It's Time to Bring Back the AIM Away Message

The live chats of the past are now in our pockets and inescapable. We need better boundaries.

source https://www.wired.com/story/bring-back-the-aim-away-message

How I Monetized My Viral Baby Yoda TikTok Account

If you go mega-vi, there are ways to make money off of your content. But be warned: It relies on going viral often, and consistently.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-i-monetized-viral-baby-yoda-tiktok-account

MSR’s Hubba Hubba NX Tent Is Solid, but I Hate the Zippers

Redesigned for 2022, this lightweight backpacking tent still feels a few years behind the competition.

source https://www.wired.com/review/msr-hubba-hubba-nx

Unlock Your Diner Chef Dreams With a Colossal Outdoor Griddle

For most cooking tasks, a backyard flattop is more versatile—and easier to manage—than a grill.

source https://www.wired.com/review/cuisinart-36-inch-four-burner-gas-griddle

Hades Nails Its Depictions of Polyamory and Kink

The 2020 indie darling provides players with thoughtful romantic plots seldom seen in gaming.

source https://www.wired.com/story/hades-inclusivity-polyamory-kink

The Best Cheap Phones for Almost Every Budget

There’s little reason to pay top dollar for a smartphone. These Android devices and iPhones—ranging from $150 to $500—stood up to WIRED’s testing.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-cheap-phones

Power Up Anywhere With Our Favorite Portable Chargers

Keep your phone, tablet, laptop, and other electronics running with these handheld power banks.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-portable-chargers-power-banks

Let’s Get Our Shit Together—Literally

It's time to build the Poop Ark, a centralized collection of the entire animal kingdom's feces, for research, de-extinction, and more.

source https://www.wired.com/story/lets-get-our-shit-together-literally

A Father-Son Team Solves a Geometry Problem With Infinite Folds

The result could help researchers answer a larger question about flattening objects from the fourth dimension to the third dimension.

source https://www.wired.com/story/a-father-son-team-solves-a-geometry-problem-with-infinite-folds

Elon Musk’s Twitter Plans Would Mean Less Free Speech for Many

The platform has a history of standing up to governments. Its billionaire suitor wants to follow their rules to the letter.

source https://www.wired.com/story/elon-musk-free-speech-twitter-global-censorship

Become a Telegram Master With These 10 Tips and Tricks

Whether you've picked up the messaging app recently or you've been using it for ages, these tools can help you make the most of it.

source https://www.wired.com/story/10-telegram-tips-tricks

DuckDuckGo Isn’t as Private as You Think

Plus: A $150 million Twitter fine, a massive leak from a Chinese prison in Xinjiang, and an ISIS plot to assassinate George W. Bush.

source https://www.wired.com/story/duckduckgo-microsoft-twitter-ft-bush-assassination-whatsapp

Finding a PlayStation 5 Is About to Get Easier

Plus: Google Assistant comes to the Samsung Galaxy Watch4, and a new virtual space for streaming 360-degree audio invites you to jack in.

source https://www.wired.com/story/finding-a-playstation-5-gets-easier

In Dot’s Home, Your Choices Are Often Illusions

The game tackles housing inequality, gentrification, racism, and generational trauma with elegance and empathy.

source https://www.wired.com/story/dots-home-game

How to Clean Your Vinyl Records (Because They're Filthy!)

Those clicks and pops aren't supposed to be there! Give your music a bath with this handy guide.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-clean-vinyl

The Breaking Point Is Here—Again

Tragedies converge, apocalypse colors the air, and digital realities no longer suffice. Eventually everything, and everyone, cracks.

source https://www.wired.com/story/buffalo-uvalde-shootings-breaking-point

The 26 Best Outdoor Summer Deals From REI's Anniversary Sale

It's the most wonderful time of the year—when we start prepping for summer fun with titanium chopsticks and foldable kayaks.

source https://www.wired.com/story/rei-anniversary-sale-may-2022-1

Everything You Need to Know About Monkeypox

Here’s how to recognize monkeypox’s symptoms, how to prevent and treat the disease, and what to do if you think you’ve been exposed to it.

source https://www.wired.com/story/everything-you-need-to-know-about-monkeypox

The Most Powerful Story The Onion Ever Wrote

The publication runs a version of “‘No Way To Prevent This,' Says Only Nation Where This Regularly Happens” after every mass shooting in America.

source https://www.wired.com/story/the-onion-mass-shooting-article

How to Make a Microphone … From a Face Mask

The results won’t be high fidelity, but you can definitely turn sound into electric signals using an N95 and some physics knowledge.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-make-a-microphone-from-a-face-mask

The Best Laptop Deals Right Now—and Which One Is Right for You

Whether you’re looking for an all-arounder, a gaming powerhouse, or a wallet-friendly device, we’ve found discounts from trusted retailers.

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

Benjamin Franklin Meets the Blockchain

Plus: The early days of Y Combinator, a world without electricity, and a frightening new norm.

source https://www.wired.com/story/plaintext-south-park-commons

Plume’s SuperPods Offer Fast Wi-Fi and Motion Sensing

This plug-and-play mesh system delivers fast Wi-Fi and features, like motion sensing, that we’ve never seen before in a router.

source https://www.wired.com/review/plume-superpods-with-wi-fi-6

Are TikTok Algorithms Changing How People Talk About Suicide?

Social media users have adopted terms like unalive to avoid platform censorship. But not using the word suicide can stigmatize it.

source https://www.wired.com/story/algorithms-suicide-unalive

11 Great Memorial Day Deals on Sex Tech

Slide into summer with a bang this year, riding the wave from Masturbation May right into the long weekend.

source https://www.wired.com/story/masturbation-may-deals-2022

Google Urged to Stop Tracking Location Data Ahead of Roe Reversal

Lawmakers argue Android phone data could be “weaponized against women” if the US Supreme Court officially overturns abortion protections.

source https://www.wired.com/story/google-urged-stop-tracking-location-data-roe-reversal

Who Owns 4chan?

