones Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G

Samsung Announces Release Date and Price of New Smartphones Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G

Broke On: Monday, 11 March 2024 Samsung has announced the release of its new smartphones, Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G. The devices will be available on March 11th at a retail price under $499-$600 range. Both phones feature three rear cameras including one main snapper (at 32MP), an ultra-wide sensor (at 12MP) and a macro sensor for the Galaxy A55, while the Galaxy A35 has a front-facing lens of unknown resolution for selfies. The devices come with four years of major OS updates and five years of security patches.
Apple to Refresh iPad Lineup in 2024 with OLED Displays and New Magic Keyboard Accessory

Apple to Refresh iPad Lineup in 2024 with OLED Displays and New Magic Keyboard Accessory

Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024 Apple is set to refresh its entire iPad lineup in 2024 with dynamic updates and hardware changes, including the anticipated switch to OLED displays for better display quality. There are rumors of a new Magic Keyboard accessory that aims to make the iPad Pro more laptop-like with a sturdier frame and aluminum construction, as well as incorporating a USB-C port.