Gabriel Mahia

Dungeons & Dragons has spent the past few months pushing a new era of diversity and inclusions, but it’s still got a lot of work to do. from Wired https://ift.tt/38Pi9Kn via Gabe's Musing's

How Tech Could Help Us Contemplate Our Own Mortality

Monks stared at skulls to ponder the inevitability of death. We stare at our phones. from Wired https://ift.tt/3o53Szs via Gabe's Musing's

Yes to Masks. No to Parties. 2021 Will Be a Lot Like 2020

Sorry, folks: Thanks to Covid, next year won’t be much more fun than this one, at least until enough vaccines arrive. from Wired https://ift.tt/38LSbri via Gabe's Musing's

Timnit Gebru’s Exit From Google Exposes a Crisis in AI

The situation has made clear that the field needs to change. Here’s where to start, according to a current and a former Googler. from Wired https://ift.tt/3hwreeT via Gabe's Musing's

After 2020, Live Events Might Not Look the Same. Good!

This year radically changed what live events—at least those that weren’t canceled—look like. It also taught organizers some lessons. from Wired https://ift.tt/2KHoKPb via Gabe's Musing's

20 Things That Made the World a Better Place in 2020

From record-beating scientific discoveries to an elephant baby boom, this year was about much more than just a global pandemic. from Wired https://ift.tt/34Uo6Vl via Gabe's Musing's

4 Ways to Make Your Home Smart and More Energy Efficient

Smart thermostats, light bulbs, and leak sensors are just a few devices that can help cut your utility bill. from Wired https://ift.tt/2Juj8qG via Gabe's Musing's

4 Ways to Make Your Home Smart and More Energy Efficient

Smart thermostats, light bulbs, and leak sensors are just a few devices that can help cut your utility bill. from Wired https://ift.tt/2Juj8qG via Gabe's Musing's

The Most Dangerous People on the Internet in 2020

This year saw plenty of destructive hacking and disinformation campaigns—but amid a pandemic and a historic election, the consequences have never been graver. from Wired https://ift.tt/3aQMk6A via Gabe's Musing's

How My Record Player Helped Me Feel the Music

If streaming can’t cure your stay-at-home blues, a spinning platter just might do the trick. from Wired https://ift.tt/3rGMumU via Gabe's Musing's

30 Years Since the Human Genome Project Began, What’s Next?

Eric Green, head of the nation’s top genomics research institute, looks back on how far the field has come and shares his bold vision for the future. from Wired https://ift.tt/2WVBqEl via Gabe's Musing's

The PS5 and Xbox Series X Are Closing the PC-Console Gap

Last generation, PCs outpowered consoles by a significant margin. This time around, the game is much closer, and the software is catching up too. from Wired https://ift.tt/3aRQ4Vy via Gabe's Musing's

How to Get the Most Out of (or Into) Your Robot Vacuum

These simple tips will help you turn that automated little machine into your new best friend. from Wired https://ift.tt/2Q4Z8vb via Gabe's Musing's

Ransomware Is Headed Down a Dire Path

2020 was a great year for ransomware gangs. For hospitals, schools, municipal governments, and everyone else, it’s going to get worse before it gets better. from Wired https://ift.tt/3hoVJDu via Gabe's Musing's

Yet Another Year of Venture Capital Being Really White

After a year of protests against racial inequality and industry vows to do better, Black founders are still getting left out of Silicon Valley’s financial engine. from Wired https://ift.tt/3nW2K16 via Gabe's Musing's

In a Pandemic, Medical Illustrators Made Science Accessible

With lots of research, arrows, and an inviting color palette, artists helped transform complex research into useful information. from Wired https://ift.tt/3aSj0g6 via Gabe's Musing's

Hamlet 2000 Has Never Made More Sense

Michael Almereyda’s future-minded Shakespeare adaptation (with a WIRED cameo) is 20 years old. Now it feels like an eerie premonition. from Wired https://ift.tt/3mSwlal via Gabe's Musing's

The LG Wing's Swiveling Screen Proves Phones Can Be Fun Again

This experimental Android phone has a screen that rotates, exposing a second, smaller screen underneath. from Wired https://ift.tt/3aTMxpL via Gabe's Musing's

This Year I Found Pleasure in the Work of Looking

Among the misery and isolation of 2020, my secret Instagram became a portal to solace and a newer self. from Wired https://ift.tt/3puCX0i via Gabe's Musing's

15 Xbox Series X/S Tips to Level Up Your New Console

From setting up remote play to automatic sign-on with your favorite controller, here’s how to get the most out of your shiny new toy. from Wired https://ift.tt/37TDvHd via Gabe's Musing's

2020 Was a Breakout Year for Crispr

Between glimpses of a medical cure and winning science’s shiniest prize, this proved to the gene-editing technology’s biggest year yet. from Wired https://ift.tt/2WSxPqJ via Gabe's Musing's

The Error of Fighting a Public Health War With Medical Weapons

It was a mistake that cost 300,000 lives. from Wired https://ift.tt/37R2M4K via Gabe's Musing's

How Your Digital Trails Wind Up in the Police’s Hands

Phone calls. Web searches. Location tracks. Smart speaker requests. They’ve become crucial tools for law enforcement, while users often are unaware. from Wired https://ift.tt/3ryAP9J via Gabe's Musing's

Vizio’s First OLED TV Makes Nearly Perfect Contrast Accessible

These organic LED panels, usually seen on pricier TVs, are finally dipping to more affordable prices. from Wired https://ift.tt/3ppgvWu via Gabe's Musing's

15 Tips and Hidden Tricks for the PS5 (You Lucky Dog)

If you’re one of the lucky few to score Sony’s newest game console this holiday, check these features out for the best experience. from Wired https://ift.tt/3pp9NQi via Gabe's Musing's

After Centuries, a Simple Math Problem Gets an Exact Solution

Mathematicians have long pondered a deceptively easy puzzle about the reach of a goat tied to a fence. Until now, they’ve only found approximate answers. from Wired https://ift.tt/3aMCRxc via Gabe's Musing's

Better Than Nothing: A Look at Content Moderation in 2020

The pandemic and the election forced social media platforms to police false information like never before—but we have no clue if that solved anything. from Wired https://ift.tt/3hjm0TX via Gabe's Musing's

The Worst Hacks of 2020, a Surreal Pandemic Year

From ransomware schemes to supply chain attacks, this year melded classic hacks with extraordinary circumstances. from Wired https://ift.tt/3pqnpe3 via Gabe's Musing's

Put Your Gift Cards to Use With These After-Christmas Sales

Got some new cash to spend? Some of our favorite gadgets and gizmos we've tested and recommend are still discounted. from Wired https://ift.tt/3prnTAM via Gabe's Musing's

A ‘Bulletproof’ Criminal VPN Was Taken Down in a Global Sting

Plus: Dozens of reporters get hit by an iMessage exploit, continued fallout from the SolarWinds hack, and more of the week’s top security news. from Wired https://ift.tt/34MOPmF via Gabe's Musing's

Chatroulette Is On the Rise Again—With Help From AI

The hottest app of early 2010 faded quickly when it was flooded with unwanted nudity. Smarter content moderation is helping to revive it. from Wired https://ift.tt/3pp9u81 via Gabe's Musing's

Can the Paris Agreement Still Avert Climate Chaos?

As the Trump era wanes, there is a sense of optimism about what the accord could achieve, five years in—but only if countries meet their targets. from Wired https://ift.tt/34Lyxdx via Gabe's Musing's

The Video Games WIRED Loved Most in 2020

These are the games, both old and new, that we relied on to blow off steam, to hang out online, or just to feel better this year. from Wired https://ift.tt/3nUoqL5 via Gabe's Musing's

How to Return and Exchange Your Unwanted Holiday Gifts

You can't always get what you want. Here's how to get some cash (or store credit) instead. from Wired https://ift.tt/2ZsYRW3 via Gabe's Musing's

What Is a 'Role-Playing Game' Anyway?

