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