First iPhone 6 benchmark reveals full specs
Even though the iPhone 6 is not yet official, at least one iPhone 6 unit has found its way into a user’s hands in China, and …
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.
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How Apple plans to make iPhone 6 and iWatch must-have devices
Apple will introduce at least two new products during its Tuesday event, including the 2014 iPhones and its first smartwatch, devices that will be closely …
Regardless of denials, a musical surprise is coming to the iPhone 6 launch event
After a few days ago reports detailing U2’s involvement in Apple’s Tuesday iPhone 6 and iWatch launch event were denied by the band, The New …
Home Depot’s massive credit card data breach may be even bigger than attack on Target
Home Depot already confirmed a few days ago it has been the victim of an elaborate cyber attack, without providing specific details about the number …
This is big: Apple’s iWatch is reportedly getting PayPal support
Following various reports that have detailed Apple’s imminent attack on mobile payments thanks to the upcoming iPhone 6 and iWatch – Myce says that Apple’s first wearable …
New leak may reveal an Android L detail that no one saw coming
Following two potential Android L name candidates that appeared in recent leaks (Lollipop and Lemon Meringue Pie), a new report seems to indicate a different …
New video highlights what could be the 5.5-inch iPhone 6’s most important feature
After various leaks suggested the iPhone 6 phablet – also referred to as the “iPhone Air” – will pack a massive 2,915 mAh battery, French publication …
This might be Apple’s secret sauce for the iWatch
Apple’s first wrist-worn wearable computer, a.k.a. the iWatch, is expected to be unveiled on Tuesday during a special media event and launch at some point …
Study: Millions of Android users will jump ship and buy the iPhone 6
A new study from research company Survata looked at whether current iPhone and Android users are likely to switch to the iPhone 6 once it …
This is the first review of an actual iPhone 6
After leaked pictures and short videos showing what appears to be a working 4.7-inch iPhone 6 model popped up over the weekend, complete with what appears …
Here’s one way Apple will succeed with iPhone 6 mobile payments where others have failed
Apple is all but confirmed to be prepping its own wireless payments platform this year, with many recent reports revealing various details about the upcoming NFC-based …
This is the most important iWatch leak so far
Apple’s highly anticipated smartwatch is likely to be unveiled on Tuesday during the company’s iPhone 6 event, its most important product introduction of the year. …
Here’s one more way the 5.5-inch iPhone 6 might be a better choice for you
Apple on Tuesday is expected to unveil two iPhone models that will be bigger than any other iPhone the company made so far, coming in …
This isn’t the 2014 Nexus 7, but something entirely different
A 7-inch Google tablet has been spotted at the FCC, but it isn’t the third-generation Nexus 7 version that some Android fans would like to …
The first functional graphene-based flexible display has been produced
Graphene has been called a “magical” material that may hold the key to better electronic gadgets, both when it comes to device durability but also electrical …
The chip that’ll power your future fanless Macbook Air has been launched… again
Intel’s Core M, the processor that will finally let laptop makers create fanless devices that are slimmer than anything that has been done before, has …
Expect to pay more for the Galaxy Note Edge, if you can find one
Samsung at IFA 2014 unveiled two new Galaxy Note phablets, the “regular” Galaxy Note 4 and the Galaxy Note Edge, a device that features a two-sided wraparound …
Phorce Pro is the only portable battery you’ll ever need to charge all your devices on the go
Battery charging is one of the most common problems with mobile devices, especially for people who are always traveling and carrying various gadget combos, including smartphones, tablets …
How Apple plans to deal with one of your biggest iPhone 6 worries
For the first time ever, Apple will unveil iPhone models that will match the size of many competing products, including a 4.7-inch iPhone 6 and …
Tim Cook vows to improve iCloud security, prevent future ‘nudegates’
One of the downsides of so many celebrities using your devices is that you’ll share the blame when anything privacy-related affects them. Apple’s iCloud services …
For Apple, it’s crucial you return your faulty iPhone 6 as soon as possible
Apple is getting ready for its biggest iPhone launch yet, but, just like with any other product, some people may not be completely happy with …
Motorola’s flashy new toys shown off in official introduction videos
Motorola on Friday unveiled a variety of new products, including the new Moto X flagship smartphone, the bigger but still affordable second-generation Moto G handset and …
Apple already has a huge advantage over Google in wireless payments
One of the never-before-seen iPhone features that the iPhone 6 will be able to deliver is NFC-based wireless payments. As many reports have detailed, Apple has already …
Meet Motorola’s tiny accessories that will make the Moto X even better
Motorola on early Friday unveiled two new smartphones, the second-generation Moto X and second-generation Moto G, the Moto 360 wearable, but also some interesting accessories …
Logitech has come up with the only keyboard you’ll ever need to control all your devices
Logitech at IFA 2014 unveiled a new keyboard accessory that can be connected over Bluetooth not only with smartphones and tablets but also with Macs …
There’s something phishy about those nude photos you might be looking for
Unless you’ve been living under a rock this week, you’ve probably heard that quite a few celebrities have had their personal iCloud accounts hacked into, with …
Dyson 360 Eye — the best robot vacuum cleaner yet
After teasing it on YouTube a few days ago, Dyson on Thursday unveiled its first robot vacuum cleaner – the Dyson 360 Eye – that’s …
Don’t expect U2’s latest album to be preloaded on your iPhone 6
After a MacRumors report said the iPhone 6 might come preloaded with a digital copy of U2’s latest album, a spokeswoman has denied the band’s involvement with Apple’s upcoming iPhone 6 …
Facebook’s new privacy tool makes sure you share your naughty selfies only with the right people
It’s been a busy week for privacy and security related to personal data, obviously caused by a certain celebrities’ nudes hack, so it’s not entirely …
This is when you’ll be able to finally buy the Galaxy Note 4
Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Note 4 smartphone on Wednesday at IFA 2014 but it never actually revealed when the device will be launched other than saying it’ll be …
