Xiaomi is introducing a $300 hoverboard that looks like a mini-Segway
Xiaomi has made its name by producing consumer tech products with high specs and shockingly low prices and now it’s released its most ambitious product …
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.
Articles by Chris Smith
This 17-year-old Disney expert knows more Disneyland secrets than you do
No matter how much you love Disneyland and everything Disney-related, chances are you’re not familiar with all the park’s secrets and mysteries. In fact, most …
In pictures: iOS 9 vs. Android 6.0 Marshmallow user interfaces
Apple and Google already have hundreds of millions users for their mobile operating systems. Hardcore fans of each mobile platform seem to be engaged in a permanent …
Why is it so hard for Microsoft’s Surface Book to compete with Apple?
When thinking about Apple computers, many buyers worry about the expensive price tags. Whether it’s the new 12-inch Retina MacBook or a MacBook Pro, Apple …
Best navigation app in the world gets massive update and redesign
Being stuck in traffic is probably one of the most annoying things we get to relive a regular basis. Luckily, there are apps that can …
Watch the Star Wars 7 teasers for the final trailer airing during Monday Night Football
Star Wars 7, better known as Star Wars: The Force Awakens, will hit theaters on December 18th, and Disney’s marketing for the upcoming blockbuster movie appears to …
New ad shows a killer Windows 10 phone feature the iPhone 6s and Nexus 5X don’t have
Microsoft unveiled a bunch of new Windows 10 products a few weeks ago, including new 2-in-1 Surface-branded laptops/tablets and high-end smartphones, the Lumia 950 series. …
Apple promises free screen replacement for Retina MacBook Pro ‘Staingate’ displays
After admitting not too long ago that certain MacBook Pro versions have a graphic card issue and qualify for free repairs, Apple quietly confirmed one more issue …
Microsoft does what?
Back in the day when Apple was trying to reaffirm itself in the computer business and convince buyers that Macs were better than PCs, the …
Smart carry-on luggage takes Kickstarter by storm
Are you a frequent flyer in search for the perfect carry-on luggage that would fix all the things you hate about travelling? The G-RO might …
Microsoft is ready to save your PC from huge ransomware infection
TeslaCrypt doesn’t mean anything to many PC users, but there are thousands of people who have somehow contracted this infectious malware program that imprisons personal files …
NYPD has some scary-sounding x-ray vans – and it’s refusing to talk about them
The New York Police Department has equipped x-rays in some of its vans but it’s refusing to talk about them due to “security concerns.” Even …
Microsoft is sorry it forced that Windows 10 update down your throat
How cool is it that Windows 10 is available as a free update to all Windows 7 and Windows 8 customers? Very cool if you …
Report says ‘Chipgate’ may have cost Samsung Apple’s iPhone 7 business
Whenever Apple comes out to defend a potential flaw that has a “-gate” suffix — think Antennagate (iPhone 4), Bendgate (iPhone 6) or Batterygate / Chipgate (iPhone …
How to get 3D Touch functionality and Live Photos on your iPhone 6
3D Touch is the main new feature on the iPhone 6s, offering iOS users ways to navigate apps and multitasking even faster than before (you can, however, turn …
Facebook looking to fix battery-stealing iPhone app
Several reports over the last few days that were echoed by many tech sites and on social channels revealed that Facebook might employ some shady …
Watch Jamie Foxx rock a pink iPhone 6s in new 3D Touch commercial
The pink iPhone 6s is so popular that it was the first to sell out when Apple kicked off iPhone 6s preorders a few days …
Yahoo has just started killing off the password
Many companies are trying to kill the password in an attempt to improve the security of online services, and Yahoo is ready to give it …
In pictures: Facebook’s new virtual assistant offers tricks Siri and Google Now can’t beat
We’ve known for a while that Facebook is working on a special virtual assistant project that will be integrated into its popular Messenger chat application, …
Scary James Bond-style USB flash drive can instantly kill any computer
The following USB flash drive isn’t just an extremely imaginative tech weapon worthy of James Bond. We’re looking at an actual killer USB stick that …
Why 3D Touch is so much better than anything Android can offer right now
From the moment Apple demoed 3D Touch on stage during the iPhone 6s event, some Android users were quick to point out that Android had …
Video: Galaxy Note 5 vs. iPhone 6s Plus, real-life camera performance test
Apple’s new iPhone 6s has better camera hardware and software than any earlier model, with the iPhone 6s Plus also packing optical image stabilization for photos …
Video: The iPhone 7 I hope Apple will never make
Don’t get me wrong, I loved the 3.5-inch iPhones at the time. They fit perfectly in my hand and seemed to be just right for anything. …
Apple explains why you should use that awesome iOS 9 feature others tell you to avoid
Apple introduced a new Wi-Fi feature in iOS 9 called Wi-Fi Assist. With its help, an iOS device can quickly revert to cellular data if …
Android malware apps might net hackers millions, fool Google Play Store security
Most of the recent malware-related security reports detailed various threats targeting Apple’s iOS ecosystem, but that doesn’t mean hackers have stopped attacking Android. A new …
Watch: 3D printers make on-the-spot clothes for a beloved ‘Game of Thrones’ character
Say you’re Brienne of Tarth and you’ve just run out of armor. Would you trust scary 3D printing machines to weave a dress around you …
Hackers find a sneaky new way to attack your phone through Siri and Google Now
How confident are you that your virtual assistant is only listening to your commands? Think there’s any chance Siri or Google Now could be duped …
5 easy tools to ensure you don’t get tracked on the web
Like it or not, your favorite websites and online services all track you in some way, though some have stronger protections in place than others. Some …
This is the insanely detailed iPhone 6s teardown we’ve been waiting for
Gadget teardowns are always impressive, as they reveal some of the secrets behind newly launched devices such as Apple’s iPhone 6s series. Just as expected, …
How Facebook steals your iPhone’s battery life
Steal is a strong word, but that seems to be the case with the Facebook mobile app on iOS when it comes to battery life. …
