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Updated 2024-05-17 09:46
The Latest Online Culture War Is Humans vs. Algorithms
Ever feel like Instagram or TikTok algorithms know you a bit too well? The backlash against automated curation is building, and new algorithm-free platforms are springing up.
I’m a Boy. Does Playing Female Characters in Video Games Make Me Gay?
WIRED's advice columnist answers questions about fantasy vs. reality.
Recruiters Are Going Analog to Fight the AI Application Overload
Indeed and LinkedIn are incorporating more generative AI to improve the recruiting and job-hunting processes. Some recruiters are still unconvinced.
Apple's iPhone Browser-Choice Option Sucks. Its Competitors Have Ideas to Improve It
European iPhone owners are being shown a new pop-up screen listing alternatives to the Safari browser. The developers of the browsers shown on that screen are torn about the user experience.
Why China Is So Bad at Disinformation
China's state-sponsored disinformation campaign has been running at a massive scale for seven years-but no one is looking at it.
Best Binoculars (2024): Nikon, Celestron, Swarovski, Zeiss
Whether you're bird-watching or baseball-spotting, we break down prices and specs to find the best pair for you.
11 Best Sleeping Bags (2024): Ultralight, for Car Campers, Warm Weather, for Kids
Whether you're climbing peaks or taking the family to the local park, we've found the best sleeping bags for every temperature, budget, and camping expedition.
11 Best Smart Notebooks and Smart Pens (2024): Tablets, Digital Pens, and Reusable Books
These nifty tools combine the ease of jotting notes by hand with the power of saving them digitally.
9 Best Password Managers (2024): Features, Pricing, and Tips
Keep your logins locked down with our favorite password management apps for PC, Mac, Android, iPhone, and web browsers.
Motorola Moto G Power 5G 2024 Review: Fantastic Value
This is undeniably Motorola's finest Moto G yet and a killer phone at $300. It's a shame it'll get only one software update.
How to Get Free Kindle Books With Your Library Card (2024)
All you need is an internet connection, a library card, and a good ebook reader to dive into your next page-turner.
I Tried These AI-Based Productivity Tools. Here’s What Happened
Hoping to make life easier, I tested six AI-powered tools meant to help me write better and work smarter.
The Mysterious ‘Dark’ Energy That Permeates the Universe Is Slowly Eroding
Physicists call the dark energy that drives the universe the cosmological constant." Now the largest map of the cosmos to date hints that this mysterious energy has been changing over billions of years.
7 Best Sleeping Pads (2024): For Camping, Backpacking, and Travel
Whether you're snoozing in a campground or schlepping up to an alpine valley, these are the best pads we've found for resting your weary bones.
10 Best Robot Vacuums (2024): Mops, Budget Vacs, Great Mapping
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.
Ceretone Core One OTC Hearing Aids Review: Tiny and Barely Useful
These hearing aids are tiny and nearly invisible, but they aren't terribly effective.
The 25 Best iPad Accessories (2024): Cases, Keyboards, Chargers, and Hubs
These are some of our favorite stands, cases, keyboards, and styli, no matter which Apple tablet you have.
The Best New Albums of Spring 2024
New music from Maggie Rogers, Tyla, Brittany Howard, and SchoolBoy Q showcase distinct artistic evolutions.
Meta’s Ray-Ban Smart Shades Get a Fresh Blast of AI
Plus: Leaked details tell us more about the new Google Pixel 8A, Freitag's environmentally conscious bag is entirely recyclable, and it's time to unpack a whole bunch of tech acronyms.
1 in 3 Americans Live in Areas With Dangerous Air Pollution
Climate change is increasing the number of days people are exposed to hazardous pollution, affecting already disadvantaged communities the most.
School Employee Allegedly Framed a Principal With Racist Deepfake Rant
Plus: Google holds off on killing cookies, Samourai Wallet founders get arrested, and GM stops driver surveillance program.
Russia Vetoed a UN Resolution to Ban Space Nukes
A ban on weapons of mass destruction in orbit has stood since 1967. Russia apparently has other ideas.
Roborock’s Robot Vacuums—Including WIRED’s Top Pick—Are on Sale Right Now
More like Robot Rock, am I right? (Sorry.) These are some of the best dust busters around, and they're cheaper than usual.
Tesla Autopilot Was Uniquely Risky—and May Still Be
In an investigative report into crashes and deaths associated with Tesla Autopilot, federal regulators concluded that the system lacked standard protections.
