Chris Hall
News Writer
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.
New Moto Razr leaks in stunning colours just days from launch
We’re days away from the launch of Motorola’s latest folding phones, with the Motorola Razr Plus 2025 and Motorola Razr 2025 expected to be announced on April 24. For those who don’t know, outside the US, these phones are known as the Razr 60 Ultra and the Razr 60. Thanks to a reliable source – […]
Samsung is using AI to predict break down in appliances – but there’s a catch
Samsung is infusing AI into a whole range of products, including its domestic appliances. We’ve previously brought you the news of AI in Samsung washing machines and in its Bespoke AI Jet Ultra – but the company is also using AI to monitor your appliances to predict if there’s about to be a break down. […]
OnePlus’ next phone is a compact powerhouse and it’s launching soon
Following the launch of the OnePlus 13 in January, the next phone that we’re going to see from the popular offshoot of Oppo is the OnePlus 13T. The official launch of this phone has been booked in for April 24, so there’s not long to wait. There’s a slight catch though: the launch is taking […]
Leak suggests iPhone Fold could be more like a folding iPad mini
It has long been speculated that Apple will move into the folding device space some time soon. We’ve previously reported that we could see the iPhone Fold in 2026, but so far very little is known about the device. Some details might have just become a little clearer, however. A reliable leaker has given us […]
Samsung ends support for a pivotal phone that redefined the smartphone segment
Samsung has officially ended support for one of the most important phones in recent history. It’s time to say goodnight to the Samsung Galaxy S20 family as it leaves the official list of phones to be updated. The Samsung Galaxy S20 was a pivotal device, not just for Samsung, but for the rest of the […]
The Samsung One UI 7 rollout has officially started – is your phone included?
Samsung has finally started the rollout of Android 15 and One UI 7 to its existing devices, following the launch of the Galaxy S25 series which debuted the software earlier in the year. Samsung has faced plenty of criticism for the speed at which it hasn’t delivered this update, with Android 15 officially landing on […]
Garmin Vivoactive 6 is slimmer, brighter and adds a long-awaited feature
Garmin has announced the Vivoactive 6, the latest in its line of GPS fitness watches. The highlights on the hardware side include a slimmer design and brighter display, while there’s a new software feature that’s been long awaited too. The Vivoactive 6 launches at $299.99, replacing the Vivoactive 5 which launched for the same price […]
We may have a Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge launch date, and it’s soon
The pending launch of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has been the subject of plenty of speculation, but it now seems that we’ve got a date for the announcement of this phone: April 15, 2025. It comes just 2 months after the launch of the rest of the Samsung Galaxy S25 family, while being teased […]
OnePlus 13T officially confirmed by OnePlus, but it’s a bit of a joke
OnePlus has confirmed that it is preparing the launch the OnePlus 13T, a new compact flagship phone. The new model looks to reintroduce the T line of OnePlus phones, something we haven’t seen since 2022 with the OnePlus 10T. But before we get to the phone, let’s talk about how OnePlus confirmed it, because it […]
The unreleased Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE is already available to buy in one country
If you were waiting for the cheaper version of Samsung’s latest tablet then you could be in luck – because it’s already gone on sale, before Samsung has even announced it. You’ll have to be in The Netherlands to buy it right now, but there’s no clearer sign that this tablet is about to make […]
Hisense supersizes its Samsung Frame TV rival
When Samsung launched The Frame in 2017 there was no telling where this TV range would go. The fact that Hisense launched CanvasTV to rival it suggests that this lifestyle approach to TV has had an impact. Imitation is the greatest form of flattery, they say. The CanvasTV , but now Hisense has announced that […]
OnePlus’ MagSafe battery is slim, light and costs more than you’d expect
OnePlus has launched its own MagSafe battery called the . It has a 5,000mAh capacity and can attach magnetically to the back of phones to provide wireless charging. It also has a USB connector, so it can also be used for wired charging, while it’s an impressive 9mm thick and 120g (4.2oz). OnePlus wrapped it […]
Netflix now streaming in HDR10+, but is your device supported?
Netflix has added a new HDR format to its service, confirming that it’s now . This isn’t just a tick box exercise, it’s a pretty big deal in the world of HDR streaming formats. Up to now, Netflix has streamed in Dolby Vision, while also supporting generic HDR10. Let’s put the HDR10 to one side […]
Samsung expands monitor line with Odyssey 3D, OLED G8 and new ultrawide Odyssey G9
Samsung will happily tell you that it’s the top choice monitor for gamers, thanks in no small part to the performance of the Odyssey line-up. These premium monitors have pushed design, specs and performance, now updatied for 2025 – including a new addition. The Odyssey 3D (G90XF) offers a glasses-free viewing experience, supported by eye-tracking […]
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge specs continue to leak as launch nears
Samsung is preparing to launch another flagship model, the Galaxy S25 Edge. This slim phone was originally teased at the launch of the Galaxy S25 in January, with pointing to an April 16 launch date for the new device. So far we’ve seen a range of specs for the phone, but thanks to a reliable […]
Moto Razr Plus (2025) expected to launch with a big hardware upgrade
Motorola is preparing to launch its 2025 phones and the model most likely to attract your attention is the Razr Plus (2025). Moto’s flagship folding phone has previously leaked, showing us what to – spoiler, it’s not that different to the 2024 model – but there could be some surprises inside the phone. The new […]