Leaker spills new details about the foldable iPhone
A leaker says Apple is working on a second foldable iPhone prototype, but the clamshell device would not be launched anytime soon. The foldable iPhone …
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.
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Samsung has an unusual idea to create the perfect smartphone display
Samsung’s newest display innovation proposes a “sub-display” screen that would move vertically behind the main screen to cover the single-lens or dual-lens camera system at …
Microsoft is developing an exciting new way to navigate Windows 10
Microsoft is developing a new way to navigate Windows 10 computers, a “voice launcher” that will let users interact with the computer using their voice. …
Dr. Fauci says UK coronavirus mutation should be taken ‘very seriously’
Dr. Anthony Fauci addressed the new coronavirus mutation found in the UK a few days ago, arguing against one of the safety measures some governments …
If you have one of these phones, you can’t use WhatsApp after January 1st
WhatsApp will stop working on older smartphones starting January 1st, including some iPhone and Android devices. iPhones running iOS 9 or older and Android devices …
If your hiccups won’t go away, there’s a chance you could have COVID-19
Coronavirus symptoms aren’t the same for everyone. The most common symptoms can mimic the flu or a common cold, but there are plenty of unusual …
Dr. Fauci warns the worst of the pandemic is yet to come
Dr. Anthony Fauci said the coronavirus pandemic might get even worse in January, as the number of cases continued to increase, fueled in part by …
‘Wonder Woman 1984’ is a successful mess, so Warner is making another one
Warner Bros. just announced that Wonder Woman 1984 has been so successful during the hybrid theater-and-streaming opening weekend that the studio is already fast-tracking Wonder …
Here’s how you can save $60 on the Galaxy S21 before it’s even unveiled
The Galaxy S21 series will be unveiled in mid-January, with Samsung expected to announce the press event soon. Samsung has quietly launched a Galaxy S21 …
UK coronavirus cases are soaring, and the new mutation might be to blame
The novel coronavirus is spreading rapidly in some regions of England, with experts estimating that the recently discovered UK mutation might be driving the dramatic …
First UK coronavirus mutation study brings good news and bad news
The first study of the UK coronavirus mutation that’s spreading rapidly right now warns that stricter safety measures might be required to prevent another massive …
It’s Christmas Day: Here’s when you can watch ‘Wonder Woman 1984’ on HBO Max
Wonder Woman 1984 launches on Christmas Day and it’ll be available to stream on HBO Max at no additional cost to subscribers. Disney Plus subscribers …
A PS5 signature feature is already breaking down
The PS5 is still sold out in many countries, as Sony can’t manufacture enough game consoles to meet demand. But many people have already purchased …
I’m an iPhone user, but I’m so jealous of this upcoming Pixel feature
Google was just awarded a design patent that indicates a Pixel phone of the future could feature a design unseen on iPhone or Galaxy S …
Some scientists worry coronavirus vaccines might not work as well against the new mutation
Some scientists worry that coronavirus vaccines will not be as effective against the UK mutation (version B.1.1.7) that caused quite a stir over the weekend. …
Two separate studies say coronavirus immunity can stop reinfection
Coronavirus immunity is still not fully understood, but an increasing number of studies indicate that protection after infection might last longer than initially expected. The …
Google is about to fix one of the worst things about Chrome on Windows 10
Google announced it’ll fix one of the worst things about running the Chrome browser on Windows 10, the resource drain. Chrome can consume plenty of …
Galaxy S21 Ultra will have two exciting features no other Galaxy S has
The Galaxy S21 Ultra specs and features have been leaked several times already. But actual Samsung documentation filed with the FCC confirms the most expensive …
Paramount may have confirmed the biggest ‘Spider-Man 3’ leak
An official teaser from an unexpected source seemingly confirms that the biggest Spider-Man 3 leak so far. The official Paramount Network Twitter account hinted that …
The US government wants to ruin Bitcoin over Christmas
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network proposed new Bitcoin and cryptocurrency regulations on Friday, December 18th, at 4:20, just as Bitcoin’s price was heading to a …
DeepMind just taught AI how to win a game without knowing the rules
Alphabet’s AI division DeepMind created an algorithm that allows a computer to master a game without knowing the rules beforehand. DeepMind’s previous AI algorithms were …
Here’s more proof coronavirus vaccines can likely end the pandemic
Coronavirus immunity is still a mystery, as the virus is too young for researchers to offer a definitive answer for how long it lasts. Various …
The one thing that puts you at risk of catching COVID-19 even when you’re wearing a mask
Researchers from the American Institute of Physics performed face mask experiments that showed wearers might be doing something wrong that puts them at risk of …
Elon Musk says he tried to sell Tesla to Apple in the ‘darkest days’ of the Model 3 program
A few days ago, a report said that Apple is still developing its own self-driving electric car, detailing a breakthrough battery innovation the company is …
Facebook employees call out company’s hypocrisy in fight against Apple’s new privacy rules
Facebook started a massive PR campaign against Apple over the new privacy features in iOS 14 that force developers to disclose how they’re tracking users …
Samsung deleted a Facebook post mocking Apple for removing chargers
Samsung might have just confirmed that it’s about copy one of Apple’s decisions for the iPhone 12, and it did so in the most hilarious …
Sony and Marvel might team up for another ‘Spider-Man’ trilogy
Spider-Man 3 might turn out to be one of the most complex, exciting Spider-Man films ever made, according to a series of rumors, leaks, and …
Coronavirus mutation spreading rapidly in the UK may cancel Christmas
The UK government has announced stricter lockdown measures after learning that the B.1.1.7 coronavirus mutation seems to be up to 70% more infection than the …
Everyone’s sharing this viral Christmas ad – watch to the end and you’ll see why
A highly emotional Christmas commercial released in late November has gone viral on YouTube and social media, getting millions of hits in just a few …
Here’s who can get coronavirus vaccines next
The independent panel of experts that decides who gets access to coronavirus vaccines made a few significant changes to the original recommendations. The CDC panel …