While the infamous imageboard's ties to mass shootings have long been clear, its relationship with a Japanese toymaker has remained remarkably murky.

source https://www.wired.com/story/who-owns-4chan

A Bored Ape Lawsuit Won't Set the NFT Precedent Seth Green Wants

After the actor's NFT and licensing agreement were stolen, he suggested going to court to win back intellectual property rights. Not so fast.

source https://www.wired.com/story/seth-green-bored-ape-nft-stolen

The ‘Form’ Element Created the Modern Web. Was It a Big Mistake?

A little HTML widget gave us all-powerful Amazon and Facebook. There's no closing Pandora's text box now.

source https://www.wired.com/story/form-element-modern-web-mistake

The Story of Abortion Pills and How They Work

Mifepristone and misoprostol are a safe and effective way to end a pregnancy, but many people around the world still don’t know these drugs exist.

source https://www.wired.com/story/abortion-pills-how-they-work

Microsoft’s Code-Writing AI Points to the Future of Computers

Today, AI can take control of characters in Minecraft. Soon, it could help you control your whole computer.

source https://www.wired.com/story/minecraft-ai-code-microsoft

Honor Magic 4 Pro Camera Samples

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/honor-magic-4-pro-camera-samples

Honor Magic 4 Pro Camera Samples

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/honor-magic-4-pro-camera-samples

‘Tough to Forge’ Digital Driver’s Licenses Are—Yep—Easy to Forge

Researchers found a litany of security flaws that allow simple, quick, and cheap forgeries in Australia.

source https://www.wired.com/story/digital-drivers-license-forgery-identity-theft

Say Cheese! Snap’s Pixy Is a Fun and Unique Selfie Drone

The adorable Snapchat flying camera makes it easier to capture precious moments—if you don’t mind short battery life and looking a little goofy.

source https://www.wired.com/review/snap-pixy

Researchers Made Ultracold Quantum Bubbles on the Space Station

NASA’s Cold Atom Laboratory runs super-low-temperature experiments in near-zero gravity that would be impossible to accomplish on Earth.

source https://www.wired.com/story/researchers-made-ultracold-quantum-bubbles-on-the-space-station

Our Favorite Mattresses Are on Sale for Memorial Day

Ring in the summer with a brand-new bed, mattress topper, or cover.

source https://www.wired.com/story/memorial-day-mattress-deals-2022

A Warehouse Worker Takes the Fight to Amazon Shareholders

In a first, warehouse “picker” Daniel Olayiwola will present a resolution at the company’s annual shareholder meeting.

source https://www.wired.com/story/amazon-warehouse-worker-shareholder-proposal

Proton Is Trying to Become Google—Without Your Data

The encrypted-email company, popular with security-conscious users, has a plan to go mainstream.

source https://www.wired.com/story/proton-mail-calendar-drive-vpn

The Mystery of Monkeypox’s Global Spread

Initial genomic sequencing suggests the virus hasn’t mutated to become more transmissible. So what explains its unprecedented rise across the world?

source https://www.wired.com/story/mystery-monkeypox-global-spread

What is Wi-Fi 7? Everything You Need to Know

The Wi-Fi 6E successor is likely more than a year away, but it promises to significantly boost the speed and stability of your wireless connections.

source https://www.wired.com/story/what-is-wi-fi-7

Sneakerella Proves Disney Needs to Try Harder

If the company wants to increase diversity in its movies and shows, it needs to make more new stories—not reboot the old ones.

source https://www.wired.com/story/sneakerella-essay

Think Airport Crowding Is Bad Now? Wait ’Til Summer

Increased demand and staffing shortages are already contributing to huge delays and airport logjams across the country. Here’s what you can do.

source https://www.wired.com/story/why-airport-crowding-is-so-bad

Open Source Intelligence May Be Changing Old-School War

Intelligence collected from public information online could be impacting traditional warfare and altering the calculus between large and small powers.

source https://www.wired.com/story/open-source-intelligence-war-russia-ukraine

A Novelist and an AI Cowrote Your Next Cringe-Read

The new novel Amor Cringe bills itself as “deepfake autofiction.” WIRED talked to its coauthors, K. Allado-McDowell and the language model GPT-3.

source https://www.wired.com/story/k-allado-mcdowell-gpt-3-amor-cringe

The Surveillance State Is Primed for Criminalized Abortion

A new report lays out existing US police surveillance capabilities that can easily be repurposed to monitor pregnant people.

source https://www.wired.com/story/surveillance-police-roe-v-wade-abortion

Welcome to the Zombie Cryptocalypse

The same qualities that make cryptocurrencies go bust also explain why they refuse to die.

source https://www.wired.com/story/bitcoin-ethereum-price-cryptocalypse-david-gerard

Eufy’s Treat-Dispensing Pet Camera Sends You Highlight Reels

This gizmo lets you sling treats to your dog or cat when you’re away and can play out your prerecorded voice commands.

source https://www.wired.com/review/eufy-pet-camera-d605

Rory Kinnear on Playing Men’s Villain with a Thousand Faces

Well, maybe not 1,000, but at least nine.

source https://www.wired.com/story/rory-kinnear-men-q-and-a

Marvel, Please Don’t Digitally Resurrect Stan Lee

The company has signed a deal to use his likeness for the next 20 years. Maybe it’s better to let him rest.

source https://www.wired.com/story/let-stan-lee-rest

How GDPR Is Failing

The world-leading data law changed how companies work. But four years on, there’s a lag on cleaning up Big Tech.