Jon Petersen's latest book, The Elusive Shift, shows how games like Dungeons & Dragons came to be known, controversially, as RPGs. from Wired https://ift.tt/34Jx4EG via Gabe's Musing's

How to Set Up Your New Android Phone

iPhone who? from Wired https://ift.tt/2WXNjdb via Gabe's Musing's

How to Set Up Your New Amazon Echo

Let's get that smart speaker set up and ready to place anywhere in your house. from Wired https://ift.tt/34JxDhG via Gabe's Musing's

How to Set Up Your New Google Nest Speaker

"OK Google, help me set up my Google Nest Mini." from Wired https://ift.tt/37LmJdl via Gabe's Musing's

How to Set Up Your New iPhone

Welcome to your new iPhone. from Wired https://ift.tt/2NZ6Dnq via Gabe's Musing's

How to Set Up Your New Chromebook

Welcome to Cloud City. from Wired https://ift.tt/3hhZISe via Gabe's Musing's

How to Set Up Your New TV

You got a new TV! Brag much? from Wired https://ift.tt/3hjEWBU via Gabe's Musing's

How to Set Up Your Nest Thermostat

The future is here, and it's atmospherically superior. from Wired https://ift.tt/34KoLIO via Gabe's Musing's

How to Set Up Your New Apple Watch

Welcome to your wearable. from Wired https://ift.tt/2WKE6oi via Gabe's Musing's

The Power of Kawaii: How Cute, Squishy Things Influence Us

Adorable puppies and baby cheeks don't just make us feel good—they change our behavior in surprising ways. from Wired https://ift.tt/38uIxZS via Gabe's Musing's

Why HDR Looks Too Dark on Your TV, and How to Fix It

Wait, isn’t that fancy new TV supposed to deliver bright, beautiful images? If yours is a little dimmer than expected, we can help. from Wired https://ift.tt/38zbeon via Gabe's Musing's

Can Disaster Movies Survive a Pandemic?

Two new disaster movies, Greenland and Songbird, came out this month. Whether they succeed or not may change the genre’s fate. from Wired https://ift.tt/3rus0O8 via Gabe's Musing's

The Master Guide to Setting Up All Your New Devices

If you were just gifted a new phone, smartwatch, or home entertainment device, here's what to do with it. from Wired https://ift.tt/3heqnQ4 via Gabe's Musing's

The 20 Most Underrated Movies of the Past 20 Years

You might’ve missed them when they came out. Here’s what you should catch up on—and how to stream them. from Wired https://ift.tt/3hhGnk5 via Gabe's Musing's

Sorry, Facebook. iOS Changes Aren't Bad for Small Businesses

The social media giant would have you believe that Apple’s privacy update will hurt the little guys. But Facebook’s motives aren’t so altruistic. from Wired https://ift.tt/2KU1UDm via Gabe's Musing's

No, You Don't Need a New TV for the PS5 and Xbox Series X

This round of next-gen gaming consoles comes with features that make the most of 4K and HDR. But you'll still get some benefits without shelling out. from Wired https://ift.tt/2KOmo0q via Gabe's Musing's

The Biggest Video Game Surprise Hits of 2020

Despite some big-name disappointments, this was a great year for gaming. And more than a few came out of nowhere to steal our hearts. from Wired https://ift.tt/37LGu4D via Gabe's Musing's

The Latest Nokia Phone Is a Big, Clumsy Mess

It’s also a contender for the worst product name of 2020. from Wired https://ift.tt/38NjUb9 via Gabe's Musing's

The Year of Driving Less—but More Dangerously

Total traffic deaths fell during pandemic lockdowns. But fatalities per mile traveled rose, due to faster driving, fewer cops, and more drug use. from Wired https://ift.tt/37JkPd4 via Gabe's Musing's

A Bold Plan to Save the Last Whitebark Pines

The high-altitude tree is vital to its ecosystem, but it’s being decimated by a fungus. Its admirers are fusing old and new methods to bring it back. from Wired https://ift.tt/3rtH5zt via Gabe's Musing's

Here’s a Plan to Stop the Coronavirus From Mutating

Prioritize people who are immunocompromised for early vaccination. from Wired https://ift.tt/37LbUI2 via Gabe's Musing's

All the Gear We Fell In Love With During 2020

From turntables to smart water bottles, here are the things that brought the WIRED gear team irrational delight in this most atypical year. from Wired https://ift.tt/34Y82lx via Gabe's Musing's

What AlphaGo Can Teach Us About How People Learn

David Silver of DeepMind, who helped create the program that defeated a Go champion, thinks rewards are central to how machines—and humans—acquire knowledge. from Wired https://ift.tt/2LZpE9L via Gabe's Musing's

The F-14 and the Secret History of the First Microprocessor

In a weird way, I’ve known Ray Holt all my life, but I never knew what he had accomplished—or how his inventions wove their way into my own family. from Wired https://ift.tt/3hbVJGS via Gabe's Musing's

The Race for a Covid Vaccine Was More About Luck Than Tech

Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna's mRNA platforms are amazing—but they could easily have been overtaken by more conventional rivals. from Wired https://ift.tt/3aIXvON via Gabe's Musing's

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. from Wired https://ift.tt/2R5nJjS via Gabe's Musing's

How Would Deadpool Jump Into a Moving Vehicle?

Our sardonic superhero needs to get the timing just right to crash through the sunroof and beat up the bad guys. from Wired https://ift.tt/2Kz9AuW via Gabe's Musing's

The Death of FOMO As We Knew It

During a global pandemic, the fear of missing out was replaced by something else: dread over not experiencing what could have been. from Wired https://ift.tt/3pnZJqR via Gabe's Musing's

The Biden Administration Needs a VP of Engineering, Not a CTO

If our government wants to implement a tech-forward agenda, it needs someone who looks at broken infrastructure with a debugger’s eye. from Wired https://ift.tt/2WHZhrc via Gabe's Musing's

A Unique Alliance Could Help Warn Us of Toxic Algae

In Washington state, scientists, coastal communities, and state agencies are banding together to manage the growing threat of harmful algal blooms. from Wired https://ift.tt/38zdQTv via Gabe's Musing's

The Best Indie Games You May Have Missed This Year

2020 wasn't just a year for big-budget blockbusters. Here are the best debuts from smaller shops—that are all worth playing into 2021. from Wired https://ift.tt/3pk1Xr2 via Gabe's Musing's

Amazon’s Fourth-Gen Echo Looks—and Sounds—Even Better

Thanks to a rounded design and improved drivers, the company’s newest smart speaker outshines the competition. from Wired https://ift.tt/2KnnEId via Gabe's Musing's

2020 Shows the Danger of a Decapitated Cyber Regime

Trump's White House has long been AWOL on cybersecurity. That lack of oversight almost seemed to be working—until the SolarWinds hack. from Wired https://ift.tt/34Go5nH via Gabe's Musing's

Yes, Cyberpunk 2077 Is Buggy. But Mostly, It Has No Heart

People misunderstand why I dislike the game. It's not the bugs—it’s that everyone in it sucks. from Wired https://ift.tt/3rvs8x9 via Gabe's Musing's

Could Carbon Dioxide Be Turned Into Jet Fuel?

A team at Oxford University has reverse engineered fuel from the greenhouse gas—but so far just in the lab. from Wired https://ift.tt/2WQbLgx via Gabe's Musing's

5 Ways to Monitor Your Blood Pressure Wherever You Are

These portable devices can send results to your phone—and help you keep track of your health. from Wired https://ift.tt/2JcZO19 via Gabe's Musing's

The Best Kindles to Take Your Library Anywhere

Amazon has four different ebook readers. Here's how they stack up—and which may be right for you. from Wired https://ift.tt/2ukgo3U via Gabe's Musing's

My Year Watching Submarine Movies

To cope with Covid-19 lockdowns, many folks watched older films at home. Some tackled the AFI 100, or picked a favorite director. I picked a theme. from Wired https://ift.tt/3pgOeRT via Gabe's Musing's

How Much Will Data Caps Hurt Game Streaming?

Spoiler: Not too much, but watch your wallet before signing up for anyone's “unlimited” plan. from Wired https://ift.tt/3pfI04S via Gabe's Musing's

Test Positivity Is a Bad Way to Measure Covid’s Spread

So why do policymakers keep using it? from Wired https://ift.tt/3reQafD via Gabe's Musing's

Uber and Lyft’s Gig Work Law Could Expand Beyond California

The companies are backing proposals in other states that would give workers the ability to form unions—but still consider them contractors, not employees. from Wired https://ift.tt/34xmal9 via Gabe's Musing's

Video Game Hell Isn’t Nearly Agonizing Enough

Games like Hades take place, largely, in hell. What does that say about the players who happily retreat into the underworld? from Wired https://ift.tt/38pFEJH via Gabe's Musing's

The Best Cheap Phones for (Almost) Every Budget

There’s little reason to pay top dollar for a phone these days. These are our favorite Android devices and iPhones for $200 to $500. from Wired https://ift.tt/2CjWAUB via Gabe's Musing's

Super Last-Minute Gift Ideas—and Excuses—for Procrastinators

If your Christmas tree is missing a present, or you can't celebrate IRL, these gifts will keep you on the nice list. from Wired https://ift.tt/3hbnKyq via Gabe's Musing's

The Newest Weapon Against Covid-19: AI That Speed-Reads Faxes

Local health departments rely on the old-fangled tech to track cases. A hastily developed machine-learning program gives it an assist. from Wired https://ift.tt/38sCdBX via Gabe's Musing's

25 of the Best Longreads of 2020

It was a brutal year. Take a breath and enjoy some of our favorite in-depth stories. from Wired https://ift.tt/38vI8Gs via Gabe's Musing's

