New Xbox Series X and S consoles are up for preorder ahead of October launch
We might not see a Nintendo Switch 2 in stores anytime soon, but Microsoft is ready to sell you new Xbox Series X and Series …
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
Study identifies the amount of meat you can eat before increasing your diabetes risk
A diet rich in red and processed meat can pose several health risks, including an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. That’s what doctors …
This iPhone 16 Pro Max leak tells us we’ve reached peak bezel
The iPhone 16 will deliver a big design change to the Pro models. They’re going to feature larger displays in slightly larger bodies. Apple wants …
Deadpool & Wolverine concept art shows off an unused Wolverinepool variant
Deadpool & Wolverine has topped $1.14 billion at the box office since its late July release and continues to stun audiences. If you were wondering, …
Here’s why the lack of iPhone 16 price leaks is great news
By this time next month, iPhone 16 buyers will probably have one of the four new iPhone models in their hands. That’s how close we …
Japan is turning uneaten food scraps back into edible food
Recycling food scraps back into food you can eat sounds disgusting at first. But I’m sure everyone hearing about Japan’s way of tackling waste would …
Pixel 9 is a huge problem for ChatGPT, and the iPhone 16 will only be a partial fix
Despite all the leaks that revealed every single detail about the Pixel 9 line ahead of Google’s keynote last week, the press event impressed me …
This might be the explanation for the asterisk in Marvel’s Thunderbolts*
The Avengers will supposedly reassemble next year in Captain America: Brave New World under the leadership of Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie). It’s not exactly a spoiler. …
iPhone 16: 62% of users want to upgrade, but AI isn’t the main reason
Apple will unveil the iPhone 16 in a few weeks. I plan on upgrading from the iPhone 14 Pro, with Apple Intelligence being one of …
Drinking this much coffee each day might be bad for your heart
Caffeine has been on doctors’ radars for years. They’ve tried to determine how much coffee intake per day is healthy for you, and how much …
Apple’s iPhone is getting a new feature that I really want in my MacBook
Apple has been working on a custom iPhone modem for years, and the company’s efforts are ongoing. Apple has reportedly sunk billions of dollars and …
Don’t buy the AirPods Pro 2 right now: Cheaper AirPods 4 are on the way
We’re only a few weeks from the iPhone 16 launch event, where Apple will introduce several other products. We’ll surely see Apple introduce the Apple …
What if your AirPods could log you into all of your apps?
When Apple launched the first-gen AirPods after removing the 3.5mm headphone jack from the iPhone, it revolutionized the industry. Most smartphone vendors now sell their …
Thunderbolts leak solves a long-standing Avengers mystery
The first Thunderbolts* trailer that Marvel showed at D23 leaked online, giving us a look at the MCU’s Suicide Squad version. Unlike DC’s team, the …
This iPhone 16 feature will determine which model I choose
I’ll upgrade to the iPhone 16 later this year, but I’m still unsure which model to buy. I’m considering the Plus and Pro Max sizes …
The Pixel 9 is Google’s best weapon against Apple Intelligence
Imagine being in the same room as Google’s high-ranking Android execs discussing Apple’s WWDC announcements. Maybe they were following the live stream online to see …
Galaxy S25 Ultra leak tells us Samsung might have fixed the worst thing about the Note design
We’re entering Galaxy S25 rumors season now that the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6 are out in stores. The next Samsung flagships are …
Here’s why it might feel like you aged a few years overnight
As researchers are trying to figure out ways to slow down aging, they’re also studying the human body to understand how and when aging occurs. …
This Fantastic Four detail from Deadpool & Wolverine suddenly makes sense
Deadpool & Wolverine continues its terrific run at the box office, having topped $1 billion after three weekends. In the past few weeks, we’ve unpacked …
AltStore PAL app store is now free thanks to a grant from Epic Games
The European Union (EU) used the new Digital Markets Act (DMA) to force Apple to allow third-party App Store alternatives on the iPhone. The DMA …
Google’s Gemini upgrades put the pressure on OpenAI’s GPT-5
As expected, Google’s Pixel 9 event was full of Gemini AI features. Google didn’t just announce new Gemini functionalities. Google said those features will be …
iPhone 17 specs leak makes the Pros sound more exciting than the ultra-slim model
Apple has yet to send out invites for its mid-September iPhone 16 press event, but we already have a leak detailing some of the purported …
Quantum computing will break existing encryption algorithms, so the US government developed stronger ones
Whenever we talk about end-to-end encrypted data, we’re usually talking about messaging apps like iMessage, Signal, WhatsApp, and Google’s RCS. But plenty of other data …
One of the biggest Pixel 9 upgrades has me worried about the iPhone 16
The Pixel 9 phones have finally graduated from rumors to actual products that you can preorder online. But the rumors were all correct. Google gave …
Leaked Thunderbolts trailer is our first look at a new Marvel hero who becomes a villain
Thunderbolts (annoying styled as Thunderbolts*) has a May 2nd, 2025 release date. A trailer is imminent, and I wouldn’t be surprised to see the first …
Wondering why the iPhone 17 Slim can’t be a true flagship? The Pixel 9 Pro Fold has the answer
Google overhauled the Pixel Fold 2 completely, starting with the name. The Pixel Fold successor is called Pixel 9 Pro Fold. Google included it in …
5 new Pixel 9 and Pixel Watch 3 features I want on the iPhone and Apple Watch
During Tuesday’s Made by Google event, Google unveiled four new phones, two smartwatch models, and a new pair of wireless earbuds. Artificial intelligence was at …
Pixel Watch 3 and Pixel 9 running features put the iPhone and Apple Watch to shame
On Tuesday, Google unveiled the Pixel 9 series and the Pixel Watch 3, which made me extremely jealous. It’s not that I want to replace …
Gemini Live: Google AI gets voice chat like GPT-4o, plus 8 more new features
Google unveiled four Pixel 9 phones on Tuesday, including three Pro models, of which one is foldable. This is the boldest line of Pixel devices …
Google unveils Pixel 9 series with Gemini AI: Everything you need to know
Google just took the wraps off of the Pixel 9 series during its Made by Google event. If you were wondering, yes, all the rumors …
