Apple just announced WWDC 2021
The annual Worldwide Developers Conference is one of the most highly anticipated events of the year, where Apple unveils the next-gen versions of the operating …
Chris Smith has been covering consumer electronics ever since the iPhone revolutionized the industry in 2008. When he’s not writing about the most recent tech news for BGR, he brings his entertainment expertise to Marvel’s Cinematic Universe and other blockbuster franchises.
Outside of work, you’ll catch him streaming almost every new movie and TV show release as soon as it's available.
Articles by Chris Smith
Was evidence just uncovered that shows Apple is building a foldable iPhone?
Apple is already working on foldable iPhone prototypes. At least, that’s what several leaks have claimed over the past few months. The company is supposedly …
The Google Maps feature you use most just got a few exciting updates
Google Maps is a feature-rich mapping app that lets you do more things than getting you to your destination as fast as possible. The app …
Here’s what the big T-Mobile-Google deal means for you
T-Mobile and Google announced a surprise partnership on Monday, with the carrier ready to support various Google software and hardware products better than ever. The …
Visa is now testing transaction settlements using cryptocurrency
The blockchain industry had a massive year, despite the health crisis that impacted the world’s economy. Bitcoin and all of the other digital coins plummeted …
What could this mysterious streaming device from Google be?
Google manufactures various smart home devices under the Nest brand that plenty of users are already familiar with. There’s the Nest smart speaker series, including …
Xiaomi unveiled a crazy new Android flagship that’s like nothing you’ve ever seen
Just like “Pro” or “Max,” “Ultra” branding in a smartphone name is meant to convey the message that we’re getting the best of the best. …
‘Falcon and the Winter Soldier’ has a mystery cameo the showrunner refuses to reveal
It plays like a buddy-cop action movie full of hilarious banter in trailers, but those clips barely scratch the surface of what The Falcon and …
Update your iPhone and iPad right now to protect against active exploit
Apple released two unexpected iOS updates on Friday, including iOS 14.4.2 and iOS 12.5.2, explaining at the time the updates included “ important security updates and …
Ever Given partially refloated, but Suez Canal remains blocked
When news broke out that a cargo ship blocked the Suez Canal a few days ago, it sounded like a joke at first. But with …
A massive hack that Google thwarted was actually a counterterrorism operation
Security researchers regularly reveal software vulnerabilities that hackers can exploit, or even have exploited in the past. In some cases, they’re software issues that have …
Brand new ‘Spider-Man 3’ leak may confirm the craziest spoiler yet
Spider-Man: No Way Home wrapped up production a few days ago, with Tom Holland confirming that shooting had been completed for what will easily be …
Researchers found a new way iPhones and Apple Watches can save lives
The Apple Watch is often credited with saving lives. It’s usually the heart sensors which passively monitor heart activity that trigger warnings, leading to life-saving …
An exciting ‘Star Wars’ rumor was just shut down by one of Marvel’s Avengers
Luke Skywalker died in Star Wars: The Last Jedi after helping the rebels overcome remnants of the Empire one last time. Disney seemed to be …
A bug acquired the DNA of a toxic plant, and now it’s running rampant
Over the course of the pandemic, the novel coronavirus has morphed into new variants that have featured genetic changes capable of altering its behavior. Whether …
Xiaomi might be working on an electric car to launch before Apple
Apple Car rumors began resurfacing late last year. Suddenly, Apple’s purported plans to launch an autonomous electric vehicle of its own design were featured in …
‘Bridgerton’ fans are going nuts over this dub swap video Netflix made
Bridgerton, the period piece that Shonda Rhimes’s Shondaland constructed for Netflix, has been a massive success for the streaming service. Launched during Christmas weekend last …
A top leaker might’ve just revealed pricing for a first-of-its-kind Apple product
Contrary to expectations, Apple has not announced any new products in March, a month that Apple uses regularly for new product refreshes and press conferences. …
Huge ‘Falcon and the Winter Soldier’ leak might spoil the show’s ending
The second The Falcon and the Winter Soldier episode is now streaming on Disney+, continuing the story right where we left off after the premiere. …
Google wants your Android phone to be the key to everything in your life
Regardless of operating preferences or allegiances, the smartphone is the most important computing device for most people. We use phones for a lot more stuff …
Consumer Reports: iPhone 12 Pro Max is the best iPhone you can buy
Despite launching later than supposed to, and despite the premium prices, the iPhone 12 devices saw tremendous sales so far, fueling in part Apple’s record …
India wants Facebook to track every single WhatsApp message
Ever since devices and apps offering full encryption became popular with consumers, governments around the world have attempted to pass laws forcing companies to break …
Xiaomi’s first foldable device might feature a liquid lens camera
The US government crippled Huawei’s ability to manufacture and sell smartphones with the 2019 ban that prevented the Chinese smartphone vendor from conducting business with …
Dyson’s new vacuum can see, hear, and count all the tiny dust particles in your home
The cordless vacuum experts at Dyson have released a brand new device that has a few novel features the rest of the industry will likely …
‘Falcon and the Winter Soldier’ showrunner teases the show’s exciting villain
It’s Thursday again, which means we’re less than a day away from brand new MCU content. This time around, we’re looking at The Falcon and …
Google Assistant is getting a major Memory upgrade
There’s no question that Google Assistant is one of the main advantages Android has over iPhone. The voice assistant also comes in handy on smart …
The cheaper OnePlus 9 model you’ve been waiting for is finally official
Just like we warned you before they were launched, the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro are more expensive handsets you’d expect from this particular …
Lime is making it easier than ever to grab a scooter
Grabbing a Lime scooter ride is now easier than ever, as the scooter-sharing company announced new features to improve the renting and payment experience. Users …
Apple’s M1 chips might just be the beginning of Intel’s nightmare
Apple just launched its first custom processor for computers. The M1 chip is similar to the A-series processors inside the iPhone and iPad, and it …
Disney quietly revealed a surprise Marvel movie coming in 2022
It finally happened: Disney revealed the fate of Black Widow. The movie was supposed to open in early May after its initial delay, but the …
