Malicious Google Play Apps Stole User Banking Info

Using tricks to sidestep the app store's restrictions, malware operators pillaged passwords, keystrokes, and other data.

source https://www.wired.com/story/malicious-google-play-apps-stole-banking-info

253 Last-Chance Cyber Monday Deals You Can Still Get Now

These discounts are the last ones standing—for the moment.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-cyber-monday-deals-still-available-2021

The Escapist Fantasy of NFT Games Is Capitalism

In blockchain-based video games like Axie Infinity, wealthier players are becoming bosses in a flourishing international labor market.

source https://www.wired.com/story/escapist-fantasy-of-nft-games-is-capitalism

Get More From Your Multicooker With These 5 Cookbooks

If you’ve got an Instant Pot (or something like it), let these books guide you toward some exciting new flavors.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-multicooker-cookbooks

The Watch That Made Everything Now

When the Pulsar debuted in 1972, the first digital watch offered a new concept of time—and foreshadowed our fraught relationship with instantaneity.

source https://www.wired.com/story/pulsar-digital-watch-design-time-history

Think Climate Change Is Messy? Wait Until Geoengineering

Someone's bound to hack the atmosphere to cool the planet. So we urgently need more research on the consequences, says climate scientist Kate Ricke.

source https://www.wired.com/story/think-climate-change-is-messy-wait-until-geoengineering

An AI Finds Superbug-Killing Potential in Human Proteins

A team scoured the human proteome for antimicrobial molecules and found thousands, plus a surprise about how animals evolved to fight infections.

source https://www.wired.com/story/an-ai-finds-superbug-killing-potential-in-human-proteins

Europe Went Bananas for Gorillas. Then Its Workers Rose Up

The delivery app raced to a $1 billion valuation, promising to transform a problem-prone industry. Striking riders say it’s no different from its peers.

source https://www.wired.com/story/gorillas-gig-economy-unions-germany

Online Gaming Is the New Therapist’s Office

Plenty of us play to let off steam, but online multiplayer and single-player gaming can be healing in the hands of mental health professionals.

source https://www.wired.com/story/online-gaming-is-the-new-therapists-office

The Best Cyber Monday Deals on PC Components

You can get (nearly) everything you need to build your work station or gaming rig today.

source https://www.wired.com/story/cyber-monday-pc-components-2021

A Hacking Spree Against Iran Spills Out Into the Real World

Hackers have targeted the country's trains, gas stations, and airline infrastructure, as cyber conflict with Israel continues to escalate.

source https://www.wired.com/story/hacking-iran-critical-infrastructure-israel

12 Cyber Monday Deals the WIRED Gear Team Snapped Up

From hoodies to vacuums, we did some shopping of our own. (We are gearheads, after all.)

source https://www.wired.com/story/cyber-monday-deals-wired-team-bought-2021

Jack Dorsey Was the Soul of Twitter

The quirky CEO announced his departure on Monday. His record at the company is mixed, but his impact is undeniable.

source https://www.wired.com/story/jack-dorsey-was-the-soul-of-twitter

Tamarya Sims Is on a Quest for Land

Sims is in the vanguard of young land stewards who embrace farming not just as a means of production, but to cultivate sustainable relationships with the natural world.

source https://www.wired.com/story/tamarya-sims-is-on-quest-for-land

Thinking of Sending That Quick 'Love You' Text? Just Do It

Even one message can mean a lot to your family and friends.

source https://www.wired.com/story/send-that-quick-love-you-text-just-do-it

My Music App Knows Me Way Too Well. Am I Stuck in a Groove?

WIRED’s spiritual advice columnist on predictability, freedom—and the duality of rebellion.

source https://www.wired.com/story/cloud-support-music-apps-predictability

What Is Web3, Anyway?

Gavin Wood, who coined the term Web3 in 2014, believes decentralized technologies are the only hope of preserving liberal democracy.

source https://www.wired.com/story/web3-gavin-wood-interview

Meet the Cyberpunk Albatrosses Scanning for Secret Explosions

Acoustic waves can detect all kinds of explosions and volcanic activity, but it’s hard to place sensors at sea—unless you’ve got a bird with a backpack.

source https://www.wired.com/story/cyberpunk-albatrosses-secret-explosions

Frances Haugen Still Thinks People Should Work at Meta

The face behind the Facebook papers tells how she became Mark Zuckerberg’s nightmare—and thinks people can still make a positive impact at the company.

source https://www.wired.com/story/facebook-whistleblower-frances-haugen-interview

Online Courses That Are Actually Worth Taking

Here’s how to navigate the avalanche of web learning—and find classes that can help with your work and life.

source https://www.wired.com/story/online-courses-worth-taking

The Best Cyber Monday Deals on Fitness and Outdoor Gear

Gear up for next year's adventures or plunge into a winter wonderland with these deals on ebikes, outdoor clothing, and fitness trackers.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-cyber-monday-fitness-deals-outdoors-2021

38 Relaxing Cyber Monday Beauty and Self-Care Deals

Can your home use some calming vibes? Is your frizzy hair desperate for some love? We found the best deals to glam up or chill out.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-cyber-monday-beauty-deals-self-care-2021

The Best Cyber Monday Vacuuming and Cleaning Deals

The humble vacuum is a staple in every home. These are our favorite picks from iRobot, Roborock, and more.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-cyber-monday-vacuum-deals-2021

44 Best Cyber Monday Deals on Phones, Tablets, and Smartwatches

Come for the discounts on Google Pixels, Fire HD tablets, Apple Watches, iPhone 13 cases, and wireless chargers. Stay for that shiny "Add to cart" feeling.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-cyber-monday-phone-deals-table-watch-2021

The 53 Best Cyber Monday Deals for $50 or Less

Treat yourself or someone else to WIRED-recommended deals that won't break the bank.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-cyber-monday-deals-under-50-2021

The Best Cyber Monday Deals for Your Kitchen

Need a stand mixer, thermometer, or professional-grade blender? Now is the time to restock your culinary tools.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-cyber-monday-kitchen-deals-2021

21 Best Cyber Monday Deals on Amazon Devices

Snag any Amazon gadgets on your wish list with discounts on Echo speakers, Fire tablets, and Kindles.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-cyber-monday-amazon-device-deals-2021

The Absolute Best Cyber Monday Deals Online Right Now

These are the very best discounts we've found at all the major tech retailers. There's a stellar pick here for everyone.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-cyber-monday-deals-2021

Jam Out To the Best Cyber Monday Headphone and Speaker Deals

From smart assistants to portable Bluetooth companions, upgrade the sound in your life with these great audio discounts.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-cyber-monday-headphone-deals-speakers-2021

The Best Cyber Monday TV and Soundbar Deals

From gorgeous flatscreens to earth-shaking surround sound, here are the best discounts to upgrade your home theater.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-cyber-monday-tv-deals-2021

All the Cyber Monday Deals on Subscription Services

Keep your belly full, your kids busy, and your digital life secure with these Black Friday deals on subscription services.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-cyber-monday-subscription-deals-2021

24 Best Cyber Monday Deals on Coffee Makers and Gear

Coffee gear can be expensive, but we've found quite a few great deals on brewing supplies and accessories.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-cyber-monday-coffee-deals-2021

The Best Cyber Monday Deals on Laptops and Home Office Gear

We scoured the web to find the best discounts on notebooks, Chromebooks, external monitors, keyboards, and other peripherals.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-cyber-monday-laptop-deals-2021

15 Best Cyber Monday Deals on Google Devices We Like

Our favorite Pixel phone is $50 off, plus there are discounts on Nest security cameras and smart speakers.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-cyber-monday-google-device-deals-2021

40 Best Cyber Monday Deals on Smart Home Gear and Furniture

Revamp an office or refresh a living room with discounted security cameras, smart displays, and more.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-cyber-monday-home-furniture-deals-2021

The 15 Best Cyber Monday Pet Gear and Accessory Deals

It's a good time to spoil your cats, dogs, reptiles, or hamsters with discounts on some of our favorite products.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-cyber-monday-pet-deals-2021

The 46 Best Cyber Monday Deals at Best Buy

The retailer's holiday sale event is in full swing, with discounts on smart speakers, watches, headphones, laptops, and more.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-best-buy-cyber-monday-deals-2021

69 Best Cyber Monday Video Game and Accessory Deals

We found some great gear and games on sale for PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, VR, and PC.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-cyber-monday-video-game-deals-2021

Best Cyber Monday Deals on Sex Toys, Vibrators, and Lubes

The weather outside is frightful, so spend some time in bed this holiday season with some of our favorite sex toys.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-cyber-monday-sex-toy-deals-2021

Our Favorite Mattress Deals for Cyber Monday

Trouble sleeping? A bunch of our favorite WIRED-Reviewed hybrid, organic, and foam mattresses are on sale right now.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-cyber-monday-mattress-deals-2021

All of Our Favorite Couches are on Sale for Cyber Monday

They're comfy, cheaper than usual, and will ship right to your door.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-cyber-monday-couch-deals-2021

What Is a Watering Hole Attack?

