Microsoft just confirmed the $299 Xbox Series S next-gen console
The Microsoft Xbox Series S console is no longer just a rumor, as the company unveiled the smaller device and confirmed its price. The Xbox …
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.
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Coronavirus vaccine makers will issue a joint pledge not to cut corners on safety
A few of the leading coronavirus vaccine developers plan to sign a joint pledge that will say the companies will not seek government approval unless …
The bizarre story of a Tennessee woman who caught COVID-19 four months after being cremated
A 66-year-old woman who died in mid-February just received a coronavirus isolation notification — it arrived six months after her death. Equally ridiculous is the …
A coronavirus vaccine maker secretly vaccinated almost all of its employees
Some of the world’s most advanced coronavirus vaccine candidates are already being used under emergency programs. One drugmaker from China even quietly provided its Phase …
The unremarkable Pixel 5 will at least be cheaper than other Androids
A new leak says the Pixel 5 price might be even lower than we thought, starting at €629 in Europe, or around $649 in America. …
Leakers disagree on what Apple will announce this week
Apple already confirmed it had to delay the iPhone 12 release day because of the novel coronavirus, with some leakers expecting the first devices to …
Sony’s unexpected PS5 release plans might’ve been leaked by the new ‘Call of Duty’ game
The PS5 release date might actually be staggered rather than a simultaneous international launch this fall, with North America set to receive the console ahead …
There’s already one coronavirus vaccine that has been approved, but does it actually work?
The first scientific study is out for the controversial coronavirus vaccine that Russia approved a few weeks ago. The early emergency use authorization sparked plenty …
You need to read this report if you’re worried about coronavirus vaccines
Coronavirus vaccine research has advanced at rapid speed, providing promising early results that suggest such drugs could provide immunity and protection against severe illness. However, …
Two-thirds of Americans say they won’t get a coronavirus vaccine
A new poll about coronavirus vaccines shows that two-thirds of Americans aren’t willing to get a COVID-19 vaccine. A quarter of those interviewed says they …
Disney isn’t sure how to make ‘Black Panther 2’ without Chadwick Boseman
Marvel fans were shocked last Friday to learn that Chadwick Boseman died after fighting colon cancer for four years. Few people were aware of the …
Major Google Maps update will show you the severity of coronavirus outbreaks
A new Google Maps leak reveals Google is working on a coronavirus layer for the application that will detail the severity of COVID-19 at state …
This might be the first coronavirus vaccine that stops severe COVID-19 cases
A new chapter in the race to develop a safe and effective coronavirus vaccine has been written. An experimental vaccine was able to prevent severe …
A promotion might’ve just leaked Microsoft’s Xbox Series X price
Microsoft is not “ready” to announce the Xbox Series X price and release date, even though we’re about two months away from the console’s launch. …
Batman tests positive for coronavirus
The novel coronavirus is still spreading with ease in various communities, including regions that were able to flatten the curve of the first COVID-19 wave. …
Google Maps will soon get the feature you’ve been waiting for
Google Maps is about to get a feature that many users have wanted for years, app-wide dark mode support. A teardown of the Android version …
Scientists can’t explain the puzzling coronavirus outbreak in Africa
The spread of the novel coronavirus remains high across the world, except for in Africa. Africa is doing better than every other continent, both when …
How Google Maps predicts traffic slowdowns before they happen
Google revealed the intricacies of predicting estimated travel time and estimated time of arrival (ETA) inside Google Maps, detailing the newest upgrades meant to improve …
Robert Downey Jr. has bad news about the new Avengers
Iron Man remains one of the biggest attractions in Marvel movies and the character’s heroic death in Avengers: Endgame proved that point. Audiences were heartbroken …
The FDA just made a very important announcement about coronavirus vaccines
FDA commissioner Stephen Hahn said on Twitter that outside experts will review the coronavirus vaccines that have reached Phase 3 trials. The comments follow the …
This is the biggest coronavirus immunity study so far, and you need to read what it has to say
A comprehensive coronavirus study from Iceland shows that patients who survive a COVID-19 infection are likely to develop antibodies that are detectable in blood tests …
New Google Maps and Waze features just rolled out
Google rolled out a few new useful features for its Google Maps navigation app, while Waze received a cosmetic change that some users will appreciate. …
Qualcomm unveils next-gen 5G laptop platform ahead of Apple Silicon MacBook arrival
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G is the next-gen computer platform that will power slim Windows 10 laptop designs that support always-on, always-connected experiences. Qualcomm …
New study says coronavirus can linger for weeks, and symptoms can last even longer
Several studies have shown that coronavirus symptoms can linger for weeks after the virus is gone, and doctors can’t explain what leads to the so-called …
Dr. Fauci says a coronavirus vaccine will be ready by the end of the year
Dr. Fauci said in an interview that a coronavirus vaccine will be ready by the end of the year. The prediction seems to mark a …
Researchers found promising new coronavirus drugs that stop people from dying
The novel coronavirus doesn’t have a cure, but there are plenty of therapies that have shown great promise in clinical trials. Researchers analyzed trials of …
You’ll never guess how this one person spread coronavirus to 23 others
Countless studies have proven that the coronavirus can spread through the air, highlighting the importance of face masks, social distancing, and proper ventilation. New research …
Dr. Fauci explained the only way we’ll get a coronavirus vaccine early
Dr. Anthony Fauci explained in an interview that Phase 3 trials for novel coronavirus vaccines can end early in two different scenarios, but politics wouldn’t …
Leak says the huge PS5 event we’re all waiting for is coming on September 9th
The PS5 release date and price might be unveiled in a few days during Sony’s main PlayStation 5 launch event of the year. That’s what …
Samsung’s $2,000 foldable phone is available for preorder right now
Galaxy Z Fold 2 preorders have started, as Samsung just unveiled its most expensive phone ever. Starting at $2,000, the new foldable handset features a …
