Forget the Death Star, this black hole just ate an entire star
For Star Wars fans, the Death Star needs no further introduction. For anyone else, the Death Star is a planet-shaped space station capable of destroying entire planets. …
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
iPhone 7 concept imagines the next big thing for the iPhone’s display
Even though we have almost a year to go until we see the iPhone 7, concepts for the device have been popping up all over …
The Surface Book you actually want is now even cheaper
Remember when Microsoft said on stage that the Surface Book is twice as fast as the MacBook Pro and suggested the entry-level price will get …
Daniel Craig says James Bond teaches you nothing, but shares behind-the-scenes 007 secrets
Daniel Craig, who plays James Bond for the fourth time in his career in Spectre, doesn’t sound too thrilled about doing another episode in the …
You might be holding your iPhone 6s the wrong way – here’s how to fix it
Remember back when Apple told iPhone 4 users they may be holding the iPhone the wrong way, thus causing cellular signal issues (the “Antennagate” issue)? Well, …
The strongest and most dangerous tropical cyclone ever recorded is about to make landfall
Mexico is about to be hit by a huge tropical cyclone that might turn out to be the most dangerous such meteorological event ever recorded. …
Major retailers say no to hoverboard sales for this holiday season
Hoverboards, which self-balancing Segway-like scooters that don’t levitate are known as, are one of the hottest new products of the year. Going for as low …
Facebook is sorry bugs in mobile app code stole iPhone battery life, issues some fixes
After more and more reports revealed that the Facebook mobile app is consuming plenty of iPhone battery via background activities even when said activities should …
The hilarious first trailer for Aziz Ansari’s new Netflix show is out
Comedian Aziz Ansari, one of the stars of the hugely popular Parks & Recreation sitcom, has a new comedy series called Master of None that will …
Accurate Apple insider says iPhone 6s not likely to beat huge iPhone 6 Christmas sales record
Can the iPhone 6s help Apple beat its record-breaking Christmas quarter from a year ago? That’s one question many analysts have tried to answer, but a …
Defending the Great Wall of China with ‘Star Wars’ stormtroopers
The Great Wall of China is one of humankind’s most impressive achievements. First used as a massive fortification line meant to keep enemies away, the …
How Google is forcing Android phone makers to improve battery life
Google is taking a whole new approach to improving battery life on Android devices, which is probably the one problem customers complain most when it …
The tiny Surface Book design secrets Microsoft didn’t talk about
The Surface Book laptop was probably Microsoft’s most interesting announcement from its Windows 10 event. It’s a device that’s been highly praised in reviews, though people …
One company defied Apple to make the ultimate iPhone 6s accessory
One way of dealing with smartphone battery issues is to carry an external rechargeable battery (or power bank) that can provide precious juice when you’re in …
College students invent wheelchair that moves like a Segway and climbs stairs
Scientists are still trying to figure out how to restore full locomotion to patients who have suffered debilitating accidents that forced into wheelchairs. But until procedures that can …
Major Windows 10 Fall Update scheduled for early November
Microsoft is putting the finishing touches on a major Windows 10 update that’s supposed to be released at some point in the first week of …
Global report on Android details the main apps that abuse battery and hinder performance
Many people have complained that Facebook is a major battery hog on iOS 9 devices, as the mobile app seems to consume plenty of juice even when it’s …
Video shows lightning bolt barely missing passenger plane just before landing
We’ve seen our fair share of scary landings in the past with skilled pilots who are able to deal perfectly with harsh ground conditions and perform admirable …
Why Apple had to limit iPhone 6s’ 3D Touch functionality
The iPhone 6s’s signature new feature is 3D Touch, a new way of interacting with the device that has given us new actions such as Quick Actions, …
Western Digital just bought its way into Apple’s iPhone supply chain for $19B
How important is Apple’s iPhone supply business? Just ask Intel, a company that might have tried to win Apple orders for certain chips for years, …
Hackers can invade a PC with a 10-second attack on a Fitbit
Fitbits are popular devices among people who like to track their steps and exercise. But new research reveals that a Fitbit device is unprotected against simple malware attacks. More …
Report says iPhone 7 may feature Apple’s most dramatic design changes ever
Apple’s iPhone 6s series is wildly successful, and it’s likely the best “S” generation the company ever made. Even so, the first iPhone 7 rumors have already …
Apple doubles down on encryption, tells judge it’s ‘impossible’ to unlock new iPhones
As long as a new iPhone is protected by a password, pin, or fingerprint, and it’s running the latest operating system for it Apple can’t …
In pictures: NYC’s first underground park
New York City already has a fantastic park dead in the center of Manhattan. But if for some reason Central Park isn’t enough for you, …
Hilarious Star Wars 7 poster meme: Batman, Seinfeld and Jar Jar Binks
The next installment in the Star Wars Saga is easily one of the most anticipated movies of the year. The Force Awakens will hit cinemas …
How the NSA broke encryption on trillions of secure connections
Some Edward Snowden leaks have revealed that the NSA and other intelligence agencies can break encryption barriers for mass surveillance purposes. It has been theorized …
Does Google have a serious mobile problem?
Google has won mobile, some Android fans will tell you, and has been consistently winning for years. The company has a massive market share lead …
‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ online tickets: Everything you need to know
Star Wars: The Force Awakens hits theaters on December 18th, and cinemas are probably going to be overwhelmed by fans anxious to see what’s in store …
The high school student who hacked the CIA Director’s personal email explains how easy it was
A teen hacker and two other people managed to hack CIA Director John Brennan’s personal email, revealing sensitive information from his email account. The group used various social-engineering …
Galaxy S7 early rumor roundup: Get ready for more Samsung innovations
Samsung is hard at work on the next-gen Galaxy S flagship. Expected to be called Galaxy S7 and come in at least two versions, one …
