Chris has been writing about consumer tech for over 15 years. Formerly the Editor-in-Chief of Pocket-lint, he's covered just about every product launched, witnessed the birth of Android, the evolution of 5G, and the drive towards electric cars. You name it and Chris has written about it, driven it or reviewed it. Now working as a freelance technology expert, Chris' experience sees him covering all aspects of smartphones, smart homes and anything else connected. Chris has been published in titles as diverse as Computer Active and Autocar, and regularly appears on BBC News, BBC Radio, Sky, Monocle and Times Radio. He was once even on The Apprentice... but we don't talk about that.
Latest articles by Chris Hall
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Apple CarPlay Ultra finally set to appear in a more affordable car this year – but which one?
Thought Apple's next-gen CarPlay had gone missing? Think again
By Chris Hall Published
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Samsung Galaxy S26, S26+ and S26 Ultra exposed – huge leak reveals images and specs ahead of launch
There's little left to learn about the new devices, but a few weeks left until Unpacked
By Chris Hall Published
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Your Fire TV Stick just lost its most abused feature – Amazon's anti-piracy crackdown continues
The crusade against dodgy Fire TV Sticks rolls on
By Chris Hall Last updated
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New Google TV update rolling out – makes free TV shows and movies easier to find
Check your Google TV devices, because they might look different
By Chris Hall Published
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Leaked Samsung Galaxy S26 prices might surprise – the Ultra becomes more affordable, but standard S26 goes up
The true costs of component price rises are becoming apparent
By Chris Hall Published
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Windows may have ditched Android apps, but now it wants to sync with them
Windows wants to play nice with apps on other platforms
By Chris Hall Published
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Now another phone maker wants to copy the iPhone Fold – before it's even launched
The iPhone Fold is reshaping folding phones and we haven't even seen it yet
By Chris Hall Published
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Samsung confirms Galaxy S26 Ultra's biggest new feature – the new privacy display layer
The official teases have started for Samsung's next Galaxy phones
By Chris Hall Published
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A new Nothing phone could be just weeks away – according to online certification
Nothing could be preparing its next phone for launch soon
By Chris Hall Published
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Not all car makers are ditching CarPlay – "Whatever your digital ecosystem is as a customer, you make your choices," says Volvo boss
Have it your way, says Volvo
By Chris Hall Published
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Honor Magic 8 Lite review: Budget battery life king?
Honor's cheaper Magic 8 phone gets a huge battery
By Chris Hall Published
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Samsung is placing big bets on its iPhone Fold rival
The foldable phone looks set to go toe-to-toe with Apple's debut
By Chris Hall Published
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Samsung just launched a new flip phone – but you can't buy it
You have to be pretty special to get this special edition
By Chris Hall Published
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Your MacBook could lose Google Chrome support soon – but there's an easy fix
Check your settings to avoid losing access to the Google browser
By Chris Hall Published
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Apple could reveal new Gemini-powered Siri in "less than a month" – iPhone updates could even arrive soon
It's full steam ahead for Siri and Gemini
By Chris Hall Published
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Samsung Galaxy S26 reportedly getting a 'Google Pixel exclusive' feature – and it could save you from getting scammed
It looks like this Pixel exclusive is spreading its wings
By Chris Hall Published
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Play spot the difference with this Google Pixel 10a leak – has anything actually been upgraded?
Google isn't likely to ring many changes with its latest mid-range phone
By Chris Hall Published
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Waze getting a packed feature update for in-car navigation – is it time to switch back from Google and Apple Maps?
There's a big push coming for Waze to make the driving experience better
By Chris Hall Published
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Hisense U8Q review: Brightness brilliance
How does Hisense's high-end Mini-LED TV stack up?
By Chris Hall Published
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Your TCL TV is about to get its biggest update yet – here's what's coming
It's time to check your settings
By Chris Hall Published
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The Siri you know could change forever – Apple plans to make it more like ChatGPT, says expert
Siri could be a lot more like Gemini on your next iPhone
By Chris Hall Published
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Yet another Samsung Galaxy S26 release date leak surely cements Unpacked launch plans
The only thing missing is the official invite from Samsung
By Chris Hall Published
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Samsung confirms Galaxy S26 Ultra 'Privacy Display', but it probably wishes it hadn't
Company leaks its own technology early – more than a month before the next Unpacked
By Chris Hall Published
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Samsung Galaxy S26 hardware revealed early – here's a glimpse of an essential add-on for the new phones
A new Galaxy S26 feature should open the door to new accessories
By Chris Hall Published