source https://www.wired.com/story/gdpr-2022

The Wetlands Are Drowning

A long-term study of a marsh was meant to ask whether rising levels of CO2 could help wetlands thrive despite rising seas. The plants aren’t keeping up.

source https://www.wired.com/story/the-wetlands-are-drowning

The Best Rain Jackets to Help You Brave the Elements

When it rains, it pours. Here are our picks for cold, wet days—plus expert tips on deciphering product specs.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-rain-jackets

20 Outstanding Online Co-Op Games to Play With Faraway Friends

Make a long-distance connection. These cooperative multiplayer games let you and your friends play together online.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-online-co-op-games

A Puzzling Quantum Scenario Appears to Violate a Law of Physics

By resolving a paradox about light in a box, researchers hope to clarify the concept of energy in quantum theory.

source https://www.wired.com/story/a-puzzling-quantum-scenario-appears-to-violate-a-law-of-physics

This Updated Curtain-Opening Robot Offers a Taste of Luxury

This retrofit robot makes your drapes smart, so you can open or close them on a schedule or with a voice command.

source https://www.wired.com/review/switchbot-curtain-2-rod

How to Limit Who Can Contact You on Facebook

You don't want just anyone in your inbox. Here's how to take control.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-limit-who-can-contact-you-on-facebook

5 Myths and Misconceptions About Coffee

Let's lay these tired ideas to rest so they don't stand between you and a good cuppa joe.

source https://www.wired.com/story/coffee-myths-and-misconceptions

Volodymyr Zelensky and the Art of the War Story

Video dispatches from the Ukrainian president skillfully dissolve Putin’s delusions. We would all do well to listen.

source https://www.wired.com/story/volodymyr-zelensky-video-ukraine-war

North Korean IT Workers Are Infiltrating Tech Companies

Plus: The Conti ransomware gang shuts down, Canada bans Huawei and ZTE, and more of the week’s top security news.

source https://www.wired.com/story/north-korea-it-workers-security-roundup

Apple’s Mixed-Reality Glasses Enter Our Actual Reality

Plus: Some beefier Qualcomm Snapdragon chips are on the way, and the right-to-repair movement hits a speed bump.

source https://www.wired.com/story/apple-ar-vr-glasses-get-closer-to-reality

Google Won’t Shut Down Your Legacy G Suite Account After All

And you can even keep your custom email address! But you need to confirm that your account is for personal, not business, use—here’s how.

source https://www.wired.com/story/google-legacy-g-suite-account

16 Great Deals on Video Games, Outdoor Gear, and Tech

We found discounts on digital downloads, streaming services, and smartphones too.

source https://www.wired.com/story/weekend-deals-may-21-2022

The Real Reason Matrix Resurrections Bombed

It’s back on HBO Max. Nobody cares. Because moviegoers hate themselves.

source https://www.wired.com/story/real-reason-matrix-4-bombed

The 24 Best Outdoor Summer Deals From REI's Anniversary Sale

It's the most wonderful time of the year—when we start prepping for summer fun with titanium chopsticks and foldable kayaks.

source https://www.wired.com/story/rei-anniversary-sale-may-2022

The Man Who Fell to Earth Creates a Believable Alien

The Showtime sequel to Nicolas Roeg's film takes place 45 years after the events in the original.

source https://www.wired.com/2022/05/geeks-guide-alex-kutzman

Which Google Pixel Phone (and Gear) Should You Buy?

Here’s a guide to all the models—plus case recommendations and hidden software tricks to try.

source https://www.wired.com/story/best-google-pixel-phone

The Private Equity Firm That Grounded Paul Allen’s Dream

Plus: A visit to Stratolaunch, the music of the future, and prices America can’t run on.

source https://www.wired.com/story/plaintext-private-equity-paul-allen-stratolaunch

On Top Gun: Maverick, She-Hulk, and the Fear of Liking Things

Tom Cruise’s return to the cockpit is getting raves. Meanwhile, Tatiana Maslany’s turn as a green superhero looks like an unnecessary Ally McBeal reboot. What is happening?

source https://www.wired.com/story/top-gun-she-hulk-anticipation

The Spendy Somnox 2 Robot Sends You to Slumberland

This cuddly robotic bedfellow helps you fall asleep faster and sleep better, but the price will give you nightmares.

source https://www.wired.com/review/somnox-2-sleep-robot

Men Is an Excellent Movie and I Have No Idea Who It’s For

Alex Garland’s latest cerebral genre piece is a timely bit of storytelling. But the people who need to see it may never seek it out.

source https://www.wired.com/story/men-alex-garland-review

How to Stay Informed Without Getting Paralyzed by Bad News

Every time we look at our phones, it seems something terrible has happened. Here’s how to monitor current events in a healthy way.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-stay-informed-paralyzed-bad-news

Nuclear Fusion Is Already Facing a Fuel Crisis

It doesn’t even work yet, but nuclear fusion has encountered a shortage of tritium, the key fuel source for the most prominent experimental reactors.

source https://www.wired.com/story/nuclear-fusion-is-already-facing-a-fuel-crisis

The Online Spider Market Is Massive—and Crawling With Issues

A new study shows the enormous extent of the global arachnid trade, one that might be undermining wild populations.

source https://www.wired.com/story/the-online-spider-market-is-massive-and-crawling-with-issues

Spyware Vendors Target Android With Zero-Day Exploits

New research from Google's Threat Analysis Group outlines the risks Android users face from the surveillance-for-hire industry.

source https://www.wired.com/story/android-spyware-cytrox-predator-google-tag

This Is How It Feels to Build a Video Game and Watch It Die

When a "live service" game goes down, it's a nightmare for the developers whose work vanishes with it.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-it-feels-build-video-game-watch-it-die

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

Solo Stove’s Pi Is My New Favorite Pizza Oven

This new pizza oven is compact, looks great, and keeps the handles of my cast-irons cool.

