A bit confusing. At the start the article says that Philae last made contact on July 9, and won't respond to commands. But at the end it says Philae is still se

A bit confusing. At the start the article says that Philae last made contact on July 9, and won't respond to commands. But at the end it says Philae is still sending data, albeit sporadically. Does that qualify as 'falls silent'? Maybe someone with more knowledge than me can explain.