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

Apple already has a Beats headache as Bose files suits over noise-cancelling patents

Apple already has a Beats problem as Bose sues over noise-cancelling tech

By Chris Smith published

High-end audio giant Bose has sued Apple's biggest purchase to date. Talk about baggage.

Sony Xperia Z3 papped again following alleged spec list leak

Sony Xperia Z3 papped again following alleged spec list leak

By Chris Smith published

Anyone would think the Xperia Z3 liked the attention as it reportedly appears in more unsanctioned shots

Mac OS X Yosemite Beta now available to download for first million volunteers

Mac OS X Yosemite Beta available to download for first million volunteers

By Chris Smith published

Apple is sending a pre-release version of OS X into the public realm for the first time and enlisting an army of bug-crushers.

Tesco Mobile upgrading PAYG customers to 4G at no extra cost

Tesco Mobile upgrading PAYG customers to 4G at no extra cost

By Chris Smith published

Supermarket sweeps up all of its pre-pay customers and serves up next-gen mobile data speeds on the house.

Xbox One monthly updates to keep the good stuff coming through October

The Xbox One will get better every month for the foreseeable future

By Chris Smith published

Xbox boss Phil Spencer says Microsoft is far from done with honing the console. Monthly updates will continue to flow.

New UK broadband customers rejecting Cameron's porn blocker

By Chris Smith published

The government's controversial adult content filter isn't gaining much traction among new broadband account holders.

eBay RedLaser barcode scanner brings stealth price checking to Google Glass

eBay barcode scanner app brings stealth price checking to Google Glass

By Chris Smith published

Shoppers can now see whether eBay is offering a better deal than physical stores ... without offending the owner.

YouView's five-year future assured as expansion plans begin to take shape

YouView's five-year future assured as expansion plans begin to take shape

By Chris Smith published

The connected catch-up platform retains the support of the major stakeholders as it looks to enhance content and tech team.

BBC Sport for iOS and Android does a little Grandstanding with Chromecast support

BBC Sport app does a little Grandstanding with Chromecast support

By Chris Smith published

BBC Sport apps join the iPlayer at the Chromecast party, allowing live content to be sent directly to the television.

Facebook now allowing you to Save interesting News Feed links for later

Facebook Save feature lets you keep News Feed content for later looking

By Chris Smith published

The new feature will enable Pages, places, links, music, TV shows and movies to be remembered for later perusing.

It's goodbye to Android as Samsung Galaxy Gear Tizen update arrives

It's goodbye to Android as Tizen arrives on the Samsung Galaxy Gear

By Chris Smith published

Updated As promised, Samsung's homecooked Tizen software has displaced Android on the original Galaxy Gear.

This alleged Sony Xperia Ultra sequel looks so unreal it may not actually be real

Alleged Sony Xperia Z Ultra sequel looks amazing, but is it the real deal?

By Chris Smith published

Renders of a purported Sony 'Xperia Z3X' have emerged along with some impressive camera, display and processing specs.

Beeb's tech woes continue as iPlayer, BBC website suffer more outages

Beeb's tech woes continue as iPlayer and BBC website suffer weekend outages

By Chris Smith published

Beeb's on-demand streaming platform and bbc.co.uk homepage not working for all users.

iPhone 6 Sapphire display flunks sandpaper test, isn't scratchproof after all

iPhone 6 sapphire display flunks sandpaper test, isn't scratchproof after all

By Chris Smith published

The purported 4.7-inch display on the iPhone 6 isn't pure sapphire, according to an encounter with sandpaper.

UK pirates to receive educational emails but won't be punished for ignoring them

UK pirates to receive educational emails but won't be punished for ignoring them

By Chris Smith published

After four years of wrangling 'Vcap' emails will be sent out to persistent offenders from 2015

Twitter's Direct Messaging is about to get slightly less maddening on mobile

Twitter's Direct Messaging is about to get slightly less maddening on mobile

By Chris Smith published

Twitter is prepping an update that will allow mobile users to see their entire DM history while deleting will be syncronised

Nokia MixRadio set to go it alone and mix it up with iOS and Android devices

Nokia MixRadio set to go it alone with a remix for iOS and Android devices

By Chris Smith published

Nokia MixRadio is reportedly leaving the Microsoft comfort blanket behind and take a shot at becoming a ubiquitous service.

Xbox One sales may have doubled, but PS4 stays top dog for the sixth month in a row

Xbox One sales may have doubled, but PS4 remains top dog in next-gen war

By Chris Smith published

Microsoft says the Kinect-free Xbox One launch has resulted in twice as many sales, but it's still not enough to topple Sony.

Virgin TV customers will get access to Sky Sports and Movies apps next month

Virgin TV customers will get access to Sky Sports and Movies apps next month

By Chris Smith published

Those subscribing to Sky Sports and Sky Moves through Virgin Media will get the added bonus of access on the go.

Take a flight around Big Ben with Google Maps' stunning 3D model of old London town

Fly around Big Ben with Google Maps' stunning 3D model of old London town

By Chris Smith published

Google Maps has rolled out a pretty tremendous 3D model of London in Google Maps and Google Earth.

Deezer drops fiver a month Premium tier in scrambles to gain ground on Spotify

Deezer at a crossroads as it axes fiver a month Premium streaming tier

By Chris Smith published

Deezer geezers have two choices: Free web plays with ads and caps or £10 for ad-free, unlimited access on web and mobile.

Now Samsung may be preparing to buy its very own 'Internet of Things' startup

Samsung may be plotting an Internet of Things takeover, too

By Chris Smith published

Samsung is reportedly tabling an offer to buy SmartThings, one of the hottest home automation start ups.

Carphone Warehouse set to enter the network business with an assist from Three

Carphone Warehouse may sell own-branded contracts with assist from Three

By Chris Smith published

Carphone Warehouse has been selling contracts for other vendors for years. Now it reportedly wants in on the action.

Yahoo Japan moves into digital undertaking with Endings service

Yahoo Endings lays your digital life to rest after you kick the bucket

By Chris Smith published

Yahoo Japan service pledges to wrap up your mortal online affairs so there's no need to worry in the afterlife.

Triple threat: Apple iWatch rumoured to arrive in three variants

Triple threat: Apple iWatch rumoured to arrive in three variants

By Chris Smith published

Apple plans to launch the iWatch in three varieties according to rumours in the Taiwanese media.

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