Apple reopens stores in China, just as it suspends Today at Apple sessions in the US
The coronavirus outbreak is getting worse in western countries, and Apple is taking steps to ensure the safety of customers and employees. Today at Apple …
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
The iPhone’s best feature might be coming to the MacBook soon
All iPhone 12 and 2020 iPad Pro models are expected to feature Face ID, the sophisticated 3D face recognition feature that Apple introduced alongside the …
‘Black Widow’ isn’t delayed, but MCU Phase 4 could still be in trouble
Marvel’s Black Widow will launch on May 1st in spite of the COVID-19 pandemic, mainly because Disney can’t really afford to delay any of its …
This hidden Google Maps trick helps protect you from the coronavirus
Google Maps has a few handy features that can help users deal with the novel coronavirus pandemic, including a built-in tool that will let you …
This might be the PS5 user interface of your dreams
Sony hasn’t scheduled any PlayStation 5 announcement event, nor has it released any new PS5 details this year — comparatively, Microsoft a few days ago …
2020’s first bitcoin bloodbath is here
Bitcoin’s price flash-crashed from nearly $8,000 to about $5,650 in early Thursday trading, taking the entire cryptocurrency market along for the ride. The sudden dip …
The $399 Escobar Fold is actually a Samsung Galaxy Fold with a sticker
Escobar Fold phones are supposed to be affordable, high-end foldable handsets, made by a company managed by the infamous Escobar family. The foldable phones, however, …
MacBooks unlike anything Apple has ever made are coming soon
Apple is expected to update its MacBook Pro and MacBook Air lines this year, with noted analyst Ming-Chi Kuo claiming that several notable upgrades are …
Huawei’s next flagship phone might have the same problem as the Galaxy S20
The Huawei P40 launch event will go forward on March 26, although the Chinese smartphone vendor will unveil the phone via an online-only presentation because …
One of the most exciting MCU Phase 4 TV series finally has a launch window
Marvel’s MCU Phase 4 includes 10 TV series that will hit Disney+ by the end of 2021, and they’ll be directly connected to the six …
There’s one original Avenger whose fate is unclear after Endgame – now we know he’ll be back
Marvel’s MCU Phase 4 will deliver new stories featuring new and existing characters from Marvel comics. Some of the original Avengers will be replaced by …
One of Google Maps’ best new features is finally rolling out to more users
Google Maps users in several countries are reporting the rollout of a highly-anticipated feature, the speed limit indicator. The feature was first released last year, …
PS5 and Xbox Series X releases delayed? Here’s what top insiders say
The PS5 release date might be set for sometime in November, analysts say, which is also when the new Xbox Series X should launch. That’s …
Pixel 4a price and design accidentally leaked by Google
The Pixel 4a had been expected to launch in May during Google’s I/O 2020 conference, as was the case with the Pixel 3a last year, …
This streaming service airs free Netflix, Disney+, and HBO content – but with a huge twist
Netflix, Disney+, HBO, and Hulu are all streaming services you need to pay for, or you need to at least get a password from a …
Pixel 4 has another issue that Google should fix before Pixel 5 launches
A new Pixel 4 discovery shows a previously unknown issue with Google’s newest flagship, one that Google should fix before the Pixel 5 launches. It …
OnePlus 8 will be more expensive than its predecessors, and it’s all thanks to 5G
All OnePlus 8 phones will have 5G connectivity, OnePlus CEO Pete Lau revealed ahead of the launch event. The OnePlus 8 Pro and the OnePlus …
New Galaxy S20 rival has the same high-end specs in an affordable package
Vivo’s Nex 3S 5G is the latest 5G flagship from the Chinese smartphone vendor. The smartphone features the same core specs as all of the …
iOS 14 launch likely on track for June even if WWDC 2020 is canceled
WWDC 2020, scheduled for June 3-7 in San Jose, California, might be canceled due to the coronavirus outbreak. Apple has yet to confirm anything, but …
‘Black Widow’ is about to deliver a mind-bending paradox, thanks to ‘Endgame’
Black Widow’s release date is approaching fast, with Marvel having just released the final trailer for the first MCU Phase 4 film. The movie is …
Apple’s iPhone 9 release next month has reportedly been canceled
Apple’s iPhone 9 was expected to be unveiled in late March ahead of a release in stores in early April. A new report says Apple’s …
Insiders reveal what PS5 and Xbox Series X’s crazy specs mean for next-gen games
PS5 and Xbox Series X specs include a detail that sounds great on paper: The consoles will feature next-gen GPUs capable of more teraflops than …
How Google Maps will help you during the coronavirus outbreak
Google Maps can be a helpful tool when it comes to dealing with business disruptions caused by the coronavirus outbreak. Google is advising business owners …
What happens with your iPhone during the coronavirus epidemic?
The coronavirus outbreak is bad news, but standard hygiene measures will reduce the risk of infection — that includes cleaning your iPhone, and other portable …
Amazon Prime Video is available free of charge in Italy’s quarantined coronavirus hot zones
Italy is one of the four major coronavirus hot zones in addition to China, Iran, and South Korea, and the government decided to quarantine parts …
Google location data turns innocent cyclist into burglary suspect
Google collects location history on Android devices, and that data can be accessed by law enforcement agencies with the help of so-called “geofence warrants”. That’s …
iPhone 9 launch event supposedly canceled over coronavirus concerns
Apple’s iPhone 9 (iPhone SE 2) is one of the most highly anticipated products of the first half of the year, a device rumored to …
PS5 specs might’ve finally just leaked
Sony’s PlayStation 5 still lacks a full specs sheet, as the company is yet to announce specific details about the console’s hardware. The PS5 is …
Google Maps just got an amazing new hidden feature
A brand new Google Maps feature will help you make the most of your next restaurant visit. Google Lens integration will highlight the most popular …
Marvel’s final ‘Black Widow’ trailer is out, and it’s packed with new footage
Black Widow is Marvel’s first MCU Phase 4 film, set to launch on May 1st, and the studio has just released the final trailer for …