It's a technique that can hit thousands of victims—through no fault of their own.

source https://www.wired.com/story/what-is-a-watering-hole-attack-hacking

Looking for Alien Life? Seek Out Alien Tech

Shifting the search for extraterrestrial life from biological to technological signs could break us out of anthropocentrism and help guide humanity's future.

source https://www.wired.com/story/aliens-technosignature-biosignature-anthropomorphism-humanity

7 Tips to Improve Battery Life on Windows 11

Some very simple settings can help you get more juice between charges on that new (or upgraded) laptop.

source https://www.wired.com/story/7-tips-improve-battery-life-windows-11

Your Brain Is an Energy-Efficient 'Prediction Machine'

Results from neural networks support the idea that brains use predictions to create perceptions—and that they work that way to conserve power.

source https://www.wired.com/story/your-brain-is-an-energy-efficient-prediction-machine

What to Know Before You Take a Job in a Hybrid Workplace

Here's now to sniff out good company culture while you're interviewing—and what to do once you've landed the gig.

source https://www.wired.com/story/what-to-know-new-job-hybrid-workplace-remote-work

The Android 12 Privacy Settings You Should Update Now

Google's new mobile operating system is finally rolling out to more phones. Here's what you need to tweak.

source https://www.wired.com/story/android-12-privacy-settings-updates

20 Best Early Cyber Monday Deals on Cameras and Gear

A full-frame mirrorless Nikon for less than $1,000? A Moment phone lens for $50? These discounts are a photo enthusiast's dream.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-cyber-monday-camera-photography-video-deals-2021

Curb Your Food Tech Enthusiasm

Innovation might help us create a low-carbon food system, but that's not the same thing as a sustainable or ethical one.

source https://www.wired.com/story/future-of-food-tech

The Pentagon Set Up a UFO Office

Plus: An Apple lawsuit, a GoDaddy breach, and more of the week's top security news.

source https://www.wired.com/story/defense-department-ufo-office-apple-nso-godaddy-security-news

Hints of New Life in the Shadows of Venezuela's Last Glacier

When ice goes, lichens and mosses move in and an entirely new ecosystem starts to take shape.

source https://www.wired.com/story/hints-of-new-life-in-the-shadows-of-venezuelas-last-glacier

Our Favorite Local Shops for Small Business Saturday

Today—and every day—support stores in your community. Here are our hometown favorites we think you'll like, too.

source https://www.wired.com/story/small-business-saturday-2021

Not Every Character Needs an Origin Story

From 'Home Sweet Home Alone' to 'Cruella,' prequels and reboots increasingly rely on cheap and clichéd explanations for villains.

source https://www.wired.com/story/prequels-film-origin-story

Playing Games Has Helped Humans Learn—and Survive

The purpose of play runs deeper than fun and social connection. It might even help kids practice for real-world dangers.

source https://www.wired.com/story/games-play-evolution-social-connection

Why Do DVDs Still Exist?

Some people still buy them—though not necessarily who you’d think.

source https://www.wired.com/story/why-do-dvds-exist

The 18 Best Pet Gear and Accessory Deals

It's a good time to spoil your cats, dogs, reptiles, or hamsters with deals on some of our favorite products.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-black-friday-pet-deals-2021

All of Our Favorite Couches are on Sale for Black Friday

They're comfy, cheaper than usual, and will ship right to your door.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-black-friday-couch-deals-2021

All the Black Friday Deals on Subscription Services

Keep your belly full, your kids busy, and your digital life secure with these Black Friday deals on subscription services.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-black-friday-subscription-deals-2021

Howard the Duck Is Even Worse than You Remember

Watching the 1986 movie now, it's easy to see why it bombed.

source https://www.wired.com/2021/11/geeks-guide-howard-the-duck

Will Nathan Drake Make This Jump in the Uncharted Trailer?

Leaping into an airborne cargo plane might not be impossible, but the numbers have to work out just right.

source https://www.wired.com/story/will-nathan-drake-make-this-jump-in-the-uncharted-trailer

15 Best Black Friday Deals on Google Devices We Like

Our favorite Pixel phone is $50 off, plus there are discounts on Nest security cameras and smart speakers.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-black-friday-google-device-deals-2021-1

21 Best Black Friday Deals on Amazon Devices

Snag any Amazon gadgets on your wish list with discounts on Echo speakers, Fire tablets, and Kindles.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-black-friday-amazon-device-deals-2021-1

Why Is It So Hard to Believe In Other People’s Pain?

People—and groups—who are suffering are often dismissed. Scarry’s axiom might help us understand why.

source https://www.wired.com/story/pain-belief-and-the-consequences-of-scarrys-axiom

The Watch World Is Finally Being Forced to Embrace Ecommerce

Digital retail came into its own during lockdown, yet amazingly some watch brands still haven’t committed to online sales. Now time is running out.

source https://www.wired.com/story/watch-world-forced-embrace-ecommerce

Robots Won’t Close the Warehouse Worker Gap Anytime Soon

Even Amazon’s new AI-powered machines aren’t nearly capable enough to handle the most important fulfillment tasks.

source https://www.wired.com/story/amazon-warehouse-robots-worker-shortage

Are Instagram’s Aesthetic Moms Hindering Kids’ Development?

Taupe and cream nurseries are in vogue right now. They’re beautifully beige, but some worry they might be bad for babies.

source https://www.wired.com/story/instagram-aesthetic-moms-kids-development

WIRED's Picks for the 7 Books You Need to Read This Winter

Now is the perfect time to curl up with a good read. From pop culture histories to time-traveling immortals, here are some of our favorites.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/7-books-winter-reading-list-2021

32 Relaxing Black Friday Beauty and Self-Care Deals

Can your home use some calming vibes? Is your frizzy hair desperate for some love? We found the best deals to glam up or chill out.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-black-friday-beauty-deals-self-care-2021

The Best Black Friday Vacuuming and Cleaning Deals

The humble vacuum is a staple in every home. These are our favorite picks from iRobot, Roborock, and more.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-black-friday-vacuum-deals-2021

25 Best Black Friday Deals on Phones, Tablets, and Smartwatches

Come for the discounts on Google Pixels, Fire HD tablets, Apple Watches, iPhone 13 cases, and wireless chargers. Stay for that shiny "Add to cart" feeling.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-black-friday-phone-deals-tablet-watch-2021

The Best Black Friday Deals on STEM Toys for Kids

These games and services can help your little ones explore science, technology, engineering, math, or the arts. They won't even know they're learning.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-black-friday-toy-deals-2021

The 33 Best Black Friday Deals at Target Today

It's your mom's favorite place on earth, and there's a lot of stuff on sale. From headphones to security cams, these are our favorite picks.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-target-black-friday-deals-2021

The 43 Best Black Friday Deals at Amazon This Year

We’ve found great deals on a ton of gear we like, from smartphones to soundbars.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-amazon-black-friday-deals-2021

The 32 Best Black Friday Deals for $50 or Less

Treat yourself or someone else to WIRED-recommended deals that won't break the bank.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-black-friday-deals-under-50-2021

The Absolute Best Black Friday Deals Online Right Now

These are the very best discounts we've found at all the major tech retailers. There's a stellar pick here for everyone.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-black-friday-deals-2021

Jam Out With the Best Black Friday Headphone and Speaker Deals

From smart assistants to portable Bluetooth companions, upgrade the sound in your life with these great audio discounts.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-black-friday-headphone-deals-speakers-2021

The Best Black Friday TV and Soundbar Deals

From gorgeous flatscreens to earth-shaking surround sound, here are the best discounts to upgrade your home theater.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-black-friday-tv-deals-2021

24 Best Black Friday Deals on Smart Home Gear and Furniture

Revamp an office or refresh a living room with discounted LED bulbs, smart displays, and more.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-black-friday-home-furniture-deals-2021

Our Favorite Smartwatches Do Much More Than Just Tell Time

These little wearables reduce your reliance on a phone while keeping you connected.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-smartwatches

The 15 Best Holiday Movies to Stream This Season

Need help navigating all the services to find something good? Here's what to watch to pass the time—and get into the spirit.

source https://www.wired.com/story/holiday-movie-streaming-guide

The 15 Best Black Friday Deals on Coffee and Espresso Gear

Coffee gear can be expensive, but we've found quite a few great Black Friday deals on brewing supplies and accessories.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-black-friday-coffee-deals-2021

The UK Government Wants to Sequence Your Baby’s Genome

Genomics England plans to test out a program that will offer whole genome sequencing to newborns—opening up a Pandora’s box of ethical concerns.

source https://www.wired.com/story/whole-genome-sequencing-newborn-screening

How Early Warning Systems Help Us Deal With Extreme Weather

As climate-related disasters increase, projects are being put in place to alert local communities to impending danger.

source https://www.wired.com/story/early-warning-extreme-weather

The Best Black Friday Deals on Laptops and Home Office Gear

We scoured the web to find the best discounts on notebooks, Chromebooks, external monitors, keyboards, and other peripherals.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-black-friday-laptop-deals-2021

What Is the Metaverse, Exactly?

Everything you never wanted to know about the future of talking about the future.

source https://www.wired.com/story/what-is-the-metaverse

The Real-Life Quest to Cook All 74 Stardew Valley Recipes

Meet the TikTok creator who’s re-creating all of the in-game recipes and dishes from this cozy RPG sim.

source https://www.wired.com/story/stardew-valley-cooking-recipes

The Best Black Friday Deals for Your Kitchen

Need a cast-iron skillet, thermometer, or professional-grade blender? Now is the time to restock your culinary tools.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-black-friday-kitchen-deals-2021

32 Best Black Friday Video Game and Accessory Deals

We found some great gear and games on sale for PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, VR, and PC.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-black-friday-video-game-deals-2021

The Best Black Friday Deals for Your Kitchen

Need a cast-iron skillet, thermometer, or professional-grade blender? Now is the time to restock your culinary tools.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-black-friday-kitchen-deals-2021

32 Best Black Friday Video Game and Accessory Deals

We found some great gear and games on sale for PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, VR, and PC.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-black-friday-video-game-deals-2021

How to Pick the Right Roku for Your TV

The company has a dizzying array of streaming sticks, boxes, and soundbars to choose from, but don’t worry—these are the ones to buy.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/how-to-pick-the-right-roku

Now Isn’t the Time to Give Users Control of Their Data

Until the collection of data is regulated, having power over your own information is more of a nightmarish responsibility than an appealing right.

source https://www.wired.com/story/dont-give-users-control-over-data

Apps to Help Manage Meals for Different Dietary Needs

Cooking and dining out don't have to be difficult, whether your children have allergies or guests have food restrictions.

source https://www.wired.com/story/apps-manage-meals-different-dietary-needs

The Best Black Friday Deals on Fitness and Outdoor Gear

Gear up for next year's adventures or plunge into a winter wonderland with these deals on ebikes, outdoor clothing, and fitness trackers.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-black-friday-fitness-deals-outdoors-2021

To Help People With Long Covid, Scientists Need to Define It

Patients with the perplexing syndrome have reported 200 different symptoms. Researchers will have to decide which to study—and rule out.

source https://www.wired.com/story/to-help-people-with-long-covid-scientists-need-to-define-it

Black Friday Deals on Sex Toys, Vibrators, and Harnesses

The weather outside is frightful, so spend some time in bed this holiday season with some of our favorite sex tech.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-black-friday-sex-toy-deals-2021

Can AI Truly Give Us a Glimpse of Lost Masterpieces?