Apple Fitness+ Is Either Right on Time or Much Too Late

Apple invites users to sweat along with prerecorded classes on its new streaming workout platform—but the experience lags behind the competition. from Wired https://ift.tt/38qeAdw via Gabe's Musing's

Cyberpunk 2077 and the Meaning of Its Deadly Dildos

In lots of video games, sex toys are repurposed for violence. What's the deal? from Wired https://ift.tt/3mDNGDS via Gabe's Musing's

The Oldest Crewed Deep Sea Submarine Just Got a Big Makeover

The 60-year-old sub is preparing to take its deepest plunge yet. But in the age of autonomous machines, why are humans exploring the ocean floor at all? from Wired https://ift.tt/34xSAMm via Gabe's Musing's

The Best Chef's Knives to Level Up Your Home Cooking

It's the indispensable multi-tool of the kitchen. We sliced and diced our way through meats and veggies to find today's best blades. from Wired https://ift.tt/3hNvXbS via Gabe's Musing's

Move Over Peloton. Myx Plus Is the Better Bargain

The $1,499 package includes a stationary bike with a tablet, a set of weights, and hours of streaming video workouts to shake off those 2020 blues. from Wired https://ift.tt/38sNmTD via Gabe's Musing's

Pet Prosthetics Get a Boost From 3D Printing

New modeling software is helping animal health experts develop more customizable prosthetics for pets with missing limbs. Still, not all legs are created equal. from Wired https://ift.tt/37CvXbV via Gabe's Musing's

2020: The Year of Cancel(l)ed Culture

This year, monoculture floundered, but microculture flourished. Everyone found a niche—and learned what they could live without. from Wired https://ift.tt/3herj76 via Gabe's Musing's

This Was Supposed to Be the Year of the Female Movie Hero

From Wonder Woman 1984 to Black Widow, heroines were going to bust the box office in 2020. Then, they didn't. from Wired https://ift.tt/2Ww7K0o via Gabe's Musing's

Some UK Stores Are Using Facial Recognition to Track Shoppers

Branches of the British grocer Southern Co-op are using surveillance technology to look for potential shoplifters. from Wired https://ift.tt/2LPLZqd via Gabe's Musing's

Want to Start a Podcast or Livestream? Here's What You Need

Now is the time to create your own content. This gear can help you get great audio and video quality from the start. from Wired https://ift.tt/2Z8NH9e via Gabe's Musing's

A Massive Fraud Operation Stole Millions From Online Accounts

The crooks used emulators to mimic the phones of more than 16,000 customers whose mobile bank accounts had been compromised. from Wired https://ift.tt/3paAKqY via Gabe's Musing's

The Universe Is Expanding Faster Than Expected

Astronomers get their wish—new ultra-precise distance measurements between Earth and the stars—but that only intensifies a cosmic crisis. from Wired https://ift.tt/3myfyt3 via Gabe's Musing's

12 Face Masks Your Kids May Actually Wear

Whether your kids are going to school or playing outside, you'll need comfortable face coverings. These are the ones my little monsters will tolerate. from Wired https://ift.tt/32MBBpm via Gabe's Musing's

How to Tame Those Distracting Notifications on Your Computer

Stop the chatter and find your quiet place. from Wired https://ift.tt/37AITz2 via Gabe's Musing's

I Took a Zoom Cooking Class With a Roman Chef. It Was Awesome

In a Covid-inspired pivot, chefs around the world are offering interactive cooking classes online that help groups of disparate strangers learn some new tricks. from Wired https://ift.tt/37xRPVM via Gabe's Musing's

Facial Hair Is Biologically Useless. Why Do Humans Have It?

Pubes protect you; head hair keeps you warm. But beards and mustaches seem to exist for mainly ornamental reasons. from Wired https://ift.tt/2KGJC8C via Gabe's Musing's

15 Gifts for PlayStation Lovers

Or for yourself, because we all deserve a little treat. from Wired https://ift.tt/38nhyiT via Gabe's Musing's

Russia's SolarWinds Hack Is the Big One

All the most important stories about the biggest hack in years. from Wired https://ift.tt/38j1s9N via Gabe's Musing's

Unlock Your Cycling Fitness Goals by Upgrading Your Bike

Don't blow your savings on a new bicycle. Instead, learn how to better maintain the one you've already got and swap out some key components along the way. from Wired https://ift.tt/3my7gBz via Gabe's Musing's

Will Rising Temperatures Make Superweeds Even Stronger?

Widely used herbicides are struggling to kill some weeds. Some experts think heat could be part of the problem. from Wired https://ift.tt/2WvSwIQ via Gabe's Musing's

The Right Way Hook Your Laptop Up to a TV

You have to do more than just plug and go. Let us help you pick the best cable for your device, and adjust your laptop and your TV settings for the best picture. from Wired https://ift.tt/34oVBPa via Gabe's Musing's

Gear to Safely Make It Through a Pandemic Winter

We've collected all the latest advice, equipment, and up-to-date information to help you navigate the cold months ahead. from Wired https://ift.tt/37vQIpA via Gabe's Musing's

18 Eleventh-Hour Holiday Deals on Games, Headphones, and More

Have you always wanted an advent calendar with Baby Yoda socks? Today's your lucky day. from Wired https://ift.tt/2WwT4xX via Gabe's Musing's

19 Last-Minute Gift Ideas for the Truly Desperate

Breathe. This year is almost over, and you still have time to find gifts for your loved ones. from Wired https://ift.tt/3pcbSPz via Gabe's Musing's

How to Understand the Russia Hack Fallout

Not all SolarWinds victims are created equal. from Wired https://ift.tt/3aqfKbr via Gabe's Musing's

The Into the Impossible Podcast Honors Arthur C. Clarke

Physicist Brian Keating, codirector of the Arthur C. Clarke Center for the Human Imagination, started the show to continue the center's mission of bringing together the world's top thinkers. from Wired https://ift.tt/3aqfv0a via Gabe's Musing's

Google’s Antitrust Cases: A Guide for the Perplexed

The company is facing multiple lawsuits from the Department of Justice and three dozen states. Here’s what you need to know. from Wired https://ift.tt/3nwbr1T via Gabe's Musing's

The Best Theragun to Buy (and the Best Alternatives)

Therabody's percussive therapy devices help soothe achy muscles. Here's our guide to its lineup, and a cheaper alternative. from Wired https://ift.tt/37aLrBL via Gabe's Musing's

Check Out These Awesome Objects in the Night Sky

Get your binoculars (or not) and let’s explore the reaches of our galaxy and the craters of the moon. from Wired https://ift.tt/37tX0WA via Gabe's Musing's

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. from Wired https://ift.tt/2Ds2aWA via Gabe's Musing's

Why Did the NSA Go (Virtually) MIA?

Plus: A visit to the agency’s headquarters, a license for engineers, and a holiday reprieve. from Wired https://ift.tt/3nAE7XQ via Gabe's Musing's

HBO Max Is Now on Roku. Thanks, Wonder Woman!

After a long wait—and a lot of frustration—the streaming service is finally available on Roku devices. Just in time to watch Wonder Woman 1984. from Wired https://ift.tt/3akfXgl via Gabe's Musing's

Our Tech Predictions for 2021

This week, we try to guess what the year ahead has in store. We also look back in shock at how wrong we were about 2020. Can't win em all. from Wired https://ift.tt/3p7uRui via Gabe's Musing's

A New Field Guide for Earth’s Wild Microbes

The most massive database of microbial gene sequences so far shows that the tree of life is much larger than we knew. from Wired https://ift.tt/3r3mt0Z via Gabe's Musing's

Cyberpunk 2077 Revives the Dystopian Fears of the 1980s

Putting aside the game's bugs and issues, the underlying themes speak to the fears and worries of a time gone by—not that we've moved past them all. from Wired https://ift.tt/2Wv4QZC via Gabe's Musing's

The Future of Work: ‘ars longa’ by Tade Thompson

“It’s all well and good for an android to take a position and shut down motor functions. There’s no art in that. I want the old ways. That’s why I’m on Earth.” from Wired https://ift.tt/3p8cMfF via Gabe's Musing's

Discord Gaming Parties Are Better Than Zoom Meetings

You're probably using it to chat with friends, but if you're not using it to stream, play games, and chat with friends too, it's time to start. from Wired https://ift.tt/34oS970 via Gabe's Musing's

Airlines’ Pandemic-Driven Cargo Business Will Keep Flying

As Covid-19 shut down air travel, the industry quickly pivoted to hauling more stuff. It won’t be pivoting away anytime soon. from Wired https://ift.tt/3h15zLN via Gabe's Musing's

Wildfire Smoke Is Loaded With Microbes. Is That Dangerous?