source https://www.wired.com/review/solo-stove-pi

The Incredible Shrinking Car Dealership

The way people buy automobiles is changing—so Honda and other manufacturers are adapting in kind.

source https://www.wired.com/story/car-dealers-electric-charging-smaller-online-shopping

Why It's So Hard to Count Twitter Bots

Elon Musk's method for tracking down bots may be useless, but finding a better formula is tougher than you think.

source https://www.wired.com/story/twitter-musk-bots

Roe’s Fall Will Limit Screening for Fatal Congenital Conditions

Many life-limiting conditions can only be detected 12 weeks into pregnancy—but some US states are planning to set to the abortion limit much earlier.

source https://www.wired.com/story/roe-fall-limit-screening-fatal-congenital-conditions

6 Great Deals on Robot Vacuums and Air Purifiers

Spring cleaning isn't just for your closet. Get rid of that pesky dust, pet dander, and pollen with some of our favorite gadgets.

source https://www.wired.com/story/robot-vacuum-air-purifier-deals-may-18-2022

14 Essentials You Need in a Car Emergency Kit

Whether you’re heading out for a road trip or just commuting around town, don’t leave home without the basics.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-car-emergency-kit-gear

Your iPhone Is Vulnerable to a Malware Attack Even When It’s Off

Researchers found a way to exploit the tech that enables Apple’s Find My feature, which could allow attackers to track location when a device is powered down.

source https://www.wired.com/story/iphone-find-my-malware-attack-vulnerability

The Fight for Abortion Rights Is a Battle Over History

Justice Samuel Alito says the right to abortion was unknown in US law until “the latter part of the 20th century.” History says otherwise.

source https://www.wired.com/story/abortion-rights-us-history

Adam Mosseri Says He Wants Big Tech to Give Up Control

The head of Instagram has a vision for using Web3 to shift power from tech platforms to content creators—which he says will ultimately benefit both.

source https://www.wired.com/story/adam-mosseri-instagram

Everything You Need to Make Beer, Wine, Cider, and Mead

Indoor plants and sewing projects don’t taste as good. Here’s what you need to make booze at home.

source https://www.wired.com/story/gear-for-making-beer-wine-cider-mead

The Internet Origin Story You Know Is Wrong

The history of the internet is repeatedly reduced to the story of the singular ARPANET. But BBSs were just as important—if not more.

source https://www.wired.com/story/internet-origin-story-bbs

The 6 Best Camping Stoves for Your Next Outdoor Adventure

We sautéed, boiled, and burned our food to find the best portable propane gas stoves.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-camping-stoves

Widely Available AI Could Have Deadly Consequences

US researchers' “Dr. Evil project” proves drug discovery AI could be used to create biochemical weapons.

source https://www.wired.com/story/ai-dr-evil-drug-discovery

How to Order Your Free At-Home Covid-19 Tests

The US government is sending 8 more at-home tests to every household. Here's how to get yours, and how to troubleshoot common problems.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-get-free-covid-19-tests

What’s the Deal With Synesthesia TikTok?

A growing number of people on the platform claim to have a perceptual condition that lets them smell colors, see music, or taste sounds. But do they really?

source https://www.wired.com/story/synesthesia-tiktok

US Courts Are Coming After Crypto Exchanges That Skirt Sanctions

A newly unsealed opinion is likely the first decision from a US federal court to find that cryptocurrencies can't be used to evade sanctions.

source https://www.wired.com/story/cryptocurrency-evade-sanctions-us-court-opinion

Feds Warn Employers Against Discriminatory Hiring Algorithms

As AI invades the interview process, the DOJ and EOCC have provided guidance to protect people with disabilities from bias.

source https://www.wired.com/story/ai-hiring-bias-doj-eocc-guidance

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

Slow Internet? Here’s How to Run a Wi-Fi Speed Check

Diagnose connectivity issues on your computer, smartphone, or game console.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-test-wifi-speed

In Memoriam: Forgetting Your Password

​In our passwordless future, we'll lose the frustration—and freedom—of getting locked out.

source https://www.wired.com/story/in-memoriam-forgetting-passwords

Amazon Has Too Many Warehouses. Now Sellers Are Paying More

Sellers keep getting hit with fee increases—at a time when shelves are sitting empty.

source https://www.wired.com/story/amazon-warehouse-sellers

The Bad Times Are Coming for Startups

A spate of layoffs is just the first sign of trouble for early-stage companies facing an economic downturn.

source https://www.wired.com/story/startups-layoffs-economy-bad-times

The Post-Roe Battleground for Abortion Pills Will Be Your Mailbox

If regulation of abortion access falls to the states, it will unleash legal havoc over pregnancy-ending medications that are shipped across state lines.

source https://www.wired.com/story/the-post-roe-battleground-for-abortion-pills-will-be-your-mailbox

The Best Vinyl Accessories to Jazz Up Your Analog Audio

From record cleaners to slip mats, these extras are for budding enthusiasts and die-hard collectors alike.