Recent projects used machine learning to resurrect paintings by Klimt and Rembrandt. They raise questions about what computers can understand about art.

source https://www.wired.com/story/artificial-intelligence-reviving-lost-art

How to Deal With Difficult Family During the Holidays

If you have strained relationships with your family, you're not alone. These resources can help.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-deal-with-difficult-family-holidays

Austria’s Covid Surge Is a Warning to the World

As the nation locks down and plans a vaccine mandate, a bleak second pandemic winter risks overwhelming Europe and beyond.

source https://www.wired.com/story/lockdown-austria-covid-19

Good Luck Trying to Fix the Supply Chain Crisis

The system of getting things from A to B is broken. Fixing it will involve rethinking how pretty much everything moves.

source https://www.wired.com/story/supply-chain-crisis-future

Great Resignation? Tech Workers Try a Great Reconsideration

More Americans are quitting their jobs than ever before. Some engineers are finding new workplaces to prioritize their own wellbeing.

source https://www.wired.com/story/great-resignation-tech-workers-great-reconsideration

Can a Digital Reality Be Jacked Directly Into Your Brain?

The idea of a synthetic experience uploaded to the mind has been a sci-fi fantasy forever. New brain-computer interfaces are making it nonfiction—very slowly.

source https://www.wired.com/story/brain-computer-interfaces-digital-reality

The 34 Best Black Friday Deals at Best Buy

The retailer's holiday sale event is in full swing, with discounts on smart speakers, watches, headphones, Chromebooks, and more.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-best-buy-black-friday-deals-2021

Elizabeth Holmes Speaks for Herself

The infamous entrepreneur at the center of the Theranos case took the stand this week.

source https://www.wired.com/story/theranos-trial-elizabeth-holmes-speaks

The McDonald's Ice Cream Machine Hacking Saga Has a New Twist

The cold war between a startup and a soft-serve machine manufacturer is heating up, thanks to a newly released trove of internal emails.

source https://www.wired.com/story/mcdonalds-ice-cream-machine-hacking-kytch-taylor-internal-emails

SPOILER ALERT: Spoiler Alerts Are Making Us All Stupid

If you think they’re protecting the experience of experiencing art, you’re more deluded than you know.

source https://www.wired.com/story/spoiler-alerts-are-making-us-all-stupid

Fungi Could Be the Downfall of Humanity

Climate change could threaten humans' protection from fungal infections. It's time to fear the fungi.

source https://www.wired.com/story/fungi-climate-change-medicine-health

17 Bags, Backpacks, Cubes, and Straps to Protect Your Camera

There are dozens of ways to tote around your photo and video gear. We’ve tested a bunch of solutions and rounded up our favorites.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-camera-bags-backpacks-straps-inserts

The Tamagotchi Was Tiny, but Its Impact Was Huge

It’s been 25 years since the little device first hit store shelves, but its simple brilliance lives on in today’s most popular games.

source https://www.wired.com/story/tamagotchi-25-year-anniversary-impact

What Are You Going to Tweet After You Die?

The artful death announcements of Chadwick Boseman and MF DOOM show us how the way we die online can help the living grieve.

source https://www.wired.com/story/what-are-you-going-to-tweet-after-you-die

Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy Is a Wasted Opportunity

This “definitive edition” is a buggy and broken trip down memory lane. You might want to stay at home.

source https://www.wired.com/review/grand-theft-auto-the-trilogy-the-definitive-edition

Our Favorite Mattress Deals for Black Friday (So Far)

Trouble sleeping? A bunch of our favorite WIRED-Reviewed hybrid, organic, and foam mattresses are on sale right now.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-black-friday-mattress-deals-2021

NASA Really Wants Its Spacecraft to Slam Into an Asteroid

The DART mission is scheduled to launch early Wednesday. It will crash into an asteroid to see if it's possible to deflect one.

source https://www.wired.com/story/nasa-really-really-wants-its-spacecraft-to-slam-into-an-asteroid

Humans Have Broken a Fundamental Law of the Ocean

The size of undersea creatures seemed to follow a strange but stable pattern—until industrial fishing came along.

source https://www.wired.com/story/humans-broken-fundamental-law-ocean

How to Preserve and Share Grandma's Recipes

Going digital can save time and money and keep family traditions alive.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-preserve-share-old-recipes

Devious ‘Tardigrade’ Malware Hits Biomanufacturing Facilities

The surprisingly sophisticated attack is “actively spreading” throughout the industry.

source https://www.wired.com/story/tardigrade-malware-biomanufacturing

Too Many Game Subscription Services? Here’s How to Choose

PlayStation Plus or PlayStation Now? Xbox Live Gold or Game Pass Ultimate? It’s confusing, so we break them all down.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-game-subscriptions

Which Streaming Services Are Best For You?

Whether you're a hardcore cord-cutter or an animation fan, there's a platform for you. Here are the best we've tried.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-streaming-services

30 Stimulating Gifts for All the Best People in Your Life

Turbocharge the holidays with a speedy electric scooter, the smartest robot vacuum, and presents that are just plain fun.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/wish-list-2021-30-stimulating-gifts

Researchers Want to Restore ‘Good Noise’ in Older Brains

Aging people lose variation in brain oxygen levels—a sign of declining cognitive flexibility. A new drug study probes whether that loss can be reversed.

source https://www.wired.com/story/researchers-want-to-restore-good-noise-in-older-brains

Why Bosses Are Inflexible About Flexible Work Arrangements

Since lockdown, employees have adopted new work habits, but many execs want a return to the old normal.

source https://www.wired.com/story/employers-flexible-working-post-pandemic

This Rolex Is Made Using Eye-Surgery Lasers

The 2021 Rolex Datejust 36's unique dial pattern is etched into the surface using femtosecond laser technology.

source https://www.wired.com/story/2021-rolex-datejust-36

TikTok’s Next Big Move? To Become Facebook

ByteDance, the Chinese company behind TikTok and Douyin, has global ambitions to challenge Meta’s universe.

source https://www.wired.com/story/tiktok-future-facebook

The Future of Digital Assistants Is Queer

AI assistants continue to reinforce sexist stereotypes, but queering these devices could help reimagine their relationship to gender altogether.

source https://www.wired.com/story/digital-assistant-smart-device-gender-identity

How to Keep Work Notifications From Taking Over Your Life

Teach your devices to respect your boundaries.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-keep-work-notifications-from-taking-over-your-life

12 Laptops We’ve Tested and Love

These are our favorite Windows notebooks, MacBooks, and Chromebooks.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-laptops

A New Theory for Systems That Defy Newton’s Third Law

In nonreciprocal systems, “exceptional points” are helping researchers understand phase transitions and possibly other phenomena.

source https://www.wired.com/story/a-new-theory-for-systems-that-defy-newtons-third-law

The Best Deals and Cases for Every Galaxy S21

We break down the differences between Samsung’s three Galaxy phones—and our favorite accessories and discounts.

source https://www.wired.com/story/samsung-galaxy-s21-deals

The Best Early Black Friday Deals on Laptops, TVs, and More

Beat the holiday rush with truly good discounts on our favorite gear.

source https://www.wired.com/story/early-black-friday-deals-2021-1

Body Language Pseudoscience Is Flourishing on YouTube

In celebrity interviews and homicide cases, video sleuths are searching for the truth—but what if the signals are all wrong?

source https://www.wired.com/story/youtube-body-language

The Best Early Black Friday Deals on Laptops, TVs, and More

Beat the holiday rush with truly good discounts on our favorite gear.

source https://www.wired.com/story/early-black-friday-deals-2021

Capture Your Daring Feats With Our Favorite Action Cameras

Gearing up to shred the slopes or dive into the seas? These cameras are made for danger.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-action-cameras

A Canadian Teen Was Arrested in a $36.5M SIM-Swap Heist

Plus: An FBI email hack, a cam site data leak, and more of the week's top security news.

source https://www.wired.com/story/teen-sim-swap-theft-fbi-email-hack-stripchat-leak-security-news

The North Carolina Town Besieged by Armadillos

Thanks to climate change, the armored animals are making their way up north. And there’s no sign of them stopping their relentless march.

source https://www.wired.com/story/the-north-carolina-town-besieged-by-armadillos

Why You Gravitate to Puzzles When You’re Depressed

Puzzle games keep our minds occupied, even in our darkest moments. Here’s why they make you feel better, more capable, and more optimistic about life.

source https://www.wired.com/story/puzzle-games-mental-health

AirTags Are the Best Thing to Happen to Tile

With increased sales and products things have never looked better for Tile. So why is its CEO so mad at Apple?

