Apple’s new invention could be a game-changer for the foldable iPhone
Apple never comments on rumors and speculation about unannounced products, and it rarely unveils new devices before they’re ready to launch. The foldable iPhone is …
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
‘Falcon and the Winter Soldier’ spoiler reveals a new superhero team that’s not the Avengers
After WandaVision, we know better than to expect big reveals and cameos from The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. That’s unlikely to happen, as Marvel’s …
Leak says WhatsApp is getting the feature you’ve wanted the most
Privacy controversies aside, WhatsApp is one of the most popular and useful apps in the world. The app supports the same rich instant messaging experience …
Pixel 5 just got a major performance boost
The Pixel 5 rocks the mid-range Snapdragon 765G platform, a massive compromise Google made for its flagship series last year. Reports at the time said …
Tim Cook just gave us some clues about Apple’s upcoming AR glasses
Apple turned augmented reality (AR) into a core feature of iOS, with developers able to code apps that allow the iPhone and iPad to project …
Google shows how easy it is to switch to Pixel, but that doesn’t mean you should
Google just released a short video ad that does a great job showing you how easy it is to switch from a different smartphone — …
Here’s how we know ‘Spider-Man 3’ will be unlike any Spider-Man movie so far
A couple of years ago, we had only a few weeks left until the premiere of Avengers: Endgame, which was the most exciting movie of …
A new study says humans might have the genetic capability to spit venom
All living creatures evolve over the years, adapting to their immediate living conditions in order to survive. That includes humans as well, who have evolved …
How to check if your Facebook account was hacked in the massive breach
News broke out over the weekend that more than 533 million Facebook accounts were compromised, with hackers stealing personal information that included phone numbers, emails, …
Leaker says Apple’s new iMac will get this unexpected upgrade
Apple will continue to equip more of its Macs with variations of the Apple M custom processor launched last November. The M1 powers the late …
Forget about the Rollable phone, LG is abandoning the smartphone business
The LG Rollable phone was of the most exciting devices coming out of CES 2021. It looked like a vaporware announcement initially, concept technology meant …
A star from Netflix’s ‘Bridgerton’ might be headed to Marvel’s Avengers
Shondaland’s Bridgerton turned out to be a massive success, breaking several records for Netflix and ultimately becoming the streaming service’s biggest show ever. The passionate …
Gender reveal stunt ends with fatal plane crash into the sea
Gener reveal parties sound fun in theory, with parents trying to come up with original stunts that might go viral. The gist of a gender …
This is the mind-blowing moment ‘Falcon and the Winter Soldier’ fans are waiting for
If there’s only one thing that Marvel fans should have learned after WandaVision, it’s that they have to temper their expectations. Disney+ TV shows aren’t …
Coinbase is finally going public, but it’s taking an unusual route
Interest in bitcoin and the rest of the cryptocurrency industry has exploded in recent months, with the digital coins experiencing a massive moment. Bitcoin more …
This is the most exciting Pixel 6 rumor of 2021 so far
The Pixel 5 is a fine 5G phone, but it can’t compete with flagships from Samsung or Apple. It features decent specs, an improved design …
Samsung’s foldable phones just got big price cuts
It’s already April and Samsung hasn’t announced any new foldable phones this year. We would have expected the Galaxy Z Flip 2 successor by now, …
There’s a huge problem with ‘Falcon and the Winter Soldier’ that no one’s talking about
Halfway through WandaVision, I told you what the show had a glaring plot hole: there were absolutely no Avengers ready to come in and help …
Here’s how the iOS 14.5 battery recalibration tool works on your iPhone
Apple released the latest iOS 14.5 beta a few days ago, which includes a few new features that public beta testers can try before the …
Apple is already rejecting apps that track users without asking permission
iOS 14 brought over a couple of privacy features that sent shockwaves through the advertising industry, prompting a massive Facebook protest. The social network went …
If you need a rugged phone, Caterpillar’s latest model might do
Anyone looking for phones that can measure the temperature of objects around them is probably familiar with the Caterpillar phones that Bullitt makes. The Cat …
LG rumored to announce that it will shut down its smartphone business
The contraption you see above is called the LG Wing, which is one of the latest smartphone models responsible for LG’s inability to compete in …
How to opt out of Chrome’s user tracking tool that replaces cookies
Google promised a few weeks ago that it would not develop new user-tracking tools once it kills third-party cookies in the near future. Cookies are …
YouTube is testing a big user interface change – here’s what it looks like
YouTube isn’t just a source of free and paid entertainment; it’s also the go-to video service that can help out with most of your problems. …
New teams of Marvel’s Avengers are coming, and we finally have some details
The only thing missing from the MCU Phase 4 at this point is an Avengers 5 movie. That’s the kind of Avengers sequel everybody wants …
Apple was forced to make a big change on its iPhones in Russia
About a year ago, news emerged that a new Russian law would mandate all smartphones, tablets, computers, and smart TVs to have Russian software preinstalled. …
Verizon will give you up to $1,000 to trade in a broken phone – and it’s not a joke
Verizon announced on Wednesday a brand new trade-in promo that will let new and existing customers save money on their next 5G phone purchase in …
Google’s new document scanner app for Android is worth checking out
We’ve been “scanning” documents ever since they put cameras on smartphones. Taking a quick photo of a bill, receipt, contract, or any other paperwork has …
Google finally revived a beloved Maps feature that it killed years ago
Google announced a few major changes for Google Maps this week, revealing that it will use AI to improve directions and navigation. Directions will now …
Bloomberg might’ve just leaked launch timing for Apple’s mixed reality headset
Apple announced the WWDC 2021 event dates earlier this week, confirming what many of us suspected. This year’s developers conference will not return to an …