The 17 Best Movies on Amazon Prime Right Now
From Road House to Bottoms, these are the must-watch films on Amazon Prime Video.
The 33 Best Shows on Amazon Prime Right Now
From Mr. and Mrs. Smith to Fallout, these are our picks for what you should be watching on the streamer.
Decades of Garry’s Mod Nintendo Uploads Are Disappearing
Nintendo is once again flexing its copyright muscles by filing takedown requests for user-generated content on the popular game platform.
10 Best Lubes (2024): Water-Based, Silicone, and Lube Dispensers
For the most sensitive parts of the human body, friction is the enemy. Here's how to keep it at bay.
The Best Govee Smart Lights (2024): M1 Light Strip, Envisual T2, and More Tips
Govee makes some of the best affordable smart lights, but its enormous range can be overwhelming and confusing. Here's how to choose the right fit for your home.
16 Best USB-C Cables (2024): For iPhones, Android Phones, Tablets, and Laptops
Unravel the tangled world of cords and find the ones you need to charge your gadgets and transfer data.
14 Best Car Phone Mounts, Chargers, and Accessories (2024): Wireless Chargers, MagSafe Holders, and Dashcams
These mobile accessories will make your smartphone a better-and safer-road trip companion.
Sale or No Sale, TikTok Will Never Be the Same
TikTok but without the algorithm? TikTok by Meta? A new law this week puts the platform on a death watch-and none of the potential outcomes look great.
15 Best Coffee Subscriptions to Keep You Wired (2024): Blends, Single-Origin, Small Batch, and Local Roasters
These services deliver freshly roasted, delicious coffee picks right to your door-each with its own twist.
JLab JBuds ANC 3 Review: A $60 Alternative to Apple AirPods Pro
For less than you'd spend on dinner out for two, you can snag this pair of excellent noise-canceling earbuds.
1994 Was the Last Good Year—and It's Still Going
Nine Inch Nails, Pulp Fiction, Regulate." The last year before culture began to migrate online was not like any other.
What’s the Safest Seat on an Airplane?
All of them and none of them, really. Let us explain.
Can’t Afford a House? Buy a Piece of One Instead
In a chaotic housing market that has shut many buyers out, fractional home ownership and investing trends are taking off.
Google Thinks It Can Cash In on Generative AI. Microsoft Already Has
While both Alphabet and Microsoft boasted strong quarterly earnings, only one tech giant showed that its generative AI bet is starting to pay off.
There's a Rare $25 Discount on the Nintendo Switch OLED Right Now
Nintendo's top-of-the-line handheld gaming console hardly ever goes on sale, making this small discount super appealing.
Net Neutrality Returns to a Very Different Internet
The FCC voted 3-2 to restore net neutrality rules that had disappeared during the Trump administration.
The 30 Best Movies on Hulu This Week
From Poor Things to Dune: Part One, here's everything you need to watch on Hulu right now.
13 Best Outdoor Security Cameras (2024): Battery-Powered, LTE, No Subscription
These weatherproof outdoor security cams keep a watchful eye on your property while you get on with life. Our list includes battery-powered and LTE devices and options that need no subscription.
The TikTok Ultimatum Is Here. What Does It Mean?
This week, we talk about the looming TikTok ban and what it means for the politicians and influencers who regularly post on the platform.
No, a Shadowy Figure Is Not Buying Tents for Columbia Student Protesters
Conspiracies about outside forces funding and orchestrating the university protests at Columbia and NYU have taken hold online, primarily on X.
10 Best Cold-Brew Coffee Makers (2024): Oxo, KitchenAid, and More
Good cold-brewed coffee tastes like magic. Learn how to make it right-no barista necessary.
The 14 Best Barefoot Shoes (2024): For Running or Walking
Our favorite zero-drop, minimalist footwear will let you feel the ground beneath your feet.
Meta’s Open Source Llama 3 Is Already Nipping at OpenAI’s Heels
Meta's decision to give away powerful AI software for free could threaten the business models of OpenAI and Google.
Elizabeth Warren Calls for Crackdown on Crypto’s Role in Child Sexual Abuse
US senators have called for fresh scrutiny of crypto's role in paying for child sexual abuse imagery online, a problem that they say has worsened.
Yale Approach Smart Lock Review: Magical Door-Unlocking Powers
Yale's first deadbolt adapter magically unlocks your door when it senses you're returning home.
How to Set Up a VPN on Your Router to Protect Your Home Wi-Fi Network
Add extra security and privacy to your smart home gadgets, streaming boxes, and every device in your house by running a virtual private network on your router.
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