Firefox improves Private Browsing with Tracking Protection feature
Mozilla is taking your Internet browsing privacy to a new level, adding a new feature to Firefox supposed to protect your privacy better when surfing …
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
Movie industry claims credit for killing most popular version of ‘Netflix for pirates’
A popular version of Popcorn Time, the online streaming service also known as “Netflix for Pirates,” is largely dead, as developers ran into various issues …
Now’s the time to fly to Paris, London, Amsterdam and Iceland cheaper than ever
The holiday season is almost upon us, which means there’s going to be plenty of travelling, including escaping to Europe. People who are looking to …
Google finds 11 major Galaxy S6 edge security flaws in just a week
Here’s another reason why Android has constant issues with security: OEMs add their own code to devices that might have big holes of its own. With more …
This simple Netflix hack will change the way you watch movies
So you think you know everything there is to know about Netflix? Well, there’s always time to learn new tricks about making the most of …
Rumor claims Galaxy S7 will cost significantly less than Galaxy S6
Samsung has already been rumored to make the Galaxy S7 more affordable than its predecessor and a report from Asia is claiming the start price for …
16GB iPhone storage issues? For $90, some Chinese repair stores can upgrade memory to 128GB
It’s abundantly clear why Apple still makes 16GB iPhones: For the money. At the same time, not all iPhone buyers are willing to pay extra …
Highly detailed video shows why Nexus 6P has a serious bending problem
A viral video last week made us question the structural integrity of the Nexus 6P. Does Google’s best Nexus phone yet really bend even easier than the iPhone …
Why Apple can’t decrypt your iPhone
Many governments are looking for Apple to give them a way into the iPhone so that law enforcement agencies can access it to retrieve personal data from …
New U.K. law might force Apple to decrypt the iPhone for police investigations
Apple’s stance on security and privacy when it comes to customers’ personal data used on its products is very well known. More than once, Apple has explained …
Having Surface Pro 4 or Surface Book battery problems? Try this trick
Microsoft just started selling the Surface Book and Surface Pro 4 in stores. Both laptop/tablet 2-in-1s have generated plenty of interest but that doesn’t mean …
The first official teaser trailer for the ‘Warcraft’ movie is out
So you’ve played all the Warcraft games you’re interested what the minds behind the epic fantasy series can come up with next. Can they make …
Apple invented the ‘ultimate laptop’ back in 2011, decided not to produce it
Right after Microsoft unveiled the Surface Book (a.k.a., the “ultimate laptop”), I wrote that I hope Apple copies the idea and creates a similar iPad/MacBook …
Samsung could be out of the smartphone market within 5 years
Samsung is the biggest overall smartphone maker in the world, but the last few quarters haven’t been stellar for the company when it comes to …
Smart new Gmail Inbox feature replies to your emails automatically
Google is introducing a brand-new smart feature to make email even more efficient. Called Smart Replies and available on Inbox by Gmail, the new feature will …
Designer creates a plane concept that could fly from New York to London in 30 minutes
The Concorde isn’t in service anymore, so there’s no fast way to fly from New York to London. But there are some bold concepts that …
Activision Blizzard buys Candy Crush for almost $6B
After a couple of exciting deals in the business world recently, including Dell’s massive purchase of EMC, and Western Digital’s SanDisk acquisition, it’s time for …
Steven Spielberg and Harrison Ford are not too old for ‘Indiana Jones 5’
Harrison Ford isn’t too old to play Han Solo, and we’ll soon see him in action in cinemas. So does that mean he’d be up …
Apple’s iPhone upgrade program looks like bad news for Verizon and AT&T
When Apple announced the iPhone 6s in early September, the company also introduced a new payment system called the iPhone Upgrade Program. Apple’s iPhone financing scheme …
‘The Walking Dead’ episode 4: Glenn is still AWOL as Morgan is redeemed
Beware, Walking Dead fans: I’m about to spoil last night’s episode for you, so in case you haven’t seen it yet, walk away right now. This is your …
University of Cambridge researchers create new battery technology for first time ever
Despite numerous technological advancements that have given us an increasing number of highly sophisticated toys in recent years, we still haven’t solved all our problems with …
Daniel Craig resisted using an Android phone in ‘Spectre’ despite $5 million offer
Huge Spectre spoiler alert: James Bond uses an Android phone, Sony’s Xperia Z5. However, Daniel Craig, who’s been very vocal about what James Bond movies …
Bending the Nexus 6P isn’t nearly as easy as we were led to believe
A few days ago, a stress test video of the Nexus 6P made the rounds of the Internet, as it claimed the new Nexus phablet …
The first major leaked Black Friday ad of the season is here: Check out Macy’s full catalog of deals
There’s plenty of time to prepare for this year’s Black Friday sales frenzy and the best way to do it is to jot down your favorite …
Meet Sirius B, an iPhone 6s-sized Windows 10 PC that might replace your desktop
Windows PC sticks are getting more and more popular and many companies are coming up with bold designs for smartphone-sized Windows 10 computers that can …
It’s not even November but Walmart is already getting ready for Black Friday
Walmart is getting ready for the busy Christmas shopping season, and the company is well aware that plenty of shopping will be done online using …
An unlikely but efficient way to stop identity theft: Freeze your own credit
For almost two years now, security breaches of all sorts have made the news. Hackers attacked retail stores and stole credit card numbers and other data, …
Jeremy Clarkson swipes at the BBC in his hilarious ad for Amazon’s Fire TV
Amazon was quick to respond to all the hype around Apple’s new Apple TV with a hilarious Fire TV commercial that features none other than former Top …
Microsoft’s new launcher is its boldest move to take over your Android phone
Microsoft can’t beat Google and Android in the mobile game when it comes to market share or hardware sales, but it’s relentlessly developing software solutions …
This tiny device is a cheap way to give your Retina MacBook more ports
One of the 12-inch Retina MacBook’s most daring features is the USB-C port that can transfers both power and data at speeds faster than before. …
