Chris Hall
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.
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This simple free Android update makes it safer and easier to sideload apps
An update to Google Play Store gives app installers a bit of help
By Chris Hall Published
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Google Pixel 9a hands-on video leaks – what it reveals about the forthcoming phone
If you’re going to leak a phone, this is the way to do it
By Chris Hall Published
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Forget Tesla, this is the best-looking electric sports car we've ever clapped eyes on
New British car manufacturer Longbow thumbs its nose at Tesla with an impressive EV sports car
By Chris Hall Published
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Your Chromebook will soon gain a neat trick borrowed from Pixel phones
The update will help preserve the health of a Chromebook
By Chris Hall Published
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Android Auto could get a feature upgrade with control over one of your car's main systems
Google to turn the heat up on Android Auto controls
By Chris Hall Published
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OnePlus 14 tipped to be even more like an iPhone than ever before
Rumoured screen shape could prove to be the tipping point
By Chris Hall Published
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New Pixel 9a pics show iPhone 16e has a real fight on its hands
Here's the best look we've had at Google's budget phone so far
By Chris Hall Published
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Google Pixel 10 tipped for a massive upgrade that makes a lot of sense
The next Pixel phone might offer something that's been missing from phones for many years
By Chris Hall Published
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Samsung's foldables get Android 15 (One UI 7) at last, but there's a catch
You might have to wait a bit longer for the full release
By Chris Hall Published
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Google Pixel 9a looks to adopt feature only flagships have offered so far
There's a great new emergency feature coming to an affordable phone near you
By Chris Hall Published
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Infinix Zero concept shows how flip phones can be even more pocket-friendly
Your next folding phone could be even smaller
By Chris Hall Published
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Waze update gives some drivers a welcome surprise
The latest Waze update gives a more integrated look – if your car supports it
By Chris Hall Published
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If you wondered where the Amazon devices were during Amazon's devices launch...
Plans for Amazon's new devices have now been confirmed
By Chris Hall Published
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Nothing Phone (3a) and (3a) will introduce a new button – here's what it does
Will this button be the key to essential new features on the Nothing Phone (3a)?
By Chris Hall Published
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There's an ingenious and cheap way to make sure you never lose your camera
If you're worried about losing your expensive camera, this little device could help
By Chris Hall Published
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Samsung's tri-fold phone revealed in patent find
Samsung's next folding phone could take things in a new direction
By Chris Hall Published
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Android Auto reboot issue seems to have a fairly innocuous explanation
Have you been experiencing Android Auto reboot problems? This is what caused it
By Chris Hall Published
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We could be getting a smaller version of one of the best smartwatches around
This change could widen the appeal of one of the most recent smartwatch launches
By Chris Hall Published
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Motorola Razr 60 Ultra could be nearing launch as flip phone spotted online
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 could have a hot new competitor
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Apple CarPlay getting a free update that some car owners have wanted for years
The next iOS update will bring some welcome layout changes
By Chris Hall Published
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Oppo's Find N5 specs leak and they're that good, it's no wonder OnePlus ditched its next foldable
There's no shortage of excitement about the Oppo Find N5 after this leak
By Chris Hall Published
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Nothing confirms key Phone (3a) detail – it's much more powerful than predecessor
One important detail about the Nothing Phone (3a) has been revealed
By Chris Hall Published
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Apple CarPlay gets a great free update for Waze users
One of the best navigation apps has been tweaked for Apple users
By Chris Hall Published
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Qualcomm's new phone chip should make high-end gaming and AI much more affordable
There's new Gen 4 hardware from Qualcomm that'll open up skills on cheaper phones
By Chris Hall Published