Ryan Coogler is making an X-Files show for Disney Plus, and I’m all for it
Like many, I grew up with The X-Files. I could binge each season in a few days now when everything is available for streaming, but …
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
UK Supreme Court rules AI can’t be credited as an inventor
After a year of generative AI taking the world by storm, it’s clear artificial intelligence is here for good and will change the way we …
I’ve never made music, but Microsoft Copilot AI can write me a masterpiece
Microsoft’s Copilot generative AI software is largely based on ChatGPT. But Microsoft also added its own features to Copilot. The latest example is integration with …
iPhone thieves used passcodes to steal $2 million – and everyone is at risk
I told you a few days ago that I can’t wait to set up a new iPhone anti-theft security feature in iOS 17.3 that will …
iMessage for Android should be a priority for Apple – here’s how I’d do it
It’s almost 2024, which means iMessage will soon be 13 years old. iMessage is easily one of Apple’s best products, a secure and private mobile …
iPad Pro might get MagSafe charging, but why?
The iPad saw no hardware updates this year, which is an unusual choice from Apple. Not even the cheapest model got an update, which is …
Avengers 5 might abandon its Kang Dynasty plot following Majors’s departure
The decision is in: Jonathan Majors is done playing Kang in the MCU after guilty verdict. Marvel fired the actor as soon as the jury announced …
Google to pay $700M antitrust settlement, plus changes are coming to the Play Store
Google on Tuesday confirmed a proposed settlement in a class action antitrust suit concerning the Google Play store. The lawsuit alleged that Google violated antitrust …
Apple prepping software fix to avoid Apple Watch ban, but it might not be ready in time
Apple on Monday made a surprising Apple Watch announcement considering the timing. It’s the final week of Christmas shopping, and the Apple Watch remains a …
Spider-Man 4 might be even more exciting than No Way Home
Spider-Man: No Way Home was a live-action Spider-Man film like no other, as it brought us three different Spidey variants in the same movie. Both …
Some ChatGPT users claim the chatbot identifies as GPT-4.5 Turbo if asked, but I couldn’t replicate it
A few days ago, it seemed as if OpenAI had leaked its next major ChatGPT upgrade. A quick denial from Sam Altman temporarily settled the …
Apple Watch Series 10 will be a must-buy if it gets this rumored feature
I recently told you the new Siri health features might make me upgrade my Apple Watch. My current wearable lacks the hardware to support Apple’s …
US lawmakers want an antitrust investigation into Apple’s treatment of Beeper Mini
There’s a new development in the Beeper vs. Apple drama that started unfolding a few days ago. To refresh your memory, Beeper found a workaround …
iPhone 16’s mysterious Capture button might have an explanation
The first iPhone 16 rumors dropped soon after the iPhone 15 launch, delivering a remarkable detail. All 2024 iPhones would feature two buttons. First, the …
The latest Galaxy S24 price rumor is even exciting for iPhone owners
I’ve been using iPhones for years, and I’m not going to switch to Android anytime soon. But due to the nature of my job, I …
I might have to upgrade my Apple Watch just for Siri’s new health features
In addition to the iPhone’s iOS 17.2, the Apple Watch got its own update in the form of watchOS 10.2 on Monday, which comes with …
Spider-Man 4 cameo rumor teases unusual superhero team, and I’m all for it
It hasn’t been a great year for Marvel, with new MCU shows and movies proving rather disappointing. Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania and Secret Invasion …
Marketing company says it can eavesdrop on conversations through our devices
You might be among the many people who believe the conversations they have near their smartphones lead to seeing ads online related to products or …
OpenAI’s plan to prevent superintelligent AI from going rogue might actually work
If you followed the Sam Altman drama at OpenAI a few weeks ago, you might have noticed an intriguing development concerning ChatGPT and other AI …
Google’s fake Gemini AI features might become a reality on the Pixel 9
I was not a fan of Google’s fake Gemini demo a few days ago, but I’m certain that the AI technology Google faked will soon …
Foldable iPad might not launch for years, but I’m ready to wait
I’m a longtime iPhone user who won’t switch to Android to get a foldable handset. But I’m drawn to the form factor. I’m even more …
Proton’s Mail app for desktop is here, but only for Visionary subscribers
Swiss software developer Proton has been on fire recently, delivering exciting updates for its various end-to-end encrypted apps. Strong encryption is the key feature of …
If AI starts manipulating public opinion, we’ll never see it coming
We’re in the early days of generative AI software, and they are already starting to change how we use technology, as well as how we …
Threads is now available in Europe, and you can use it without an Instagram account
Rumors said a few days ago that Meta was about to bring Threads to the major market it avoided this summer, the European Union (EU). …
Expect Beeper Mini’s iMessage support to be unreliable, as service goes down again
Beeper might be developing “the best chat app on Earth,” but don’t expect iMessage support to be reliable, considering what we’ve witnessed in the past …
Check this privacy feature before you use the iPhone’s new Journal app
Apple released iOS 17.2 earlier this week, introducing the highly-anticipated Journal app. While I initially thought I wouldn’t need it, I’m reconsidering the app for …
Meta’s AI features for Ray-Ban smart glasses make me think Apple’s AR goggles are inevitable
The computing platform of the future is slowly coming together. Smart glasses that support augmented reality (AR) features and artificial intelligence (AI) will eventually replace …
iPhone 16 Pro expected to get bigger while the Galaxy S Ultra shrinks… wait, what?
The iPhone 16 series might include a big design change compared to previous versions. The entry-level iPhone 16 and 16 Plus models will come in …
Here’s why you should reenable Google Maps location history
Google Maps, who are you? I’m incredibly surprised to see Google come up with privacy features I’d expect from a competitive navigation app. Not the …
I can’t wait to set up this new iPhone anti-theft security feature in iOS 17.3
I’m a longtime iPhone user who has never had to deal with a stolen or lost device. And I hope I’ll never have to experience …
