Feds seize a shipment of OnePlus Buds and announce they’re counterfeit Apple AirPods
The US Customs and Border Protection agency announced on Friday that it has seized a big shipment of counterfeit Apple AirPods at JFK International Airport, …
Andy Meek is a reporter 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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