Could iPhone 16 preorders start earlier than usual?
Apple announced that its iPhone 16 launch event will take place on Monday, September 9th, which is an unusual day of the week for iPhone …
Chris Smith has been covering consumer electronics ever since the iPhone revolutionized the industry in 2007. When he’s not writing about the most recent tech news for BGR, he closely follows the events in Marvel’s Cinematic Universe and other blockbuster franchises.
Outside of work, you’ll catch him streaming new movies and TV shows, or training to run his next marathon.
Articles by Chris Smith
Who cares about iPhone sideloading? All I want is Apple Intelligence
Apple is about to release the final version of iOS 18 after nearly three months of beta testing. As with previous iOS releases, it’ll be …
Only iPhone 17 Pro Max will get 12GB of RAM, but that’s great news for AI in iOS 19
The iPhone 16 will launch on September 9th and hit stores about ten days later, but we already have the first iPhone 17 rumors out …
The science behind why you shouldn’t microwave food in plastic containers
I’ve used plastic containers to heat food in the microwave for years. I bet plenty of people routinely use plastic containers that are safe for …
When will Deadpool & Wolverine premiere on Disney Plus?
As of this writing, Deadpool & Wolverine has earned $1.214 billion at the global box office. That figure will continue to go up with each …
Buying an iPhone 16? Here’s when to trade in your current iPhone for the best payout
The iPhone 16 event takes place on September 9th, as Apple sent out invitations for the press conference earlier this week. Assuming Apple doesn’t change …
I hope the iPhone 16 doesn’t have the same AI problem as the Pixel 9
The Pixel 9 is Google’s biggest attack on the iPhone so far. Google is taking advantage of two Apple weaknesses that are immediately apparent. First, …
This 10-inch tri-fold smartphone is thinner than the Galaxy Z Fold 6
While Samsung is struggling to make ultra-thin foldable phones similar to some of its competitors from China, we’ve seen proof that some companies are already …
Researchers found out how mosquitoes find you in the dark: Infrared sensors
We all know that feeling: you’ve turned the lights off and are almost asleep when you hear that infamous buzz. A mosquito is hunting in …
This free site uses AI to help you fight health insurance claim denials
Fight Health Insurance (FHI) is the name of an AI website with only one purpose: to help you appeal health insurance claim denials. “Make your …
Will the iPad mini 7 launch at Apple’s iPhone 16 event?
Apple has already upgraded two tablets in its iPad lineup this year, the iPad Air and the iPad Pro. That leaves the iPad mini and …
There’s something different about this year’s iPhone launch event
Apple just announced the iPhone 16 launch date by sending out invites for the keynote. We were expecting media invites to drop in the final …
Why I’m keeping all the default iPhone apps Apple is letting me delete
This fall, the iPhone will undergo two massive transformations that will fragment it in ways previously thought impossible. First, Apple Intelligence will only run on iPhone 16 and …
We may finally know when Spider-Man 4 will swing into theaters
About two months ago I was convinced I knew the Spider-Man 4 release date and that all we needed to do was wait for Sony …
Does Android 15 even matter?
When Google unveiled the Pixel 9 series almost two weeks ago, I expected the new phones to ship with Android 15 preloaded. That’s Google’s newest …
Revolutionary biodegradable plastic uses bacteria to eat itself
The world has a big plastic problem that it’s yet to fix. We’re trying to reduce our reliance on plastic, but that’s seemingly impossible in …
I hope Apple builds the AI humanoid robot of my dreams
When I saw the $16,000 Unitree Robotics G1 above, I quickly fantasized about AI humanoid robots of the future. I said I’d love to have …
China produced large quantities of water using the Moon’s soil
The Moon is a key piece of the space exploration puzzle. One of our next objectives is to visit Earth’s satellite and establish a permanent …
Galaxy Z Fold 6 Slim to launch around the same time as the iPhone 16, but we have bad news
Samsung’s decision to launch the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6 earlier than usual wasn’t bad, considering all the foldable phone launches since July. …
Thunderbolts team and Red Hulk appear in new Marvel trailer
Deadpool & Wolverine is the only MCU movie in theaters this year. Everything else was postponed to 2025 following last year’s monthslong strikes in the …
How to blur your house in Google Maps so thieves can’t plan break-ins
I use Street View all the time in Google Maps to quickly check out new destinations. It gives me an idea of the surroundings and …
iPhone 16 launches soon, but what if Apple keeps selling the iPhone 15 Pro?
The iPhone 16 launch event is almost upon us. Apple is probably a few days away from announcing the keynote date. Leaks say that Apple …
I’d gladly spend $16,000 on a humanoid AI robot to do all my chores
The arrival of generative AI products like ChatGPT has made many people realize the imminent dangers of AI. Not everyone worries about cataclysmic events caused …
New iPhone 16 leak details camera specs and Capture button features
Apple will launch the iPhone 16 next month, with rumors pointing to September 10th as the likely date for the event. Almost everything has leaked …
Pixel 9 AI image generation is a huge problem that Google needs to fix
There’s no question the Pixel 9 phones are Google’s best possible AI hardware right now. Google couldn’t wait to launch the Pixel 9 models, even …
Apple’s first foldable MacBook might see big delays
Most top smartphone vendors have released various foldable smartphones over the summer, with Google’s Pixel 9 Pro Fold being the newest addition to this year’s …
Pixel 9 introduces a brilliant new feature that you’ll only use once
Most people will find the process of setting up their new Pixel 9 phone extremely familiar. You’ll move all the data from your current phone …
Leaked Thunderbolts trailer calls back to a Rocket Raccoon plot hole
Deadpool & Wolverine is the only MCU movie in theaters this year. It’s enjoying a terrific run at the box office, having topped $1 billion …
Don’t buy an iPhone 15, even after the iPhone 16 launch makes it cheaper
The iPhone 16 launch is approaching fast, and some people will be excited at the prospect of buying cheaper iPhones come September. As always, the …
New Xbox Series X and S consoles are up for preorder ahead of October launch
We might not see a Nintendo Switch 2 in stores anytime soon, but Microsoft is ready to sell you new Xbox Series X and Series …
