One country is about to start infecting people with COVID-19 on purpose
The UK government approved plans to conduct a coronavirus vaccine challenge trial that will involve 90 healthy volunteers aged 18 to 30. Volunteers will be …
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
A dangerous new coronavirus complication was discovered – and it never goes away if you get it
Doctors are studying an unexpected coronavirus complication that can appear a few weeks or even months after the initial COVID-19 infection. Some patients develop diabetes, …
Don’t freak out about this new iPhone 12 Pro Max revelation
A regulatory feeling from China’s equivalent of the FCC reveals that the iPhone 12 Pro Max has a smaller battery than the iPhone 11 Pro …
iPhone 12 crushes Android in speed and performance tests
The first official iPhone 12 benchmark and speed tests show the A14 Bionic has no rival. When it comes to performance, the closest phone is …
Dr. Gottlieb warns US is a week away from ‘rapid acceleration’ of COVID-19
Former FDA commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb warned in interviews that the biggest coronavirus wave is yet to come, and the US is looking at a …
The Pixel 5 was just released and it’s already falling apart
The Pixel 5 might suffer from a serious design or manufacturing issue, as several buyers report that the screen’s plastic bumper is peeling off of …
This serious new coronavirus complication is puzzling doctors
Some of the patients who have survived the initial coronavirus infection can continue to experience “Long COVID” symptoms for weeks or even months after clearing …
iPhone 12 reviews: A huge upgrade, but the best new feature is useless right now
The first reviews for iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro are out, and they all agree they’re the best iPhones so far. But 5G connectivity …
A woman in her 30s died of coronavirus on a flight
A woman in her 30s died of coronavirus complications on a flight this summer. The woman received oxygen but ultimately died on the jetway. She …
First iPhone 12 unboxing videos show just how stunning Apple’s new design really is
The first iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro unboxing videos show what the two handsets look like in real life. The 6.1-inch iPhone 12 models …
China CDC says you can get coronavirus from frozen food packaging
The Chinese CDC has concluded that the recent Qingdao outbreak started after two people were infected from handling contaminated frozen food packages. The conclusions seem …
33-year-old coronavirus denier with 1.1 million followers dies of COVID-19
A 33-year-old coronavirus denier died of COVID-19 complications after battling the illness for just over a week. Dmitriy Stuzhuk was a fitness influencer that 1.1 …
This is the best news you’ll read all week about the coronavirus
Immunity to the novel coronavirus virus has been the subject of several studies. It’s not important just for managing patients and public health measures, but …
Dr. Fauci has 2 new things everyone needs to do to avoid a wintertime coronavirus catastrophe
Coronavirus cases are surging in the US, with the country heading to a new peak after the scary records set in mid-July. Dr. Fauci is …
This wireless charger needs under 20 minutes for a full recharge
Smartphone wireless charging speeds go up to 80W, thanks to the advancements made by Chinese handset maker Xiaomi. A typical smartphone battery of 4,000 mAh …
The world’s top Apple insider just revealed a big surprise about iPhone 12 sales
An Apple insider familiar with the company’s plans says the iPhone 12 demand is higher than expected, particularly with Apple’s high-end iPhone 12 Pro. Several …
Leaker says iPhone 13 will have the awesome new feature Apple fans have wanted for years
iPhone 12 sales have just started, and the phones are already selling out. But the first rumor about future iPhones is already here. A reliable …
If you beat COVID-19 but then develop this symptom weeks later, it could be deadly
A symptom that might seem benign could indicate that a person who has already beaten COVID-19 is developing a scary, potentially deadly coronavirus complication. Adults …
This leaker claims to know how Marvel will replace Chadwick Boseman in ‘Black Panther 2’
A Marvel leaker with a proven track record says the studio is considering going the “Carrie Fisher route” to give Chadwick Boseman’s Black Panther character …
I can’t stop watching this thrilling new Netflix original series, and you’ve never even heard of it
To the Lake is a new original Netflix show that debuted this month, a sci-fi drama about families in Russia risking their lives as a …
This might be one of the biggest breakthroughs of the coronavirus pandemic
Researchers have devised a coronavirus score based on blood test results for two molecules that can predict severe COVID-19 cases. The scientists explain that a …
We’re not getting a coronavirus vaccine before the election
The company making the only coronavirus vaccine with a theoretical chance of being approved before the US presidential election made it clear such a timeline …
One simple thing might help stop coronavirus from spreading where it’s most dangerous
Scientists used a supercomputer to model the transmission of the novel coronavirus in various indoor settings. The virus spreads faster and easier indoors than outdoors. …
iPhone 12 preorders are already selling out
The iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 are available for preorder in various countries, and some models are already selling out in America. The two …
Major study brings bad news about several of the most promising coronavirus cures
The World Health Organization’s massive Solidarity study of COVID-19 therapies has been finalized, revealing that the promising coronavirus cure remdesivir can’t save lives. The WHO …
The most exciting Google Maps trick now delivers a must-have feature for managing the coronavirus
Google significantly upgraded the way it displays busyness information about places in Google Maps to provide more accurate data about crowdedness. Google Maps will tell …
iPhone 12 Pro and Pro Max will be the first iPhones with 6GB of RAM
According to new findings, the iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max will be the first iPhones to feature 6GB of RAM. The cheaper …
The next major Spider-Man villain might be hiding in plain sight
The next phase of Marvel movies and TV shows will introduce plenty of new superheroes and villains, some of which will replace the dead or …
Coronavirus hit the US hardest – but the next 4 months could be even worse
The number of daily COVID-19 cases in America and the coronavirus test positivity rate are climbing steadily, worrying health experts and public officials involved in …
Healthy young people might not get a coronavirus vaccine until 2022
The final results for multiple coronavirus vaccine candidates might be ready this winter, at which point the successful candidates could be available for emergency immunization …
