Apple Watch reviewers’ biggest problem may be fixed before launch
The Apple Watch is probably the most hotly anticipated wearable device to date, as no other company managed to do for a smartwatch what Apple did …
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.
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iPhone 6s, iPhone 6c and iPad Pro already listed on one retailer’s site
A German retailer has apparently already listed various unreleased 2015 iOS products in its online lineup, even though Apple has yet to announce any of them. …
Don’t freak out about Galaxy S6’s lack of microSD support – here’s what you can do about it
One of the issues with the Galaxy S6 and the Galaxy S6 edge is related to storage. Both phones come with at least 32GB of storage, …
Facebook brings one of its most popular mobile apps to the desktop
Facebook already has a variety of highly popular mobile apps available on iOS and Android, including the regular Facebook app, but also messaging apps like …
Don’t trash your Apple Watch’s box – it may actually be an important part of the product
Images supposedly showing the retail box of the Apple Watch have been leaked and reveal the device will apparently feature some sort of a display …
Want the fastest version of Apple’s new Retina MacBook? Get ready to fork over at least $250 more
Much has been said about the 12-inch Retina MacBook’s performance. The new laptop that isn’t on par with what the Air and Pro have to offer …
The Galaxy S6 might have a very serious problem with its camera flash
The Galaxy S6 won’t be officially available in stores until April 10th, but some early buyers have already received their units. Unfortunately, some of these early Galaxy …
The amazing hidden Apple Watch details you won’t see in any other smartwatch
Apple went to great lengths to ensure its Apple Watch is as close to perfection as possible, a new report from Wired indicates, as the …
You can download Apple’s OS X 10.10.3 update with the new Photos app right now
OS X developers and users who have opted for the Yosemite public beta program have already been able to try out Apple’s Photos apps on …
How Apple Watch stacks up against Android Wear, Pebble and others
The Apple Watch is the talk of the town when it comes to wearable devices, as Apple prepares to start taking preorders for the smartwatch …
Watch: Use these tricks to charge your iPhone 6 battery as fast as possible
The iPhone 6 and the iPhone 6 Plus offer significantly better battery life than their predecessors, especially the phablet model that packs a bigger battery than …
This might be the iPad mini upgrade you’ve been waiting for
Apple surprised potential iPad buyers last year by not offering them the updated iPad mini 3 model they might have been looking for. Instead of …
Buying an Apple Watch might be more difficult than you thought
The Apple Watch will soon be available for preorder in various markets, but you likely won’t get your own copy of the device by walking …
Jon Stewart explains why you should give Trevor Noah a chance
Outgoing The Daily Show anchor Jon Stewart on Monday evening revealed he fully supports incoming host Trevor Noah in spite of the recent controversy around some …
More details about Samsung’s Apple Watch ‘killer’ leaked
Samsung is finally putting more effort into wearables, after failing to impress buyers with the multiple models the company launched in previous years. Even though Samsung …
Do this now: Secure your email account with a simple one-time scan
Email accounts often contain many personal details that owners think are safe from prying eyes, including login credentials for other websites written in plain text. …
Even Apple doesn’t understand its fans’ ridiculous need to line up outside stores for days
You’ll have no problem spotting an Apple retail store when a new iPhone is launched, as fans usually line up for days in advance to …
Is there any reason to spend an extra $100 on the Galaxy S6 edge?
Samsung’s Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge are available for preorder in many markets, with some retailers already shipping the devices to early buyers. While …
31 tips and tricks that will have you using the Apple Watch like a pro
Current Apple customers who own iOS or Mac devices are already familiar with Apple’s user interfaces, but the Apple Watch won’t be as easy to operate. …
This might be our best look yet at the new Moto 360
Motorola is working on a brand new version of the Moto 360 and a newly leaked image suggests the second-gen Android Wear device will be even better-looking than …
LG says Apple’s most impressive iMac yet is coming out this year
If you thought Apple’s iMac with Retina 5K display is an impressive computer, not to mention affordable considering what competing 4K displays/computers cost, then you …
Apple Watch hits a small speed bump on the road to release
Apple will soon release the Apple Watch in stores across several countries, but the company is already running into some launch issues with the device. As Swiss publication …
Meet Poppy Pour-Over, the iPhone-connected coffee maker I need right now
Hi, my name is Chris and I might have a problem. I think I drink too much coffee, not in order to stay awake – …
More evidence that Apple is working on a new ‘iPad Pro’
Apple is far from confirming plans to release a 12.9-inch iPad model – often referred to as the iPad Pro or iPad Air Plus in …
12 reasons to buy the best Android Wear smartwatch you’ve never heard of
The Apple Watch might be the most important smartwatch hitting stores in the coming weeks, but there are also other compelling devices to consider. In …
Great new Apple Maps feature brings it one step closer to competing with Google Maps
Apple has significantly improved its Maps software since its rocky initial launch, though it might be a while until it’s able to dethrone Google Maps. Even so, the …
Here’s why you’ll want Google to be your next wireless carrier
Google is interested in becoming your next wireless carrier, and that’s not a secret anymore, with The Telegraph having learned more details about a killer …
Samsung says Galaxy S6 fanboy-for-pay story is ‘totally groundless and bogus’
A report on Friday claimed that Samsung paid 500 people in China to pretend they were fans during a press conference and show excitement about the Galaxy …
Surface Pro 4 tipped to be a huge update, slated for late 2015 release
Microsoft just unveiled a brand new Surface laptop, but not the Surface Pro 4 some Windows fans might be waiting for. But don’t fret, because new …
OnePlus One finally gets its Lollipop update, but with a major twist
After announcing that it was working on its own Android OS to replace Cyanogen OS on its affordable flagship handset, OnePlus has finally rolled out the …
