The Xbox One will soon add a key feature gamers have been clamoring for
An Xbox One problem that’s likely annoying hardcore gamers may “soon” be fixed, Microsoft’s Larry “Major Nelson” Hryb revealed on Reddit, as the company will soon …
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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1,928-page Google letter shows company really, really wants to trademark ‘Glass’
Google really wants to trademark the word “Glass,” but gaining the trademark for such a common word is not an easy task. In fact, the …
Video: Galaxy S5 and iPhone 5s square off in fingerprint scanner battle
The soon-to-be-available Galaxy S5 comes with fingerprint sensor embedded in the home button, which will help users unlock the device but also perform other actions …
Most sophisticated Android malware yet has already infected millions
Android is still the most targeted mobile platform out there in terms of mobile malware, considering the reports that keep detailing ways that hackers can take …
Samsung gets its first important win in new patent battle with Apple
Samsung on Thursday scored its first significant victory in its second U.S. trial with Apple, as Judge Judy Koh rejected an Apple motion that asked the court …
Here’s another reason the iPhone 6 can’t launch soon enough
While the iPhone 5s is widely available in China now that the world’s largest mobile operator is officially stocking it, the device may not be as …
Did Samsung mess with the wrong president?
After the recent Big Papi and President Obama selfie turned out to be a Samsung marketing setup, the White House took a hard stance against any …
This is Microsoft’s ingenious plan to reel in more customers
Microsoft has devised a new clever way to convince customers to purchase a Surface tablet: the new Surface Pro 2 “Geek” bundle that packs some …
Video: Here are the Project Ara Android phone sizes
With less than two weeks to go to Google’s first Ara Developers Conference – which takes place on April 15 and April 16 in Mountain …
Exciting Android handset will be even cheaper in Europe than expected
OnePlus on Thursday revealed via Facebook and Google+ posts that the One Android handset will be even cheaper than expected in Europe, without specifying an actual …
This app will tell you whether you should sext professionally
iOS and Android users who share a lot of images and videos with their friends and would like to see the actual expression on their …
EU says ‘no’ to roaming, ‘yes’ to net neutrality
The European Parliament has backed new telecom legislation reform in Europe that aims to enforce net neutrality rules and end roaming charges starting in late 2015 in the …
These 13 videos might be silly, but they still make Microsoft’s Cortana seem impressive
In addition to posting several comparison videos showing the differences between Siri and Cortana, Microsoft has published several other short clips to reveal the distinct “personality” …
Video: Here’s everything you need to know about Windows Phone 8.1
Microsoft on Wednesday announced two new updates for its mobile and desktop operating systems including Windows Phone 8.1 and Windows 8.1 Update 1. Both updates …
Immensely popular iOS app FireChat brings Internet-less chat to Android
The recently launched FireChat instant messaging iOS app that doesn’t require an Internet or cellular connection to allow users to send and receive messages – …
New leak may expose Samsung’s premium Galaxy S5 with a quad HD display
Even though Samsung has denied Galaxy S5 ‘Prime’ rumors that suggested the company will launch a premium high-end model of the Galaxy S5 later this …
Apple’s WWDC 2014 tickets go on sale today, but with a huge twist
Apple on Thursday announced that its yearly developers conference will kick off June 2, revealing that interested developers can already apply for tickets. However, not …
‘Android Silver’ may help Google fix several big issues with one blow
Google may be working on improving the overall customer experience for Android handset buyers, Android Police has learned, by creating a new support system for …
Video: Blizzard’s Warcraft universe hits iPad with a twist
While Blizzard is far from releasing its any of its Warcraft games on mobile devices, the company has come up with a card game based …
Act surprised: Galaxy S5 mini won’t be the high-end model you want it to be
Samsung is expected to launch a mini version of is Galaxy S5 flagship in the near future. As was the case last year, however, the …
Here are Nokia’s first Windows Phone 8.1 Lumia smartphones
Nokia on Wednesday announced new smartphones during Microsoft’s Build 2014 keynote, the Lumia 930 and Lumia 630, with both devices expected to run Windows Phone …
Kinect for Windows V2 officially announced
Microsoft on Wednesday unveiled the second version of Kinect for Windows, as previously rumored. The device looks similar to the Kinect sensor that comes with …
Microsoft unveils Windows 8.1 Update 1
As expected, Microsoft on Wednesday announced the Windows 8.1 Update 1, a software update that Windows users who still prefer mouse and keyboard input over …
Samsung: Here’s why the Galaxy S5 is better than the HTC One (M8)
Samsung is apparently getting ready to convince customers that the Galaxy S5 is a better choice than the HTC One (M8) as the company prepares …
Nexus 10 is apparently making a triumphant return to the Play Store
Even though both the 16GB and 32GB versions of the Google Nexus 10 tablet were listed as out of stock for a few months now, …
Want your iPad photos made into a printed book in just a few hours? There’s an app for that
Kodak Alaris on Wednesday announced a new iPad app that will let users quickly create and print photo books from their images, offering them a …
Samsung’s ‘Next Big Thing’ ads really got under Apple’s skin
In addition to becoming viral on the web, Samsung’s “Next Big Thing” ads that make fun of Apple’s products and its customers apparently had a second …
KitKat grows but Jelly Bean is still top candy in Android’s candy store
Google has released new data detailing Android distribution for the 7-day period ending on April 1, 2014, revealing that its latest operating system version – …
Google’s new thermostat officially launches in first European market
A custom Nest thermostat version has finally launched in the U.K., The Verge reports, as the Google-owned company has modified the U.S. model to suit …
Date rape drugs may soon be a thing of the past
Researchers from the National University of Singapore have found a way to quickly detect GHB (Gamma-Hydroxybutyric acid,) also known as a “date rape drug” alongside …
