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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The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 could be joined by a surprise extra foldable next year
There could be yet another folding phone format in development for Samsung
By Chris Hall Published
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The Android Show is coming back – and this time it's wearing glasses
Google is going to be introducing us to more from Android, with a focus on XR
By Chris Hall Published
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A genuine Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra upgrade might have been revealed in hidden code
Samsung phones could benefit from an upgrade that fans will love
By Chris Hall Published
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Samsung Galaxy S26 design could be interesting, if this unexpected leak is anything to go by
Samsung's new phones could come with an unexpected hue
By Chris Hall Published
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Google just put the brakes on free Gemini use
Gemini 3 seems to be proving popular – and that might be behind a bunch of new limits
By Chris Hall Published
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Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold gets an exciting update just days from launch
This latest leak could be great news for those eager to get the new Samsung folding phone
By Chris Hall Published
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The biggest Google Maps update in years has started to roll out to Android and iOS
Voice interaction with Google Maps just got a whole lot more advanced
By Chris Hall Published
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Apple CarPlay getting a couple of new features soon – some already have them
This update makes better use of the screen space which drivers will appreciate
By Chris Hall Published
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New Snapdragon hardware to make powerful Android phones cheaper – and one could be just round the corner
This new Snapdragon hardware will be a cheaper route to flagship phones
By Chris Hall Published
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Google's Aluminium OS could spell the end for Chromebooks
Plans for the Android PC are becoming clear and Aluminium OS could play a key role
By Chris Hall Published
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Google beats Spotify Wrapped this year – with YouTube Music Recap available now
It's nearly Christmas, which means every app you use wants to talk the year that was
By Chris Hall Published
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If you're worried about Google's sideloading ban, just check out the restrictions on these Android phones
A glimpse behind the curtain reveals some worrying details about two devices
By Chris Hall Published
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Nothing finally kicks off its big Android 16 rollout – here's what's new
A heap of new features are coming to a Nothing Phone near you
By Chris Hall Published
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Your next Chromebook could be the ultimate gaming machine... for free
Gaming on a Chromebook just got a little better thanks to Nvidia
By Chris Hall Published
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Samsung's XR smart glasses are starting to look like the Meta Ray-Ban rivals we expect
Leaked details of Samsung's smart glasses continue to build up a picture of the next hot Galaxy wearable
By Chris Hall Published
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OnePlus isn't done with new launches yet – plans to follow OnePlus 15 with two devices
There's no let-up in launches with OnePlus planning new releases already
By Chris Hall Published
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Google might have cracked the Google TV remote's biggest problem
Google sees the light with its new TV remote design
By Chris Hall Published
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Android Auto getting Google Maps update EV drivers will especially love
Finding the right charging station for your EV could soon be easier in Android Auto
By Chris Hall Published
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Google unleashes Gemini 3 – here's what it means to you and your phone
Google's AI takes another step forward with a whole range of new functions
By Chris Hall Published
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Google promises more accurate weather predictions across its apps – even on iPhone
Sunnier times are promised for weather predictions as Google turns up the AI dial
By Chris Hall Published
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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra tipped to take photography another step further
This change to the Samsung camera could come with both pros and cons
By Chris Hall Published
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Great news for Fire TV Sticks – Amazon commits to Android for the foreseeable future
Amazon isn't ditching Fire TV OS for its new VegaOS software quite yet
By Chris Hall Published
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Samsung could be planning a major, Apple-inspired redesign for the Galaxy Z Flip 8
Samsung could change the Galaxy Z Flip 8 in reponse to Apple's moves
By Chris Hall Published
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"Experienced" Android phone owners might still be able to sideload unverified apps
Android has some fairly significant changes coming up in 2026
By Chris Hall Published

