Hitman: Sniper is a ‘vertical slice’ of the long-running franchise
On Wednesday afternoon, I had the opportunity to demo a slate of upcoming games from Square Enix, the ever-expanding publisher / developer behind some of …
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Obama is unhappy with the Internet ‘fast lane’ plan proposed by the ex-cable lobbyist he tapped to run the FCC
Amazing but true: Appointing a former cable lobbyist to run the Federal Communications Commission might not be the best way to protect net neutrality. Nonetheless, …
Just how big is the popularity divide between the iPhone and iPad?
Next week brings the introduction of the brand new iPad. The hype seems to be a bit less than that of the iPhone 6 reveal. So just …
This hilarious iPhone and Android app was designed to be used on the toilet
We might not always talk about it, but smartphone users have developed the habit of always using their handsets while in the bathroom. Now, a new …
Move over Coin and Plastc, there’s one more smart card looking to replace your wallet
While Apple is finally bringing its contactless payments solution to the iPhone, other companies are still sticking with regular debit and credit cards, trying to …
Here’s why your WiFi speeds are never as fast as advertised
It’s always heartbreaking to test your home WiFi speed. The results are likely only a fraction of what you signed up for, no matter how …
Apple isn’t the only company getting rich off of the iPhone 6
With record iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus sales comes the equally impressive sales of iPhone accessories. In the two weeks following the announcement of the iPhone …
Leak may reveal Samsung’s bold new Android interface
There are two things you can bring up that will almost instantly annoy certain diehard Android fans: The first is mentioning what a drag it …
How the iPhone 6 may have forced Apple to bankrupt its own sapphire supplier
By far the strangest story to pop up this week has been the surprise bankruptcy filing of GT Advanced Technologies, which had been Apple’s top …
These incredible GIFs show you what it looks like from space when a volcano erupts
In May 1980, the world gasped at the eruption of Mount St. Helens, which was one of the largest volcano eruptions in America in the …
Foxconn is in serious iPhone 6 ‘Bendgate’ denial, says Apple’s competitors are to blame
After some users discovered the iPhone 6 Plus bends when held in pockets in a certain manner, the phenomenon quickly turned into a PR problem …
In-depth review aims to see just how good the iPhone 6 Plus is for gaming
Apple’s recently released iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus have been thoroughly reviewed so far, with various publications closely looking at their design lines, hardware …
Nexus 9 preorder and release details may have just leaked
The Nexus 9 is expected to launch next week alongside Google’s latest Android OS version, and Bright Side of News, which first found confirmation that …
The most surprisingly gorgeous smartphone we’ve seen is now on sale in the U.S.
The surprisingly sleek and gorgeous Sharp Aquos Crystal is now available for purchase on Boost Mobile, and Sprint Prepaid at Best Buy retail stores. Its screen will make …
Amazing Twitter account collects Amazon’s most hilarious movie reviews
Get ready to add a new account to your Twitter feed. Amazon reviews can be surprisingly helpful when making purchasing decisions, especially now that the …
One of Android’s best keyboard apps was just released for the iPhone and iPad
As if you didn’t have enough terrific new keyboard apps to choose from on your iPhone, yet another hugely popular third-party Android keyboard app has …
This terrific video primer will help you get the most out of your iPhone 6 camera
Even hardcore Android fans are giving Apple its dues for the iPhone 6’s camera, which has been widely acclaimed for making it easy to take …
These are the biggest differences between Apple fans and Microsoft fans
There are plenty of classic rivalries in the world of technology, but none run quite as deep as the one between Apple and Microsoft. Perhaps even …
Video: This is what it’s like to have your Tesla drive you around by itself
Elon Musk on Thursday unveiled a new Tesla model, the all-wheel drive D variant of the Model S that packs two electric motors and is able …
Way before the iconic iPhone, this strange contraption was Jony Ive’s first award-winning phone design
Apple’s design guru Jony Ive, who was interviewed recently by Bloomberg Businessweek and Vogue, on Thursday night appeared in a rare on-stage interview at Vanity Fair’s …
Apple’s iPhone 6 Plus camera put to the ultimate test against a $3,400 DSLR
There’s been a great deal of talk recently about the advantages and disadvantages of using a smartphone as a primary camera. Plenty of professional photographers have decided to …
New video gives us a tantalizing peek at Android L’s beautiful Material Design
Can’t wait to get a look at how Google’s new Android L and its Material Design UI will look on your phone? Then you should …
You can buy the Galaxy Note 4 right now
Samsung’s new Galaxy Note 4 is easily one of the most hotly anticipated smartphones of the year, and it turns out the wait for the …
BGR’s Anniversary Event is next Thursday in NYC, here’s how you can RSVP
That’s right, it’s just around the corner. We have been overwhelmed with RSVPs for the Anniversary Event next Thursday, October 16th. Since RSVPing automatically enters …
8 awesome paid iPhone apps you can download for free right now (save $32!)
Another week has passed us by, but not before BGR sneaks in one last round of nifty paid iPhone and iPad apps that are on …
It took Apple just 6 hours to sell 1 million iPhone 6 and 6 Plus handsets in China
iPhone 6 preorders have officially started in China on Friday, with Apple’s three local carriers partners having sold no less than 1 million units in …
The Snappening: Massive leak exposes thousands of nude photos and videos
It looks like celebrities aren’t the only targets for hackers in search of nude photos and videos. Following a series of iCloud hacks dubbed “The …
This iOS 8 app found a great new way to use the iPhone’s fingerprint scanner
Like Siri, Apple’s Touch ID fingerprint scanner started out as a somewhat basic solution, but it was easy to see that it would end up …
Good news, Apple fans: Apple will livestream next week’s big iPad event
New iPads? Yes. New Macs? Almost certainly. New software? Get ready for Yosemite. New iPods? Precious few people still care at this point, so we’re …
Google’s Nexus 6 release time frame has been confirmed
Google will unveil a Nexus smartphone this month, The Wall Street Journal has learned from three people familiar with the matter, although actual launch details …
