A major feature from Android M and the next-gen Nexus phone has leaked
Google has already unwillingly confirmed that it’s going to unveil Android M at its I/O 2015 conference next week, and a few reports now claim …
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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Do this now: Secure your adult dating profiles – a major site was just hacked
In case you happen to have one or multiple adult dating website profiles, you might consider securing them right away, as one of the world’s …
Apple’s new music service to reportedly get a rapid-fire launch in multiple countries
Apple is expected to soon unveil its own music streaming service that’s supposed to take on the big players in the streaming music business, including Spotify …
Fresh leak shines light on Motorola’s third-gen Moto X
Motorola has yet to unveil the third-gen Moto X but various reports are already offering plenty of details on the purported specs and features of the …
Meet Light Phone, the phone that can save you from your smartphone
The Light Phone pictured above is a phone I’d like to use on a daily basis. It’s got no touchscreen display, no texting apps, no …
Walmart has hot deals on the PS4 and Xbox One that you have to check out
Looking to buy a brand-new Xbox One or PlayStation 4? Luckily, Walmart has you covered, regardless of what console model you favor most. The retailer is currently …
Huge leak reveals the OnePlus Two’s high-end specs
The OnePlus One successor is likely going to be a powerful and affordable Android smartphone, though the Chinese startup has yet to formally introduce the OnePlus …
Key iPhone 6s specs seemingly detailed in new report
Soon after the Galaxy S6 was launched, I pondered which Galaxy S6 features this year’s iPhone 6s handsets might also enjoy, including processor technology, RAM and memory storage type. …
iOS 9 leak: One of Apple’s biggest new iOS apps has been revealed
Apple is going to unveil iOS 9 at WWDC next month, and the first details about are slowly coming in. A new report shares info about …
Insider with accurate track record says iPhone 6s will be unveiled earlier than expected
A report earlier this week said that Apple might launch the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus in August rather than September, and it looks …
An awesome hidden Apple Watch feature appears to be confirmed
You might not be aware of it, but the Apple Watch has a secret diagnostic port that’s for Apple use only. If you can’t spot …
Google Maps update brings even better traffic alerts
Google on Wednesday announced that its newest Google Maps update will offer users even better traffic alerts, just in time for the busy Memorial Day …
Forget passwords, you might unlock everything around you with your brain one day
Passwords, PINs and fingerprints are currently used to unlock or sign into various devices and services, but these security layers might one day be replaced by a far …
Apple Pay might expand to Europe sooner than expected
Apple’s mobile payments solution is still only available in America, though Apple is expected to expand Apple Pay support to other markets. One major region …
How L’Oreal wants to let you 3D print your own skin
Have you ever just wanted to order a new batch of skin tissue on a whim? That’s apparently something that might happen in the not-too-distant future, …
Sorry, you can’t have these affordable high-end Android phones
Even though they get plenty of attention from the press, the newest Android flagships aren’t necessary the best choices for many smartphone buyers, especially for Android …
This iPhone 6 and Galaxy S6 battery pack solves the one charging issue that matters most
The most annoying problem smartphone users have to deal with is battery life. Regardless of whether they prefer the iPhone 6 or Galaxy S6, chances are …
A simple Google Now trick might fix poor battery life on Galaxy S6 and other phones
In case you’re experiencing poor battery life on your brand new Galaxy S6 or Galaxy S6 edge, there might be a very simple Google Now …
Sorry, Android fans: Samsung denial means you’ll have to wait for the phablet of your dreams
After a recent rumor said that the Galaxy Note 5 phablet might be released much earlier than expected, Samsung has set the record straight by denying …
iPhone 7 edge: What if Apple copied Samsung’s Galaxy S6 edge?
Even if a curved display is not really a must-have smartphone feature, the Galaxy S6 edge has turned quite a few heads since being released in March, …
Latest Google Maps update for Android moves the mapping off of your phone
Google is about to update the Android version of one of its most popular mobile apps, hiding in Google Maps 9.9 for Android a not-so-secret feature …
Microsoft’s brand new iPhone app might change how you use email and chat
Microsoft is still struggling in the smartphone business, where it’s a distant third player, well behind Google and Apple when it comes to market share. …
How many iPhones can Tesla’s home battery recharge during a blizzard?
Tesla’s Powerwall home battery is already a hit, and the device could prove to be quite useful in a variety of instances, including keeping the …
Survey shows a scary number of people check email, use Facebook and even take selfies while driving
A survey commissioned by AT&T reveals that smartphone owners are doing a lot more things on their devices they’re not supposed to do than just …
The world’s most unique Android phone is finally available for preorder in the U.S.
The YotaPhone 2 is one of the most interesting and unique Android handsets in the world, a flagship device that comes with a crazy feature that’s supposed …
Video: Beware of Galaxy S6 deals that sound too good to be true
The Galaxy S6 is one of the best Android phones you can buy right now, but it’s also one of the most expensive ones, particularly …
Video: Galaxy Note 5 edge renders imagine the flagship phablet of our dreams
Samsung’s next flagship phablet for 2015 is going to be the fifth-generation Galaxy Note, a device that’s expected to launch in at least two different versions. …
T-Mobile’s next uncarrier move is another game-changer
You’re probably used to seeing free phone offers all the time from wireless carriers, and by now you know how it works. You have to …
‘Netflix for Pirates’ just got a lot better: Stream movies in your web browser
“Netflix for Pirates,” aka Popcorn Time, is a very popular movie streaming app that’s available on a bunch of platforms, including iPhone, Android, Mac and Windows. …
Video: A Galaxy S6 vs. iPhone 6 comparison you have to see
There have been many comparisons between the Galaxy S6 and the iPhone 6, including processing speed, camera tests and drop tests, so you won’t be surprised to see …
