Chris Smith

Chris Smith

A technology journalist, writer and videographer of many magazines and websites including T3, Gadget Magazine and TechRadar.com. He specializes in applications for smartphones, tablets and handheld devices, with bylines also at The Guardian, WIRED, Trusted Reviews and Wareable. Chris is also the podcast host for The Liverpool Way. As well as tech and football, Chris is a pop-punk fan and enjoys the art of wrasslin'.

Articles by: Chris Smith

iOS 8 split-screen multi-tasking does exist, it's just hiding within the code right now
iOS 8 split-screen multi-tasking exists, it's just hiding in the code right now

By Chris Smith Published

The eagerly anticipated feature was not detailed during WWDC, but is lurking beneath the surface (and the Surface).

Facebook's attempt to 'Slingshot' over Snapchat arrives in some markets
Facebook's attempt to 'Slingshot' over Snapchat briefly appears on App Store

By Chris Smith Published

UPDATED Early version of Facebook 'Slingshot' app was launched and promptly pulled from the App Store on Monday.

Purported iPhone 6 casing shows slimmer, rounded design and a little extra glow
Purported iPhone 6 casing is slimmer and may hint at a little extra glow

By Chris Smith Published

It's that time of year when alleged iPhone components start showing up everywhere. This time it's the rear casing.

Elon Musk may give away Tesla secrets to boost electric car industry
Elon Musk may give away Tesla secrets to boost electric car industry

By Chris Smith Published

The real life Tony Stark has hinted he'll free up Telsa's patent war chest in order to help others crack the electric code.

Upcoming 'Nearby' feature for Android will allow devices to listen for each other
Upcoming 'Nearby' feature for Android will allow devices to listen for each other

By Chris Smith Published

Feature would allow for Android phones to automatically connect with other devices, shopping beacons and more

Google reportedly in the mood for music streaming app Songza
Google reportedly in the mood for music streaming app Songza

By Chris Smith Published

Following Apple's acquisition of Beats, Google may be after a streaming service in the form of Songza.

Big Data: Why you should be excited rather than afraid
Big Data deconstructed: how it's keeping us fit and entertained

By Chris Smith Published

In depth Away from the government snooping scandals and corporate obsessions, Big Data is exponentially enriching our digital lives.

iOS 8 will scan your credit card and make online shopping even quicker
iOS 8 can scan your credit card using the camera

By Chris Smith Published

A new feature in Safari will make filling out payment forms line-by-line a thing of the past.

'McLaren' in pole position to be Microsoft's next Windows Phone flagship?
'McLaren' in pole position to be next Windows Phone flagship?

By Chris Smith Published

Microsoft is lining up its next superphone and the reported codename suggests it'll have plenty of horsepower.

Google potentially drops a Nexus 6 hint on Android twitter account
Here's a possible peek at the Nexus 6, courtesy of the Android Twitter account

By Chris Smith Published

An unknown device has appeared within a promotional tweet on Google's official Android tweeters.

Amazon's smartphone likely to launch at June 18 media event
Amazon smartphone should finally show its face June 18

By Chris Smith Published

Amazon releases teaser video with people ooing and ahhing at something. It's gotta be that rumoured 3D phone, hasn't it?

From the kitchen to your living room
Samsung's Tizen TVs could be here sooner than you think

By Chris Smith Published

After showing off an early version of the Tizen TV interface, Samsung revealed sets with the OS are right around the corner.

Microsoft to use Android fans as guinea pigs for Office touch?
Touchy Office for Android tipped to arrive before Windows version

By Chris Smith Published

With Office for iPad already out, Microsoft may want to continue capitalizing on its competitors before turning to its flock.

Apple's iOS 8 to offer location-based access to apps from lock screen
The iOS 8 lock screen is a portal to location-based apps

By Chris Smith Published

Developers testing iOS 8 beta have spotted a feature that'll allow users to access relevant apps depending on their location.

Google to open up Android voice search for an eyes-free driving experience?
Google to open up Android voice search for an eyes-free driving experience

By Chris Smith Published

Google wants to introduce an 'Android Eyes Free' search interface to help users keep their attention on the road, not their phones.

Samsung confirms Tizen-based Smart TVs, SDK coming in July
Samsung confirms Tizen-based Smart TVs with SDK coming in July

By Chris Smith Published

Samsung is throwing its Tizen OS onto another platform and is launching a tool for developers to get involved

Android TV set to land at Google I/O with focus on content rather than apps
Android TV set to land at Google I/O with focus on content rather than apps

By Chris Smith Published

Here we go again! Google looks ready to take another stab at conquering your home television set with Android TV.

iOS 8 split screen is apparently coming, but won't be ready for WWDC showcase
iOS 8 split screen is apparently coming, but not in time for WWDC

By Chris Smith Published

Surface-like split screen multi-tasking is not ready for prime time, says a reporter's tweet.

Microsoft may be working on iOS and Android friendly smartwatch with Kinect skills"
Microsoft has reportedly built an iOS and Android-friendly watch with Kinect skills

By Chris Smith Published

Microsoft may have a wearable up its sleeve, one that could arrive this summer.

A Netflix-branded device? Don't be silly, says boss, we're already on 1,000!
A Netflix-branded device? Don't be silly, says CEO

By Chris Smith Published

Netflix's Reed Hastings says the firm has no plans to follow Amazon into hardware because, hey, it's already on everything.

Uber wants to 'get rid of the dude in the car' with driverless taxi service
Uber wants to 'get rid of the dude in the car' with driverless taxi service

By Chris Smith Published

The cost of taking a ride with Uber could fall if there's no driver to pay, says the company's CEO.

Microsoft demos 'near real-time' language translation for Skype voice calls
Microsoft demos 'near real-time' language translation for Skype voice calls

By Chris Smith Published

By the end of 2014, Skype will roll out a new feature that'll make communicating in two languages easier than ever.

Spotify advises Android app update after single user's data compromised in breach
Spotify recommends Android app update after single user's data snagged

By Chris Smith Published

A recent security breach has Spotify urging users to upgrade to the latest version of its Android app.

Twitter testing video suggestions based on hashtags
Hashtags get a new role as Twitter tests video clip suggestions

By Chris Smith Published

Soon, when composing tweets, Twitter users may be able to add videos via hashtags.

Apple requests another Samsung patent retrial
Apple requests Samsung patent retrial over claim for billions, not millions

By Chris Smith Published

Patent wars winding down? Not if Apple has its way.

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