New discovery might help critical coronavirus patients
Researchers have engineered proteins that could travel the bloodstream and bind to excess cytokines in the so-called “cytokine storm” immune response that can take place …
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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This coronavirus drug shows promise treating severe COVID-19 cases
A promising coronavirus drug that’s been in testing around the world for months is showing promise at treating COVID-19 severe cases. Remdesivir is the medicine …
Terrifying video shows how far coronavirus can travel in a sneeze
A new video reveals how far a sneeze can spray coronavirus droplets if there are no barriers to obstruct their path. Virus-carrying droplets of various …
China just remembered that 1,300 more people died of coronavirus
China added nearly 1,300 deaths to its total coronavirus casualties, an increase of 50% for Wuhan, the city where the COVID-19 outbreak began. The change …
Forget Zoom, Google Meet and WhatsApp are getting better video calling features
Video conferencing apps Google Meet and WhatsApp will get a few notable upgrades in the coming weeks. Google Meet will get a Zoom-like layout, as …
Crucial coronavirus antibody drug could be ready sooner than expected
South Korea plans to conduct clinical trials for a COVID-19 drug based on antibodies later this year, aiming to have the medicine ready next year. …
Pregnant women might pass coronavirus to unborn babies
A newborn in Peru tested positive for the novel coronavirus, prompting doctors to conclude COVID-19 was transmitted from his mother. Other studies have shown that …
PS5 price could be higher than expected, and there’s more bad news
The PS5 price might be higher than what gamers have been expecting, and Sony will reportedly not have enough PlayStation 5 inventory on hand at …
Crazy new glasses might be able to spot people with coronavirus
Chinese startup Rokid developed thermal glasses that can be used in screening campaigns for the novel coronavirus. The glasses could be used in public places …
New Nintendo Switch might have two displays
Nintendo might be working on a dual-screen Switch 2 console, according to code found in the latest firmware update. Firmware 10.0.0 contains profiles for a …
New iPhone SE might be Google’s worst nightmare
The 2020 iPhone SE comes with the same powerful chip as the iPhone 11, making the handset faster than most competitors, Pixel 4 included. The …
Mark Ruffalo has a great idea for a new Hulk adventure
Avengers actor Mark Ruffalo confirmed there have been talks with Marvel to appear in the upcoming She-Hulk TV series, but nothing is in the works. …
Disturbing study says coronavirus might survive exposure to high temperatures
New coronavirus research shows that the SARS-CoV-2 virus can survive after exposure to high temperatures. The findings could be used to set up new protocols …
This common symptom everyone’s worried about usually isn’t caused by coronavirus
A new COVID-19 study that revealed the loss of smell and taste during is a likely symptom of the novel coronavirus infection also found evidence …
Waze has new features to help you navigate the coronavirus crisis
Waze announced new features for its popular navigation app that could help users and authorities during the novel coronavirus pandemic. Google’s subsidiary plans to highlight …
Doctors made a new discovery about the weirdest coronavirus symptom
A new study says that loss of smell and taste are symptoms that are more likely to be associated with milder cases of a novel …
OnePlus 8 Pro preorder comes with free accessories worth $120
OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro preorders come with a limited Launch Day Bundle that offers buyers free accessories worth $120. The OnePlus 8 Pro …
New Android gaming phone teases record-breaking charging speeds
Lenovo is about to launch a Legion-branded gaming phone that will support battery charging speeds of up to 90W, according to teasers. At such speeds, …
Marvel reportedly met with John Krasinski, and the internet is freaking out
The MCU Phase 4 might be on hiatus during the novel coronavirus pandemic, but Marvel is still working from home on future projects. A new …
Doctors may have discovered another life-saving coronavirus drug
A 44-year-old ER doctor in Seattle developed a life-threatening case of COVID-19 and was saved with the help of an experimental drug. The anti-inflammatory drug …
Google said to be readying a custom chip for Pixels and Chromebooks
The Pixel 5 is rumored to have a mid-range Qualcomm Snapdragon processor rather than the chip that powers the Galaxy S20. Google is reportedly looking …
Forget the Galaxy S20: The $699 OnePlus 8 5G is too good to pass up
The newly launched OnePlus 8 phones have the same high-end specs as the Galaxy S20, complete with 5G support, but they’re a lot more affordable. …
OnePlus 8 Pro and OnePlus 8 revealed: Here’s what you need to know
OnePlus just unveiled the OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro, two 5G phones powered by the same Snapdragon 865 chipset found inside the Galaxy S20 …
New coronavirus mutation strain could threaten vaccine development
A novel coronavirus study says a strain of the virus from India manifested the first meaningful mutation that could hinder vaccine research. Other scientists who …
How the Apple-Google coronavirus contact tracing tech will protect your privacy
Apple and Google have devised a cross-platform application to help with coronavirus contact tracing. The app will not track users and will not share any …
Galaxy S20 trade-in deal is better than ever for older iPhone, Pixel and Galaxy phones
Samsung has quietly updated its Galaxy S20 trade-in deal, and it’s now offering more money for older devices. Handsets launch last year, like the iPhone …
How the next Apple Watch might help save coronavirus patients
Novel coronavirus complications include severe shortness of breath that might have to be treated with oxygen therapy and a ventilator. Patients who experience mild symptoms …
Here’s why Google’s Pixel 4a will be dead on arrival
Google is expected to launch a budget Pixel 4a in the coming weeks, a phone that will feature mid-range specs and will cost $399. Apple’s …
New research shows fatal side effects of potential coronavirus cure
Hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine are two of the most frequently discussed anti-COVID-19 drugs, thanks to President Trump’s repeated enthusiastic remarks about them. The anti-malaria treatment has …
Leak says AirPower could be the key to the first portless iPhone
Apple engineers are supposedly working on a new version of the AirPower, which is a crucial device for a future iPhone without ports. A YouTube …
