Did you lose your iPhone? Android can’t help you
One of the worst things that can happen with your smartphone, regardless of operating system, is to lose it or have it stolen. But most …
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.
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Apple just released iOS 9 – download it now!
Just as Apple told us last week during the iPhone 6s keynote, iOS 9 is available for download beginning immediately. The new mobile operating system …
New Nexus 5X photos leak, size compared to iPhone 6s and 6s Plus
Google is about to release a pair of new Nexus devices, including the Nexus 5X and the new Nexus 6 (which some may already refer …
iOS 9 update has big potential, but iPhone users may be wary at first
Apple on Wednesday will release new software versions for its iOS devices and the Apple Watch, with the former being highly anticipated by many current …
iOS 9 guide: How to upgrade to Apple’s latest iOS release as smoothly as possible
Apple will release the public version of iOS 9 later today, which means hundreds of millions of compatible devices will line up to get the update. …
iOS 9 will fix a massive iOS vulnerability that silently lets malware apps inside the iPhone
Apple will release the final version of iOS 9 later today, and the software update will bring several new features and performance improvements. On top …
Huge Android lockscreen vulnerability lets you unlock password-protected Lollipop devices
Just because your Android screen is protected by a password doesn’t mean is as safe as you thought it would be. In fact, if you …
Joseph Gordon-Levitt’s ‘Snowden’ movie won’t be released this Christmas
Edward Snowden probably needs no introduction, as long as you’ve been following the news at any point for the last couple of years. The former …
The hilarious Tinder profiles ‘Game of Thrones’ characters would create
Most Game of Thrones fans are anxiously waiting to see whether a certain character will return for more adventures with The Watch in the upcoming …
Apple’s huge car ambitions are reportedly a thorn in Tesla’s side
Apple has already disrupted major industries with the iPod, iPhone and iPad, and it might be eying the car as the next major consumer product that …
Fresh Nexus leak lists monster specs for one of Google’s newest smartphones
Google will soon unveil two new Nexus handsets, but there are few surprises left when it comes to the LG Nexus 5X and Huawei Nexus 6. …
Yes, I bought a pink iPhone 6s – and I’ll live to tell the story
From the moment Apple announced it on stage, I knew I would choose the new rose gold iPhone color for my imminent iPhone 6s purchase. And so …
iPhone 6s and iPad Pro must be very scary: Samsung is back with more anti-Apple propaganda
If you see Samsung going into anti-Apple mode with its TV commercials for mobile devices, that’s likely because the iPhone maker is out with products …
The best features of the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus
After months of speculation and anticipation, the iPhone 6s has finally been unveiled. At a glance, it doesn’t look much different from last year’s model, but …
iPhone 6s: One more reason Apple convincing you to lease a new iPhone for $1/day is pure genius
One of the new products the company introduced at its iPhone 6s fall event is the iPhone Upgrade Program that lets you buy a new …
New Nexus leak teases remarkable performance gains over predecessors
In a couple of weeks, Google will unveil its 2015 lineup of Nexus devices. The company plans to launch two distinct new smartphones, including a …
This transparent solar-powered battery looks like a futuristic Tony Stark invention
Remember Iron Man’s transparent smartphones? They might become reality sooner than you think thanks to an unusual new type of battery that’s not only transparent, …
Great news: Your iPhone 6 case will probably fit your iPhone 6s
Many iPhone 6s buyers will purchase protective cases to ensure the safety of their new toys. But iPhone fans upgrading from last year’s model probably …
A simple shopping trick will save you tons of cash long before Black Friday
Are you one of those people who likes to be able to touch and try the products you plan to buy before actually paying for them? …
Meet the tiny device that wants to anonymize your smartphone’s public Wi-Fi traffic
There are plenty of free public Wi-Fi hotspots around, but the problem with the free Internet you get in restaurants, coffee shops, airports and hotels …
iPhone 6s Plus: This might be the real reason Apple’s newest phablet is already sold out
All pink iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus units are sold out on Apple.com in most markets, with the iPhone maker saying the new models are …
More iPhone 7 rumors trickle out ahead of iPhone 6s launch
The iPhone 6s is already selling better than last year’s model, with Apple having already confirmed that first weekend sales are on pace to top 10 …
New Nexus 5X and Nexus 6 details leak with event just two weeks away
Google is going to launch new Nexus devices in a few weeks, including new Nexus 5 (known as Nexus 5X) and Nexus 6 models. Many …
Many iPhone 6s models sold out, but you can still get anything that’s not pink or Plus on the 25th
The iPhone 6s series has been available for preorder in various countries for a couple of days, and the good news is that the handset …
Why is the iPhone 6s heavier than iPhone 6?
When comparing the iPhone 6s to the iPhone 6, it became immediately clear that the new model is just a tad thicker and heavier than …
Good news: iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus have twice the RAM memory of iPhone 6
One of the iPhone secrets Apple almost never reveals is how much RAM memory its iOS devices have. The detail shouldn’t be that important to …
iPhone 6s survival guide: How to live with a 16GB iPhone
Apple has done it again: 16GB is still the amount of storage in the cheapest iPhone 6s. With preorders now live, many of you will be wondering whether …
Second Galaxy S7 rumor arrives now that the iPhone 6s is official
Coincidence or not, more Galaxy S7 rumors are coming in now that the iPhone 6s has been made official. After a report claimed that the next-gen …
Preorder the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus right now!
It’s either really really late at night in the U.S., or afternoon on the other side of the world. But it doesn’t matter where you …
3 reasons Apple’s iPhone 6s Upgrade Program is an exciting idea
One of the unexpected announcements from Apple’s Hey Siri event on Wednesday was the official iPhone Upgrade Program that lets buyers purchase an iPhone in installments …
