One of Google’s best inventions ever just went live on Android
Google Translate is getting an excellent new feature on Android devices. Called Transcribe, the feature lets you translate and transcribe someone’s words in real-time, as …
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
‘Black Widow’ premiere delayed over mounting coronavirus fears
Disney just announced that Black Widow, Marvel’s film that kicks of MCU Phase 4, has been postponed over coronavirus fears. Black Widow joins other Disney …
Researchers discovered how the body kills the coronavirus
Research from Australia determined that the immune system’s response to the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus that causes the COVID-19 disease is similar to a reaction to the …
This is the Xbox Series X’s most exciting innovation
Xbox Series X’s specs include fast SSD storage thanks to a 1TB custom NVME solid-state drive that offers better performance than most laptop SSDs. Given …
PS5 news is finally here: Sony will reveal the PlayStation 5 tomorrow
Sony revealed on Twitter the date for the PlayStation 5 announcement that fans have been waiting for. PS5 lead system architect Mark Cerny will reveal …
Universal will release movies at home and in theaters at the same time
Universal announced that brand new movies starting with Trolls World Tour will launch in cinemas and on streaming services on the same day. ”Day-and-Date” release …
Google’s coronavirus website delayed until later this week
Google’s coronavirus website is still offline, as the company has delayed the launch to later this week. The website will display updated information about the …
This is the new Xbox Wireless Controller for the Xbox Series X
Microsoft made another surprise Xbox Series X announcement, revealing the full specs of the new console as well as more details about the new Xbox …
This brilliant iPhone trick might help you fight the coronavirus infection
The COVID-19 infection lacks unique symptoms. Fever, coughing, and shortness of breath might apply to the flu and other medical conditions as well. But body …
New Pixel 5 leak suggests Google is about to make a huge mistake
The Pixel 5 is supposed to be Google’s alternative to the iPhone 12 this year, but a disturbing rumor says the new device might not …
New AirPods leaked, but coronavirus might delay Apple’s release
Apple’s AirPods might soon be refreshed, a new report out of Taiwan says, although the coronavirus pandemic might impact the product’s launch. It’s unclear what …
Xbox Series X official specs may confirm a key PS5 feature
In another surprise announcement, Microsoft released the full specs sheet for the Xbox Series X on Monday, including RAM and storage details. Considering the PS5 …
Leak says iPhone 12 performance will crush every new Android phone
The iPhone 12 is expected to feature a brand new Apple A14 processor that should be faster and more efficient than the A13 Bionic in …
One of the best Google Maps features just got even better
One of Google Maps’ best features has received a new update that will let users access it faster than ever. Announced a few weeks ago, …
Google’s coronavirus screening website is live, but it’s not the resource you want
Google sister site Verily opened a limited COVID-19 screening site that lets people in two Bay Area counties register for testing. Verily’s screening and testing …
Google says it’s building Trump’s coronavirus website it didn’t know it was building
Google this weekend announced that it’s working with the US government on a nationwide COVID-19 coronavirus information website. The company was caught off-guard by Trump’s …
PS5 and Xbox Series X releases likely to be delayed
PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X are two of the most anticipated products of the year, next-gen console upgrades that have been seven years in …
Coronavirus infection may be worsened by a common household drug
France, one of the European countries seeing the biggest surge in novel coronavirus cases in the past few weeks, has taken additional measures to increase …
YouTube’s app just got a big change that you might have missed
Google made a huge change to the YouTube app’s user interface meant to address criticism from some independent content creators. The Trending section is now …
‘Black Widow’ and all the new trailers you need to watch
Several blockbusters have already been delayed because of the coronavirus pandemic, including No Time to Die, Fast and Furious 9, Mulan, The New Mutants, and …
Huawei’s P40 Pro might have one big advantage over the Galaxy S20
Huawei’s upcoming P40 series will be the first P-series version to ship without Google apps preinstalled, as Huawei is still banned from working with Google. …
iOS 14 will bring huge changes to the iPhone – here’s what they might look like
iOS 14 will feature several big changes according to recent discoveries in leaked code, including a new way to display apps on the home screen. Designers …
Tom Holland says Spider-Man 3 will be ‘insane’ – but the reason is a mystery
Spider-Man 3 has the best premise of any Spider-Man film so far: For the first time, the world knows the identity of the superhero. The …
Sony just revealed a huge PS5 detail and we nearly missed it
Sony hasn’t revealed anything new about the PlayStation 5 in several months, even though Microsoft unveiled the Xbox Series X design and main specs via …
This brand new gaming phone has better specs than the Galaxy S20 and it’s a lot cheaper
A brand new Nubia gaming phone features Galaxy S20-grade specs for a more affordable price tag. The Red Magic 5G comes with 5G support as …
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 …
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 …
