Sony’s wearable air conditioner makes more sense than ever
When Sony launched its first-generation personal air conditioner last summer, it seemed like an unnecessary gimmick that would do little to ease your suffering during …
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
Apple says AirTags aren’t designed for tracking your kids or your pets
Apple unveiled a brand new product on Tuesday during its “Spring Loaded” press event: AirTag trackers that leaked more than a year ago. The gadget …
This might be the most epic (and well-deserved) hack of the decade
Moxie Marlinspike, the CEO of Signal, has hacked and trolled Cellebrite in the best possible way. This is the kind of epic hack that will …
Huge ‘Doctor Strange 2’ leak may have spoiled Marvel’s new villain
Of all the MCU Phase 4 films set to premiere soon, Spider-Man 3 and Doctor Strange 2 are easily the most exciting ones. Both movies …
Some of iOS 15’s most exciting new features were revealed by a top leaker
Apple’s highly anticipated spring event is now over, and various new products will soon be available to order. Apple finally launched the AirTag, the new …
The only reason to buy a Tile now that AirTag exists
Apple launched the AirTag trackers after more than a year of rumors claiming the device was arriving “soon.” During that time, we learned everything about …
Disney+ just got the Spider-Man deal you’ve been waiting for
The next Spider-Man film will hopefully hit theaters a few days before Christmas, which is the perfect time of the year to release such a …
Another massive Facebook data leak could be right around the corner
A 2019 Facebook data breach came back to haunt the company and affected users a few weeks ago when the data that hackers scraped from …
Facebook wants to convince you that huge personal data leaks are normal
A security problem that Facebook thought it dealt with more than a year ago resurfaced in the worst possible way a few weeks ago when …
Apple quietly revealed an iPhone accessory we’ve always wanted
As someone who has dealt with plenty of broken iPhone charging cables over the year, I was excited to see a rumor about Apple fixing …
You won’t believe who Marvel is signing on to star in its epic new series
Marvel fans learned the hard way about a month ago that Marvel’s TV series won’t necessarily have any huge developments that relate to the main …
We almost missed one of Apple’s most exciting upgrades from yesterday’s event
First introduced in 2006, the MacBook’s MagSafe charger “died” a decade later when Apple replaced the magnetic connector with USB-C in 2016. MagSafe was a …
Android 12 is about to copy an awesome feature from Apple’s iPhone
It’s usually iPhone users who complain about storage issues with their devices rather than Android users. That’s because many of the newer Android handsets include …
Here’s how AirTag works with Android
After more than a year of rumors, Apple finally introduced the AirTag trackers on Tuesday. The circular, puck-like devices have user-replaceable batteries that last over …
Apple is a few innovations away from putting the M1 chip inside the iPhone
Apple delivered a hilarious iPad Pro promo during Tuesday’s event, where a daring thief attempts a Mission Impossible heist at Apple Campus. By the end …
Huawei may have eavesdropped on Dutch mobile network’s calls
The US has long claimed that Huawei uses its phones and cellular network infrastructure components to spy on behalf of the Chinese government. Huawei stopped …
Huge leak might reveal details from Marvel’s new ‘Deadpool’ movies
Deadpool 3 is one of the most anticipated Marvel movies, although we don’t expect Marvel to call it that. Kevin Feige and Co. have to …
Apple finally unveiled the AirTag trackers we’ve been waiting for
We’ve been waiting for Apple to unveil the AirTag trackers for more than a year, but Apple never pulled the trigger. The AirTags are small, …
The next-gen Galaxy Z Flip design might have leaked
Samsung is widely expected to launch two foldable phones this summer, including the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and the Galaxy Z Flip 2. The former …
Stunning renders show one of the hottest upgrades coming at today’s Apple event
Apple will unveil several new products during its “Spring Loaded” event that will stream online in a few hours. A report said earlier this week …
Google Maps has a safety feature you’ll hope you never need
Google Maps isn’t just about offering you navigation directions from point A to point B, which is the most basic feature of any navigation app. …
A restaurant in Florida couldn’t find enough servers, so it hired robots instead
It might seem like scenery from sci-fi movies and shows, but if you walk into Mr. Q Crab House in Hollywood, Florida, you might be …
Insider’s report brings bad news about Apple’s 2021 iPad Pro models
Apple is expected to launch several new products during its “Sprint Loaded” press event on Tuesday. The 2021 iPad Pro, AirPods 3, and 2021 iMac …
Launch timing for Samsung’s exciting new tri-fold Galaxy device might’ve just leaked
Samsung plans to increase foldable phone sales significantly this year and in the years to come. We’ve already seen a few initiatives that might help …
‘Spider-Man 3’ star reveals how Marvel can resurrect any dead Avenger
Black Widow (Scarlett Johansson) and Iron Man (Robert Downey Jr.) died heroically in Avengers: Endgame, with packed theaters bursting into tears as it became clear …
Huge leak is our first look at the iPhone 13’s smaller notch in real life
All signs point to a regular mid-September launch for the iPhone 13 this year. The novel coronavirus pandemic forced Apple to delay the iPhone 12 …
Leaker says more phones are getting this exciting new Galaxy Z Fold 3 feature
The Galaxy Z Fold 3 foldable is widely expected to be Samsung’s replacement for the Note 21. The chip shortage gave Samsung the perfect excuse …
Massive leak may spoil the whole plot for ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’
After more than a year on pause, the Marvel Cinematic Universe is back and there are no signs that the movies will be delayed again. …
Everyone needs to know about this new Google Search shortcut
Searching the web for answers is something we all take for granted. Whether it’s on a smartphone, tablet, or personal computer, and whether you type …
Falcon and the Winter Soldier’s shocking cameo will also appear in this new Marvel movie
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Episode 5 is finally out, and it’s easily one of the highlights of the season. It’s the penultimate episode …