source https://www.wired.com/story/tile-trackers-apple-airtags

25 Gift Ideas for Outdoorsy People

We've got the gifts to help your favorite adventurer answer the call of the wild, from sleeping bags to tiny cat tents and more.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/outdoors-gift-ideas-2021

30 Great Deals From Amazon’s Early Black Friday Sale

We've found TVs, smartphones, and wireless earbuds at steep discounts.

source https://www.wired.com/story/amazon-early-black-friday-deals-2021-1

How to Shop More Ethically This Holiday Season

Consider these tips for putting your dollars back into your community, from supporting small businesses to making more sustainable choices.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-shop-ethically-tips

13 Great Black Friday Deals on Google Devices We Like

The brand-new Pixel phones are $50 off, and there are discounts on Nest security cameras and smart speakers.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-black-friday-google-device-deals-2021

Netflix’s Cowboy Bebop Fails

The live-action adaptation is an overwrought performance of the beloved anime rather than a bold reimagining.

source https://www.wired.com/story/cowboy-bebop-fails

Brent Spiner's New Book Is a Star Trek Mem-Noir

The actor, who played Data on Star Trek: The Next Generation, says Fan Fiction is a thriller, memoir, black comedy, and novel all in one.

source https://www.wired.com/2021/11/geeks-guide-brent-spiner

17 Best Early Black Friday Deals on Amazon Devices

Get a head start on your wish list with deals on Echo speakers, Fire tablets, Kindles, and more.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-black-friday-amazon-device-deals-2021

How to Use Your PS5 or Xbox Controller With Everything

Want to play games on your phone, desktop, laptop, or tablet? If you own a console, you probably don't need a separate controller.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-pair-ps5-xbox-controller-with-pc-laptop-phone-tablet

The Best Wireless Earbuds for Every Need

Ready to cut the cord? We've tested the best buds that will never, ever get tangled.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-wirefree-earbuds

Netflix’s New Top 10 Lists Feel Like a Grasp for Relevance

As the market gets more and more crowded, the streaming giant seems to be fighting to stay in the conversation.

source https://www.wired.com/story/netflix-top-10-relevance

Iranian Hackers Are Going After US Critical Infrastructure

A hacking group is targeting a broad range of organizations, taking advantage of vulnerabilities that have been patched but not yet updated.

source https://www.wired.com/story/iranian-hackers-going-after-us-critical-infrastructure

Can Science Fiction Help Solve Our Biggest Problems?

This week, we hear from the acclaimed novelist Neal Stephenson about climate change, the metaverse, and the role fictional stories can play in shaping our future.

source https://www.wired.com/story/gadget-lab-podcast-530

Arrested Evolution: Pokémon’s Refusal to Grow Up

Now in its 25th year, the franchise looks much the same as it always has. But is that such a bad thing?

source https://www.wired.com/story/pokemon-nostalgia-new-games

Inside X’s Mission to Make Robots Boring

Plus: The man behind a famous paradox, the laws that will govern the metaverse, and a deadly swarm of scorpions.

source https://www.wired.com/story/plaintext-alphabet-x-robots

New Covid Drugs Are Here—and They Could Change the Pandemic

Two antivirals could help beat Covid-19 in countries that don’t have vaccines yet. They just need to work as promised.

source https://www.wired.com/story/new-covid-drugs-are-here-and-they-could-change-the-pandemic

The Gut Microbiome’s Role in Autism Gets Murkier

As scientists look for a link between digestive-tract microbes and autism, some questionable treatments have surfaced. A new study says they’ve got it all backwards.

source https://www.wired.com/story/autism-microbiome

8 Early Black Friday TV Deals to Help You Cozy Up This Fall

From LG OLEDs to affordable TCL screens, a ton of our favorite models are steeply discounted.

source https://www.wired.com/story/early-black-friday-tv-deals-1

How Facebook Could Break Free From the Engagement Trap

Jeff Allen, cofounder of the Integrity Institute and a former data scientist at Facebook, says social media companies need missions beyond "giving everyone a voice."

source https://www.wired.com/story/jeff-allen-interview-facebook-engagement-trap

Locked Out of ‘God Mode’, Runners Hack Their Treadmills

NordicTrack customers were watching Netflix using a simple trick—until the company blocked their access.

source https://www.wired.com/story/nordictrack-ifit-treadmill-privilege-mode

Star Trek: Discovery Is Tearing the Streaming World Apart

Season four of Discovery is boldly going where no multibillion-dollar franchise has gone before—and fans are outraged.

source https://www.wired.com/story/star-trek-discovery-season-4-netflix

The Bold Gamble to Make Halo Infinite Last Forever

To reinvent the shooter in the present, the team behind the iconic franchise had to study the game’s past.

source https://www.wired.com/story/halo-infinite-interview-live-service

How Iran Tried to Undermine the 2020 US Presidential Election

From faked emails to a hacked voter registration database, a new indictment offers fresh details on the attempted interference.

source https://www.wired.com/story/iran-2020-election-interference

The Best Early Black Friday Deals on Laptops, TVs, and More

Beat the holiday rush with truly good discounts on our favorite gear.

source https://www.wired.com/story/early-black-friday-deals-2021

The Best Wireless Earbuds for Working Out

Rock your inner jock with a pair of sturdy, sweatproof, and tangle-proof headphones. Here are our favorites.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-wireless-workout-headphones

DuckDuckGo Wants to Stop Apps From Tracking You on Android

The privacy-focused tech company's latest update promises to block invasive data collection across your whole phone.

source https://www.wired.com/story/duckduckgo-android-app-tracking-block

How to Re-Waterproof Your Old Rain Jacket

All clothing loses its water resistance over time. Here's how to get it back, so you don't have to buy new outerwear.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-waterproof-rain-jacket

How to Use Wi-Fi Calling on Your Smartphone

Are you struggling to get a signal in your home or office? Switch to Wi-Fi calling for clearer chats.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-use-wifi-calling

How 'Green' Are Wood Pellets as a Fuel Source?

Europe is betting big on wood to replace coal, but the industry is taking heat for stoking carbon emissions and air pollution.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-green-are-wood-pellets-as-a-fuel-source

3G Service Is Going Away Next Year. Here's What That Means

As companies shut down their aging 3G equipment to make room for 5G networks, older devices like phones, alarm systems, and wearables will lose functionality.

source https://www.wired.com/story/3g-service-sunset-what-it-means

Humans Are On Track to Export Our Environmental Woes to Space

The cosmos is turning into the playground for entrepreneurs, so the outdated legal spacescape needs to directly address space pollution.

source https://www.wired.com/story/space-law-debris-pollution-business

6 Essential Numbers to Understand the Glasgow Climate Pact

Last week nearly 200 countries agreed to take key steps to tackle the climate crisis. Here's what you need to know.

source https://www.wired.com/story/cop26-climate-change-numbers

3 Years After the Maven Uproar, Google Cozies to the Pentagon

The company has contracts to detect corrosion on Navy ships and help maintain Air Force jets. Now it wants to bid for a lucrative cloud contract.

source https://www.wired.com/story/3-years-maven-uproar-google-warms-pentagon

25 Amazing Gift Ideas Under $25

Just because these gifts are cheap doesn't mean they're not totally awesome.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/25-amazing-holiday-gift-ideas-under-25-2021

Norway Is Running Out of Gas-Guzzling Cars to Tax

The oil producing nation is learning what happens after a country fills its roads with electric vehicles.

source https://www.wired.com/story/norway-electric-vehicle-tax

Amazon's Dark Secret: It Has Failed to Protect Your Data

Voyeurs. Sabotaged accounts. Backdoor schemes. For years, the retail giant has handled your information less carefully than it handles your packages.

source https://www.wired.com/story/amazon-failed-to-protect-your-data-investigation

12 Great Deals From Target’s Early Holiday Sale

Find iPhone 13 cases, Nest smart speakers, and electric toothbrushes discounted at stellar prices.

source https://www.wired.com/story/target-early-black-friday-deals-2021-2

The 25 Best Early Black Friday Deals at Best Buy

The retailer's holiday sale event started early this year, and you'll find Chromebooks, smart home gadgets, and phones on sale.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-buy-early-black-friday-deals-2021-2

16 Best Early Black Friday Deals on Outdoor Gear

GoPros, Garmin fitness trackers, and REI Co-op jackets are all on sale right now so you can spend Thanksgiving doing the turkey trot.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-black-friday-outdoors-deals-rei-2021

Apple Finally Makes It Easier to Fix Your Own iPhone

In an unexpected right to repair win, the company will make manuals and tools publicly available for a number of its most popular devices.

source https://www.wired.com/story/apple-self-service-repair-right-to-repair-iphone-mac

Your TV Sounds Terrible. These Soundbars Can Fix That

Every television deserves a dedicated row of speakers to call its own. These are our favorites.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-soundbars

Another Intel Chip Flaw Puts a Slew of Gadgets at Risk

The vulnerability allows an attacker with physical access to the CPU to bypass the security measures protecting some of its most sensitive data.

source https://www.wired.com/story/intel-chip-flaw-puts-gadgets-at-risk

Help, I’m Stuck in Cutscene Hell

The cutscenes in Yakuza: Like a Dragon are great—until you need to put down your controller in a hurry.

source https://www.wired.com/story/yakuza-like-a-dragon-cutscene-hell

The Problem With Motorola Phones

The smartphone maker ranks No. 3 in the US, but its software update strategy is one of the worst in the industry. And that's not all.

source https://www.wired.com/story/motorola-software-updates-rant

You Need a Password Manager. Here Are the Best Ones

Keep your logins locked down with our favorite apps for PC, Mac, Android, iPhone, and web browsers.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-password-managers

Patient Testimonials Are Unethical And Should Be Banned

Patients shouldn’t have to drum up new business for their doctors.