Researchers are putting out a call to study the potential effects of bacteria- and fungi-filled haze on human health. from Wired https://ift.tt/37rinrt via Gabe's Musing's

Russia's Hack Wasn't Cyberwar. That Complicates US Strategy

To evaluate whether cyber security tactics are working, you need to first establish what the SolarWinds hack really was. from Wired https://ift.tt/2K4TSI1 via Gabe's Musing's

Wildfire Smoke Is Loaded With Microbes. Is That Dangerous?

Researchers are putting out a call to study the potential effects of bacteria- and fungi-filled haze on human health. from Wired https://ift.tt/37rinrt via Gabe's Musing's

Uber Faces a Fine for Refusing to Give Details on Assaults

The California Public Utility Commission demanded details on sexual assault cases involving drivers. But Uber says complying would compromise victims’ identities. from Wired https://ift.tt/3r042KB via Gabe's Musing's

Our Fave Smartwatches Do Much More Than Just Tell Time

These little wearables reduce your reliance on a phone—all while helping you stay connected. from Wired https://ift.tt/2RKAIIk via Gabe's Musing's

These Are the Gifts Teens Actually Want

Teenagers can be scary, but these adolescent-approved gifts are sweet. from Wired https://ift.tt/36N80vg via Gabe's Musing's

A Clever Strategy to Distribute Covid Aid—With Satellite Data

The small nation of Togo used image analysis algorithms to target economic support for its most vulnerable residents. from Wired https://ift.tt/3r45ZWn via Gabe's Musing's

The Best TikToks of 2020

The social media platform, which gained enormous popularity this year, served as a mirror of these often dystopian times. from Wired https://ift.tt/3r8vXI7 via Gabe's Musing's

18 Passive-Aggressive Gifts for Your Terrible Roommate

If you're obligated to give a present, you may as well send a thinly veiled message behind it. from Wired https://ift.tt/3840ddB via Gabe's Musing's

Vaccines Are Here. We Have to Talk About Side Effects

Disinformation could thwart distribution before government messages have a chance to push back. Debunking might turn out to be everyone’s job. from Wired https://ift.tt/3r4hvAY via Gabe's Musing's

How Restaurants Retooled for Takeout—and Survival

Chefs tinkered with food chemistry, while dining apps reengineered logistics. Those changes will endure even after the pandemic is over. from Wired https://ift.tt/3rdcN4b via Gabe's Musing's

Texas Accuses Google and Facebook of an Illegal Conspiracy

A new antitrust case against Google alleges that the two companies made a deal to reduce competition in online advertising. from Wired https://ift.tt/2KrBgBH via Gabe's Musing's

Russia's Hacking Frenzy Is a Reckoning

Despite years of warning, the US still has no good answer for the sort of “supply chain” attack that let Russia run wild. from Wired https://ift.tt/3mrE7rq via Gabe's Musing's

How to Pick the Right Roku for Your TV

The company has a dizzying array of streaming sticks, boxes, TVs, and speakers to choose from, but don’t worry—these are the ones to buy. from Wired https://ift.tt/2yGCm3Z via Gabe's Musing's

How NASA Scrambled to Save OSIRIS-REx From Leaky Disaster

The $800 million craft successfully collected precious asteroid material from a near-Earth asteroid. Then it started spilling regolith into space. from Wired https://ift.tt/34iEjDw via Gabe's Musing's

14 Gifts to Cheer Up Your Favorite Cinephile

Theaters may be mostly shut down, but you can still roll out the red carpet for that special movie buff. from Wired https://ift.tt/2RUfvfn via Gabe's Musing's

Orwell's Animal Farm Sticks a Bit Too Close to the Book

Kudos to developer The Dairymen for tackling the classic parable, but a narrative focus means that players suffer the same lack of freedom as the game's characters. from Wired https://ift.tt/2WkAg53 via Gabe's Musing's

Cops Are Getting a New Tool For Family-Tree Sleuthing

Verogen’s push into public crime labs with genetic genealogy may help solve more cold cases, but it raises concerns about DNA data collection. from Wired https://ift.tt/2Wjtgpd via Gabe's Musing's

Trick Out Your iPhone 12 With These Cases and Accessories

Whichever new model you get, we’ve rounded up the cases, chargers, and other extras you’ll want to snag. from Wired https://ift.tt/3lwUtj6 via Gabe's Musing's

Trump Could Torpedo a Bill to Boost Funding for AI

The National Defense Authorization Act would increase US investment by $6.4 billion over 5 years. But the president could veto it over other provisions. from Wired https://ift.tt/2LGMumy via Gabe's Musing's

The Future of Social Media Is All Talk

From Clubhouse to Discord to Twitter, 2020 was all about giving people a voice online. Literally. from Wired https://ift.tt/389jYl1 via Gabe's Musing's

The Best Pop Culture That Got Us Through 2020

These 48 movies, TV shows, albums, Twitter feeds, songs, podcasts, and books helped us get through this wildly unprecedented year. from Wired https://ift.tt/386bOKk via Gabe's Musing's

24 Gifts We Love From BIPOC-Owned Businesses

These household gifts are perfect for anyone on your list. from Wired https://ift.tt/37m6nre via Gabe's Musing's

The First Americans Are Being Vaccinated. Now, the Hard Part

State and local officials are scrambling to figure out how to inoculate millions—after health care workers and the elderly—against the novel coronavirus. from Wired https://ift.tt/3nr4oaK via Gabe's Musing's

How Cyberpunk 2077 Sold a Promise—and Rigged the System

Video game companies are increasingly putting restrictions on what reviewers can show, widening the gap between expectations and reality. from Wired https://ift.tt/37lGnMM via Gabe's Musing's

14 Excellent Gifts for Xbox Gamers

Whether your giftee has the Series X, S, or Xbox One, here are a few extras they might like. from Wired https://ift.tt/2YynobW via Gabe's Musing's

Need a Cheap Laptop? These Are Our Favorites

You don't have to spend a fortune to get a good notebook. from Wired https://ift.tt/2r0OxYG via Gabe's Musing's

The 8 Best Books About Artificial Intelligence to Read Now

Algorithms have crept into our feeds, streets, and workplaces. Here’s what WIRED staff are reading to understand what that means for the future. from Wired https://ift.tt/37pE9MB via Gabe's Musing's

The New Surface Pro X Has Improved—a Bit

Microsoft has updated its ARM-powered portable, giving it a faster chip and a new keyboard. It still struggles to compete. from Wired https://ift.tt/3gM4zLs via Gabe's Musing's

22 Gift Ideas for People Working From Home

Upgrade your loved one’s home office with these picks that make every day a little easier—and a little more fun. from Wired https://ift.tt/32C7iy4 via Gabe's Musing's

The Longing Is a Video Game of Transcendent Slowness

Set in a virtual cave, this Tamagotchi-like waiting simulator is a riff on a German folktale that captures 2020’s sad and surreal lockdown energy. from Wired https://ift.tt/3oRDrNQ via Gabe's Musing's

All the Stuff Humans Make Now Outweighs Earth’s Organisms

Anthropogenic mass—concrete, metal, and other human creations—has grown to be heavier than plants, animals, and microbes combined. Planet Earth is not happy. from Wired https://ift.tt/3mmbrQS via Gabe's Musing's

The Race to Get a PlayStation 5 Is the Year’s Best Game

This is what a holiday-shopping craze looks like when everyone’s in lockdown. from Wired https://ift.tt/2JXZkMR via Gabe's Musing's

The ‘Healthy Building’ Surge Will Outlast the Pandemic

Because of Covid-19, developers are realizing that incorporating health concerns in a building's design isn’t just a luxury—it’s a necessity. from Wired https://ift.tt/3r69V9d via Gabe's Musing's

The 7th Jackbox Party Pack Is the First Perfect Pack

It took a couple swings (most of them good, some of them okay at best) but the most recent release is a crowd-pleaser. from Wired https://ift.tt/37kxIdF via Gabe's Musing's

The Steampunk Rover Concept That Could Help Explore Venus

50 years after the first spacecraft touched down on our super hot neighbor (and promptly died), NASA has a plan for a tougher mechanical lander. from Wired https://ift.tt/37a5ylx via Gabe's Musing's

The Zodiac Killer's Cipher Is Finally Cracked After 51 Years

Amateur and professional cryptographers, including those at the FBI, had been trying to decode the infamous serial killer's message to the media for decades. from Wired https://ift.tt/37ia958 via Gabe's Musing's

Why Do Many Self-Driving Cars Look Like Toasters on Wheels?

