Report: Facebook wants to use your Instagram location history for targeted ads
If you fear that Facebook will turn Instagram into a cash machine now that the Instagram creators are out the door, then you’ll want to …
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
Nokia just unveiled its own wireless earphones to take on Apple’s AirPods
Apple’s successful AirPods have plenty of rivals right now, with companies including Sony, Huawei, Samsung, Google, and OnePlus, having designed their own wireless earphones over …
Google trolls Pixel 3 rumors again with ‘Super Selfie Mode’ reference
Google will unveil the next-gen Pixel phones next week, but this week it’s busy with issuing Pixel 3 teasers that happen to troll existing rumors …
An ‘Avengers 4’ poster may be hiding in plain sight, but we still can’t see it
A few weeks ago, the Russo Brothers posted a somewhat cryptic teaser on social media, an image showing one of the two Avengers co-directors, with …
The Huawei Mate 20 Pro might somehow be cheaper than the iPhone XS
Huawei will unveil the Mate 20 series in less than two weeks, but we already know one detail that makes the phone more interesting than …
Google Maps ‘commute’ feature is now rolling out to Android and iPhone
Earlier this week, Google announced a significant redesign for Google Maps, the introduction of a new Commute tab that would combine the functionalities of the …
Bloomberg reports bombshell Chinese hardware attack on US tech companies, met with swift denials
A bombshell report claims that China has been developing a massive spying operation for a few years that involved building hardware backdoors into critical server …
Pixel 3 preorders to start on October 9th, right after Google’s press event
Next week, Google will hold a massive press conference to announce a bunch of new hardware, but most of the new products have already been …
Nintendo to launch new Switch console as soon as next summer
The Switch turned out to be a huge success story for Nintendo, having sold nearly 20 million units since its debut in early March 2017. …
There’s no reason to buy the LG V40 ThinQ right now
LG on Wednesday unveiled the V40 ThinQ for the second time in less than two weeks, although it finally revealed all the details about its …
Microsoft hints that a pocketable Surface is still in the works
Microsoft had quite a few surprises for Surface fans during its press conference on Tuesday, including a pair of Surface-branded headphones, a new Windows 10 …
Is Google about to unveil a Pixel 3 Mini?
We already talked about Google’s latest Pixel 3 teaser, an Instagram/Twitter post that seems to be trolling what might be a Google-induced Pixel Ultra conspiracy …
Consumer Reports says iPhone XS and XS Max deliver ‘big battery life improvements’
Apple said during the battery life segment of its iPhone XS presentation a few weeks ago that the new 5.8-inch iPhone lasts 30 minutes longer …
Google gives Assistant a major makeover a few days before the Pixel 3 event
With a few days to go until the Pixel 3 press conference, Google on Wednesday announced a massive Google Assistant makeover which will bring users …
Apple Watch Series 4 might be more powerful than the iPhone in your pocket
Many people compared the Apple Watch Series 4 to the iPhone 4 while explaining the major design update Apple delivered this year. But Series 4 …
Google trolls fans with ‘mini Pixel’ teaser ahead of Pixel 3 launch event
The Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL are almost upon us, but that doesn’t mean we’re done finding Pixel 3 leaks and teasers. Google already …
Microsoft just made paying for Surface and Office easier
Microsoft on Tuesday unveiled four Surface-branded products, including three new computers and a pair of headphones, as well as new Windows 10 features. But one …
You’ll be able to run Android apps on Windows 10 laptops
Microsoft may not make phones of its own, but that doesn’t mean it’s less interested in your mobile experience. Not only does Microsoft make a …
Microsoft’s foldable Surface Phone project seems to be very much alive
Even though foldable phones routinely make the news, with two devices expected to be unveiled at some point in the coming months, Samsung and Huawei …
Be careful downloading ‘Fortnite’ cheats: Some contain malware
Fortnite is such a massive phenomenon that hackers have started targeting players with malware that’s able to steal personal data including Bitcoin wallet information that …
We now know the key OnePlus 6T features, and why the phone will be more expensive
OnePlus will formally announce the OnePlus 6T in a couple of weeks, but we already know the phone’s significant new features thanks to a series …
Nokia 9 PureView could be the Nokia Android flagship we’ve been waiting for
HMD Global has been selling Android phones for almost two years now, but the company is yet to launch the Android phone that Nokia fans …
Google’s new video teaser for Pixel 3 confirms ‘Active Edge’ display will return
Google next week will hold its latest hardware event, with the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL being the undisputed stars of the show. Sure, …
The specs of the Galaxy S10’s triple camera were just leaked
Samsung will launch three Galaxy S10 versions next year, including a Plus model that will have five cameras — three on the back and two …
This is our best look at the OnePlus 6T
The OnePlus 6T is just a couple of weeks away, which explains the deluge of rumors these days. Only last week we saw hands-on images …
Google’s first Chrome OS tablet may also run Windows 10
Google next week is expected to launch at least one new Chrome device during the Pixel 3 event, including its first ever Chrome OS tablet. …
Report: New Surface Laptop 2 and Surface Pro 6 still won’t have USB-C ports
Microsoft on Tuesday will update its Surface notebook lines with the new Surface Laptop 2 and Surface Pro 6 models. Neither laptop, however, will deliver …
HP just launched a laptop that’s made of leather
Forget the new Surface laptops that Microsoft will unveil on Tuesday, or Google’s Pixel Slate Chrome OS tablet that’s coming next week complete with Windows …
Yet another Marvel star confirms her character survived ‘Avengers: Infinity War’
A few weeks ago, we saw Dave Bautista casually mention that he’s going to be in both Avengers 4 and Guardians 3, even though Drax, his …
Google Maps adds new Commute tab that shows your bus or train in real time
With the latest Google Maps update, Google wants to improve your commute, especially if you’re using a combination of personal and public transportation to get …