source https://www.wired.com/story/ban-patient-testimonials-ethics

This Couch Hides Built-In Surround Sound in the Cushions

These comfortable couches now come with surround sound.

source https://www.wired.com/review/lovesac-stealthtech

18 Analog Gifts For People Who Need a Digital Detox

Remember when your hobbies didn't come with a screen and constant notifications? We rounded up all the best gifts to use IRL.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/analog-gift-guide

How to Increase Your PS5's Internal Storage Capacity

Your Sony console has an expansion slot so you can add more storage space for games, and installing a drive is fairly easy.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-install-m2-ssd-storage-ps5

The US Space Force Wants to Clean Up Junk in Orbit

Debris from a Russian anti-satellite weapons test adds new urgency to international and government efforts to get rid of high-flying trash.

source https://www.wired.com/story/the-us-space-force-wants-to-clean-up-junk-in-orbit

Tiger King 2 Provides More Memes Than Answers

Netflix's chaotic and confusing new installment of the salacious docuseries reveals an accidental new genre: true-ish crime.

source https://www.wired.com/story/tiger-king-2-review

Activision Blizzard Employees Are Done With CEO Bobby Kotick

As Kotick’s handling of alleged sexual misconduct draws headlines, workers staged their second walkout this year.

source https://www.wired.com/story/activision-blizzard-employees-done-with-ceo-bobby-kotick

Facebook Reaches for More Realistic VR With Haptic Gloves

The company has unveiled a new prototype wearable that mimics the feeling of handling real objects in the virtual world.

source https://www.wired.com/story/facebook-haptic-gloves-vr

‘Ghostwriter’ Looks Like a Purely Russian Op—Except It's Not

Security researchers have found signs that the pervasive hacking and misinformation campaign comes not from Moscow but from Minsk.

source https://www.wired.com/story/ghostwriter-hackers-belarus-russia-misinformationo

Considering a MacBook? Here Are Our Favorites

Apple’s laptops are expensive, and you’ll have to make some hard choices to pick the right one. Let us help.

source https://www.wired.com/story/which-macbook-should-you-buy

How Apps Commandeered the Age-Old Idea of Takeout

Third-party delivery services have convinced us they are an essential part of our busy lives. But humans have managed to order food to-go for centuries.

source https://www.wired.com/story/delivery-apps-age-old-idea-takeout

The 13 Best Subscription Boxes for Gifting

We have options for plant lovers, foodies, pets, and even those who are hard to shop for with these gifts that keep on giving.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-subscription-gift-boxes

Inside the Lucrative World of Console Resellers

Yes, the PS5, Xbox, and high-end graphics cards are tough to buy. But some have an in—and are paying off medical bills and buying houses with the profits.

source https://www.wired.com/story/gaming-console-sellers

How the Black Girl Gamers Community Became a Lifeline

Jay-Ann Lopez’s Twitch channel and Facebook group are safe spaces for thousands of players.

source https://www.wired.com/story/black-girl-gamers-community

This Dam Simple Trick Is a Big Green Energy Win

Only a small fraction of dams actually produce electricity. Transforming them them into hydropower plants might stop new ones from being built.

source https://www.wired.com/story/retrofitting-dams-green-energy

Used EVs Are in Hotter Demand Than Ever

Congress is now considering an incentive that could help low- and moderate-income buyers go electric.

source https://www.wired.com/story/used-evs-hotter-demand-ever

Tiger King 2 and the Weird Rise of Documentary Sequels

Hours-long multipart documentaries should be able to tell a whole story. And yet, more and more of them just keep going.

source https://www.wired.com/story/tiger-king-documentary-sequels

At the End of the World, It’s Hyperobjects All the Way Down

Do you feel lost? Alone? Powerless in the face of forces beyond your control? Timothy Morton can help—if you’re ready to have your reality blown apart.

source https://www.wired.com/story/timothy-morton-hyperobjects-all-the-way-down

The Science Museum Wants Their Plastic Samples. They Refused

Three microplastic researchers have backed out of an arrangement to send materials to the Science Museum in London to protest a controversial deal with Shell.

source https://www.wired.com/story/science-museum-microplastics

Oura's Gen3 Launch is Marred by an Unhealthy Business Model

A monthly subscription fee and delayed features contribute to a disappointing launch for this health tracker.

source https://www.wired.com/review/oura-ring-gen3

India's New Rules for Map Data Betray Its Small Farmers

The country says that more open access to terrestrial data will help rural farmers. More likely, will make it easier for corporations to control their land.

source https://www.wired.com/story/india-geospatial-data-surveillance-business

6 Affordable Automatic Watches That Feel Luxe

No, you don't need to spend thousands to get a proper self-winding mechanical timepiece.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-budget-watches-2021

How to Run Your Own Secure, Portable PC From a USB Stick

Build a super-safe computer you can take anywhere.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-run-tails-secure-portable-pc-usb-stick

How a VR Company Became the Airbnb for NFTs

Yes, that’s a really a thing now.

source https://www.wired.com/story/spatial-airbnb-for-nfts

You Don’t Have to WFH at Home—Try These Places Instead

Mix up your new normal by seeking out quirky local coworking spaces—or find some inspiration in a museum.

source https://www.wired.com/story/remote-working-alternatives-tips-productivity

Finally, A Practical Use for Nuclear Fusion

Researchers used the roiling temperatures of an experimental fusion reactor for a surprising purpose—testing heat shield materials for spacecraft.

source https://www.wired.com/story/nuclear-fusion-spacecraft-jupiter

Twitter Vigilantes Are Hunting Down Crypto Scammers

Open source investigators are struggling to maintain law and order in the wildest recesses of cryptocurrency’s Wild West.

source https://www.wired.com/story/twitters-crypto-vigilantes-are-just-getting-started

The 15 Best Personal Tech Gifts for Kids

Your child has spent years watching you tap away on your phone or laptop. Give them a turn on an age-appropriate device of their own.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/tech-gifts-for-kids-2021

The Best Desktop Gaming PCs We’ve Played With

These five rigs will keep you at the top of your game.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-gaming-desktop-pcs

Gear and Tips to Winter-Proof Your Home

Don't become a snowman in your own house. Here's how to keep your place toasty warm.

source https://www.wired.com/story/gear-to-winter-proof-your-home

Sponge Genes Hint at the Origins of Neurons and Other Cells

A new gene expression study reveals broad cellular diversity as well as possibly ancient connections between the nervous, immune, and digestive systems.

source https://www.wired.com/story/sponge-genes-hint-at-the-origins-of-neurons-and-other-cells

Nvidia GeForce Now Is the Best Way to Get an RTX 3080

It's great that you can rent an RTX 3080 now because we wish you Godspeed if you're trying to buy one.

source https://www.wired.com/review/review-geforce-now-rtx-3080

16 Gifts for PlayStation Lovers

From a branded bomber to a classic game, every PlayStation fan deserves a little treat.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/gift-ideas-for-sony-playstation-owners-2021

Everything You Need to Work From Home Like a Pro

Gear can make or break your home office setup. Here’s our ultimate list of the best monitors, desks, webcams, headphones, and more.

source https://www.wired.com/story/work-from-home-home-office-gear-guide

A Black Woman Invented Home Security. Why Did It Go So Wrong?

Surveillance systems, no matter the intention, will always exist to serve power.

source https://www.wired.com/story/black-inventor-home-security-system-surveillance

Someone Snuck a Card Skimmer Into Costco to Nab Shopper Data

Plus: A Robinhood breach, NSO Group spyware, and more of the week's top security news.

source https://www.wired.com/story/costco-card-skimmer-nso-group-robinhood-hack-security-news

The Polish Simulator Company Gamers Love to Hate

PlayWay's big library of vocational games makes it an investor favorite. But some say it's more like a pyramid scheme of glorified prototypes and prologues.

source https://www.wired.com/story/playway-polish-simulator-game-company

Glowing Worms Could Shed Light On the Secrets of Regeneration

Cut a panther worm into thirds and each section will grow a new body. Researchers injected some with a fluorescent protein to study how.

source https://www.wired.com/story/panther-worms-regeneration

Which Amazon Echo or Alexa Speaker Is Best for You?

We've rounded up our favorites, from house-made options to the Sonos Roam and a voice-enabled Yamaha soundbar.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-alexa-and-amazon-echo-speakers

Early Evidence of How Wildfire Smoke Alters Bird Migration

A team tracking the flights of four Tule geese from Alaska to California documented how the birds changed course in response to dense smoke.

source https://www.wired.com/story/early-evidence-of-how-wildfire-smoke-alters-bird-migration

Twitter Blue Is for People Who Love Reading the News

The platform's first subscription feature has a specific target audience.

source https://www.wired.com/story/twitter-blue-is-not-for-everyone

Randonauting Promised Adventure. It Led to Dumpsters

Powered by the Randonautica app, the practice blew up on TikTok and Reddit following last year's lockdowns. Since then, it's left many users disappointed.

source https://www.wired.com/story/randonautica-social-media

The Best Early Black Friday Deals on Laptops, TVs, and More

Beat the holiday rush with truly good discounts on our favorite gear.

source https://www.wired.com/story/early-black-friday-deals-2021

10 Gift Ideas to Tempt the Home Chef

From the real everyday pan to the best book for odds and ends, we have ideas that will keep the curious cook in your life tinkering away.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/gift-ideas-for-the-home-chef-2021

The Fashion Industry Could Reduce Emissions—if It Wanted To

It’s common practice for apparel brands to hop from factory to factory in search of cost savings. Experts say this keeps companies hooked on fossil fuels.

source https://www.wired.com/story/fashion-industry-reduce-emissions

Meet the Duke Nukem Fan Re-Creating Britain in All Its Glory

From sacks of wet eggs to Michael Gove raving in a nightclub, Duke Smoochem perfectly captures the farcical reality of Brexit Britain.

source https://www.wired.com/story/duke-smoochem-brexit-britain

What Is Imax Enhanced, and Should You Care?

