The most important Windows 10 security settings for guarding your privacy
So you’re one of the millions of Windows users who have upgraded to Microsoft’s latest operating system and you’ve heard that the company tracks and collects …
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
Video: See Lexus’ real-life hoverboard in action for the first time
Yes, the Lexus Slide hoverboard is real. And yes, the teaser videos showed an actual skateboard-like gadget that hovers above the ground, just like Marty …
iPhone 7 memory: SanDisk and Toshiba have crazy-fast 3D NAND storage for next-gen iPhones
Apple will have its iPhone 6s smartphones in stores in mid-September, but a new announcement from a pair of leading hardware suppliers seems to shed some light on …
Meek Mill slams Drake with second freestyle diss
For those keeping score at home, it’s two even in the Meek Mill vs. Drake dispute. Both rappers came up with a pair raps after starting …
The one Windows 10 tweak every user needs: ‘GodMode’
There are plenty of Windows 10 tips and tricks that you should be aware of – check our Windows 10 cheat sheet to learn about many …
This is the processor that’ll power the main iPhone 6s rivals next year
Qualcomm had a rough year when it comes to its flagship processor. The Snapdragon 810 came with overheating problems that some Android device makers acknowledged …
These are the amazing National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest winners
The images you’re about to see weren’t created artificially by Photoshop masters. They’re actual pictures taken by the winners of the National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest. The …
Epson may have just fixed the most annoying issue with cheap printers
Ink printers are such an annoying thing to deal with, especially when you have to constantly replace cartridges. Thankfully Epson seems to be fully aware of this, …
New trailer for ‘The Martian’ imagines what a NASA mission to Mars would really be like
The Martian might be the most interesting space movie hitting cinemas this year, and the new film has a brand-new trailer you should check out. …
Bionic eye implant restores partial vision to woman who’s been blind for years
After 13 years of darkness, Carmen Torres has received a miraculous bionic eye implant that can restore her vision. The device won’t actually allow her …
London to New York in 1 hour? Airbus might be working on a plane faster than the Concorde
Travelers who regularly fly from the U.S. to Europe and back should be thrilled to hear that Airbus might be developing a brand new superfast …
Apple will reportedly launch 3 brand new iPhones next year, and the first could launch soon
Earlier this year, rumors claimed that Apple would have three new iPhone versions in stores in 2015, but subsequent reports disputed those claims. Some argued that …
Watch Drake slay Meek Mill again with a live performance of ‘Back To Back’
The Drake vs. Meek Mill feud is far from over, as you’ll easily see in the following clip. Drake mercilessly hit Meek Mill once again on …
Hackers exploit Flash in one of the largest malware attacks in recent history
In case it wasn’t clear yet, Adobe’s Flash isn’t exactly the safest tool for delivering Internet content. Hackers are already more than aware of the …
Video: Saber a bottle of champagne with an iPhone… because why not?
The iPhone is a versatile tool that can be used for a variety of daily activities that make your life easier, including alleviating boredom and avoiding actual …
How many Starbucks Frappuccinos can Apple buy with all its billions?
Apple is sitting on a massive mound of money, and the pile keeps getting bigger and bigger every quarter as the company continues to sell incredible …
How a salt water-powered lamp could be your next smartphone charger
In theory, it will soon be possible for you to charge your iPhone or any other USB-equipped mobile device with a lamp that’s powered by salt water. …
What it’s like to survive a 500-mile solo paddling journey in the Arctic
Robert Shuman is the name of a daring 22-year-old man who took on an incredible challenge: paddle 500 miles in the Arctic waters of Canada’s …
We need this now: Unreleased Nexus 5 update imagined in stunning concept video
Google is expected to launch two Nexus handsets this year, a new LG Nexus 5 and a Huawei phablet. After the former appeared in a series …
Upcoming new iPhone feature could make you fall in love with Siri all over again
I absolutely hate the concept of voicemails. I don’t want to leave you one or listen to yours. Texting is definitely a better way of …
Huge leak: Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 Edge Plus press renders and specs
In less than two weeks, Samsung will unveil new Galaxy smartphones, including the Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 Edge Plus, during a special Unpacked …
World’s most accurate Apple insider predicts significant iMac update
Apple is expected to launch new iMac models this quarter that will be even better than their predecessors when it comes to processors and display …
Watch: The only alarm you won’t be able to snooze
Having trouble waking up in the morning? There are countless alarm apps that will make sure you wake up on time for work… provided, of course, …
Giant Windwheel houses 72 apartments, makes its own energy, and can power 1,000 homes
You probably have no idea what the picture above actually depicts. For your information, it’s a concept of a Windwheel building that will house 72 apartments …
Video: 1,000 Italians banded together to convince the Foo Fighters to play their small town
It might not work every time, but a new video shows you one way to convince your favorite band or artist — in this case, the …
The ultimate Windows 10 cheat sheet: Everything you need to know
More than 14 million people have already upgraded to Windows 10, but you might not be one of them. You’re probably scared that things will go …
Game Of Thrones executive producer finally reveals Jon Snow’s fate
Yes, Jon Snow is dead, and many people know that already, including Game of Thrones fans who haven’t even seen the most recent episode of HBO’s tremendously popular …
Windows 10 shares your Wi-Fi password with all your friends – stop it using this guide
Windows 10 is the much-needed upgrade that PC users have been waiting for ever since Microsoft promised it would fix its numerous blunders in Windows 8. …
It looks like the iPhone 6s is actually going to be a game-changer
The iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus are both expected to come with support for Force Touch gestures, a brand new way of interacting with …
Tom Cruise: New ‘Mission: Impossible’ movie starts shooting next summer
Tom Cruise’s Mission: Impossible movies are always fun to watch. They might not win the Oscar for the best motion picture, but they’re packed with …