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

Could Life Use a Longer Genetic Code? Maybe, but It’s Unlikely

In theory, the building blocks of life are possible with a more expansive code than three-letter codons. New work shows that would be a challenge.

source https://www.wired.com/story/could-life-use-a-longer-genetic-code-maybe-but-its-unlikely

If Tech Fails to Design for the Most Vulnerable, It Fails Us All

Building around the so-called typical user is a dangerous mistake.

source https://www.wired.com/story/technology-design-marginalized-communities

How to Turn Any Document Into a PDF

Master the file format that works everywhere and anywhere—even from your phone.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-turn-document-into-pdf

How to Stay Cool Without Air-Conditioning

Don't break a sweat trying to beat the heat. We make it easy with these tips on what to wear, how to hydrate, and which cooling gadgets can help.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-stay-cool-without-air-conditioning

Tips for Cargo Biking With Your Kids

You’ve decided to join the ebiking boom, and so have your kids. Congrats! Here's the gear and advice you need to ride safely.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-family-ebike-with-kids

KEF’s New LS60 Wireless Speakers Are an Absolute Triumph

The audiophile brand has just launched the world’s finest streaming speakers with grin-inducing sound, but are they worth $7,000?

source https://www.wired.com/review/review-kef-ls60-wireless

Peloton’s ‘Worst-Kept Secret’ Is Out (Yes, It’s a Rowing Machine)

Plus: The iPod is dead, iPhones might go USB-C, folding screens get bendier, and a beloved music synthesizer gets an upgrade.

source https://www.wired.com/story/peloton-rowing-machine-revealed

The NSA Swears It Has ‘No Backdoors’ in Next-Gen Encryption

Plus: New details of ICE’s dragnet surveillance in the US, Clearview AI agrees to limit sales of its faceprint database, and more.

source https://www.wired.com/story/nsa-backdoor-encryption-security-roundup

The HyperX Quadcast S Is Our Go-To Streaming Mic

Great looks and good sound make this USB microphone a favorite for new and veteran Twitch streamers alike.

source https://www.wired.com/review/hyperx-quadcast-s

Farming Drives Toward ‘Precision Agriculture’ Technologies

Although real-world data is scant, proponents say robotics and AI will soon revolutionize agriculture.

source https://www.wired.com/story/farming-drives-towards-precision-agriculture-technologies

How to Use Tech to Perform Acts of Kindness

Tech can get us down—but it can also empower us to help others. Here’s how to volunteer virtually, share your skills, or simply brighten someone’s day.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-use-tech-to-perform-acts-of-kindness

9 Great Deals on Audio Tech, Projectors, and Coffee Gear

These discounts can help you make home your happy place.

source https://www.wired.com/story/weekend-deals-5-14-2022

Where to Buy Vinyl Records Online and in Person

The best way to support your favorite musicians is by going straight to the source.

source https://www.wired.com/story/where-to-buy-vinyl-records

A ‘Radical’ Ruling Lets Texas Ban Social Media Moderation

The US Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit reinstated a law that says that a user can’t be censored based on their “viewpoint.”

source https://www.wired.com/story/texas-social-media-moderation-ban

How Realistic Is the Celestial Navigation in Moon Knight?

You can definitely use the stars as your guide. But let’s check whether a scene from the Disney+ live action series would work in the real world.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-realistic-is-the-celestial-navigation-in-moon-knight

TikTok’s New, Terrible Trend

Johnny Depp is suing Amber Heard for defamation. As the trial wears on, mocking her testimony has become the latest disturbing thing to go viral on social media.

source https://www.wired.com/story/tiktok-depp-heard

25 Amazingly Addictive Couch Co-Op Games

Settle in for some bonding time. These are some of the best cooperative titles for two to eight players, all playable on a single TV.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-local-couch-co-op-games

A World Without iPods

Plus: An interview with Steve Jobs, keeping up with early MIT hackers, and a relatable collapse.

source https://www.wired.com/story/plaintext-world-without-ipods

2 Visions Clash Over How to Fight Online Child Abuse in Europe

A new EU proposal would allow forced searches of users’ messages. Critics say the plan goes too far.

source https://www.wired.com/story/eu-child-abuse-law

A Guide to Abortion Resources in a Post-Roe America

Most people don’t think about abortion until they need one. But with the right to access under threat, the time to plan is now.

source https://www.wired.com/story/guide-abortion-resources-post-roe-america

Apple Together Brings Corporate Workers Into the Union Effort

The solidarity movement has helped give tools and support as the company's retail employees organize.

source https://www.wired.com/story/apple-together-solidarity-union-organizing

How One Company Helps Keep Russia’s TV Propaganda Machine Online

Russia is using satellites controlled by French operator Eutelsat to broadcast state-run programming. A grassroots group is pushing for that to stop.

source https://www.wired.com/story/eutelsat-russia-ukraine-propaganda-denis-diderot-committee

Terra’s Crypto Meltdown Was Inevitable

An epic crash in algorithmic stablecoins spells trouble for the entire industry.

source https://www.wired.com/story/terra-luna-collapse

9 Great Sex Tech Deals for Masturbation May

Sexual health is a fundamental human right, and what better way to exercise it than with a new vibe.

source https://www.wired.com/story/masturbation-may-deals-2022

Sony’s All-New Flagship Noise-Cancelers Are Still the Best

These are among the very best-sounding wireless headphones you can buy, which should shock absolutely no one.

source https://www.wired.com/review/review-sony-wh-1000xm5

The Web3 Decentralization Debate Is Focused on the Wrong Question

Fixating on the degree—rather than the type—of decentralization is leading us astray.

source https://www.wired.com/story/web3-blockchain-decentralization-governance

The Best TV Streaming Devices for Cord Cutters

We've tested dozens of devices for watching stuff on 4K or HD TVs. These are our favorites.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-4k-streaming-devices

The Hidden Race to Protect the US Bioeconomy From Hacker Threats

A biotech threat intelligence group is gaining supporters as urgency mounts around an overlooked vulnerable sector.

source https://www.wired.com/story/biotech-security-threats

Google Finally Gets Serious About Android Tablets

More than 20 Google apps will be updated with tablet optimizations in the coming weeks.

source https://www.wired.com/story/google-android-12l-13-tablets-google-io-2022

Google Assistant’s Future Is Looking Us Right in the Face

Google says its voice assistant is getting more conversational, and that face unlocking is ready to replace wake words. But don't hold your breath.

source https://www.wired.com/story/google-assistant-natural-language-sissie-hsiao