Disney+ has added a new way to stream Marvel movies. We break down what it means and if you can take advantage of it.

source https://www.wired.com/story/what-is-imax-enhanced

Substack Is Now a Playground for the Deplatformed

The company’s CEO says the old way of social media is broken—but is his alternative much different?

source https://www.wired.com/story/substack-future-chris-best

Good VR Is Not Always Going to Be High Fidelity

Timoni West, the head of augmented and virtual reality at Unity Technology, talks to WIRED about the future of XR.

source https://www.wired.com/story/timoni-west-unity-vr-ar-interview

'The Beast Adjoins' Is Seriously Creepy Sci-Fi

Let's just say that the fate of humanity looks pretty bleak in Ted Kosmatka’s horrific short story about an AI uprising.

source https://www.wired.com/2021/11/geeks-guide-beast-adjoins

Power Up Anywhere With the Best Travel Adapters

When going abroad, the right plugs are essential to keeping your gadgets charged. These are our favorites.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-travel-adapters

Our Favorite Audiophile-Grade Gear for Serious Listening

Ready to get the best sound quality of your life? From speakers and headphones to streaming amps, here are our favorite tools for gold-plated listening.

source https://www.wired.com/story/audiophile-gear-guide

E-Cigarettes Could Be the New Nicotine Patch

England will allow doctors to prescribe vaping devices to people who want to quit smoking—if manufacturers can develop a product that works.

source https://www.wired.com/story/e-cigarettes-smoking-prescription

Our Favorite Gear for Everyday Sun Protection

The sun is a giver of life—but get too much of it and you’re toast. These are the best hats, arm coverings, and shirts to shield yourself.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/everyday-sun-protection

John Doerr Wants to Stop Climate Change—With OKRs

Plus: Bill Gates’ climate plan, real estate in the metaverse, and a different kind of mirrorworld.

source https://www.wired.com/story/plaintext-john-doerr-book-climate-change

How Metadata From Encrypted Messages Can Keep Everyone Safer

Sharing “metadata of the metadata” is crucial for informing product design that will fight misinformation without allowing security backdoors.

source https://www.wired.com/story/encrypted-messaging-privacy-security-metadata

In Celebration of Adele’s Finsta

The singer told Rolling Stone she knows how to “trace something online like no one’s business.”

source https://www.wired.com/story/adele-finsta-social-media

The Man, the Myth, and the Metaverse

Mark Zuckerberg wants you to believe his metaverse is the final frontier. The misconception comes with over a century of warnings.

source https://www.wired.com/story/the-man-the-myth-and-the-metaverse

This Intrepid Robot Is the WALL-E of the Deep Sea

Here's how engineers got the car-sized Benthic Rover II to roam the seafloor 13,000 feet deep without immediately breaking down.

source https://www.wired.com/story/this-intrepid-robot-is-the-wall-e-of-the-deep-sea

Meta Isn’t the Only Company Building the Metaverse

This week, we look at Niantic and Snap, whose augmented reality plans are quite different than what’s being hyped elsewhere.

source https://www.wired.com/story/gadget-lab-podcast-529

PS5 vs. Xbox Series X: How They Compare 1 Year Later

Sony and Microsoft have had a year to address supply shortages and improve game libraries for their new consoles. Here's how they stack up.

source https://www.wired.com/story/playstation-5-vs-xbox-series-x

20 Great Deals From Amazon's Early Black Friday Sale

We've found TVs, smartphones, and wireless earbuds at steep discounts.

source https://www.wired.com/story/amazon-early-black-friday-deals-2021

Why the Chip Shortage Drags On and On … and On

Demand is still surging, but it takes time to build new factories. And a history of highs and lows may deter some investors.

source https://www.wired.com/story/why-chip-shortage-drags-on

The Sneaky Way TikTok Is Connecting You to Real-Life Friends

The social network got huge by ignoring who you know. That's increasingly no longer the case.

source https://www.wired.com/story/tiktok-friends-contacts-people-you-may-know

Doom’s Creator Goes After ‘Doomscroll’

A metal guitarist thought Doomscroll would be a great name for a band. Video game developer Id Software had other ideas.

source https://www.wired.com/story/doom-creator-goes-after-doomscroll

Hackers Targeted Hong Kong Apple Devices in Widespread Attack

Visitors to pro-democracy and media sites in the region were infected with malware that could download files, steal data, and more.

source https://www.wired.com/story/ios-macos-hacks-hong-kong-watering-hole

The Best Weighted Blankets for Calm and Comfort

These accessories might not cure your anxiety or insomnia, but they can feel like a hug when you really need one.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-weighted-blankets

When Databases Get to Define Family

Pakistan's national database encodes social expectations—like that every citizen has two married parents—and raises important questions about digital IDs.

source https://www.wired.com/story/pakistan-digital-database-family-design

How to Pick the Perfect Phone Case

Protect your smartphone—and your sanity—with this helpful expert guidance.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-pick-a-phone-case

The Beats Fit Pro Are Apple's Best Earbuds Ever

The latest Beats in-ears are by far the best everyday headphones for iPhone owners.

source https://www.wired.com/review/beats-fit-pro

This Company Tapped AI for Its Website—and Landed in Court

Under pressure to make their sites accessible to visually impaired users, firms turn to software. But advocates say the tech isn't always up to the task.

source https://www.wired.com/story/company-tapped-ai-website-landed-court

A Vaccine Against Valley Fever Finally Works—for Dogs

People and canines suffer horribly from the disease, caused by a fungus spreading through the increasingly dry US Southwest.

source https://www.wired.com/story/a-vaccine-against-valley-fever-finally-works-for-dogs

Climate Pledges Fall Dangerously Short of the 1.5 °C Target

Countries at COP26 have committed to slashing emissions, in the hope of limiting global warming to 1.5 °C. It's not enough.

source https://www.wired.com/story/cop26-climate-change-targets

Why Zillow Couldn’t Make Algorithmic House Pricing Work

The real estate site went into the business of buying and selling homes. But the pandemic messed up its predictions.

source https://www.wired.com/story/zillow-ibuyer-real-estate

The 10,000 Faces That Launched an NFT Revolution

When two Canadian coders started an online project called CryptoPunks, they had no idea they’d spark a hyped-up, blockchain-fueled cultural juggernaut.

source https://www.wired.com/story/the-10000-faces-that-launched-an-nft-revolution

John Cho and André Nemec on Giving Cowboy Bebop More Soul

For the star and showrunner, the real challenge with adapting the classic '90s anime was finding the essence of its iconic trio.

source https://www.wired.com/story/rewired-2021-john-cho-andre-nemec-cowboy-bebop

RE:WIRED 2021: Neal Stephenson on Building and Fixing Worlds

The science fiction author spoke with WIRED senior correspondent Adam Rogers about climate change and big solutions.

source https://www.wired.com/story/rewired-2021-neal-stephenson

RE:WIRED 2021: Jen Easterly Wants Hackers to Help US Cyber Defense

The retired Army officer played offense at the NSA and the Pentagon. Now she's learning to play defense.

source https://www.wired.com/story/rewired-2021-jen-easterly

Beeple Will Update a New $29M Piece ‘For the Rest of My Life’

The digital artist calls Human One the first portrait of a human born in the metaverse.

source https://www.wired.com/story/rewired-2021-beeple-greg-williams

Moderna's CEO on the Fight Over the Covid-19 Vaccine's Future

The roadblocks to getting the Covid-19 vaccine into poorer countries is partially down to a contentious patent dispute.

source https://www.wired.com/story/rewired-2021-stephane-bancel-nahid-bhadelia

How to Watch RE:WIRED 2021

Join us for two days packed with conversations about how to build a better future.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-watch-rewired-2021

Give Your Back a Break With Our Favorite Office Chairs

Upgrade your home office and work in style with these comfy seats.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-office-chairs

The Best Chromebooks for Every Budget

All-in on Google services? Then check out our favorite Chrome OS laptops and 2-in-1 tablets for school, work, or home.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-chromebooks

NASA Tries to Save Hubble, Again

The space telescope’s latest hardware problem has kept it offline for two weeks, raising concerns that the decades-old spacecraft is running out of time.

source https://www.wired.com/story/nasa-tries-to-save-hubble-again

Your Essential Guide to the Best Tequilas

From celebrity brands to artisan drams, silver, blanco, reposado or añejo, there’s a choice here for straight shooters and cocktail connoisseurs alike.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-tequila

Prince Harry ‘Warned’ Jack Dorsey Before the Capitol Riots

At the RE:WIRED conference, the Duke of Sussex spoke with Stanford's Renee DiResta and activist Rashad Robinson about misinformation's deadly consequences.

source https://www.wired.com/story/rewired-2021-prince-harry-renee-diresta-rashad-robinson

RE:WIRED 2021: Timnit Gebru Says Artificial Intelligence Needs to Slow Down

The AI researcher, who left Google last year, says the incentives around AI research are all wrong.

source https://www.wired.com/story/rewired-2021-timnit-gebru

Jony Ive on Why the iPod Was Apple's First Wearable

The iconic creator of iconic devices talks with Anna Wintour about design, the power of curiosity, and how wearables will eventually move under our skin.

source https://www.wired.com/story/rewired-2021-jony-ive-anna-wintour

The 22 Best Early Black Friday Deals at Best Buy

The retailer's holiday sale event started early this year, and you'll find Chromebooks, smart home gadgets, and phones on sale.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-buy-early-black-friday-deals-2021-1

