Former Apple creative director rips into ‘needlessly complicated’ iPhone names
If you’re not among the tech cognoscenti and find yourself a little confused by the new naming conventions of the latest iPhone models, you’ve got …
Andy Meek is a reporter based in Memphis who has covered media, entertainment, and culture for over 20 years. His work has appeared in outlets including The Guardian, Forbes, and The Financial Times, and he’s written for BGR since 2015. Andy's coverage includes technology and entertainment, and he has a particular interest in all things streaming.
Over the years, he’s interviewed legendary figures in entertainment and tech that range from Stan Lee to John McAfee, Peter Thiel, and Reed Hastings.
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