This is why there are no more ‘free’ apps in Apple’s App Stores
In addition to clearly marking which iOS and OS X apps in the App Store and Mac App Store have in-app purchase options, Apple has taken one more …
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
FTC cracks down on massive ‘PC cleaner’ security scam
The Federal Trade Commission and the State of Florida on Wednesday announced plans on fighting a type of online scam that cons unsuspecting PC users into …
This tiny cardboard capsule is exactly what the iPhone doctor ordered
No matter how big smartphone batteries are, smartphone users still often must rely on external battery packs to keep them going, so it’s no wonder the accessory …
You can now play Destiny for free, and save your progress for when you purchase it
Destiny has been a big success so far, at least when it comes to overall sales, but that doesn’t mean Bungie is happy with the number …
Meet XOO, the belt that can recharge your iPhone and Android smartphone
Nifty, a U.K. based company that has already successfully funded a nifty portable storage solution for MacBook laptops (the MiniDrive) is back on Indiegogo looking to …
Video: This cool Kickstarter makes the Moto 360 look even better
For some smartwatch buyers, the circular Moto 360 is the best-looking wearable device out there, and the Motorola gadget is definitely popular with buyers — at …
T-Mobile is finally ready to take your money for a Nexus 6
After announcing last week that it had to delay the Nexus 6 launch in its stores in order to offer buyers a better shopping experience, T-Mobile …
Android Lollipop might have another serious bug affecting Nexus smartphones
The recently released Android 5.0 Lollipop update is Google’s most important OS upgrade in recent years, bringing users a completely new design language as well …
You don’t have to wait until Black Friday for Walmart’s hot iPhone 6 and iPad Air 2 sales
Even though there’s more than a week to go until Black Friday 2014 is here, some of the companies engaged in these fierce Black Friday wars are already …
Here’s an awesome new Google Maps trick everyone should know
Google Maps is one of the most popular mapping applications out there, whether it’s on desktop computers or mobile devices, and Google is constantly improving …
Apple is already preparing for big Black Friday sales
Unlike other retailers, Apple has traditionally stayed away from offering significant price discounts for Black Friday, but that doesn’t mean the company isn’t getting ready …
Apple Watch might be harder to operate than any other Apple device
Apple on Tuesday released WatchKit for developers, which has revealed various details about the Apple Watch, including screen resolution and app functionality, but also details about …
Leak: Insider says next year’s iPhone may have a DSLR-quality camera
For many years, Apple has decided not to engage in a megapixel war with rivals when it comes to its iPhone cameras, instead deciding to improving …
Don’t buy an Apple Watch if you don’t already own an iPhone
Apple is expected to launch the Apple Watch at some point in early 2015 — some reports point to a Valentine’s Day release date, while …
Samsung wants to make smartphones with foldable screens next year
In addition to cutting down the total number of smartphones it’ll launch next year, Samsung also plans to launch foldable smartphones at some point in …
Big update brings new features to the ‘Netflix for Pirates’ app for Android
The developers behind Popcorn Time have come up with a new version for Android devices, available in beta starting today, and its main new feature is …
Virtual Reality will allow this man to live someone else’s life for a month
Virtual reality is getting better and better, with companies such as Facebook, Samsung, Google and others growing more interested in offering such entertainment options to …
Yes, someone has finally built Marty McFly’s auto-lacing shoes
Back to the Future fans are surely familiar with Marty McFly’s special auto-lacing shoes from the future, and many of them may have been dreaming about …
The iPhone 6 Plus camera has a huge problem for some users
The camera on the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus has both been highly praised in many reviews, including several in-depth hands-on experiences from pro photographers. Of course, the …
The most amazing thing you’ll see today: Time-lapse video of North Atlantic air traffic
Aviation industry experts at NATS have created an awesome time-lapse visualization of Transatlantic air traffic over a period of 24 hours, condensing all the flights …
You won’t believe how much value you’ll get from this $199.99 laptop
Just as Microsoft is trying to convince laptop and/or tablet buyers that the Surface Pro 3 is a better choice this Christmas than Apple’s iconic …
New tests suggest Apple skimped on a key iPhone 6 component and it’s causing problems
Certain iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus owners, as well as some iPad users, have complained about random crashes and reboots on smartphones that have …
How to find out where Walmart has stashed your precious Black Friday deals
Walmart’s Black Friday 2014 ad is already out, with regular Walmart customers likely planning their upcoming Black Friday shopping spree. The retailer has set up various sales events for …
Here is everything on sale at Costco for Black Friday
As this year’s most important holiday shopping day approaches, more and more stores unveil their special deals and discounts for a variety of products, including …
Video: The world’s fastest keyboard just set a new record on the iPhone 6 Plus
Fleksy, the holder of the Guinness World Records title for the world’s fastest smartphone keyboard is now even faster, the company on Tuesday announced. Fleksy, …
This might be the single most annoying thing about the Nexus 6… but there’s an easy fix
Nexus 6 units have already started shipping to early buyers, and while many of them may be using the huge Lollipop-running phablet as their daily …
Video: Watch Apple’s Eddy Cue shop with Apple Pay
Apple’s mobile payment solution is already off to a great start, according to various reports which say Apple Pay is more popular than any existing …
Samsung will finally give up on gadget spam next year
Samsung has used smartphone buyers in previous years to seeing a wide variety of Galaxy-branded smartphone and tablet versions in stores, as the company tried …
You might have to wait even longer for the 5K Retina iMac of your dreams
Some Mac fans who have ordered the recently announced 27-inch 5K Retina iMac all-in-one computer have already received notices via email that shipping has been delayed, …
9 out of 10 iPhone buyers got an iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus over the past month
The iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus are Apple’s best-selling iPhone models to date, and now new research from UBS and Consumer Intelligence Research Partners (CIRP) …
