Google Maps and Search add new AI features for EVs, plus new public transit features
In anticipation of this year’s Earth Day, Google on Wednesday announced new features for Google Maps and Search that should make travel more sustainable. The …
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.
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WhatsApp’s new Chat Filters will help you make sense of your inbox
Navigating any instant messenger app can be a huge pain. It’s not just one-to-one chats that pile up each day on different platforms. It’s also …
We might know when Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse will premiere
If I were to pick just one Spider-Man series from Sony’s multiple reboots, I’d pick Spider-Verse without thinking twice. I say that as someone who …
Samsung’s first mixed reality device probably won’t be a real Vision Pro rival
The Apple Vision Pro features a sophisticated hardware and software experience that no augmented reality (AR) or virtual reality (VR) headsets available on the market …
Something strange happened: I stopped caring about Apple’s Vision Pro
I’ve been a fan of the Apple Vision Pro since even before Apple actually announced the spatial computer. I still am. I want that future …
Adobe’s PDF AI Assistant might be the most useful AI product I’ve ever seen
I’ve said that paying for premium artificial intelligence (AI) products is often worthwhile. It’s not just about access to premium features, improved privacy, and faster …
Pixel 9 Pro Fold name change indicates a big twist for Google’s foldables
Fans of foldable devices are probably waiting for Google to release the Pixel Fold 2 this summer. The device has appeared in various leaks, indicating …
This rumor might have spoiled Spider-Man 4’s 2025 release date
Spider-Man 4 has been the talk of the town for the past few months. And it hasn’t always been good news. If rumors are accurate, …
PS5 Pro’s late 2024 release window hinted by another specs leak
About a month ago, we began seeing PS5 Pro specs leaks that seemed to be genuine. Reports said that Sony was investigating the origin of …
iOS 18’s AI features will be on-device only – should we be worried or excited?
Artificial intelligence is widely expected to be the main topic of WWDC 2024 in June. Apple will add generative AI features to the iPhone and …
Pixel 9 will get satellite communications two years after the iPhone
We still have a long wait ahead of us before Google’s Pixel 9 launch, but leaks keep spoiling its new features. The newest report details …
Apple’s M4 MacBooks are coming sooner than you think, with a big focus on AI
I get it. You might have purchased one of the M3 MacBook Air models that Apple launched in early March. The next-gen M4 chip upgrade …
Why this Mac user hopes Microsoft’s Windows on Arm outperforms Apple’s M3 Macs
I’m a longtime iPhone and Mac user who isn’t likely to switch to a new ecosystem anytime soon. It’s not just about iOS or macOS. …
Deadpool 3 CinemaCon footage has a massive Multiverse Saga spoiler
We have about three months left until Deadpool & Wolverine hits theaters, which means the next Deadpool 3 trailer is imminent. Considering that Marvel just …
This nerve-shredding true crime doc just rocketed to #1 on Netflix
I’m not usually actively searching for true crime documentaries when looking for something new to watch, whether it’s on Netflix or anywhere else. But if …
Google One VPN is shutting down, but there’s already a better alternative
Considering the state of the internet today, I think having a premium VPN app on your devices should be as big a priority as creating …
This iPhone SE 4 specs leak seems too good to be true
The iPhone 16 models aren’t the only exciting new iPhones that Apple is working on. The company’s next-gen mid-ranger, the iPhone SE 4, has been …
ChatGPT GPT-4 just got a huge upgrade that people are raving about
OpenAI has recently made ChatGPT available to users without requiring an account. It’s a big upgrade, making the chatbot even more accessible. However, I explained …
Why I need wearable AI hardware in my life, and why it can’t be cheap
I’m a longtime iPhone user, and I’m certain iOS 18 will bring plenty of generative AI features to the smartphone, turning it into an early …
DuckDuckGo’s new $9.99 Privacy Pro subscription should be on everyone’s radar
After all these years, DuckDuckGo doesn’t need an introduction. It’s a more private internet search tool than Google Search, and it’s my default search engine …
Microsoft Copilot AI is about to take over my favorite web browser
Generative AI computing is here, and all the main chatbots are available worldwide. You can use ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and Google Gemini via apps on …
Adobe’s AI text-to-video tool already sounds better than Sora
Adobe is working on a mysterious text-to-video generative AI product that will let users create video clips with nothing but text prompts. If the feature …
How to fix the Apple Watch ghost touch issue that’s driving people crazy
Reports a few months ago detailed a ghost touch issue for certain Apple Watch models that Apple was investigating. Some users discovered that their smartwatches’ …
Dyson’s brilliant new AR app shows you where you vacuumed
I’m at an age where I’m more likely to get excited about cool new vacuum cleaner tech than the latest iPhone 16 rumors. The iPhone …
All Google Photos users will get AI editing features for free
Google on Wednesday announced a big AI upgrade for Google Photos. All the AI editing features that were previously exclusive to phones like the Pixel …
A mysterious iOS 18 AI feature might’ve just leaked: Safari Browsing Assistant
Apple is widely expected to add several generative AI features to the iPhone via the upcoming iOS 18 update. Rumors point to both on-device and …
Teens still overwhelmingly want an iPhone over Android, new survey says
Piper Sandler just released a new version of its biannual Taking Stock With Teens study, which analyzes teenagers’ preferences for various products. The study looks …
Google’s latest AI chip makes me think Gemini will be a good fit for the iPhone
Several reports in the past few weeks have said that Apple is negotiating with different providers of generative AI services to use their large language …
Jony Ive and Sam Altman reportedly want $1 billion to fund new AI hardware
Reports last fall claimed that Jony Ive and Sam Altman had been talking about creating the iPhone of artificial intelligence (AI). The rumors, which were …
I refuse to buy an OLED iPad Pro until I know how good iPadOS 18 will be
Over the weekend, we finally got a trustworthy release date estimate for the OLED iPad Pro. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman said the launch will happen sometime …
