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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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
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Apple CarPlay finally coming to Tesla, according to inside information
This huge change could shift the infotainment experience for Tesla drivers
By Chris Hall Published
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Steam Deck 2 can't happen yet because of one simple thing
Waiting for an update to the Steam Deck? You could be waiting a while
By Chris Hall Published
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Your next car could be an HDR car – Harman bringing TV tech into the automobile
Richer visuals are coming to the automotive sector thanks to a familiar name
By Chris Hall Published
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Your next PC could be Android and super-powered by Snapdragon
Code leaks suggest that Snapdragon laptop hardware will support Android
By Chris Hall Published
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Google Pixel owners get a bananas update that is so much better than it sounds
Google shifts the AI dial with new app updates and the latest Pixel Drop
By Chris Hall Published
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Google TV Streamer gets its most significant update to date – here's what's new
This update could change the way you use your Google TV Streamer
By Chris Hall Published
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New Mac mini could bring serious power to your desktop, but when's it launching?
There's an M5-flavoured update heading to the Mac mini, but you might have to wait a bit
By Chris Hall Published
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How do I factory reset my iPhone? Our easy step by step guide
Whether to sell it or to start from fresh, here's how to reset your iPhone
By Chris Hall Published
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Fitbit getting a major Android redesign – and you might even have it already, if you're lucky
There's an uplift coming to Fitbit bringing closer integration to Android
By Chris Hall Published
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For those thinking Samsung Galaxy S26 is switching to new hardware, Qualcomm says think again
This small detail could have a huge impact on the Galaxy S26
By Chris Hall Published