11 Travel Deals to Take You Anywhere You Want

Grab these deals on luggage, electronics, napping gear, and more on your way to your summer adventures.

source https://www.wired.com/story/travel-deals-may-11-2022

The EU Wants Big Tech to Scan Your Private Chats for Child Abuse

Europe’s proposed child protection laws could undermine end-to-end encryption for billions of people.

source https://www.wired.com/story/europe-csam-scanning-law-chat-encryption

An Elusive Gravity Signal Could Mean Faster Earthquake Warnings

Tiny wobbles in Earth’s gravitational field could help detect big tremors faster, but they’re hard to tease out from the planet’s seismic noise.

source https://www.wired.com/story/an-elusive-gravity-signal-could-mean-faster-earthquake-warnings

How to Protest Safely: What to Bring and What to Do

If you’re planning on hitting the streets, here’s what you need to know.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-protest-safely-gear-tips

Ford’s F-150 Lightning Is a Refined Beast

Prodigious power combined with child’s-play controls make this truck the ultimate do-anything EV.

source https://www.wired.com/story/ford-f-150-lightning-first-drive

AMD Gave Google Cloud Rare Access to Its Tech to Hunt Chip Flaws

By working together, the companies say they’re better able to find security flaws in Google Cloud’s Confidential Computing infrastructure.

source https://www.wired.com/story/google-cloud-amd-confidential-computing-security-audit

How YouTube Can Rewrite the Past and Shape an Election

Philippine researcher Fatima Gaw says the platform has become a hub for pro-Marcos historical revisionism.

source https://www.wired.com/story/youtube-philippines-election

Miami’s Bitcoin Conference Left a Trail of Harassment

For some women, inappropriate conduct from other conference-goers continued to haunt them online.

source https://www.wired.com/story/bitcoin-week-harassment

Microsoft’s Latest Hardware Is More Accessible and Customizable

The wireless system—a mouse, a button, and a hub—is designed to increase productivity for those with limited mobility.

source https://www.wired.com/story/microsoft-adaptive-accessories-pc-smartphone

The Best iPhone SE Cases and Accessories

Apple’s cheapest smartphone deserves some good protection.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-iphone-se-cases-accessories

Ticks Are Spreading in the US—and Taking New Diseases With Them

The vast majority of tick-borne disease goes unrecorded, meaning life-threatening pathogens are traveling under the radar to new locations.

source https://www.wired.com/story/ticks-are-spreading-in-the-us-and-taking-new-diseases-with-them

Supernatural VR Makes Working Out More Accessible Than Ever

The virtual reality fitness program is inspiring users—like me—who say they never felt accepted by traditional gyms.

source https://www.wired.com/story/supernatural-virtual-reality-exercise-gyms

EOS Was the World’s Most Hyped Blockchain. Members Want It Back

Block.One created the EOS blockchain and raised $4 billion in a record-breaking ICO. Now, its users have taken over.

source https://www.wired.com/story/eos-bullish-blockone-blockchain

The Web3 Movement’s Quest to Build a ‘Can’t Be Evil’ Internet

Crypto dreamers want to free us from Big Tech and exploitative capitalism—using only the blockchain, game theory, and code. What could possibly go wrong?

source https://www.wired.com/story/web3-paradise-crypto-arcade

The Ramifications of Roe’s Fall Won’t Stop at Abortion Bans

In certain states, politicians could leap on the opportunity to push for the criminalization of certain methods of birth control and impair access to IVF.

source https://www.wired.com/story/ramifications-of-post-roe-world

The 4 Best Water Leak Detectors for Your Home

Don't let busted pipes or an overflowing washing machine dampen your day. A smart water sensor can reduce the risk of damage to your home.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-water-leak-detectors

The Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro Is Worth the Weight

Despite its so-so battery life and chonky weight, this is the perfect entry point to the world of cinema cameras.

source https://www.wired.com/review/blackmagic-pocket-cinema-camera-6k-pro

What to Do If You Can't Log In to Your Google Account

Locked outside your calendar or Gmail? Here's how to get un-stuck—and prevent it from happening in the first place.

source https://www.wired.com/story/what-to-do-locked-out-cant-log-in-google-account

The Internet Gave Rise to the Modern Multiverse Movie

From the new 'Doctor Strange' to 'Everything Everywhere All at Once,' stories of infinite universes serve as metaphors for our many identities, online and off.

source https://www.wired.com/story/internet-multiverse-movies

The Desert’s Fragile Skin Can’t Take Much More Heat

Climate change and human activity are destroying the layers of fungi, lichen, and bacteria that protect deserts from erosion.

source https://www.wired.com/story/the-fragile-skin-of-the-desert-cant-take-much-more-heat

The Desert’s Fragile Skin Can’t Take Much More Heat

Climate change and human activity are destroying the layers of fungi, lichen, and bacteria that protect deserts from erosion.

source https://www.wired.com/story/the-deserts-fragile-skin-cant-take-much-more-heat

These Are Our Favorite Robot Vacuums

From no-frills cleaners to high-end automation, we have the perfect pick for you.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-robot-vacuums

Who Are Instagram's Infertility Influencers Really Helping?