Without any need for steering wheels or pedals, the cubes give passengers room to maneuver inside. The latest entrant, from Zoox, can hold 4. from Wired https://ift.tt/3npdbtK via Gabe's Musing's

The Mustang Mach-E Delivers a Jolt—If You Can Find a Charge

The electric version of Ford’s legendary sports car is a lot of fun to drive. But road trips can be derailed by an underpowered charging network. from Wired https://ift.tt/3oRhi2a via Gabe's Musing's

No One Knows How Deep Russia's Hacking Rampage Goes

A supply chain attack against IT company SolarWinds has exposed as many as 18,000 companies to Cozy Bear's attacks. from Wired https://ift.tt/3abDujm via Gabe's Musing's

A Letter to My Pandemic Baby

On this week's Get WIRED podcast, an editor captures the bizarre world of 2020 for his unborn daughter. from Wired https://ift.tt/3njNtac via Gabe's Musing's

How to Use ProRAW on Your iPhone 12 Pro

Apple’s update that enables RAW camera capture—and makes your photos more editable—is now available. from Wired https://ift.tt/2LAM4hv via Gabe's Musing's

The Streaming Wars Could Finally End in 2021

With Disney's announcement of 22 new series, and Warner Bros. teaming up with HBO Max, the battle for every last subscriber will come to a head next year. from Wired https://ift.tt/3r3C3d5 via Gabe's Musing's

Apple's App 'Privacy Labels' Are Here—and a Big Step Forward

It remains unclear how effective the warnings will be, but the attempt alone is a promising development. from Wired https://ift.tt/3qXYZdF via Gabe's Musing's

The Best Fantasy Books of an Unfantastic Year

In the midst of a global pandemic, the genre got a lot more real. from Wired https://ift.tt/2K1TABz via Gabe's Musing's

An AI Used Facebook Data to Predict Mental Illness

Volunteers let an AI scan their messages from more than a year before they received a psychiatric diagnosis. It was able to flag signs of their conditions. from Wired https://ift.tt/37ZNhq1 via Gabe's Musing's

Conferences After Covid Will Be Shorter—and Smarter

In-person gatherings will resume eventually, but innovations born during the pandemic will remain. from Wired https://ift.tt/2KsqWJS via Gabe's Musing's

Switching to Windows? These Are the Best Mac Alternatives

If you're tired of Apple's desktops or laptops, consider these Windows and Linux-powered options. from Wired https://ift.tt/2KsdBkr via Gabe's Musing's

20 Great Green Monday Deals on Apple, Bose, Sonos, and More

Whether you've heard of this retail holiday or not, you should check out these tech deals. from Wired https://ift.tt/382WlKJ via Gabe's Musing's

26 of the Best Books WIRED Read in 2020

From pig poop to sunscreen to poker to hackers, the books we love dive deep to tell smart stories about how the world works. from Wired https://ift.tt/37dtowx via Gabe's Musing's

This ‘Invisible’ Charger Juices Your Phone Through Your Desk

Kew Labs’ unique charger installs under your desk, where it sends electrons to your phone wirelessly through the tabletop. from Wired https://ift.tt/348ONVI via Gabe's Musing's

Mass Transit Is in Jeopardy—and So Are Cities

Subways and buses are the lifeblood of dense cities like New York. If the system withers, the region becomes a less attractive place to live and work. from Wired https://ift.tt/3mkLKQu via Gabe's Musing's

A Bolivian 'Cloud Forest' Reveals a Bonanza of New Species

An expedition into a steep, remote mountain area unveils discoveries of strange frogs, snakes, and plants—and the return of species thought to be extinct. from Wired https://ift.tt/381vNtt via Gabe's Musing's

Breathe Easy—We Found the Best Air Purifiers

We tested standard and HEPA models to find the right one for your home. from Wired https://ift.tt/2SL9rEt via Gabe's Musing's

17 Gifts for People Who Just Need a Good Night's Sleep

Sweet dreams are made of these. from Wired https://ift.tt/3mg6YPF via Gabe's Musing's

Super Slow Computer Programs Reveal Math's Fundamental Limits

The goal of the “busy beaver” game is to find the longest-running computer program. Its pursuit has surprising connections to profound questions in math. from Wired https://ift.tt/2LywNh9 via Gabe's Musing's

6 Gaming Laptops That Pwned the Competition

We tested the latest and greatest gaming notebooks to sort the god-rolls from the vendor fodder. from Wired https://ift.tt/2NJOqtj via Gabe's Musing's

Ditch Your Data-Hungry Apps for These Privacy-Focused Swaps

From messaging to maps, many popular apps slurp up your data to sell you ads. There’s a better way. from Wired https://ift.tt/2WdWJR2 via Gabe's Musing's

AI Algorithms Are Slimming Down to Fit in Your Fridge

Artificial intelligence programs typically are power guzzlers. New research shows how to generate computer vision from a simple, low-power chip. from Wired https://ift.tt/2JZ0qYx via Gabe's Musing's

My Highly Unexpected Heterosexual Pandemic Zoom Wedding

Love caught me by surprise, but we were continents apart. from Wired https://ift.tt/2K0LCsf via Gabe's Musing's

The Biden Administration Will Have Its Hands Full With Russia

After four years of Trump kowtowing to Putin, the US has its work cut out for it. from Wired https://ift.tt/3gPKYKo via Gabe's Musing's

The 14 Best Google Assistant Speakers for Your Home

From smart displays to portable boomboxes, Google's smart voice assistant comes in all shapes and sizes. Here are our favorites. from Wired https://ift.tt/2ODGPJw via Gabe's Musing's

2021 Will Launch the Platinum Age of Piracy

And Disney, with its rich in-person experience offerings, is poised to be the biggest winner of all. from Wired https://ift.tt/37W0WOV via Gabe's Musing's

A Delivery Service for Dental Night Guards? I Wouldn't Bite

The newest trend in oral care lets you skip the dentist's office by taking molds of your teeth at home and having a protective night guard mailed to you. from Wired https://ift.tt/341ixUz via Gabe's Musing's

15 Table-Ready Gifts for Board Game Lovers

Even picky players will love these holiday picks and accessories. from Wired https://ift.tt/3m60LWo via Gabe's Musing's

An Atlas Shows Climate Change Is Pushing Birds Further North

Data from 120,000 birdwatchers in 48 countries shows forest birds have expanded their range while area occupied by farmland birds has shrunk. from Wired https://ift.tt/3gGJPVf via Gabe's Musing's

10 Laptops We've Tested—and Loved

These are our favorite Windows notebooks, MacBooks, and Chromebooks. from Wired https://ift.tt/2RY1ESa via Gabe's Musing's

Give Ice the Cold Shoulder With an Electric Cooler

These devices work like a portable refrigerator, drawing power from AC or DC power (like the 12-volt plug in your car) to keep your food cool and dry. from Wired https://ift.tt/3a1CGNV via Gabe's Musing's

The First Shots, Grim Milestones, and More Coronavirus News

Catch up on the most important updates from this week. from Wired https://ift.tt/3qVMi35 via Gabe's Musing's

The Hollow Earth Theory Isn't So Funny Anymore

Owen Egerton's 2017 book Hollow used the theory to tell its story. Now that conspiracies are everywhere, he's reconsidering that move. from Wired https://ift.tt/3qMSfyV via Gabe's Musing's

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

Indoor plants and sewing projects don't always make you forget how terrible everything is right now. Here's what you need to make booze at home. from Wired https://ift.tt/2BS9SZT via Gabe's Musing's

The 14 Best Electric Bikes for Every Kind of Ride

A battery-powered motor lets you enjoy most of the benefits of biking, without all the sweat. from Wired https://ift.tt/2LACF5W via Gabe's Musing's

Looking for the Best Smart Scale? Step On Up

If you're ready to start tracking your weight, BMI, and other critical health data on your phone, we've weighed in on some great options. from Wired https://ift.tt/345yj0J via Gabe's Musing's

Mark Zuckerberg’s Blue Christmas

Plus: A WhatsApp cofounder’s regrets, the rules of chip hoarding, and a failed attempt at influencer marketing. from Wired https://ift.tt/3a3cuTo via Gabe's Musing's

Charlize Theron and the Best Movie Never Made

As with so many things in 2020, it all started with a tweet. from Wired https://ift.tt/37TwYuP via Gabe's Musing's

Copyright Law Is Bricking Your Game Console. Time to Fix That

Repairing your own console is either impossible or illegal. An exemption to Section 1201 of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act could change that. from Wired https://ift.tt/2W2KQNN via Gabe's Musing's

Hackers Accessed Covid Vaccine Data Through the EU Regulator

The European Medicines Agency has released limited details about the cyberattack. from Wired https://ift.tt/3nmIbuJ via Gabe's Musing's

Severe Wildfires Are Devastating the California Condor

This year’s aggressive fire season wiped out a record number of the endangered birds, as well as a facility wildlife biologists use to track and care for them. from Wired https://ift.tt/3a7KDS1 via Gabe's Musing's

This Season’s Most In-Demand Gifts

This week, we discuss how holiday gift-giving has been influenced by the pandemic. Also, we list the things we’ll be giving, and offer some gift suggestions. from Wired https://ift.tt/3a7KAFP via Gabe's Musing's

Republicans Are P-Hacking the Supreme Court

Texas is seeking to overturn the 2020 election based on a shoddy statistical analysis. It's just what you would expect from medical researchers. from Wired https://ift.tt/3n8gUvG via Gabe's Musing's

I Tested Positive for Covid-19. What Does That Really Mean?

