Algorithms Are Coming for Democracy

Transparent's New Wireless Speaker Is a Love Letter to Brutalism

In a departure from its previously see-through speakers, Transparent is going all in on ‘50s aggro architecture

Published: 2024-11-26 14:55:49

Best Portable Charger of 2024: iPhones, iPads, Laptops & More

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

Published: 2024-11-26 14:33:00

Insta360 Ace Pro 2 Review: 8K Action Camera With a Leica Lens

Insta360’s Ace Pro 2 brings a Leica lens, flip-up screen, and (limited) 8K video to the action camera.

Published: 2024-11-26 14:00:00

Phone Maker Xiaomi Made the Car That Apple Couldn't

Great build, deeply integrated tech and unrivalled connectivity—with its very first EV, Xiaomi is already showing the likes of Ford and Volvo where they're going wrong, and what Apple could have done.

Published: 2024-11-26 13:43:15

The 5 Best Down Pillows We Found After Months of Nighttime Testing (2024)

After months of testing on a wide variety of down (and down alternative) pillows, we've found the best ones to help you get the best rest.

Published: 2024-11-26 13:37:00

The Virtual Villages Helping Digital Nomads Find Real-World Friends

Itinerant online workers needn’t suffer a single day of lonesomeness with these digital-first friend-finders.

Published: 2024-11-26 13:00:00

DJI Mic Mini Review: Tiny Wireless Microphones

Honey, DJI shrunk the mics.

Published: 2024-11-26 13:00:00

Traveling to Japan? Here Are 8 Useful Apps for Getting Around

Whether you plan to enjoy the nightlife in Tokyo, eat everything in Osaka, or explore the rural countryside, these apps will help you travel more easily in Japan.

Published: 2024-11-26 12:30:00

The Beginning of the End of Big Tech

From politicians to VC firms, everyone is falling out of love with the massive, money-oriented, global technology titans. In their place, we have the chance to build something open and trustworthy.

Published: 2024-11-26 12:05:00

Emergency Vehicle Lights Can Screw Up a Car's Automated Driving System

Newly published research finds that the flashing lights on police cruisers and ambulances can cause “digital epileptic seizures” in image-based automated driving systems, potentially risking wrecks.

Published: 2024-11-26 12:00:00

3 Simple Rules to Beat the Downsides of Aging

While we wait for scientists to come up with a miracle pill, we can take matters into our own hands with easy steps to ensure that life in old age isn’t also the end of living well.

Published: 2024-11-26 11:45:00

How Do You Get to Artificial General Intelligence? Think Lighter

Billions of dollars in hardware and exorbitant use costs are squashing AI innovation. LLMs need to get leaner and cheaper if progress is to be made.

Published: 2024-11-26 11:35:00

How Murderbot Saved Martha Wells' Life

Martha Wells created one of the most iconic characters in 21st-century science fiction: Murderbot, reluctant savior of humanity. Then she faced an existential threat of her own.

Published: 2024-11-26 11:00:00

Best Black Friday Deals on Outdoor Gear (2024)

Our favorite tents, sleeping bags, backpacks, and other outdoor gear are on sale now.

Published: 2024-11-26 10:32:00

Combining AI and Crispr Will Be Transformational

The genome-editing technology can be supercharged by artificial intelligence—and the results are already being felt.

Published: 2024-11-26 10:10:00

It’s Time to Make the Internet Safer for Kids

Parent power alone won’t ensure the next generation’s safety—politicians and tech firms must take steps, too.

Published: 2024-11-26 10:00:00

The Fossil Fuels Conversation Needs a Hard Reset

The term “reducing emissions” has outlived its usefulness, a crutch to soften the blow that’s being exploited by greenwashers. Now it’s time to get real.

Published: 2024-11-26 09:40:00

The Climate-Driven Diaspora Is Here

In 2025, extreme weather will drive more people from their homes. Governments have no plan. Where will they be welcome?

Published: 2024-11-26 09:40:00

Algorithms Are Coming for Democracy—but It's Not All Bad

Beyond the deepfakes and disinformation, the potential for AI to make politics more accessible and equitable cannot be ignored.

Published: 2024-11-26 09:10:00

We Need a New Right to Repair for Artificial Intelligence

A growing movement to allow access to algorithmic workings won’t stop the ubiquitous spread of artificial intelligence, but it could restore public confidence in it.

Published: 2024-11-26 09:00:00

Embrace the Shift to ‘Prosocial Media’

Engagement and profits on social platforms are built on fomenting dissatisfaction and disinformation—but there’s a better alternative.

Published: 2024-11-26 08:45:00

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Save 10% off with a Sephora coupon on trending makeup, skincare, perfumes, and other beauty products this holiday season when you sign up for text updates.

Published: 2024-11-26 07:40:00

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Discover verified DoorDash coupons like 15% off $15+ orders, or get $0 delivery fees for your first order from trending and local restaurants and stores.

Published: 2024-11-26 07:35:00

Home Chef Promo Codes - 50% off November 2024

Enjoy up to 50% off deliveries, free meals, and more with the latest Home Chef coupons this November.

Published: 2024-11-26 07:34:00

Exclusive $50 OFF VistaPrint Coupon | November 2024

Whether you’re looking to get your holiday shopping done all in one place or you’re looking for personalized gifts for your small biz, you can save up to $50 off with our exclusive VistaPrint promo code.

