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.
Google Maps now lets business owners update their listings with ‘temporarily closed’ warnings. The feature can be very helpful when planning trips to stores during …
The iPhone 12 series is widely expected to feature a new design, although the handsets will likely feature displays with notches at the top, housing …
New Dell laptops can mirror the iPhone’s screen with the help of the new Dell Mobile Connect app. Announced at CES 2020, the app also …
Researchers from the UK have developed a smartphone-connected coronavirus testing device that can be used at home for a fast diagnosis. The COVID-19 test kit …
Scientists studying the genetics of the novel coronavirus are hopeful that a vaccine can have long-lasting effects, as the virus isn’t mutating as much as …
The novel coronavirus pandemic leads to severe COVID-19 in some patients, with men being more likely to die than women. Available data suggests that lifestyle …
A novel coronavirus patient in serious condition thinks a last-minute hydroxychloroquine treatment saved his life. The anti-malarial drug made the news in recent days following …
The iPhone 12 leaks and renders that appeared online lately might not show the real thing, a leaker says, as the phone’s design hasn’t been …
India, the world’s second-most populous country after China, has gone into a complete lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic. Everything except for essential services, including …
Google’s Pixel 5, which is set to launch this fall, will not have the same high-end processor as the Galaxy S20 and other Android flagships, …
Coronavirus vaccine developer Moderna said the mRNA-1273 drug that’s currently in the clinical trials phase might be ready to be deployed as soon as this …
The 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics have been postponed to next year, just as reports said earlier this week. Mounting fears over the coronavirus pandemic have …
A new coronavirus study from the CDC shows that traces of the novel coronavirus can last on surfaces for even longer periods of time than …
Drugs that treat malaria and other medical conditions, including chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine, have seen a surge in popularity after they were described by President Trump …
Sony made subtle changes to the PlayStation 5 website that seems to suggest the new console’s holiday 2020 release window is still very much in …
Galaxy S20, one of the best flagship Android smartphones of the first half of the year, is already available for a much cheaper price. The …
iOS 14 will be the star of the show at WWDC 2020 this summer, regardless of how Apple chooses to host the event in response …
A Marvel insider claimed that three MCU Phase 4 TV shows that were in development for Disney+ will not resume work in the coming weeks …
Amazon’s Prime Video streaming service now supports up to six profiles on the same account, one more than Netflix. The feature has been quietly rolling …
It goes without saying that coronavirus testing is one of the key weapons for fighting the COVID-19 outbreak, and the FDA just approved a quick …
The World Health Organization is spearheading a massive COVID-19 drug trial that will include thousands of patients in participating countries. The Solidarity megatrial will focus …
Google’s information website for the novel coronavirus went live over the weekend, featuring handy information about the COVID-19 pandemic. The site isn’t the resource Trump …
Amazon will stop shipping non-essential goods to buyers in Italy and France during the coronavirus outbreak, as it’s prioritizing the delivery of health and household …
At least 20 coronavirus vaccines are already in development, as the WHO continues to work with scientists to deal with the various problems that may …
The Xbox Series X has an edge over the PS5 when it comes to specs, but Sony’s console could have a formidable weapon. The PlayStation …
Researchers in China may have proven that COVID-19 reinfection isn’t possible in subjects who have recovered from the illness. The scientists analyzed monkeys infected with …
Amazon, Apple, and other retailers are extending their return policies during the COVID-19 pandemic. Amazon’s new return policies were first spotted in Italy, the country …
Google placed a dedicated COVID-19 news panel on the YouTube homepage which houses authoritative content about the pandemic. The new panel has gone live in …
Disney made a surprise announcement on Friday, revealing that the recently released Pixar film Onward will be immediately available for purchase online. The move follows …
Google Maps has now begun to display a coronavirus alert on Android, iPhone, and the web. The message reminds people to call their doctors before …
