Bringing Apple Pay to other countries will be an agonizingly long process
Apple Pay might be the most popular mobile payments solution to date, despite having been available only in the U.S. for a few months, 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
One way the new Retina MacBook is better than any other Mac
Some people have criticized the Retina MacBook since its official announcement both for its lone USB-C port and for the fact that it can’t deliver the …
The incredible ‘gravity-defying’ iPhone 6 case is coming to Galaxy S6 too
The Zero G case for iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus has already made an impression on Kickstarter fans, raising almost $70,000 with 12 days …
Brace yourselves: Windows 10 Lumia phones with ‘bleeding-edge’ specs are coming
Even though it’s been pumping out mostly dirt-cheap Lumia Windows phones in the past few months, Microsoft has also promised fans that it’ll also launch some high-end …
Here’s an issue that might ruin your Galaxy S6 edge experience
The Galaxy S6 might indeed be a marvel of engineering – and it’s definitely the best smartphone Samsung has made to date – but that doesn’t …
30 essential HTC One M9 tips and tricks
So you’ve purchased HTC’s One M9 and you’re wondering what hidden features the phone has to offer? Luckily, a quick guide put together by PhoneArena has got …
Use this new Google search trick to find and install the best Android apps
Google on Thursday announced a new app discovery feature that developers can use to further drive up app installs. However, this new developer tool is …
Watch the leaked Batman v. Superman IMAX trailer right here!
What do you do if all of a sudden you find yourself having to compete against the brand-new Star Wars VII trailer with a trailer …
One way LG’s upcoming monster Android phone might disappoint you
LG in a few days will take the wraps off the LG G4, its 2015 flagship handset designed to fight against Samsung’s Galaxy S6 models and …
Don’t panic, Apple will teach you how to use the Watch
Yes, the Apple Watch is coming soon, and yes, it features a more complex user interface that will require some getting used to. But you …
Meet Droplet, the ‘smart button’ you’ll never forget
Our mobile devices can already be used to set reminders, manage chores and create to-do lists with the help of clever apps. But you might forget …
One hidden Retina MacBook feature you can use right away
Some versions of the Retina MacBook are already available in stores and users have already started exploring Apple’s boldest MacBook design to date. The device has already been dismantled …
How the Galaxy S6’s popularity may already be hurting Apple’s iPhone 6s plans
Apple probably isn’t all that happy when Samsung phones sell well to begin with and now it appears that the popularity of Samsung’s Galaxy S6 might …
These Kickstarters want to fix the biggest complaint about the new Retina MacBook
The Retina MacBook is a remarkable piece of engineering, but the 12-inch ultra-slim computer does have one feature that’ll annoy many computer users: The single …
Use this handy trick to watch HBO Now on Android, Xbox One and PS4 right now
HBO Now may be an Apple exclusive for the time being, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy it on a variety of devices that …
Microsoft makes its boldest move yet to steal Android from Google
After many rumors claimed that Microsoft would either buy or invest in Cyanogen, the two companies on Thursday confirmed that they’ve formed a strategic partnership. Cyanogen …
The iPhone 6s will do something your current iPhone can’t… but it’s not really a surprise
Apple will not unveil the iPhone 6s for a few months, but the first rumors detailing Apple’s next smartphones are already hitting the web. The new iPhones …
10 how-to videos that every new Galaxy S6 owner needs to watch
Samsung’s hot Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge phones are already available in stores, but not all customers who purchased or plan to get one might …
Leaked cases may reveal the design of Apple’s upcoming iPad Pro
Apple is going to release a bigger tablet this year, according to several reports from reliable news sites. Referred to as the iPad Pro or iPad …
Apple just publicly acknowledged the mess it made with its Watch release date
Much has already been said on the fact that Apple’s Watch launch is basically a mess from a simple perspective: the company’s most important new …
Jawbone’s brand new fitness tracker moonlights as a digital wallet
Jawbone on Thursday unveiled brand new fitness trackers meant to better compete against some of the upcoming hot wearable devices, including an even smarter high-end …
Call it a comeback: The Galaxy S6 is shaping up to be a world-beating hit
Samsung will soon sell 10 million Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge units, a new report from The Korea Times reveals. Even though Samsung is …
Don’t even think about trying to fix the Retina MacBook yourself
Now that Apple’s 12-inch Retina MacBook is available to the public, popular teardown site iFixit dismantled the laptop in order to take a closer look …
This awesome infographic tells you every Apple Watch gesture you’ll need to use
Just because you’re a veteran iPhone or Mac user, that doesn’t mean you’re not going to run into any problems when navigating the Apple Watch. …
It’s not just the Galaxy S6 – Samsung wants to bring Lollipop to tons of its older phones
Samsung is reportedly working on bringing the most recent version of Lollipop to many of its devices, including both flagship phones and mid-range devices. SamMobile has …
Not an April Fools joke: Samsung has team of 200 employees working only for Apple
Samsung is apparently very interested in accommodating Apple’s needs, as the South Korean giant has created a standalone team of 200 employees that’s working exclusively …
Meet Zero G, the only iPhone 6 case that can defy gravity
There are plenty of interesting iPhone 6 cases to choose from if you’re looking to protect your handset against accidental drops, but the Zero G …
Why Microsoft fans should buy an iPhone over Android (and over Windows Phone)
Microsoft is still playing catch-up with its mobile business, being a distant third to Google’s Android and Apple’s iOS operating systems. That means many people choose …
iPhone 6 vs. Galaxy S6: Watch kids settle the ultimate debate
Apple’s iPhone 6 and Samsung’s Galaxy S6 are two of the best smartphones currently available to buyers, with many comparisons being made between these two …
These are the only Galaxy S6 edge unboxing videos you need to watch
If you’ve seen one smartphone unboxing video you’ve basically seen them all, or at least most of them. But every once in a while someone …