Published: 2024-11-26 07:30:00

Exclusive Nectar Coupon Code: 40% Off November 2024

Get 40% off mattresses, pillows, bed frames, and more with our WIRED exclusive Nectar promo code for November 2024.

Published: 2024-11-26 07:10:00

Dyson Promo Code: 20% Off November 2024

Get 20% off with our Dyson coupon code, plus save up to $300 on vacuums, tools, and more.

Published: 2024-11-26 07:00:00

Early Kindle Black Friday Deals and Amazon Device Sales (2024)

The brand-new Kindle lineup is already on sale, and so are many other Amazon products, from Eero routers to Echo speakers.

Published: 2024-11-26 00:46:15

Neuralink Plans to Test Whether Its Brain Implant Can Control a Robotic Arm

Elon Musk’s brain implant company is launching a new study to test whether its wireless device can control a robotic arm.

Published: 2024-11-25 22:44:49

COP29 Agreement Says Someone Should Pay to Help Developing Countries, but Not Who

Rich countries have agreed to pay developing nations $300 billion a year to help them with their climate actions—but the agreement doesn’t say who specifically should contribute or how.

Published: 2024-11-25 21:43:35

Does Cloud Gaming on PlayStation Portal Mark the End for Consoles?

PlayStation's handheld will finally support dedicated game streaming—and with another portable playing device supposedly inbound, can Sony make cloud gaming take off? If it can't, who else can?

Published: 2024-11-25 19:45:40

The 10 Best Gifts for Every Kind of Golfer (2024)

Make your favorite golfer’s day with the best gifts to enhance every part of their game.

Published: 2024-11-25 16:04:00

Novation Launchkey MK4 Review: A Great Cheap MIDI Keyboard

This affordable audio controller is great, especially if you use Ableton.

Published: 2024-11-25 15:03:00

7 Best Ski Gloves and Mittens, Editor Tested and Reviewed (2024)

WIRED has tested the best ski gloves and mittens for every style and budget.

Published: 2024-11-25 14:09:00

8 Best Robot Vacuums of 2024, Tested and Reviewed

Whether you’re up against pet hair or you want to splurge on a high-end laser-guided robot vacuum, we have the perfect pick for you.

Published: 2024-11-25 14:00:00

5 Best Personal Safety Alarms (2024), Tested and Reviewed

Make some noise for safety with our favorite alarms, from keychain sirens to wearable bracelets.

Published: 2024-11-25 13:02:00

Cybertruck’s Many Recalls Make It Worse Than 91 Percent of All 2024 Vehicles

Since launch, Tesla’s polarizing electric pickup has been beset by quality issues, and is now heading to be one of the most unreliable EVs made yet. Strangely, Cybertruck owners may not care one bit.

Published: 2024-11-25 12:00:00

Parallel Parking Is Stressful. Most Drivers Still Won’t Let the Robots Take Over

In the Western world, some automated driving features seem to have fallen out of favor. Not true in China—and the reasons why offer a preview of auto industry changes to come.

Published: 2024-11-25 11:30:00

The Future of Online Privacy Hinges on Thousands of New Jersey Cops

Removing your phone number and address from the internet can be exceedingly difficult. A multibillion-dollar lawsuit led by an unlikely privacy crusader could soon catalyze change for everyone.

Published: 2024-11-25 11:00:00

13 Best Toiletry Bags, Tested and Reviewed (2024)

Our team evaluated a ton of toiletry bags to find the best storage, organization, and design options for all your essentials.

Published: 2024-11-24 16:02:00

Roland Aira P-6 Sampler Review: Great Sound, Complicated Interface

This surprisingly deep instrument is probably too complicated for its own good.

Published: 2024-11-24 15:03:00

Lomography Lomo'Instant Wide Glass Review: The Best Instax Camera

A real glass lens in Lomography's new instant camera elevates Instax print to new heights.

Published: 2024-11-24 14:00:00

The 6 Best Apps to Find Bars and Restaurants While Traveling

Finding the perfect place to eat can make your trip. Here’s how to locate all the best spots.

Published: 2024-11-24 12:00:00

Mathematicians Just Debunked the ‘Bunkbed Conjecture’

This famous probability theory was intuitive, even obvious. It was also wrong.

Published: 2024-11-24 12:00:00

Snap's AR Spectacles Aren't as Fancy as Meta's Orion—but at Least You Can Get Them

Augmented reality glasses still have a long way to go, but Snap’s latest Spectacles—which are now available to developers—already have some real-world utility.

Published: 2024-11-24 11:30:00

How to Create a Future of Cheap Energy for All

The WIRED & Octopus Energy Tech Summit in Berlin was bursting with innovative ideas for reaching net zero and on working together at an ever-greater scale.

Published: 2024-11-24 08:00:00

Nike Promo Code: Extra 30% Off Select Styles

Check out our deals for Nike this month, including up to 60% off with our coupon code.

Published: 2024-11-24 07:00:00

Russia’s Ballistic Missile Attack on Ukraine Is an Alarming First

This is the first time Russia has used its so-called Oreshnik intermediate-range ballistic missile in combat. The launch also serves as a warning to the West.

Published: 2024-11-23 17:00:00

The Best LED Face Masks to Erase Wrinkles and Acne (2024)

Can red light therapy really help your skin? Here are the benefits certain wavelengths can bring your skin, and which LED face masks (and other LED devices) are worth buying.

Published: 2024-11-23 16:34:00