How to delete your Threads account without also deleting Instagram
Meta’s Threads is already a sensation, at over 30 million accounts and over 95 million posts since its launch more than a day ago. Threads …
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.
Articles by Chris Smith
Secret Invasion episode 3 might have confirmed the first Skrull Avenger
Super Skrulls are genetically-altered Skrulls with Avengers-like superpowers. We learned that from Secret Invasion episode 3 after it was teased in the previous episode. The …
Secret Invasion episode 3 killed off a key character, but it’s not what you think
We’re now halfway through Secret Invasion, with episode 3 available to stream on Disney Plus. We’ve just learned more details about the fate of the …
I didn’t expect the Pixel Fold to fold the other way
Samsung can’t wait to unveil the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Flip 5, worried that Google’s Pixel Fold might steal potential buyers willing to spend …
Threads actually has a chance to kill Twitter
For the longest time, Facebook and Twitter were the dominant social platforms. The latter never got to Facebook’s user metrics, but it always seemed to …
Captain America: Brave New World: Release date, trailers, & everything we know
Captain America: Brave New World is without question one of the most interesting Marvel movies of the MCU’s Phase 5. Barring any schedule changes, it …
Anthony Mackie forgot his lines while filming Captain America 4 with Harrison Ford
Captain America: Brave New World premieres on July 26th, 2024, a few months later than initially expected. But at least the highly anticipated Captain America …
Doctor Strange might show up again soon, Benedict Cumberbatch teases
We last saw Doctor Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch) in 2022, meeting Clea (Charlize Theron) during the credits scenes of Multiverse of Madness. That was Marvel’s way …
Google uses your public internet data to train its ChatGPT rivals, and you should let it
Google might be the first company that comes to mind when thinking about the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in internet software, but OpenAI’s ChatGPT …
iPhone sideloading and iMessage changes are imminent now that Apple is a tech gatekeeper
I’m a longtime iPhone user who doesn’t care about sideloading and third-party App Store alternatives or third-party payment systems. Similarly, I’ve had no problem adjusting …
Deadpool 3’s most surprising cameos might have leaked again
The Marvels is the final MCU movie of the year. After that, we’ll move on to Deadpool 3 — the first MCU movie of 2024 …
Loki season 2 spoiler teases an exciting villain encounter
Loki season 2 is one of the MCU Phase 5 projects I want to see most, considering how important season 1 is to the Multiverse …
The internet isn’t free, it never was, and it probably never will be
It’s 2023, which means we’ve been using the internet for 40 years. That’s enough time for anyone to understand that the internet isn’t free. It …
Nothing Phone (2) doubles down on LED lights, and I still don’t like the glyphs
Nothing will launch the Phone (2) in a few days, the company’s first true flagship and the kind of device fans of the British startup …
How to stop iPhone’s Low Power Mode from turning off
Apple introduced the iPhone’s Low Power Mode in 2015 via the iOS 9 update. The feature lets you conserve battery life by reducing the amount …
Exciting new Deadpool 3 leaks reveal more X-Men coming to the MCU
Following a schedule shakeup, Deadpool 3 will be the first MCU movie of 2024. Marvel moved Deadpool 3 to May 3rd, a date that once …
Auto Gmail is an AI assistant that responds to all the emails in your inbox
One of the big problems with email is answering the messages you receive in a timely manner. Not all emails require answers, and some can …
Marvel insider explains the Nick Fury cliffhanger in Secret Invasion episode 2
I was surprised that Marvel didn’t let us stew for a week after that massive Secret Invasion episode 2 reveal. The Disney Plus TV show’s …
The AirPods Pro 3 feature I’m most excited about is… hearing health?
Apple upgraded the AirPods Pro last year, but Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman says another minor hardware update is coming soon. The iPhone 15’s switch to USB-C …
Humane teases Ai Pin and I’m cautiously excited
Humane is an artificial intelligence (AI) startup worth almost half a billion, with two former Apple execs at the helm. The company teased its first …
Every parent should take advantage of new Facebook Messenger and Instagram features to protect their teens
Whether you’re a new parent or already dealing with your teen’s mood swings, I think you should familiarize yourself with Meta’s new Facebook Messenger and …
Google’s own Bard AI says iOS is better than Android
I’ve been covering the mobile industry for over a decade, and one thing that hasn’t changed is the iPhone vs. Android rivalry. Diehard fans of …
How to lock your iPhone from your Apple Watch
Apple’s built-in security features and the massive Find My network should deter thieves from stealing iPhones. Yet thefts still happen. Some involve thieves glancing over …
I think YouTube blocking videos for ad blocker users is the right thing to do – here’s why
I recently sided with Netflix, saying the company’s password-sharing ban is warranted. I won’t get into any of that again. But that’s something you need …
Clippy is back as a ChatGPT-powered AI assistant for Windows 11
Microsoft Copilot will eventually bring ChatGPT-powered Bing Chat features to Windows 11 PCs, but you don’t have to wait that long to try a ChatGPT …
Matthew Macfadyen’s big role in Deadpool 3 might have leaked
Deadpool 3 is one of the most highly anticipated movies of the Multiverse Saga, transporting Deadpool (Ryan Reynolds) to the MCU. Since Disney confirmed years …
Secret Invasion finally fixes the lingering Avengers plot hole after Endgame
Secret Invasion is out on Disney Plus, with two episodes already available for streaming. The story has delivered plenty of exciting details about the secret …
I’m a longtime Mac user, but I’m so jealous of Windows 11’s ChatGPT Copilot
Generative AI software like ChatGPT and spatial computers like Vision Pro are the future. You might not see it immediately, but these nascent technologies will …
iOS 17 has a brilliant feature I need right now: It understands laundry icons on clothes
Apple released the first iOS 17 beta as soon as WWDC 2023 was over. But, unlike previous years, I didn’t hurry to get on the …
The OnePlus V Fold is the next foldable phone that deserves your attention
Google’s Pixel Fold is available in stores, and things aren’t necessarily looking good for the device’s durability. The Pixel Fold’s screen might be prone to …