RE:WIRED 2021: Kai-Fu Lee and Yoky Matsuoka Imagine AI's Potential for Good

The investor and entrepreneur discuss "human-in-the-loop" technology, and how artificial intelligence might be used for health and caregiving.

source https://www.wired.com/story/rewired-2021-kai-fu-lee-yoky-matysuoka-gideon-lichfield

Get the Most Out of Your iPad With These Accessories

These are some of our favorite stands, cases, keyboards, and Pencils no matter which iPad you have.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-ipad-accessories

Dragon Ball FighterZ and the Elusive Art of Anime Adaptation

Video games based on anime don't usually live up to the original—but this one is the exception.

source https://www.wired.com/story/dragon-ball-fighterz-good-anime-game

The Hidden Dangers of 'Buy Now, Pay Later' Apps

Services such as Afterpay, Affirm, and Klarna are soaring in popularity and valuation. But consumer advocates say they make it easy to get overextended.

source https://www.wired.com/story/hidden-dangers-buy-now-pay-later-apps

Astronaut Gear of the Future May Fight Bone and Muscle Loss

New space suits and muscle stimulators could keep spacefarers fit on long voyages.

source https://www.wired.com/story/astronaut-gear-of-the-future-may-fight-bone-and-muscle-loss

The Best Crossplay Games for Consoles and PC

These titles let you keep playing across Xbox, PC, Switch, and even mobile.

source https://www.wired.com/story/crossplay-games-console-pc-switch-mobile

The Long Search for a Computer That Speaks Your Mind

The trick is to use data from the brain to synthesize speech in real time so users can practice and the machine can learn. New systems are getting there.

source https://www.wired.com/story/the-long-search-for-a-computer-that-speaks-your-mind

Netflix, Please Add a ‘Watched It’ Button Already

Wait a minute ... I've seen this before! Why is it so hard to filter out movies and shows on streaming services?

source https://www.wired.com/story/streaming-services-netflix-watched-it-rant

5 Things You May Not Know About the Infrastructure Bill

Pedestrians and transit systems will benefit from the $1.2 trillion plan. So will the nation's broadband networks and climate change measures.

source https://www.wired.com/story/5-things-may-not-know-infrastructure-bill

The Biggest Ransomware Bust Yet Might Actually Make an Impact

By arresting one alleged hacker associated with REVil and seizing millions from another, the US has made it clear that ransomware comes with a cost.

source https://www.wired.com/story/ransomware-revil-arrest-kaseya

‘AR Is Where the Real Metaverse Is Going to Happen’

Facebook might aim to build an all-immersive digital matrix, but Niantic CEO John Hanke tells us that what he plans to do is take reality—and make it better.

source https://www.wired.com/story/john-hanke-niantic-augmented-reality-real-metaverse

The Turing Test Is Bad For Business

Artificial intelligence needs to focus on the augmentation game, not the imitation game.

source https://www.wired.com/story/artificial-intelligence-turing-test-economics-business

All Our Favorite Accessories for the Nintendo Switch

Did you pick up the handheld console recently? Here are some screen protectors, chargers, and other extras for your new best friend.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-nintendo-switch-accessories

Sodium Batteries May Power Your New Electric Car

As EV sales increase, supplies of lithium may get tight. So some companies are incorporating cells with sodium, which provides almost as big a charge.

source https://www.wired.com/story/sodium-batteries-power-new-electric-car

The Next Big Thing for RNA? Fixing Moldy Food

Covid vaccines alerted to the world to RNA's potential. Now the technology is being used as an alternative to pesticides.

source https://www.wired.com/story/rna-crop-sprays-presticides

A New Dementia Test Raises More Questions Than Answers

A 5-minute assessment on an iPad could transform how we screen for dementia—or overwhelm the health care system with worried test-takers.

source https://www.wired.com/story/new-dementia-test-more-questions-than-answers

The Best Tea Accessories for Sipping Steamy Beverages

Making tea can be a simple as dropping a bag in a cup. But if you want to elevate your tea experience, try a few of our favorite handy gadgets.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/tea-guide

How To Fix Email … With Science!

Email isn’t broken—it’s the people who are the problem. But if you start treating it like old-fashioned snail mail, suddenly it makes sense again.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-fix-email-science

How to Watch RE:WIRED 2021

Join us for two days packed with conversations about how to build a better future.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-watch-rewired-2021

Terminator: Dark Fate Didn't Need an Exploding Airplane

The new movie in the franchise is too focused on trying to top the previous films.

source https://www.wired.com/2019/11/geeks-guide-terminator-dark-fate

The 15 Best (and Worst) Mattresses You Can Buy Online

We tested dozens of bed-in-a-box hybrid, foam, innerspring, latex, and certified organic mattresses.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-mattresses

The Best Vibrators and Sex Toys for Every Body

These are our favorite gender-inclusive adult devices to give you and your partner(s) a helping hand.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-sex-toys-and-tech

The US Puts a $10M Bounty on DarkSide Ransomware Hackers

Plus: A ‘Trojan Source’ bug, Russian hackers exposed, and more of the week's top security news.

source https://www.wired.com/story/darkside-ransomware-ukraine-russia-trojan-source-security-news

The Husqvarna 435X AWD Automower Manicures Your Lawn

The Husqvarna 435X is a silent, automatic robot that will save you from mowing your grass ever again. But it's not cheap.

source https://www.wired.com/review/husqvarna-435x-awd-automower

Mathematicians Finally Prove That Melting Ice Stays Smooth

They now have a complete understanding of the complicated equations that model the motion of free boundaries, like the one between ice and water.

source https://www.wired.com/story/mathematicians-finally-prove-that-melting-ice-stays-smooth

How to Troubleshoot Someone Else’s Phone Remotely

A friend or family member needs help with their phone, but you're not with them—here's what you need to do.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-troubleshoot-phone-remotely

Honor May Not Be as Free From Huawei as It Claims

With remarkably similar phones and user interfaces, Honor has a long way to go to separate itself from its former owner.

source https://www.wired.com/story/honor-huawei-smartphones-separation

Salt Bae’s Next Great Act? Endless Content

Turkish chef Nusret Gökçe's restaurants serve something different: moments sure to go viral on social media.

source https://www.wired.com/story/salt-bae-restaurant-viral-videos

Big Tech's Psychedelics Grift

There's no need for expensive clinics with woo accoutrements—real transformation means access for all.

source https://www.wired.com/story/psychedelics-psychiatry-big-tech-mental-health

Lidar Uncovers Hundreds of Lost Maya and Olmec Ruins

An aerial survey in southern Mexico discovered a host of ceremonial sites that could date as far back as 1100 BC.

source https://www.wired.com/story/lidar-uncovers-lost-maya-olmec-ruins

The Best Base Layers to Keep You Warm

Nail the basics with our favorite blended, merino wool, and synthetic base layer tops.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-base-layers-winter

Kenji Eno Broke New Ground for Video Games

The visionary developer was one of the first to implement cinematic stylings, package titles with freebies, and roll out limited editions.

source https://www.wired.com/story/kenji-eno-retrospective

The 13 Best Electric Bikes for Every Kind of Ride

A battery-powered motor lets you enjoy most of the benefits of biking, minus the sweat.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-electric-bikes

How to Prepare for Power Outages

Whether there's a flood or a fallen tree, your power will go out eventually. Here's how to prepare for an outage that lasts minutes, hours, or days.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-prepare-power-outage

The Best Coffee Grinders to Amp Up Your Morning Brew

Get more joy from your java. These conical burr, flatt burr, and blade grinders let you enjoy freshly ground whole beans in every cup.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-coffee-grinders

Bright Spots in the Global Coral Reef Catastrophe

The first major report on the world’s reefs presents a grim picture of losses from global warming. But there are signs corals can recover if given a reprieve.

source https://www.wired.com/story/there-are-bright-spots-in-the-global-coral-reef-catastrophe

Kia's EV6 Is One Fine Tech-Boosted Ride

The Korean company's superb new electric flagship gets so much right it's almost a shame to point out the few missteps.

source https://www.wired.com/review/kia-ev6

1.8TB of Police Helicopter Surveillance Footage Leaks Online

DDoSecrets published the trove Friday afternoon. Privacy advocates say it shows how pervasive law enforcement's eye has become, and how lax its data protection can be.

source https://www.wired.com/story/ddosecrets-police-helicopter-data-leak

Dyson's Entry-Level Stick Vacuum Is $130 Off Right Now

The V8 Motorhead Origin is lightweight, cordless, and quickly converts into a hand vac. What's not to love?

source https://www.wired.com/story/dyson-v8-deal-november-2021

A Drone Tried to Disrupt the Power Grid. It Won't Be the Last

An attack attempt in 2020 proves the UAS threat is real—and not enough is being done to stop it.

source https://www.wired.com/story/drone-attack-power-substation-threat

The Wild Rise of Moonbug—YouTube’s Magic Money Machine

The company, which runs several channels full of children's content, just sold for $3 billion. Disney, look out.

source https://www.wired.com/story/moonbug-cocomelon-youtube-kids

16 Great Deals from Target’s Early Holiday Sale

Find stand mixers, Nest security cameras, and robot vacuums discounted at stellar prices.

source https://www.wired.com/story/target-early-black-friday-deals-2021

Dune Is a Novel Adaptation Done Right

Denis Villeneuve's version of Frank Herbert's 1965 novel actually respects its source material.

source https://www.wired.com/2021/11/geeks-guide-dune-good-adaptation

Open Source Doesn't Mean More Software Is Better Software

The battle between Mastodon and Trump’s Truth Social is a reminder that while the internet has changed, the ideals of free software haven't. That's a problem.

