Google’s Glass prescription frames will make you look more human
Google on Tuesday announced that it’s finally ready to offer Glass Explorers the prescription frames they were waiting for. “If we had a nickel for …
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.
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Investigation blows the lid off iOS, Android app development scams
A highly detailed investigation from Android Police reveals part of what must be the purgatory of the app development universe, where shady development companies lure in …
Yes, the KitKat update did sort-of break your Galaxy Note 3
After initially denying that the Android 4.4 KitKat update recently released for the Galaxy Note 3 caused any issues with third-party accessories for the device, …
British spies can remotely ‘Smurf’ your iPhone and Android phone
Unsurprisingly, it’s not just the NSA that can hack iPhones and other mobile devices in order to retrieve data that may be relevant to an …
For Apple, your fingerprint may be the key to your iWallet
After a report last week claimed that Apple is building its own wireless payment service, Apple’s CEO Tim Cook was “more or less” asked by an …
New MacBook computers might be powered by the sun
Apple on Tuesday was awarded a new patent titled “Electronic device display module” that describes a MacBook laptop that would have solar charging abilities as …
Nintendo is going mobile, but don’t hold your breath for a full Mario iPhone game [updated]
Nintendo may finally be ready to launch mobile games, Nikkei reports, but the company will not simply unleash its Mario or Pokemon universes on iPhone, …
The iPhone 6 may have a different kind of wireless charging
Apple has been recently rumored to run a trial production of iPhone models that have sapphire glass displays, but there may be another reason the …
NFC comes to the iPhone with brand new line of cases
DeviceFidelity on Monday announced that even more special iPhone cases containing its near field communication (NFC) technology for Isis payments will be available in AT&T …
LG quietly confirms new flagship phone will debut next month
In addition to presenting its earnings report for the fourth quarter of 2013, LG on Monday issued a small press release to confirm the name …
HTC M8 flagship phone may go where no HTC phone has gone before
The HTC M8, also referred to as the HTC One+ in recent reports, will feature on-screen buttons according to trusted leaker @evleaks, who has been …
You have one hour today to buy an unlocked Moto X for $100 off
Motorola on Friday announced via Twitter that it will hold a new Moto X sale on Monday, offering its flagship Android smartphone starting at just …
Nokia’s Android phone might actually launch
Vietnamese online retailer Thegiodidong.com is already listing the Nokia Normandy on its website, potentially revealing various specs and features for the unconfirmed device in the …
Google to reportedly discontinue beloved Nexus device lineup next year
Russian blogger Eldar Murtazin said on Twitter that the Nexus line of devices will be discontinued in 2015, replaced instead with a new brand spawned …
Google acquires AI firm (because its robots can’t take over the world until they become self-aware)
Google has confirmed to Re/code that it purchased an artificial intelligence (AI) company without disclosing the amount of cash it paid for it. The publication …
Apple may soon have a new way to help you spend more of your money
Apple is reportedly developing its own wireless payment service for mobile devices, The Wall Street Journal has learned, eying a piece of a growing business …
Your next iPhone may have an even tougher display
Foxconn has apparently started producing iPhones with sapphire displays, Taiwanese publication Apple Daily has learned, with the Chinese manufacturer expected to make 100 iPhone units with …
Don’t expect a 64-bit processor in the Galaxy S5
In a note to investors, KGI analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has detailed the specs and features of the next-gen Galaxy S flagship, revealing that the handset …
Samsung’s 2014 roadmap: More phablets, bigger tablets
In a conference call with analysts following the announcement of its Q4 2013 financial performance, Samsung on Friday revealed that it plans to launch additional tablets …
You might be able to buy a red Nexus 5 after all
After a video that suggested Google might soon launch the Nexus 5 in up to six extra color options was proven to be fake the …
FBI: More Target-like malware attacks are coming
In a confidential report for retailers that was seen by Reuters, the FBI is warning companies to prepare for Target-like malware attacks in the future, …
You’ll download full movies in a second on South Korea’s 5G network
South Korea plans to further upgrade its cellular data speeds in the coming years, and has announced that it will invest 1.6 trillion won (or …
How one country is fighting for your right to delete smartphone bloatware
One thing Android smartphones are highly criticized for is the amount of bloatware – whether it comes from OEMs or carriers – that can clog …
Video: Tim Cook discusses Apple’s new device, larger iPhone in sit down with ABC
While celebrating the Mac’s 30th birthday, Apple execs have talked to the press this week in interviews with Macworld, and ABC News. The former has already …
Apple exec: Merging iOS and OS X would be a ‘waste of energy’
In an interview with Macworld, Apple’s Phil Schiller, Bud Tribble and Craig Federighi said that the company has no intention to merge iOS and OS …
Samsung wants to dial down mobile marketing for a change
Samsung on Friday told analysts that it plans to cut its mobile marketing this year in order to keep it relative to revenue, Reuters reports, …
Video: Apple celebrates 30 years of Mac innovation
Apple on Friday hosted a special home page on its website and a short video on YouTube to celebrate 30 years of Mac innovation. On …
Samsung posts weaker Q4 2013 earnings, says smartphone and tablets still strong
Samsung on Friday posted its earnings report for the fourth quarter of 2013, missing estimates and confirming the unaudited numbers it revealed a few weeks …
SwiftKey keyboard reportedly coming to iOS disguised as a Notes app
The popular SwiftKey keyboard app that’s available on Android devices may soon be available to iOS device users as well as a SwiftKey Note app. …
Video: Watch out Chromecast, Airtame is coming with better features
Google is getting ready to launch its popular Chromecast dongle in international markets, but the device may get more and more competitors in the future. …
