What will happen to your WhatsApp account if you don’t agree to the new privacy changes
Facebook explained what will happen to WhatsApp users who do not agree to the new privacy policy changes to allow WhatsApp to share more data …
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
Study reveals the scary amount of personal data apps can collect without your permission
A new study has shown that apps tracking user location data can also infer additional personal information, including personality traits, habits, demographics, and interests. The …
WandaVision’s biggest surprise cameo might’ve just been spoiled
Paul Bettany just said that the surprise WandaVision cameo he teased in the past has not been leaked. With two episodes left in the first …
‘WandaVision’ finally gave fans a classic MCU post-credits scene
WandaVision Episode 7, now streaming on Disney+, is the first episode of the TV show to feature a post-credits scene. Episode 7 brings us additional …
This is the best coronavirus vaccine news you’ll read all month
A pair of new coronavirus vaccine studies show that a single dose produces a strong immune response in COVID-19 survivors, indicating that authorities should consider …
Apple’s next MagSafe accessory might be the most exciting one yet
Apple has been working for at least a year on a MagSafe accessory that should be popular among iPhone 12 owners: An external battery pack. …
Google might have quietly teased the OS that will replace Android
A newly discovered welcome screen design for Chrome OS contains clues that Google is looking toward a future where the same OS could work on …
Apple is looking to buy key parts for its self-driving Apple Car
Apple is reportedly negotiating for key parts for its self-driving Apple Car — the LiDAR sensors that would allow the vehicle to see where it …
Drinking coffee impacts the structure of your brain, study finds
Researchers from the University of Basel studied the effects of coffee on quality of sleep and the brain’s structure. The study involved controlling participants’ caffeine …
Pfizer just announced a big change to its coronavirus vaccine that’s fantastic news
Pfizer and BioNTech announced a significant change to their coronavirus vaccine that could have a dramatic impact on shipping logistics and vaccine availability. The two …
Facebook tries to explain the WhatsApp privacy changes one more time
Facebook will place a banner atop WhatsApp to explain the new privacy policy changes coming in mid-May. WhatsApp will share some data with Facebook over, …
Microsoft Office 2021 launches on Windows and Mac later this year
Microsoft announced that it would launch two one-time purchase versions of Office this year, including Office 2021 and Office LTSC. Office 2021 will target personal …
Nvidia will nerf Ethereum cryptocurrency mining on future GPUs
Nvidia announced on Thursday that its new batch of RTX 3060 GPUs would feature new software that will automatically detect if a user is mining …
Disney+ is about to get more expensive, but here’s how you can pay less
Disney+ will get a massive content boost in certain markets via the new Star service that will feature TV shows and movies from various Disney-owned …
Microsoft’s first major Windows 10 update of 2021 is coming soon – here’s what’s in it
Microsoft announced that its first major Windows 10 update of the year will focus on optimizing the operating system for remote work, rather than delivering …
‘WandaVision’ leak points to a surprising cameo from an MCU villain
WandaVision is expected to deliver at least a couple of surprising cameos before the season is over, according to rumors and teasers. A recent leak …
Leak says Apple is working with Samsung’s top rival to develop a foldable iPhone
Apple is reportedly working with LG Display on developing screens for the foldable iPhone. It’s unclear whether LG Display will mass-produce the screen. Samsung has …
This might be the most exciting new foldable smartphone of 2021
Huawei is about to launch a brand new foldable device, and it released a new Mate X2 teaser to promote the phone’s new design. The …
New ‘WandaVision’ leak suggests the explanations we’ve been waiting for are almost here
WandaVision has only three episodes left to explain the first massive mystery of the MCU. But there’s a new leak that provides more information about …
Duke of Hastings fans won’t like the first ‘Bridgerton’ season 2 spoilers
Netflix has already confirmed that Bridgerton season 2 is in the works. The company revealed a few major spoilers about the upcoming season in recent …
Chrome is making it even easier to manage your endless tabs
Google is working on improving the Chrome tab management experience, with Chrome 88 already featuring a few handy tab-related features. The browser lets users combine …
You’re going to love this new Google Maps feature so much
Google announced two new Google Maps features that should improve navigation experiences for drivers and public transit users. Google Maps will let drivers pay for …
This might be our first look at Apple’s blazing-fast next-gen M1X chip
The M-series chip that might power some of Apple’s 2021 MacBook Pro and iMac versions has apparently just leaked. The M1X could be the successor …
Apple will finally offer same-day repairs for some broken iPhone 12 models
The iPhone 12 phones are even more durable than their predecessors and competing devices, according to recent drop tests. However, accidental damage is still possible …
More proof Apple is working on the exciting new iPhone feature everyone’s been asking for
The iPhone 13 is rumored to offer a feature that’s only available on iPad Pro and various Android flagships, a 120Hz refresh rate display. A …
‘Avengers: Endgame’ just had its box office records beaten by a Chinese movie you’ve never heard of
A Chinese movie many have never heard of just beat several Avengers: Endgame’s records at the box office. Detective Chinatown 3 grossed nearly $400 million …
It’s probably time you started paying for LastPass
LastPass announced that subscribers on the free tier would have to choose between desktop-only and mobile-only use rather than enjoying a complete password management experience. …
The release date of Apple’s first foldable iPhone might’ve just leaked
A new rumor says Apple will release its first foldable iPhone in 2023. The handset will reportedly feature a 7.3-inch to 7.6-inch OLED display and …
Mysterious scenes cut from ‘Endgame’ might appear in future Avengers movies
Scenes that ended up getting cut from Avengers: Endgame might show up later in the MCU, the film’s directors said in an interview. When asked …
If your Apple Watch has this problem, Apple might fix it for free
Apple announced a new free repair program for the Apple Watch, as some devices would not recharge after reaching Power Reserve mode. A very small …