After my second miscarriage, I scrolled and scrolled. All around me was aspirational grieving—and I had come undone.

source https://www.wired.com/story/mother-day-ivf-instagram-influencers

A Brain Chemical Helps Neurons Know When to Start a Movement

Dopamine, a neurochemical often associated with reward behavior, seems to help organize precisely when the brain initiates movements.

source https://www.wired.com/story/dopamine-helps-neurons-know-when-to-start-a-movement

Bluetran’s Lightning Escooter Is Too Much, and It’s Great

This heavyweight escooter packs on the power and the pounds.

source https://www.wired.com/review/bluetran-lightning

7 Tips to Work Smarter in Google Docs

Try these productivity tricks and get more done in less time.

source https://www.wired.com/story/7-google-docs-productivity-tips

Science Is Redefining Motherhood. If Only Society Would Let It

It's time to decouple maternity from womanhood. Recent advances in fertility science are helping pave the way toward inclusivity.

source https://www.wired.com/story/science-redefining-motherhood

Apple, Google, and Microsoft Team Up to Vanquish the Password

Plus: Sonos gets vocal, Twitter tightens up, and Lyft will let you ride with strangers again.

source https://www.wired.com/story/fido-alliance-passwordless-login-browser-support

Data Brokers Track Abortion Clinic Visits for Anyone to Buy

Plus: Russia rerouted internet in occupied Ukraine, Grindr sold its users' location data to ad networks, and more.

source https://www.wired.com/story/data-brokers-tracking-abortion-clinics-security-news

Hockey Star Zach Hyman Has Made Esports His Off-Ice Hustle

The Oilers forward's experience playing in the NHL and gaming with his family put him in a unique spot to translate traditional sports into pixels.

source https://www.wired.com/story/zach-hyman-esports-gaming-hockey-edmonton-oilers

Apple Mail Now Blocks Email Tracking. Here’s What That Means

If you don’t like marketers (or anyone else) knowing when and where you read your email, Apple’s feature will help you reclaim some privacy.

source https://www.wired.com/story/apple-mail-blocks-email-tracking-heres-what-it-means

12 Great Weekend Deals on Smol iPads, TVs, and Theraguns

Now is a great time to upgrade your home viewing, gaming, or relaxing with a couple of our favorite fun-size devices.

source https://www.wired.com/story/weekend-deals-may-7-2022

9 Laptops We’ve Tested and Love

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

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

9 Laptops We’ve Tested and Love

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

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

How a Telemedicine Abortion Provider Is Bracing for Post-Roe Life

The CEO of digital abortion clinic Hey Jane discusses the grim future of reproductive rights in the US and the clinic's plans to keep providing access.

source https://www.wired.com/story/telemedicine-abortion-post-roe-future

The Fall of Roe Would Put Big Tech in a Bind

Alphabet, Meta, and others collect heaps of user data that could be exploited by law enforcement—and create legal hazards.

source https://www.wired.com/story/big-tech-roe-abortion

The Next Civil War Reads Like Dystopian Realism

The warnings about political violence in Stephen Marche's latest book are like something out of science fiction.

source https://www.wired.com/2022/05/geeks-guide-stephen-marche

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

Apple Has Lost Its Soul. But Who Cares?

Plus: Jony Ive’s final Apple project, platforms without algorithms, and a major NFT development.

source https://www.wired.com/story/plaintext-apple-soul-who-cares

Star Wars Ain’t What It Used to Be

Another May the Fourth rolls around with the franchise feeling more like it's on auto-pilot than hyperdrive.

source https://www.wired.com/story/obi-wan-kenobi-star-wars-future

A Vast Underground Water System Helps Drive Antarctica’s Glaciers

Scientists have finally found Antarctica’s missing groundwater, which will help them predict ice flows on the continent.

source https://www.wired.com/story/a-vast-underground-water-system-helps-drive-antarcticas-glaciers

Uber and Lyft Drivers Must Now Set Their Own Mask Rules

After pandemic safety measures ended in the US, ride-hailing companies lifted their requirements for riders—leaving those behind the wheel on their own.

source https://www.wired.com/story/uber-lyft-driver-masks

VPN Providers Threaten to Quit India Over New Data Law

The country has ordered companies operating VPNs to collect user data and hand it over to officials—but they’re refusing to do so.

source https://www.wired.com/story/india-vpn-data-law

This VR App Has Legs

Spatial adds support for full-body virtual avatars, giving realism in VR a step up.

source https://www.wired.com/story/spatial-vr-full-body-avatars

Every ISP in the US Must Block These 3 Pirate Streaming Services

The 96 internet service providers were told to enforce the orders “by any technological means available.”

source https://www.wired.com/story/streaming-services-piracy-blocked-isps-united-states

These Are the 10 Android Phones Worth Buying

Shopping for a new phone can be an ordeal. Let us take some of the pain out of it with these WIRED-tested picks and tips.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-android-phones

The Infinite Deaths of Social Media

The social internet has always thrived on rebirth. If Elon Musk’s rule leads to Twitter’s demise, it makes room for something new.

source https://www.wired.com/story/twitter-end-good-thing

You Don't Have to Quit Meat to Save the Planet—Just Eat Less

If everyone ate just 20 percent less beef, deforestation rates by 2050 could be half as bad.

source https://www.wired.com/story/beef-eating-deforestation

Tech Companies Are Not Ready for the Post-Roe Era

Silicon Valley firms are about to be at the center of the storm around abortion access and reproductive rights. They need to prepare.

source https://www.wired.com/story/tech-companies-not-ready-post-roe-era

9 Great Star Wars Day Deals on Apparel, Movies, and Phone Cases

Hundreds of Bothans died to bring us these deals.

source https://www.wired.com/story/may-the-4th-star-wars-deals-2022

The Roe v. Wade Opinion Is Not the First Supreme Court Leak

US precedents include the famous Dred Scott slavery case. But leaks never bode well for the court-journalist relationship.

source https://www.wired.com/story/supreme-court-leak-journalism

The Best Games Have the Smartest Learning Curves

Casual gamers tend to avoid really difficult titles (cough, Elden Ring). But dying a lot doesn't have to be frustrating.

source https://www.wired.com/story/video-games-learning-curves

India’s New Super App Has a Privacy Problem

Tata Neu is the country’s latest do-everything app. When users signed up, their personal information was already there.

