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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Google Pixel 10a specs leak – just curb your excitement a touch
Google's next affordable phone gets a full reveal, early
By Chris Hall Published
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I'm a TV reviewer and this what I love and hate about Filmmaker Mode
You don't have to watch "as the director intended" if you don't want to
By Chris Hall Published
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Netflix finally puts a date on the Peaky Blinders movie for cinema and home viewing
By order of the Peaky Blinders
By Chris Hall Published
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Latest Samsung Galaxy S26 leak could mean parity with Apple at last
There's something big coming for Samsung phones and I can't wait
By Chris Hall Published
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Ring doorbells get a major new update – although some might not welcome it with open arms
But it matches the best feature of Nest doorbells
By Chris Hall Published
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Honor Magic 8 Lite is built to last forever, but one question remains
This phone's spec sheet is heavily laden, but an essential detail is missing
By Chris Hall Published
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Apple and Google working together on Android-iPhone switching upgrade
Moving from iPhone to the latest Pixel and vice versa could be easier in the future
By Chris Hall Published
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Apple AirTag could be getting an even better Android rival soon
This new Bluetooth tracker will reportedly add to Android's Find My Device ecosystem
By Chris Hall Published
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New Android phones could have a pro-grade camera lens
Samsung is behind some innovative lenses coming to a phone near you
By Chris Hall Published
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OnePlus officially confirms a massive battery upgrade for its next handset
Smartphone batteries are about to go stratospheric
By Chris Hall Published
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Samsung Galaxy S26 looks more likely to snag a charging upgrade
Samsung could pull Qi2.2 charging into the Android mainstream
By Chris Hall Published
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Your older Google Pixel phone just got a neat free recording upgrade
Update adds new feature to older Pixel phones – and it's a lot of fun
By Chris Hall Published
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Samsung loses a big AI exclusive and Pixel owners stand to benefit most
The change to this AI feature will be welcomed by Pixel fans
By Chris Hall Published
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Google Photos bringing you a legal way to touch up people in public
The facial you want in a flash, with just a few button presses
By Chris Hall Published
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YouTube's latest feature could have you rethinking your life choices
Just how much time do you spend watching cat videos?
By Chris Hall Published
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Get ready for all-new TV tech talk in 2026, with Sony making the first move
As 2025 comes to an end, TV brands are preparing for what comes next
By Chris Hall Published
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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