We reduce test results to “positive” or “negative.” Some experts think patients, and the community, would be better served by a more nuanced approach. from Wired https://ift.tt/2JXYHm9 via Gabe's Musing's

The FDA's Green Light for a Vaccine Might Tank Ongoing Trials

The agency is close to authorizing Pfizer's Covid-19 shot. That raises questions about the fate of study volunteers and lost opportunities to collect their data. from Wired https://ift.tt/379x3vk via Gabe's Musing's

‘Beyond These Stars Other Tribulations of Love’

“The trick was to lift consciousness into a superposition and help it lock into distinct space-time coordinates.” from Wired https://ift.tt/3qIlpiZ via Gabe's Musing's

Looking for a Tablet? These Are Our Absolute Favorites

We’ve tested all the top slates around, from Apple’s iPads to Android and Windows devices. from Wired https://ift.tt/2HZTGCA via Gabe's Musing's

These Are Our 7 Favorite Robot Vacuums

From no-frills cleaners to high-end automation, we have the perfect pick for you. from Wired https://ift.tt/2FG0dWE via Gabe's Musing's

Antitrust Litigation Isn't Enough. Biden Needs to Go Further

Antitrust suits, like the one filed against Facebook, are long, costly, and often ineffective. The next president can fix the system—without Congress. from Wired https://ift.tt/375JSXw via Gabe's Musing's

The Best High-Tech Socks to Tackle Your Next Run or Workout

Leave the cotton behind in favor of technical fabrics and constructions that help you pile on the miles. from Wired https://ift.tt/2Y9crz7 via Gabe's Musing's

A Rocket From 1966 Has Found Its Way Back to Earth’s Orbit

More than 50 years after its course correction failure, Surveyor 2’s rocket booster seems to have reappeared. from Wired https://ift.tt/3gCz6er via Gabe's Musing's

Something Was Wrong. My Nightgown Was in Flames

When a body is reduced, all at once, to a crude dichotomy of hot and cold, what happens to your soul? from Wired https://ift.tt/3oFWUAZ via Gabe's Musing's

Gaming on a Budget? Try Your Local Library

While you may have to wait to check out the most popular releases, libraries across the country are increasingly adding video games to their collections. from Wired https://ift.tt/2LoRNXD via Gabe's Musing's

14 Gifts for People Who Are Perpetually Cold

From smart coffee mugs to a weighted blanket, these picks will make your loved ones feel warm and fuzzy—inside and out. from Wired https://ift.tt/2QOkQ89 via Gabe's Musing's

There Are No Real Rules for Repairing Satellites in Space—Yet

Fixing, refueling, and upgrading satellites in orbit is about to become more common. A group is pushing for international standards to keep these missions safe. from Wired https://ift.tt/3n6KWA7 via Gabe's Musing's

The Dark Side of Big Tech’s Funding for AI Research

Timnit Gebru’s exit from Google is a powerful reminder of how thoroughly companies dominate the field, with the biggest computers and the most resources. from Wired https://ift.tt/375pOEJ via Gabe's Musing's

Hello, World! It Is ‘I,’ the Internet

When did “the Internet” become “the internet?” Why did that happen, and how has it changed us? from Wired https://ift.tt/2W1dbEw via Gabe's Musing's

Get Rich Selling Used Fashion Online—or Cry Trying

The social shopping app Poshmark promises women the chance to spin gold out of secondhand threads. The reality is a lot of spinning, and little gold. from Wired https://ift.tt/3m0eiP3 via Gabe's Musing's

A Cyberpunk Founding Father Isn't Surprised By Its Comeback

Mike Pondsmith, who wrote the tabletop RPG that inspired Cyberpunk 2077, explains why the genre feels vital in 2020. from Wired https://ift.tt/2K8L979 via Gabe's Musing's

Apple's HomePod Mini Falls Short As a Smart Speaker

Apple’s small spherical speaker is a convenient satellite for Siri-loving Apple users, but it doesn't score many points beyond that. from Wired https://ift.tt/37O81kF via Gabe's Musing's

The Smoking Gun in the Facebook Antitrust Case

The government wants to break up the world’s biggest social network. Internal company emails show why. from Wired https://ift.tt/2Wc6M9D via Gabe's Musing's

SpaceX Launches—and Crashes—Its Starship Mars Rocket

The test flight didn’t come close to the edge of space, but the prototype was a big step toward the rocket’s first orbital mission. from Wired https://ift.tt/3m1dd9N via Gabe's Musing's

Bees Paint Animal Poo on Their Homes to Repel Giant Hornets

What at first seems like terrible housekeeping turns out to be a clever ploy to fend off huge predators, which can otherwise easily destroy a hive. from Wired https://ift.tt/33Y4VcE via Gabe's Musing's

In 'The Mandalorian,' Stormtroopers Have Finally Discovered Tactics

Imperial troops have finally figured out how to do more than charge straight ahead. from Wired https://ift.tt/36YmmvC via Gabe's Musing's

Out of the Box: 10 Fun Gift Subscriptions for Kids

Stressed about shopping for a young’un? This present keeps on giving. from Wired https://ift.tt/2DHCLGz via Gabe's Musing's

Want a More Equitable Future? Empower Citizen Developers

To drive innovation, we need to put technology in the hands of every worker, organization, and public-sector agency around the world. from Wired https://ift.tt/33Zhh4l via Gabe's Musing's

Anova's $600 Countertop Oven Is a Steam-Powered Dream

Move over, air fryers. The use of steam is an exciting and approachable new direction for the home kitchen, and this oven is pointing the way. from Wired https://ift.tt/2VXauUs via Gabe's Musing's

Toxicity in Gaming Is Dangerous. Here's How to Stand Up to It

Players often rationalize behaviors like harassment as a part of video game culture. But new research shows it has long-term negative effects. from Wired https://ift.tt/39VAurq via Gabe's Musing's

25 Face Masks We Actually Like to Wear

Here are the WIRED staff’s favorite face coverings for running, walking the dog, going to work, or looking stylish. from Wired https://ift.tt/3eyR6Vk via Gabe's Musing's

Marvel Puzzle Quest Might Just Be My Forever Game

Despite the raft of new games now available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, a free-to-play mobile puzzler still has the bulk of my attention. from Wired https://ift.tt/36XDotB via Gabe's Musing's

Brawn on a Budget: The New Mac Mini With Apple Silicon

The tiny desktop PC has been relaunched with an Apple-made chip, and boy does it rip. from Wired https://ift.tt/2K3SpBo via Gabe's Musing's

Russia's FireEye Hack Is a Statement—but Not a Catastrophe

The fallout from the attack may not be as dire as it first sounds. from Wired https://ift.tt/33V3X0y via Gabe's Musing's

The Christchurch Shooter and YouTube's Radicalization Trap

The platform has gotten better about stamping out extremist content. But researchers say its policies and algorithms are still too opaque. from Wired https://ift.tt/2Iu7g7H via Gabe's Musing's

Orientalism, Cyberpunk 2077, and Yellow Peril in Science Fiction

Cyberpunk as a genre, and Cyberpunk 2077 the game are both rooted in a type of otherization that can't be ignored—but it can be examined. from Wired https://ift.tt/39PX4Sh via Gabe's Musing's

Chuck Yeager's 1947 Flight Inspired Our Supersonic Ambitions

Yeager was the prototype of the American hero, a decorated fighter pilot immortalized in Tom Wolfe's The Right Stuff. He died Monday at age 97. from Wired https://ift.tt/2K1Vy4G via Gabe's Musing's

Behind the Paper That Led to a Google Researcher's Firing

Timnit Gebru was one of seven authors on a study that examined prior research on training artificial intelligence models to understand language. from Wired https://ift.tt/2ItCoEl via Gabe's Musing's

Apple’s ‘One More Thing’ for 2020: A $549 Pair of Headphones

The future of audio is spatial. from Wired https://ift.tt/3m5Pdm9 via Gabe's Musing's

The 8 Best Science Books to Read or Gift This Holiday Season

Here are the WIRED science team's top new picks for this winter. from Wired https://ift.tt/36VJESU via Gabe's Musing's

This Guy Is Taking Viewers Along for His Driverless Rides

Joel Johnson, who has taken more than 60 rides in Waymo's Arizona taxis, has posted over a dozen videos and says it's been "rock solid." from Wired https://ift.tt/2IuDAr2 via Gabe's Musing's

The 22 Best Bike Accessories to Kit Out Your Ride

You got a bicycle! Here’s our favorite gear, from bells to helmets, to make your ride safer and more pleasant. from Wired https://ift.tt/3hEXRad via Gabe's Musing's

VR Meetings Are Weird, but They Beat Our Current Reality

A new VR app called Arthur allows you and your distant colleagues to collaborate within a 3D meeting space—as long as you all have headsets handy. from Wired https://ift.tt/37IDnJi via Gabe's Musing's

New Vaccine Data Is Coming: Watch Out for These 3 Claims

Tips on how to read the full results from BNT-Pfizer and Moderna, from an expert in evaluating medical evidence. from Wired https://ift.tt/2JXXUBs via Gabe's Musing's

The Galaxy S20 Fan Edition Is Samsung’s Best Phone of 2020

By trimming the fat from its highest-end Galaxy handset, Samsung inadvertently made one of the year’s top Android phones. from Wired https://ift.tt/2K6TpV5 via Gabe's Musing's

The Perfect Strategy to Fight Covid-19 Is … Everything?