source https://www.wired.com/story/more-software-isnt-better-software

The Real Problem With Eternals

Director Chloé Zhao’s foray into the Marvel Cinematic Universe was simply asked to do too much.

source https://www.wired.com/story/eternals-review

The Metaverse Is Mark Zuckerberg’s Mobile Do-Over

Plus: Facebook’s Home flop, the trouble with Covid answers, and good and bad news from Gaia.

source https://www.wired.com/story/plaintext-metaverse-mark-zuckerberg-mobile-do-over

Want to Lie on a Bed of Nails? Physics Has Your Back

This is the science of why you can recline on an array of very sharp things without getting the pointy end of the stick.

source https://www.wired.com/story/want-to-lie-on-a-bed-of-nails-physics-has-your-back

The Best Mechanical Keyboards for Work and Play

Whether you're looking to boost your productivity or your Fortnite stats, these are the top typing peripherals for the job.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-keyboards

Don't Expect That New PS5 or Ebike to Arrive by the Holidays

This week, we break down what’s happening with the global supply chain and offer some tips on how to get your gifts in time.

source https://www.wired.com/story/gadget-lab-podcast-528

These Robots Follow You to Learn Where to Go

Burro makes carts that help growers of trees and vineyards with harvests. Meanwhile, the maker of Vespa scooters wants to carry your groceries.

source https://www.wired.com/story/robots-follow-learn-where-go

Lenovo's Newest ThinkPad X1 Extreme Is a Windows Workhorse

Ports aplenty, optional RTX 3080 power, and a very nice keyboard make this an extremely good laptop for power users.

source https://www.wired.com/review/lenovo-thinkpad-x1-extreme

It’s Time to Delete Carbon From the Atmosphere. But How?

It’s not enough to drastically slash emissions. To stave off the worst of climate change, humanity needs to capture the carbon that's already in the air.

source https://www.wired.com/story/its-time-to-delete-carbon-from-the-atmosphere-but-how

Ignore China’s New Data Privacy Law at Your Peril

The Personal Information Protection Law gives authorities the power to impose huge fines and blacklist companies. But the biggest impact may be felt outside the country.

source https://www.wired.com/story/china-personal-data-law-pipl

The Skyrim and Sopranos Meme Universes Are Colliding

The way we remember our pop culture favorites is increasingly inseparable from the memes they generate. But those memes can take on a life of their own.

source https://www.wired.com/story/sopranos-skyrim-memes

The Guide for the Next Decade of Space Research Just Dropped

The Astro2020 Decadal Survey's top priorities include new telescopes, the search for habitable exoplanets, and far-infrared and x-ray probe missions.

source https://www.wired.com/story/the-guide-for-the-next-decade-of-space-research-just-dropped

The Best USB Flash Drives for Ultra-Portable Storage

These WIRED-tested memory sticks are a virtual filing cabinet in your pocket.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-usb-flash-drives

The Best Laptop Stands to Save Your Achin' Neck

Help your back and posture by raising your computer screen up to eye level.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-laptop-stands

Video Games Inspire a Generation of Classical Music Fans

Game soundtracks are making waves in the classical community, and a new generation of composers and aficionados are starting to pay attention.

source https://www.wired.com/story/video-games-classical-music-composers

LG's Gaming Soundbar Misses Where It Counts

I'd love a portable, desktop soundbar for headset-free chat while gaming. Just … not this one.

source https://www.wired.com/review/lg-ultragear-gp9-soundbar-review

These Philadelphians Created an App to Prevent Gun Violence

Two neighbors stepped up to use technology to protect their community, and now they're sharing how easy it is for others to do the same.

source https://www.wired.com/story/philly-truce-app-stop-gun-violence

Microsoft Surface Duo 2: A Bad Case for 2 Screens

Microsoft's book-phone displays flashes of brilliance, but delivers endless annoyance.

source https://www.wired.com/review/microsoft-surface-duo-2

The Metaverse Is Simply Big Tech, but Bigger

It’s a rebrand of Silicon Valley's increasing power and reach. And it’s made for companies, not people.

source https://www.wired.com/story/big-tech-metaverse-internet-consolidation-business

Inside the Negotiations to Decide the Fate of Our Planet

At COP26 in Glasgow, negotiators can easily lose track of what day it is as they scramble to save us from climate chaos.

source https://www.wired.com/story/cop-26-climate-crisis-negotiations

The Cutest Way to Fight Climate Change? Send in the Otters

Saving California's adorable (and very hungry) sea otters helps control other species, leading to the growth of more carbon-sequestering vegetation.

source https://www.wired.com/story/the-cutest-way-to-fight-climate-change-send-in-the-otters

Parents Built a School App. Then the City Called the Cops

Stockholm’s official app was a disaster. So annoyed parents built their own open source version—ignoring warnings that it might be illegal.

source https://www.wired.com/story/sweden-stockholm-school-app-open-source

Google Staff Squirm as Remote Workers Face Pay Cuts

As more and more people switch to working from home, some are left counting the cost.

source https://www.wired.com/story/google-remote-work-pay-cuts-big-tech

EA Sports Might Lose ‘FIFA,’ and That’s Not So Bad

As the two sides negotiate over the price of the brand, “this is a time when you say goodbye to FIFA,” says one former EA exec.

source https://www.wired.com/story/ea-sports-might-lose-fifa-and-thats-not-so-bad

8 Early Black Friday TV Deals to Help You Cozy Up This Fall

From LG OLEDs to affordable TCL screens, a ton of our favorite models are steeply discounted.

source https://www.wired.com/story/tv-deals-october-20-2021

The Facebook Papers Must Be Shared With Outlets Globally

The news consortium exposing the company's worldwide abuses hasn’t included the journalists best equipped to report on them—those in the global south.

source https://www.wired.com/story/facebook-papers-consortium-global-outlets

Six-Word Sci-Fi: Stories Written by You

Here's this month's prompt, how to submit, and an illustrated archive of past favorites.

source https://www.wired.com/story/six-word-sci-fi

Movies Need to Stop Using Historical Atrocities for Pathos

Marvel’s Eternals is just the latest genre film to clumsily use horrific real-world events in an attempt to elevate its narrative.

source https://www.wired.com/story/eternals-marvel-history

The 16 Best Wireless Headphones for Everyone

Even if you’re on a budget, these wireless headphones sound like a million bucks.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-wireless-headphones

‘New Game+’ Is a Terrible Name but Offers a Great Advantage

Enabling the feature in Horizon Zero Dawn allows you to learn how to play it in a whole new way.

source https://www.wired.com/story/new-game-plus-advantages

Why Can’t People Teleport?

Set your phasers on stun, because we are going to beam you up on the physics of teleportation.

source https://www.wired.com/story/why-cant-people-teleport

The 6 Best Sunrise Alarms to Help You Rise and Shine

Dead tired of feeling like a zombie in the morning? Wake up more easily (and catch more Z's) with an artificial sun simulator.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-sunrise-alarm-clocks

An Ethics Bounty System Could Help Clean Up the Web

Tech companies just need to adapt the bug bounty system they already use to detect vulnerabilities in code.

source https://www.wired.com/story/big-tech-ethics-bug-bounty

As the Arctic Warms, AI Forecasts Scope Out Shifting Sea Ice

Global warming is making it harder to predict the movement and location of the ice cover, crucial information for fishing and global shipping.

source https://www.wired.com/story/as-the-arctic-warms-ai-forecasts-scope-out-shifting-sea-ice

This Kindle Paperwhite is Almost Better Than the Pricey Oasis

With better battery life, faster charging, a bigger screen, and more storage, the newest Paperwhite is worth the upgrade.

source https://www.wired.com/review/kindle-paperwhite-2021

Of All the Video Game Remakes, Why Not SSX?

Twenty years after the game's initial release, SSX still has a passionate fan base longing for a revival.

source https://www.wired.com/story/why-no-ssx-remake

Our Favorite Digital Gift Ideas for Friends and Family

Forget the wrapping paper and shipping. Go digital this year with subscriptions, ebooks, apps, and more.

source https://www.wired.com/story/gift-cards-and-digital-gift-ideas

The United Nations Could Finally Create New Rules for Space

The proposal to create a process for preventing military confrontations and misunderstandings in orbit would be the first major step in more than 40 years.

source https://www.wired.com/story/the-united-nations-could-finally-create-new-rules-for-space

Even as China Cracks Down on Tech, AI Companies Plan IPOs

SenseTime and Megvii both include facial recognition technology among their offerings and do a lot of business with government agencies.

source https://www.wired.com/story/china-cracks-down-tech-ai-companies-plan-ipos

Facebook Drops Facial Recognition to Tag People in Photos

The social media company will delete data from images of more than 1 billion people.

source https://www.wired.com/story/facebook-drops-facial-recognition-tag-people-photos

How a Squid Game Crypto Scam Got Away With Millions

On the front lines of the $SQUID “rug pull” that left investors in the lurch.

source https://www.wired.com/story/squid-game-coin-crypto-scam

How Social Media Can Give the Silent Generation a Voice

Sometimes the people least likely to engage with Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or Zoom are the people who can benefit from it the most.

source https://www.wired.com/story/social-media-silent-generation

19 Face Masks We Actually Like to Wear

Our tips and picks to up your mask game—whether you’re heading back to the office or just want to stay safe and stylish.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-face-masks

The Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Is the Comeback King

This wireless wonder proves B&W has resurrected its iconic Zeppelin speaker with aplomb.

source https://www.wired.com/review/bowers-and-wilkins-zeppelin

Climate-Driven Extinction Made Mammals' Teeth Less Weird

Fossils show how species diversity—and dental diversity—suddenly collapsed 30 million years ago, suggesting a link between climate, diet, and survival.

source https://www.wired.com/story/climate-driven-extinction-made-mammals-teeth-less-weird