How to secure your Gmail account
Google recently rolled out passkeys for Gmail, which lets you log in using a smartphone or computer without typing in the actual password. It’s a …
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
How to jailbreak ChatGPT
You can use generative AI products like ChatGPT for free right now, including the latest GPT-4 upgrade. The chatbots still have some limitations that might …
How to hide photos on your iPhone so snoopers can’t find them
Hiding photos on your iPhone is easy, especially after updating to iOS 16. You can hide any photos and videos you might want to keep …
The one Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse spoiler you need to know
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse comes out on June 2nd. The sequel to the highly acclaimed Into the Spider-Verse will tell an even more ambitious multiverse …
Google’s new image search feature helps show what’s AI-generated and what’s not
Google announced a Magic Editor Google Photos tool during I/O 2023 that will let you create fake images out of your photos with the help …
I love this Groot scene in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 so, so much
The third installment in Marvel’s Guardians trilogy gave us plenty of exciting action for the Guardians, both individually and as a group. Like other members …
Pixel Fold doesn’t unfold perfectly flat, but it might not be a big deal
The first Pixel Fold controversy is already here: the Google foldable doesn’t unfold perfectly flat. That might seem to be a big problem, especially since …
One Pixel Tablet feature I want the iPad to steal
Google unveiled the Pixel Tablet on Wednesday, confirming all rumors that preceded the event. But Google had some Pixel Tablet surprises for fans, revealing a …
Rocket Raccoon could be a massive Avengers: Endgame plot hole – here’s why he isn’t
I told you that Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 made me see Avengers: Endgame in a different light, thanks to Rocket Raccoon (Bradley Cooper). …
Who dies in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3?
Before Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 premiered, we got plenty of teasers from writer/director James Gunn that the final story in this trilogy wouldn’t …
The Pixel 6a is an incredible deal now that it’s only $349
While generative AI was the star of Google’s I/O 2023 keynote on Wednesday, the company did unveil three new Pixel devices. The Pixel 7a, Pixel …
I already hate Google Photos’s generative AI Magic Editor tool
Google is doubling down on generative AI, which is coming to many of its products in the near and more distant future. That includes Google …
Google unveils Pixel Fold, a foldable phone that might beat Samsung
Samsung has been the main beneficiary of a profitable niche it helped create in the smartphone industry: foldable phones. But the lack of competition isn’t …
Google Pixel Tablet is official, and it’s better than we thought
Google finally unveiled the Pixel Tablet at I/O 2023 after months of leaks that gave us all the details about this particular Android tablet. It’s …
Google Search Generative Experience is a new AI for online search, but there’s a waitlist
Google’s Bard got a big update at I/O 2023 which should let Google better compete with OpenAI’s ChatGPT. Among other things, Google dropped the waitlist …
One hero from Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 could become an amazing villain
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is playing in theaters worldwide, and we finally got another amazing Marvel movie that deserves to be seen in …
When will Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 stream on Disney Plus?
The only way to watch Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is in a theater, as the final installment in the franchise premiered just last …
Apple’s quiet iPad announcements tease big WWDC 2023 event
iPad users have been waiting for years for Apple to bring Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro to the tablet, and Apple finally did it. …
Spider-Man 4 release date might have leaked again – but don’t get too excited
The next time we see Spider-Man will be in Sony’s animated sequel, Across the Spider-Verse. Of course, the Spider-Verse sequel is only loosely connected to …
We need to talk about Gamora in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is already a massive success for Marvel. It’s not just the $289 million take at the global box office …
Leaked Pixel 7a preorder deal makes it too good to pass up
Google already confirmed the Pixel 7a launch date, with the next-gen mid-range handset set to be unveiled on Wednesday during Google I/O 2023. Given all …
iPhone 15 Pro dummy unit video highlights big design changes
The iPhone 15’s biggest secrets leaked months ago. Most reports tell the same story about Apple’s plans for the 2023 generation. The biggest change concerns …
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 changed how I think about Avengers: Endgame
If you’re still on the fence about watching Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 in theaters or waiting for its Disney Plus release, I’ll tell …
Loki season 2 was reportedly delayed, but it’s not about recasting Kang
Loki season 2 is one of the most anticipated MCU adventures of the year, but Marvel has reportedly delayed the Disney Plus release date. Instead …
Google Pixel Tablet leaked on Amazon, and it might be just what Android users need
You have plenty of options right now if you’re an Android user looking for a decent Android tablet. Whether it’s a basic Amazon Kindle Fire, …
iPhone 15 MagSafe speed might go up to 20W, and that’s exciting news for USB-C charging
Apple brought wireless charging support to iPhone in 2017 when the iPhone 8 and iPhone X models came with glass rear panels. Every iPhone since …
Never type out your email address again with this simple but brilliant iPhone hack
Like it or not, email still plays a major role in our lives, and I appreciate every hack I can come up with to improve …
11 lesser-known iPhone tricks that’ll change how you use your phone
The iPhone has been one of the best smartphones on the market for over a decade. Even if you buy an old model, you’ll still …
How to block people in Gmail and why you should do it
One of the great things about apps that facilitate communication on smart devices is that you can block contacts. Whether it’s annoying people who might …
3 viral AI-generated TV commercials that will haunt your nightmares
ChatGPT is easily the most discussed tech advancement of the year so far, but things are slowly getting out of hand. The “Godfather of AI” …