It’d be great to know which public health interventions against the coronavirus have the biggest bang for the buck. But nobody does. from Wired https://ift.tt/33WM2XE via Gabe's Musing's

Did QuantumScape Just Solve a 40-Year-Old Battery Problem?

Earlier this year, the startup claimed to have a revolutionary solid-state lithium-ion cell that could change EVs forever. Now it has data to prove it. from Wired https://ift.tt/3lRz17D via Gabe's Musing's

Get a Better Picture With Our Favorite Webcams

Videoconferencing cameras have been in high demand since the pandemic began. We’ve narrowed down our favorites. from Wired https://ift.tt/2VTR5U4 via Gabe's Musing's

Friends, Fleetwood Mac, and the Viral Comfort of Nostalgia

If there’s one thing that brings people together now, it’s old shows, old songs, and drinking Ocean Spray Cran-Raspberry juice to a 1977 hit. from Wired https://ift.tt/3gm8Chi via Gabe's Musing's

Critical Flaws in Millions of IoT Devices May Never Get Fixed

Amnesia:33 is the latest in a long line of vulnerabilities that affect countless embedded devices. from Wired https://ift.tt/33VbPzh via Gabe's Musing's

Uber Gives Up on the Self-Driving Dream

The ride-hail giant invested more than $1 billion in autonomous vehicles. Now, it's selling the unit to Aurora, which makes self-driving tech. from Wired https://ift.tt/3otpc1B via Gabe's Musing's

The NSA Warns That Russia Is Attacking Remote Work Platforms

A vulnerability in VMWare has prompted a warning that companies—and government agencies—need to patch as soon as possible. from Wired https://ift.tt/2L7PyaU via Gabe's Musing's

Let’s Unpack the Pendulum Rocket Fallacy

And explore how it relates to Iron Man’s flight strategy. from Wired https://ift.tt/2L7Bmi8 via Gabe's Musing's

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

If you’re going to get an Android phone, these are the best. Here’s a guide to all the models, along with case recommendations and software tips. from Wired https://ift.tt/33OkKmg via Gabe's Musing's

Paywalls, Newsletters, and the New Echo Chamber

When everything is subscription-based, how many news sources will any one person actually read? from Wired https://ift.tt/37ICn7T via Gabe's Musing's

When Sex Toys Get the Tech-Startup Treatment

On this week's Get WIRED podcast, writer Lux Alptraum tackles the messy tale of Lora DiCarlo's allegedly game-changing vibrator. from Wired https://ift.tt/39NV64F via Gabe's Musing's

The Vaccines Are Coming. It’s Time to Call Your Mom

The next, crucial step in beating the pandemic? Having conversations with our vaccine-shy loved ones. from Wired https://ift.tt/3giVg5e via Gabe's Musing's

Who Will We Be When This Is All Over?

The Covid-19 pandemic has brought incalculable suffering and trauma. But it also offers ways for people—and even societies—to change for the better. from Wired https://ift.tt/3oBBgxX via Gabe's Musing's

These 7 Pots and Pans Are All You Need in the Kitchen

Picking the right cookware can be a soul-sucking research project, but don’t give in to temptation and buy a set. Here’s a short list of unique essentials. from Wired https://ift.tt/3qz5dQQ via Gabe's Musing's

14 Boozy Gift Ideas for the Amateur Bartender

From growlers to glassware, these are our favorite picks for beer, wine, or cocktail connoisseurs. from Wired https://ift.tt/34OeSYg via Gabe's Musing's

High-Energy X-Rays Reveal the Secrets of Ancient Egyptian Ink

Analysis of 12 papyrus fragments from the Tebtunis Temple suggests that certain paint techniques were developed and used well before the 15th Century. from Wired https://ift.tt/2JG1twj via Gabe's Musing's

The Ultimate Quarantine Self-Care Guide

Here's how to take care of your nails, hair, and skin at home—because if there was ever a time to be kind to yourself, it's now. from Wired https://ift.tt/2VswE0a via Gabe's Musing's

The Search for Dark Matter Is Dramatically Expanding

Physicists are checking whether dark matter tickles different types of detectors, nudges starlight, warms planetary cores, or even lodges in rocks. from Wired https://ift.tt/36NceWj via Gabe's Musing's

A Race Car Crash From Hell—and the Science That Saved Its Driver

Romain Grosjean’s F1 car slammed into a wall at 137 mph and burst into flames. He walked away because of decades of work by unsung scientists and engineers. from Wired https://ift.tt/2JwAjrS via Gabe's Musing's

9 Browser Extensions to Help You Search the Web Better

Search results can be cluttered with ads and other less-useful information. These add-ons strip out the junk to help you find what you're looking for. from Wired https://ift.tt/2L4J24I via Gabe's Musing's

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The US Used the Patriot Act to Justify Logging Website Users

Plus: Better Twitter two-factor, a Spotify hack, and more of the week’s top security news. from Wired https://ift.tt/36GqLmK via Gabe's Musing's

The Best Sex Toys and Tech for Every Body

Spending more time indoors? Here are our favorite gender-inclusive adult devices to give you and your partner(s) a helping hand. from Wired https://ift.tt/3e0CP3j via Gabe's Musing's

Physicists Are Closer to Knowing the Size of a Proton … Sort of

A new and potentially improved measurement of a proton’s charge radius brings scientists closer to an answer. But the issue is still unresolved. from Wired https://ift.tt/36HQkUk via Gabe's Musing's

Another Victim of Global Warming: The Great British Bake Off

Increasing summer temperatures are proving a menace to butter, chocolates, and baked Alaska. from Wired https://ift.tt/37AcQhn via Gabe's Musing's

This Is the Perfect Bedroom Guitar Amp

The Positive Grid Spark will inspire you to step out of your musical wheelhouse. from Wired https://ift.tt/2VDIu87 via Gabe's Musing's

20 Smart Gifts to Upgrade Your Beauty Routine

Give your loved ones the gift of feeling fabulous with these tools and sets. from Wired https://ift.tt/3oiY8lA via Gabe's Musing's

Trust in Covid Vaccines Grows, Planning Begins, and More News

Catch up on the most important updates from this week. from Wired https://ift.tt/3qvx7wX via Gabe's Musing's

Teddy Roosevelt Is Basically a Fantasy Character

Erin Lindsey's Rose Gallagher books give America's 26th president the paranormal cowboy stories he deserves. from Wired https://ift.tt/3mGPyws via Gabe's Musing's

The Ascent of Elliot Page

The Oscar-nominated Umbrella Academy star came out as trans this week—a huge moment for the actor and everyone watching his rise. from Wired https://ift.tt/39HYrlW via Gabe's Musing's

Apple's Covid Response Was Extremely Apple

Plus: A patented pizza box, polarization on Parler, and a sad update. from Wired https://ift.tt/2VBfQVd via Gabe's Musing's

5 Sanitizers to Blast the Feces Off Your Toothbrush

A device that cleans toothbrushes with UV light is something you probably want. Trust us. from Wired https://ift.tt/3qsun3E via Gabe's Musing's

The Best iPad to Buy (and the Ones to Avoid)

With several new iPads on the market, choosing the right one is more complicated than ever. We’re here to help. from Wired https://ift.tt/2wG37a7 via Gabe's Musing's

How The Tumult of 2020 Will Shape the Future of Ride Sharing

This week, we talk about the new legal and social realities that Lyft, Uber, the scooter companies, and bike-share companies will face once the pandemic ends. from Wired https://ift.tt/37PwvKr via Gabe's Musing's

13 Piping-Hot Gift Ideas for Coffee Lovers

We all know someone who puts a little too much time into their morning brew. Here's how to shop for them. from Wired https://ift.tt/2NQTdJl via Gabe's Musing's

