These iPhone X tips and tricks will help you adapt to Apple’s big design overhaul
The iPhone X is still back ordered across the world, but you can still buy one from Apple retail stores and carriers if you’re lucky …
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
You can still get an iPhone X in time for Christmas, you’ll just pay full price
The iPhone X is the hottest phone you can buy right now. If you can find it in stores, that is. With Apple struggling to …
The iPhone X’s wireless charging still sucks compared to everything else
All three 2017 iPhones support wireless charging out of the box. The feature has been available on Android for years, while iPhone users had to …
Sam’s Club has a sweet Galaxy Note 8 and Galaxy S8 Black Friday deal
The Sam’s Club Black Friday ad leaked earlier this week, teasing that a special iPhone sale would be unveiled on November 15th. The retailer did …
This is what a ruined Space Gray iPhone X really looks like
A few days ago, I told you how I “ruined” my iPhone X in less than a minute, and that many of you have probably …
Sam’s Club promises $100 off ‘any iPhone’ for Black Friday, but iPhone X isn’t ‘any iPhone’
The leaked Sam’s Club Black Friday 2017 ad teases a special iPhone promotion that will be revealed online on November 15th. Well, it just so …
Samsung will reportedly release not two, but three new all-screen Galaxy S9 models
It’s common sense to assume that two Galaxy S9 models are in the works for an early 2018 launch, including the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy …
Here’s what the Galaxy S9 might look like if Samsung copies the iPhone X
Samsung is rumored to launch the Galaxy S9 earlier than expected next year so that it can better face the iPhone X threat. Reports also …
Apple confirms iPhone X-exclusive Animoji feature uses TrueDepth camera and IR sensor
Every new iPhone comes with new hardware and software innovations that power signature features which aren’t available on other iOS or macOS devices. In time, …
3D holograms are about to be more than just science fiction
The most significant trend in mobile this year is the all-screen smartphone design. All the major players in the business released at least one device …
The iPhone X’s Face ID has one real vulnerability: Your kids
The iPhone X comes with the most secure facial recognition system available on a mobile device right now, miles ahead of the next best thing. …
Apple should steal this genius iOS notifications design before Android does
iPhone notifications, am I right? They can be very annoying and messy at times, even though Apple has taken big steps to improve the notifications …
Sam’s Club Black Friday ad: Mysterious iPhone sale, cheap consoles, and tons of TV deals
We’re 10 days away from Black Friday 2017, but leaks and official announcements keep pouring in, revealing plenty of interesting deals. Many retailers will offer …
iPhone X and iPhone 8 get faster wireless charging with iOS 11.2 update
A few weeks ago, we learned that the three iPhones that support wireless charging out of the box will get even faster charging speeds in …
Galaxy S9 tipped to launch early – and yes, it’ll steal iPhone X features
The Galaxy S9 is already in the works at Samsung, with a recent report claiming that a prototype production run took place in October. Rumors …
Act surprised: OnePlus phones have a hidden backdoor
This is not a good year for OnePlus, as the Chinese smartphone maker had to put several fires out. The most recent issue concerned user …
The iPhone X’s Face ID is years ahead of Android
The iPhone X brings to the iOS ecosystem a brand new trick that, in time, will probably find its way to other iOS and macOS …
Here’s one iPhone X tip to take your Animoji game to the next level
The advanced TrueDepth camera system found on the iPhone X doesn’t just make possible the 3D facial recognition system that replaced Touch ID. The same …
I only needed a minute to ruin my iPhone X, and you probably ruined yours too
I was able to get my hands on an iPhone X a lot sooner than I expected after I faced the harsh reality of not …
Samsung Black Friday 2017 deals: The best Note 8 and S8 discounts, and tons of TV deals
Samsung devices are included in virtually every Black Friday sale from electronics retailers across the nation, and we’ve already seen plenty of deals on Samsung’s …
eBay wants to fix the worst thing about Black Friday with early price match deals
The days when the best Black Friday deals were available only in brick and mortar stores are long gone, as the internet helped major retailers …
This might be our first look at Samsung’s new Galaxy S9 design
As we get closer to 2018, you should expect more and more Galaxy S9 leaks and rumors, as Samsung prepares to launch its next flagship …
The first OnePlus 5T unboxing is here, well ahead of the phone’s official launch
It’s no secret that OnePlus will launch a new Android phone later this week. Better said, the Chinese smartphone company will release a new variation …
Here’s how to make your own transparent iPhone X
The iPhone X only comes in black and white, and both versions look so good that you’ll have a hard time choosing between them. But …
10 new movie trailers you need to watch from this past week
Murder on the Orient Express, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, and Daddy’s Home Two are three of the new movies opening this weekend that might …
How to find an iPhone X in Apple stores right now
You tried to order one on November 3rd, but you failed, and the iPhone X inventory in your local Apple store quickly disappeared. You don’t …
The iPhone X has already been jailbroken
Well that was fast. The iPhone X has been jailbroken after just a week on the market, which means the brand new A11 Bionic chip …
Home Depot Black Friday 2017 ad leak: Way more tech deals than you thought
If home improvement is on your list of things to do this year and you’re waiting for some sweet Black Friday deals to get you …
Samsung quietly unveils the Galaxy S9’s main components
We’re slowly approaching the Galaxy S9 rumors season, as the phone is expected to launch a bit earlier than its predecessor. Recent reports said the …
Winter is coming: iPhone X screen might ‘freeze’ in cold weather, but Apple is fixing it
The iPhone X has been in use around the world for one week, which means regular mortals have now had plenty of time to try …
