Pluto has gorgeous blue skies and frozen red water, new imagery reveals
Pluto is still as inhospitable for human life as Mars is, but the distant planet we’ve just begun exploring better than ever before might look …
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
How long does the Surface Book’s battery last in tablet mode?
Microsoft said during its massive Windows 10 hardware event earlier this week that the “ultimate” Surface Book laptop will last 12 hours on a single …
New point-and-shoot camera with 16 sensors can replace your pricey DSLR and lens kit
It’s increasingly clear that mobile devices, especially flagship smartphones, can offer a camera experience that’s on par with most point-and-shoot cameras. Some even approach DSLR …
Does Surface Book really crush the MacBook Pro? Microsoft’s bold claim has a big asterisk
Microsoft woweed its audience earlier this week with the announcement of its Surface Book, which is basically a beefed up version of the Surface Pro 4. Dubbed as the …
It’s safe to say Daniel Craig really, really never wants to play James Bond again
If you ask me, Daniel Craig is the best James Bond ever, but I’ll admit the scripts of his 007 movies might have helped out …
Pro photographer says iPhone 6s shoots better video than a Nikon DSLR
The iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus have better cameras than any of their predecessors, and early photo and video recording tests have proven that Apple …
The iPhone 6s might be an even bigger nightmare for Android than we thought
iPhone sales usually drop in the months leading up to a major iPhone launch, since more informed buyers interested in purchasing an Apple smartphone would rather wait …
Apple is working on a new iPhone feature that might be the coolest thing it has ever done
We’re all used to seeing Apple revolutionize industries with exciting new (or reimagined) technology. The company often sets new standards, becoming the de facto company rivals compare …
Don’t freak out about the iPhone 6s’ processor yet: What you need to know about ‘Batterygate’
If you’ve been following iPhone 6s rumors as closely as we have, you probably know that not all iPhone 6s units are created equal when …
It’s official: Sony’s PlayStation 4 is cheaper than it’s ever been
You may have missed out on purchasing a PS4 console for a discounted price from past sales, but Sony is about to fix all that. The …
How much money does Apple save by hoarding cash overseas?
How much money does Apple save by not bringing its cash hoard to the U.S.? It turns out that it’s a lot: $59.2 billion is …
Main company behind Samsung Pay tech breached by Chinese hackers
One of the big new features Samsung has been touting this year is Samsung Pay, or Samsung’s own Apple Pay rival that it touted as “ready …
X-Files reboot: Chris Carter hints bad things can happen to main characters
A six-episode 10th season of X-Files will soon debut, bringing Mulder and Scully back to TV after a thirteen-year hiatus. The show will still star …
How New York prison inmates defeated Harvard’s award-winning debate team
You’d think that Harvard’s national debate champions would be able to win any verbal confrontation they’d be involved with, especially when it comes to debating. But …
Google plans to fix your biggest complaint about the mobile web
Google has an ambitious new project that aims to make the mobile web a lot faster than it already is, and it has nothing to do with …
Why your iPhone 6 might feel slow now that iPhone 6s and iOS 9 are out
Now that both iOS 9 and the iPhone 6s are out, we’re seeing a noticeable bump in iPhone users searching for reasons why their older iPhone models suddenly …
Some quick fixes if your Phone 6s screen gets unresponsive at times…
Several issues are affecting iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus buyers, including unexpected shutdowns and burning hot Home buttons, but there’s no iPhone 6 “Bendgate”-like issue …
Watch: Lexus made a car out of cardboard that actually drives
Lexus is back with one more incredible trick. After making a real hoverboard that can float above ground (assuming certain conditions are met), Lexus partnered …
How the Surface Book’s amazing hinge works
Microsoft on Tuesday had its best product unveiling in years and revealed several interesting products that culminated with the announcement of the Surface Book, which it …
Surface Book vs. MacBook Pro: Microsoft is ready to give Apple a run for our money
Microsoft made a splash during its Tuesday Windows 10 hardware event, as the company unveiled several interesting products, including its first Windows 10 Lumia handsets …
Galaxy S7 might be even faster than the iPhone 6s
Anyone who used an iPhone 6s after the iPhone 6 can easily tell you that the speed difference is easy to see. The new Apple …
I’m glad I saw Microsoft’s ‘ultimate’ laptop before the world ends later today
Disappointed that the world escaped the impending doom that was supposed to hit Earth back in May 2011? Not to worry, you still have a …
How to find the secret game hidden in Android 6.0 Marshmallow
Google released Android 6.0 Marshmallow on Monday, which means anyone rocking a supported Nexus handset or tablet can now run the newest version of Google’s Android platform. …
Microsoft’s new Lumia has a killer feature iPhone 6s and Nexus 5X users can only dream of
Microsoft is a distant third player in the mobile business, trailing behind Google and Apple both when it comes to market share and profits, but …
Microsoft just made the laptop of my dreams, and I can’t wait for Apple to copy it
Even though we’re in the “post PC” era where smartphones and tablets are the new norm, I still find I use my laptop a lot. Yet …
iPhone 6s’s Home button is literally ‘burning hot’
The iPhone’s Home button is an iconic characteristic of any iOS device and is required to perform several tasks. Apple has stuck with the Home button …
Surface Pro 4 specs and features: Everything you need to know
The Windows 10 device many have been waiting for is finally here. The Surface Pro 4 tablet/laptop convertible that has been featured in several leaks is …
Here are the official videos for every product Microsoft just announced
Microsoft on Tuesday unveiled a variety of new products, including the high-end new Lumia 950 series of phones, the second-generation Band wearable and – most …
Microsoft made the ultimate laptop: the Surface Book
Microsoft just announced a brand new product line, the Surface Book “ultimate” laptop, a brand new device supposed to complement the Surface Pro 4 tablet.
Microsoft takes its wearable game to a new level: Meet the new Band
Microsoft on Tuesday unveiled a brand new wearable device, the second-generation Microsoft Band that’s supposed to offer even better features than the predecessor, with a …