source https://www.wired.com/story/india-tata-super-app-privacy

Fast, Cheap, and Out of Control: Inside Shein’s Sudden Rise

The Chinese company has become a fast-fashion juggernaut by appealing to budget-conscious Gen Zers. But its ultralow prices are hiding unacceptable costs.

source https://www.wired.com/story/fast-cheap-out-of-control-inside-rise-of-shein

Shanghai Is Rewriting Chinese Censorship Amid Lockdown

Censors are cracking down on free speech online, but people are finding new ways to get around them.

source https://www.wired.com/story/shanghai-lockdown-china-censorship

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

Is Leaking a SCOTUS Opinion a Crime? The Law Is Far From Clear

The leak of a draft opinion overturning Roe v. Wade quickly sparked a court investigation. Which laws may have been violated, if any, remains uncertain.

source https://www.wired.com/story/scotus-roe-v-wade-opinion-leak-legal-risk

Our Favorite Outdoor Security Cams for Your Home or Business

These weatherproof devices can keep a watchful eye on your property and let you get on with life.

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

The Pandemic Gave Scientists a New Way to Spy on Emissions

Researchers have struggled to quantify in real time how much carbon dioxide humans spout. Lockdowns presented a unique opportunity to get a clearer picture.

source https://www.wired.com/story/the-pandemic-gave-scientists-a-new-way-to-spy-on-emissions

How to Embrace Despair in the Age of Climate Change

It's tempting to think that activism is the cure for eco-anxiety. But it's no substitute for emotional resilience and community.

source https://www.wired.com/story/generation-dread-britt-wray-climate-change

Our Favorite Headphones and Earbuds for $100 or Less

You could fill a stadium or two with all the cheap headphones out there. We tested a ton to help you pick the right pair.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-headphones-under-100

Don’t Call Tony Fadell an Asshole—He Prefers ‘Mission Driven’

In his new book Build, the founder of Nest gets into how to be an effective leader, why the metaverse is bunk, and when quitting is a virtue.

source https://www.wired.com/story/dont-call-tony-fadell-an-asshole-he-prefers-mission-driven

Amazon Labor Union Loses Ground in Staten Island Push

After a surprising win last month, workers have voted against against unionizing a second warehouse in the NYC borough.

source https://www.wired.com/story/amazon-staten-island-union-vote

15 Great Amazon Pet Day Deals on Cameras, Robot Vacs, and Toys

Treat your furry friend—and yourself—with these discounted goodies.

source https://www.wired.com/story/amazon-pet-day-deals-may-2022

Samsung’s Galaxy S22 Phones Are the Cheapest We’ve Seen Them

They're still expensive, but if you've been eyeing the S22 Ultra and its 10x optical zoom camera, it's a good time to buy.

source https://www.wired.com/story/samsung-galaxy-s22-deals-may-2022

All Our Favorite Accessories for the Nintendo Switch

Here are some screen protectors, chargers, and other extras for your new best friend.

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

MSI GS77 Stealth Proves Even Gamers Need More Than Raw Power

With the latest mobile gaming tech from Intel and Nvidia now out, MSI has updated its slim gaming powerhouse laptop. But it's got tough competition.

source https://www.wired.com/review/msi-gs77-stealth-laptop

Everything’s a WeWork Now

Years after the coworking giant’s highly publicized decline, its principles have permeated traditional offices and unlikely work spaces alike.

source https://www.wired.com/story/wework-coworking-office-spaces

Give Fitbits (of Sorts) to the Trees

You can tell a lot about a tree by its sway, so scientists are outfitting them with accelerometers. That could help the West better manage its water.

source https://www.wired.com/story/give-fitbits-of-sorts-to-the-trees

To Win the Next War, the Pentagon Needs Nerds

Data scientists, coders, and other techies could prove decisive in future conflicts—if Uncle Sam can recruit them.

source https://www.wired.com/story/to-win-the-next-war-the-pentagon-needs-nerds

This Chinese EV Sells At Just Over $5,000. So We Tried It

Wuling's Mini EV, made in partnership with General Motors, outsells Tesla’s Model 3 in China and costs less than adding CarPlay to a Ferrari.

source https://www.wired.com/story/review-wuling-hongguang-mini-ev

Breathe Easy—We Found the Best Air Purifiers

Keep the wildfire smoke, smog, and allergens out. We tested standard and HEPA models to find the right one for your home.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-air-purifiers

Share Your Memories With Our Favorite Digital Picture Frames

Get your photos off your phone and in front of your friends and family with these connected displays.

source https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-digital-picture-frames

An Antimatter Experiment Shows Surprises Near Absolute Zero

An experiment conducted on hybrid matter-antimatter atoms has defied researchers’ expectations.

source https://www.wired.com/story/an-antimatter-experiment-shows-surprises-near-absolute-zero

The Skydio 2+ Drone Lets You Fly Like a Pro

Aside from its camera, the new and improved Skydio 2+ is tantalizingly close to the perfect drone.

source https://www.wired.com/review/skydio-2-plus-drone

How to Remove Your Personal Info From Google's Search Results

Maybe you don't want your phone number, email, home address, and other details out there for all the web to see. Here's how to make them vanish.

source https://www.wired.com/story/remove-personal-info-from-google-search-results

How to Use Windows Security to Keep Your PC Protected

Your Microsoft computer comes with built-in safety software that shields you from the worst threats. Here's how to navigate your toolkit.

source https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-use-windows-security

Automation Isn't the Biggest Threat to US Factory Jobs

German factories have more robots than their US counterparts—so why are Americans four times more likely to leave their manufacturing jobs?

source https://www.wired.com/story/robots-automation-jobs-manufacturing-labor-germany-us

Le Creuset's Bread Oven Bakes Great Loaves—for a Price

The new bread-baking set from the top name in cast-iron cookware makes beautiful loaves—and commands a premium price.

source https://www.wired.com/review/le-creuset-bread-oven