The Future of Work: ‘Collaborative Configurations of Minds’ by Lettie Prell

“No longer were we merely the created machine called Artificial Intelligence. We became Alternative Intelligence.” from Wired https://ift.tt/2JyrBsQ via Gabe's Musing's

For the Second Time Ever, an Asteroid Sample Returns to Earth

The Japanese Hayabusa2 mission to asteroid Ryugu marks a major milestone this weekend with the return of pristine space rock. from Wired https://ift.tt/3g82qJw via Gabe's Musing's

A Member of the ‘Squad’ Takes on Cryptocurrency

US Representative Rashida Tlaib, a progressive first-term lawmaker, has cosponsored a bill requiring stablecoins like Facebook's Libra to be issued by banks. from Wired https://ift.tt/3qsacCJ via Gabe's Musing's

Among Us and a Resurgence of Narrative-Free Games

In the midst of a pandemic, we're all suffering from narrative exhaustion right now. from Wired https://ift.tt/3qoljNj via Gabe's Musing's

A Prominent AI Ethics Researcher Says Google Fired Her

Timnit Gebru is a leader among those examining the societal impacts of the technology. She had also criticized the company's diversity efforts. from Wired https://ift.tt/3g50Vfk via Gabe's Musing's

A ‘Magical Bug’ Exposed Any iPhone in a Hacker's Wi-Fi Range

A Google researcher found flaws in Apple's AWDL protocol that would have allowed for a complete device takeover. from Wired https://ift.tt/2JzLG1V via Gabe's Musing's

China Stakes Its Claim to Quantum Supremacy

Google trumpeted its quantum computer that outperformed a conventional supercomputer. A Chinese group says it's done the same, with different technology. from Wired https://ift.tt/39Fil0I via Gabe's Musing's

On Section 230, It's Trump vs. Trump

The president is urging Congress to repeal a law that his own trade agreements commit the country to. from Wired https://ift.tt/3g804KB via Gabe's Musing's

Spoil Your Cat Over the Holidays With Our Favorite Gear

Between litter boxes, beds, scratchers, and trees, cats require a lot of supplies. These are our favorites. from Wired https://ift.tt/3lDFAL3 via Gabe's Musing's

Slay Every Sauce and Soup With This $100 Stick Blender

Braun's new powerful and easy-to-use immersion blender is an essential kitchen upgrade. from Wired https://ift.tt/3mwlYK5 via Gabe's Musing's

Underground Brine Could Be a Source of Oxygen on Mars

A new study tests a device that can efficiently split the resource’s water into pure oxygen and hydrogen in Martian conditions. from Wired https://ift.tt/39EY7V4 via Gabe's Musing's

The Arecibo Observatory Is More Than Just a Telescope

The world’s second largest radio telescope collapsed on Tuesday. But its legacy is indestructible. from Wired https://ift.tt/3lE9COG via Gabe's Musing's

The Best Travel Mugs to Ward Off the Winter Chill

From classics like Yeti and Stanley to new tumblers from OtterBox and Snow Peak, these picks will keep your libations piping hot. from Wired https://ift.tt/38WKz3T via Gabe's Musing's

Giving Gadgets As Gifts? Get Ready to Answer These Questions

Bestowing tech gifts means anticipating confusion about privacy and recurring fees. Here's how to ease the minds of loved ones this year. from Wired https://ift.tt/2JHY8wg via Gabe's Musing's

Do Diverse Corporate Boards Lead to a Fairer Workplace?

Nasdaq wants at least one woman and one underrepresented minority among directors at listed companies. The proposal goes further than most, but will it matter? from Wired https://ift.tt/2Vxiifi via Gabe's Musing's

Apple’s New iPad Air Is a Great Tablet With a Few Quirks

The 2020 edition of the iPad Air is light, powerful, convenient. It's a good buy as long as you don't mind a few small annoyances. from Wired https://ift.tt/2VwrTTA via Gabe's Musing's

Warp Speed, Atomic Structure, and the Future of Vaccines

John Mascola, who worked on the research that led to the Moderna shot, thinks Covid-19 proves we have to prep for the next virus, too. from Wired https://ift.tt/3lAAQG2 via Gabe's Musing's

Hackers Are Targeting the Covid-19 Vaccine ‘Cold Chain’

As vaccines await US approval, a sophisticated global phishing campaign has tried to harvest credentials from companies involved in their distribution. from Wired https://ift.tt/36E7Wkh via Gabe's Musing's

This Notorious Botnet Has an Alarming New Trick

The hackers behind TrickBot have begun probing victim PCs for vulnerable firmware, which would let them persist on devices undetected. from Wired https://ift.tt/2I981mu via Gabe's Musing's

The Journey of Electronic Bottles and the Ocean Plastic Crisis

Researchers loaded containers with trackers and released them in the Ganges and the Bay of Bengal, giving new insight into how plastic pollution travels. from Wired https://ift.tt/2JxjNYl via Gabe's Musing's

A Broken Piece of Internet Backbone Might Finally Get Fixed

Efforts to secure the Border Gateway Protocol have picked up critical momentum, including a big assist from Google. from Wired https://ift.tt/3mxVw2K via Gabe's Musing's

New AI-Based Navigation Helps Loon’s Balloons Hover in Place

Reinforcement learning might be the next step in keeping broadband-carrying balloons afloat above remote areas. Could Venus be next? from Wired https://ift.tt/3ofU719 via Gabe's Musing's

19 Delightful Gifts for Music Lovers and Audiophiles

From headphones and speakers to accessories for their vinyl LPs, these gift ideas will appeal to any audio lover. from Wired https://ift.tt/2HZlixI via Gabe's Musing's

Double Your Laptop’s Screen Size With a Portable Monitor

The Vissles-M is an excellent and easy-to-use touchscreen monitor that sits next to your computer, embiggening your WFH workspace. from Wired https://ift.tt/33xF7Uj via Gabe's Musing's

Two Global Efforts Try to Trace the Origin of the Covid Virus

Both teams want to know when—or how often—the virus passed from animals to people. But the trail may have gone cold, and the search has gotten political. from Wired https://ift.tt/3mASDOE via Gabe's Musing's

This Company Uses AI to Outwit Malicious AI

Robust Intelligence is among a crop of companies that offer to protect clients from efforts at deception. from Wired https://ift.tt/3qmej39 via Gabe's Musing's

The Pandemic Gives Us a Chance to Change How We Get Around

City transportation ecosystems are suddenly getting more diverse, giving us an opportunity to (finally) rethink the car. from Wired https://ift.tt/3fVCscg via Gabe's Musing's

The Best Barefoot Shoes for Walking or Running

Our favorite zero-drop, minimalist footwear will let you feel the ground beneath your feet. from Wired https://ift.tt/2L3jLYV via Gabe's Musing's

Not Even William Barr Buys Trump’s Election Nonsense

The attorney general has long been one of the president’s chief apologists. Not this time. from Wired https://ift.tt/2KYPdaA via Gabe's Musing's

Our 100+ Favorite Cyber Monday Deals Still Available Today

We combed through every Black Friday and Cyber Monday deal we featured this week. These deals remain—for the moment. from Wired https://ift.tt/36pR9B2 via Gabe's Musing's

A Story About a Gargantuan Space Creature

Here's this month's prompt, how to submit, and an illustrated archive of past favorites. from Wired https://ift.tt/2HY6Lm7 via Gabe's Musing's

7 Simple Ways to Make Your Android Phone More Secure

Here's how to lock down your data and stop others from snooping on your personal information. from Wired https://ift.tt/2Jt4OOS via Gabe's Musing's

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

PlayStation Plus, PlayStation Now, Xbox Live Gold, Game Pass, Game Pass Ultimate—we break it down so you can pick the right one for you. from Wired https://ift.tt/3fUImu1 via Gabe's Musing's

One Free Press Coalition Spotlights Journalists Under Attack - December 2020

This month's list focuses on cases relating to Covid-19, as thousands of individuals have called on the UN to free jailed journalists amid the ongoing pandemic. from Wired https://ift.tt/39xG031 via Gabe's Musing's

How to Back Up and Move Your Photos Between Services

Leaving Google Photos now that it's no longer free and unlimited? Considering Apple Photos or OneDrive? Here's how to take your library with you. from Wired https://ift.tt/2JpnRtJ via Gabe's Musing's

The 14 Best 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. from Wired https://ift.tt/36sHWrX via Gabe's Musing's

The Free Market Approach to This Pandemic Isn't Working

The US health care system has always been unequal, but Covid-19 has revealed it to be absurd. from Wired https://ift.tt/39A7uVR via Gabe's Musing's

How a Vibrating Smartwatch Could Be Used to Stop Nightmares

The FDA has given NightWare clearance to market a “digital therapeutic” device that uses an Apple Watch to interrupt PTSD-related nightmares. from Wired https://ift.tt/3fW9SqZ via Gabe's Musing's

They Found Community, and Then Love, in Online Games