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

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.

Google to host UK's first ever live ad break to push Play Music store
Google to host UK's first ever live ad break to push Play Music store

By Chris Smith Published

BLIP Camden Roundhouse gig will be live streamed during the commercial break of Alan Carr chat show on Friday night.

TV retunes ahoy as Ofcom announces plans to turn Freeview spectrum over to 4G
TV retunes ahoy as Ofcom announces plans to turn Freeview spectrum over to 4G

By Chris Smith Published

Ofcom wants to open up the 700MHz spectrum to 4G mobile broadband, where digital terrestrial TV currently sits.

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.

World Cup boost for Windows Phone fans as ITV Player lands in time for Rio
World Cup boost for Windows Phone fans as ITV Player lands in time for Rio

By Chris Smith Published

Lumia owners will be able to live stream action from BBC and now ITV as catch up hits Microsoft's platform.

Are Netflix, Amazon and Apple a big threat to Channel 4? Ofcom wants to find out
Are Netflix, Amazon and Apple a threat to Channel 4? Ofcom wants to find out

By Chris Smith Published

An Ofcom review into public service broadcasting will assess the impact of 'global media companies and online providers.'

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.

Was Apple really 'outraged' by Dr. Dre's Beats billionaire brag?
Was Apple really 'enraged' by Dr. Dre's Beats billionaire brag?

By Chris Smith Published

Expletive-laden video post could just be one of the reasons the Apple/Beats deal is yet to be rubber stamped.

Samsung is reportedly working on a new Tizen-quipped watchphone
Samsung reportedly has a call-making, standalone smartwatch simmering

By Chris Smith Published

A watch that makes calls independently of a smartphone isn't at the top of most consumer's wish list. However...

Report: Surface Mini may still arrive when Microsoft launches Office touch
Yet another reason the Surface Mini was reportedly delayed

By Chris Smith Published

Microsoft supposed shelved the Surface Mini from the Surface Pro 3 launch. Is the lack of touch-friendly Office to blame?

Vodafone follows EE into cheap 4G tablets with new 8-inch Smart Tab 4
Vodafone Smart Tab 4 goes head to head with EE's budget slate

By Chris Smith Published

Just a day after EE launched the 8-inch Eagle, Vodafone has revealed its 4th generation own-brand slate, the Smart Tab 4.

Apple addresses iMessage pergatory problem, but fix could be a while away
Apple addresses iMessage bug but proper fix could be a while

By Chris Smith Published

A problem with iMessage means texts aren't reaching users who have defected from iPhone to rival operating systems.

Nest recalls Protect smoke alarms over fears it may not actually protect that well"
Nest Protect smoke alarm not formally recalled as software update goes out

By Chris Smith Published

Updated Confusion reigns as a consumer group claims Nest has recalled its Protect smoke alarm.

As UK rural superfast rollout stalls, EE 4G hits 2,588 small towns and villages
As UK rural broadband rollout drags on, EE 4G hits 2,588 small towns and villages

By Chris Smith Published

BT has announced its 4G infrastructure has been upgraded opening up 4G speeds to upto 3m more Brits.

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