You can finally stop Verizon’s supercookies from tracking you – here’s how
By now you’ve undoubtedly heard of Verizon’s “supercookies,” the unstoppable tracking cookies that Verizon uses to track every single unencrypted website you visit on your …
Zach Epstein has been the Executive Editor at BGR for more than 15 years. He manages BGR’s editorial team and ensures that best practices are adhered to. He also oversees the Ecommerce team and directs the daily flow of all content. Zach first joined BGR in 2007 as a Staff Writer covering business, technology, and entertainment.
His work has been quoted by countless top news organizations, and he was recently named one of the world's top 10 “power mobile influencers” by Forbes. Prior to BGR, Zach worked as an executive in marketing and business development with two private telcos.
Articles by Zach Epstein
Connecting my life: The smart home device that saved me from my puppy
It turns out puppies pee a lot. I obviously knew this before we adopted our new puppy Oliver last month, but knowing it and having to …
8 awesome paid iPhone apps on sale for free for a limited time
If you’re looking to fill your iPhone or iPad will cool apps but you don’t want to break the bank in the process, you’ve gone …
Uber Rush just changed my life
On Tuesday, I made a significant breakthrough in my quest to never have to leave my home again. Things like Amazon Prime, Trunk Club and …
A roundup of every April Fools’ Day joke from Google
Is there anything worse than tech companies putting together April Fools’ Day jokes? No, there probably isn’t, but at least there are a few companies …
Dual-core iPhone 6 graphics performance crushes Samsung’s octa-core Galaxy S6
Samsung’s new flagship Galaxy S6 andGalaxy S6 edge feature fresh new designs, better build quality, new software, the best smartphone displays on the planet and cutting-edge new …
Amazon’s deal of the day: Up to 50% off hard drives and networking gear
Amazon’s deals of the day aren’t always aimed at tech fans, though we can all appreciate an affordable sweater and some nice gardening tools every …
Connecting my life: Meet the $270 home security solution that saved me thousands
Even if you’re not a self-described technology and gadget enthusiast, you’ve probably seen “smart home,” “connected life,” “Internet of Things,” or “IoT” mentioned a few …
7 awesome paid iPhone apps that are all free downloads right now
Monday’s list of paid iPhone and iPad apps on sale for free had a few gems on it, and several of them are actually still …
How to access the secret hidden menus on your iPhone or Android phone
So you think you’re a smartphone expert. You know your iPhone or Android phone inside and out and you constantly help your friends and family …
Acclaimed critic explains why Jay-Z’s new streaming music service will fail
When acclaimed music industry analyst and critic Bob Lefsetz talks, people in the industry listen. Lefsetz has a long history that includes consulting for major labels …
4 apps that will help you save money on products from Amazon and elsewhere
There is nothing worse than buying something new only to find it listed at a cheaper price elsewhere a few days later. Ok, there are …
Apple CEO Tim Cook penned a rare op-ed that everyone should read
We typically try not to get too political here on BGR, but the fight against inequality and discrimination is something we can happily get behind, even when …
Samsung Galaxy S6 review
I have been pretty hard on Samsung over the past few years, but let’s be honest: the company deserved it. Time and time again, we’ve seen …
A fantastic hidden iPhone design detail you’ll be shocked you never noticed
Sometimes it’s the little things that remind you just how incredible Apple’s attention to detail really is. What may seem on the surface to be minor …
Watch this immediately: First teaser trailer for Spectre, the new James Bond movie
There are just a handful of upcoming movies in 2015 that we’re excited about — really, truly excited about. One is Avengers: Age of Ultron, …
8 awesome paid iPhone apps on sale for free for a limited time
We shared five fantastic lists of paid iPhone and iPad apps on sale for free last week, and we’re starting off strong once again this week. …
Galaxy S6 vs. iPhone 6: The ultimate speed test
Samsung’s brand new flagship smartphones for the first half of 2015 are just weeks away from launching, and Android fans are clearly excited. They have great …
WTF of the week: Android phone maker says Apple is Hitler
Billionaires often have a tendency to, shall we say, speak their minds freely. This apparently rings true for Chinese billionaires who are about to jump …
7 awesome paid iPhone apps that are free downloads right now (save $40!)
Another week is drawing to a close and if nothing else, it has been packed full of great paid iPhone and iPad apps on sale …
10 things the Galaxy S6 can do that the iPhone 6 can’t
Beginning in two weeks on April 10th, we’re in store for an epic battle of the sixes. Apple’s iPhone 6 burst onto the scene this …
Meet the first 24 Apple Watch apps
With just two weeks left until Apple fans can finally head to their local Apple Stores to try on the Apple Watch, excitement is definitely …
Everything you need to know about when and where to buy the Galaxy S6 and HTC One M9
After what seemed like a painfully long wait, Android fans across the country can finally breathe a collective sigh of relief. The three biggest flagship …
Meet the most stunning smartphone you’ll never own
The dream of a stunning smartphone with a bezel-free display has finally been realized… and you’ll never get to enjoy it. Have you ever heard …
A top designer left Apple to build Apple Watch’s first real competitor: Olio Model One
There are a few main reasons the Apple Watch has generated so much buzz. First and foremost, it’s an Apple product and nothing is as …
8 awesome paid iPhone apps on sale for free for a limited time
Yesterday was our biggest list of the week featuring paid iPhone and iPad apps on sale for free for a short time, and a few …
Google Maps for Android just got a great new feature iPhone users will be jealous of
Google Maps for Android and Google Maps for the iPhone may never have true feature parity. This is due in part to the limitations Apple …
Galaxy S6 first impressions: Why can’t I find anything to complain about?
What on Earth is going on right now? Smartphones are like anything else. When you pick one up it’s fresh and new, and the novelty …
Galaxy S6 and S6 edge launch details finally announced – preorders start tomorrow
Android fans, it’s time to breathe a sigh of relief. The long wait is almost over and Samsung’s next-generation flagship phones, the Galaxy S6 and …
Surprise! HTC One M9 goes on sale tonight at midnight
Remember when HTC America president Jason Mackenzie announced last week that the new HTC One M9 will be released on April 10th? Well, that’s not entirely …
