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 …
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 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 …
Google’s EU antitrust nightmare is just getting started
The European Union is taking its probe into Google’s search practices to new heights, Bloomberg reports, bringing antitrust charges against the company after four years …
A CIA-backed company may be scanning all your Facebook chats
If you thought your Facebook chats are safe from prying eyes, you’re apparently wrong. Bosnadev says that Facebook’s chats are being scanned by a CIA-funded …
Apple’s potentially life-saving ResearchKit is now available to the public
During its big Apple Watch announcement last month, Apple also unveiled a major new iPhone-related initiative that could make a real difference for medical research and …
Watch: This has to be the coolest way to send messages to astronauts
Hyundai has thought of a very cool way to promote its cars — by using them in a heartwarming way that also just so happened to go viral almost instantly. …
Video: One big reason to buy the Galaxy S6 right now
There are plenty of reasons to be a lot more excited about the Galaxy S6 models than any of their predecessors, and Samsung has just …
Will Apple be able to clean up its Apple Watch launch date mess in time?
Apple is apparently concerned with the Apple Watch launch mess it created: For the first time ever, one of its products won’t even be available …
Meet the tiny device that solves all your on-the-go smartphone needs
If you’re a smartphone power user, you probably have lots of accessories that can do things like share files between devices, charge dying batteries, deliver external …
Popular iPhone keyboard app goes free for the first time to celebrate a great new feature
Fleksy is already a well-known name to any smartphone user interested in alternatives to the default keyboard app on iOS and Android. The keyboard also happens …
Massive leak: Google may become the next ‘uncarrier’ to watch
Google’s plans of becoming a mobile operator are officially confirmed, but the company is yet to make it MVNO network available to customers. Even so, …
Why you might have a hard time finding the curved Galaxy S6 in stores
Every other Galaxy S6 Samsung sells has a curved display, a new report from South Korean publication Yonhap News indicates. The company’s Galaxy S6 and …
