The Many Metaphors of Metamorphosis

Not every transition must be a caterpillar into a butterfly, or a solitary trek through terror and pain. The natural world has other models of transformation.

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What is 5G? The Complete Guide to When, Why, and How

Here’s everything you need to know about the spectrum, millimeter-wave technology, and what 5G means for you.

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Update Android Right Now to Fix a Scary Remote-Execution Flaw

Plus: Patches for Apple iOS 16, Google Chrome, Windows 10, and more.

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WIRED Tested Miracle Hangover Cures. You're Welcome

Do “anti-hangover” supplements really work? With the sterling help of a UK rugby team, we raised a glass or five to find out.

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Road Robots Are Coming to the Rescue

Supply chains are clogged and driving is getting more dangerous. 2023’s autonomous vehicles could help fix both.

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Emotional AI Is No Substitute for Empathy

Artificial intelligence will try—and fail—to grasp the subtleties of human expression.

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How to Start (and Keep) a Healthy Habit

Whether you want to run a marathon or learn to play the guitar, here's how to set yourself up for success.

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The Password Isn’t Dead Yet. You Need a Hardware Key

Any multifactor authentication adds protection, but a physical token is the best bet when it really counts.

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How to Live on the Precipice of Tomorrow

People don’t have to know exactly what’s going to happen and how to prepare for it. In the meantime, they can focus on what they know to be true.

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How to Build Your Own First Aid Kit (2022)

You can put together a smarter, cheaper, and more comprehensive medical kit than the ones the stores will sell you.

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10 Best Wireless Earbuds for Working Out (2022)

Rock your inner jock with a pair of sturdy, sweatproof, and tangle-proof headphones. Here are our favorites.

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22 Things That Made the World a Better Place in 2022

From spinal implants that allow paralyzed people to walk to smashing an asteroid off course with a rocket, this wasn’t just a year of negative headlines.

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What is Wi-Fi 7? Everything You Need to Know About the Next Wireless Standard

The Wi-Fi 6The Wi-Fi 6E successor is creeping closer, and it promises to significantly boost the speed and stability of your wireless connections.

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Machine Learning Could Create the Perfect Game Bosses

The next generation of video game characters could be powered by AI, making them more engaging and challenging.

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Is It 2023 Yet?

This week, we look back at 2022’s biggest consumer tech stories. Then, we offer our predictions for what the next 12 months will bring.

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The Case Against Hopewashing

There are many tensions in our relationship to hope. The key is not to let corporations exploit them.

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The Singularity of Allison Williams

Girls. Get Out. Now M3GAN. In just a handful of performances, the actress has redefined authenticity—and achieved a new kind of artificial reality.

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LastPass Data Breach: It's Time to Ditch This Password Manager

The password manager's most recent data breach is so concerning, users need to take immediate steps to protect themselves.

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12 Best Camera Accessories for Phones (2022): Apps, Tripods, Mics, and More

From mobile lenses to shotgun mics, here’s everything you need to assemble a portable, pro-grade photo or video studio.

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Sure, Kids Can Develop iPhone Apps. But It’s Not Easy

Apple’s Swift Playgrounds can help young and novice coders get started building applications—with varying degrees of success.

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How Indie Studios Are Pioneering Accessible Game Design

Smaller shops prove that you don't need a AAA budget to create games for everyone.

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Humans and AI Will Understand Each Other Better Than Ever

Transformers—data models based on neural networks—will radically change how machines interact with us.

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The 12 Best Albums of 2022

From Bad Bunny to Beyoncé, this year’s best albums dominated by delivering more than just TikTok hits.

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How to Use Your Smartphone to Cope With Vision Loss (2022)

From Magnifier to Lookout, here’s how you can benefit from features on Android and Apple devices.

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The Reign of the Part-Time Twitch Streamer

It’s almost impossible to earn a living on the streaming service. Maybe it’s time to stop trying.

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An Online Safety Bill Is Coming to the UK—But It’s Not Enough

The long-awaited bill is set to pass next year, but its many limitations make it ineffective. It might even set a dangerous precedent for free speech.

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Hacktivism Is Back and Messier Than Ever

Throughout 2022, geopolitics has given rise to a new wave of politically motivated attacks with an undercurrent of state-sponsored meddling.

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AI or No, It’s Always Too Soon to Sound the Death Knell of Art

When the camera arrived on the scene, painters declared art dead. Sound familiar?

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Classic WIRED Covers—Regenerated by AI

We asked some of our favorite artists to re-create their work using new image generators.

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19 Best After-Christmas Sales and Deals (2022): Vacuums, Phones, and Board Games

Put those gift cards to good use with these discounts on everything from tech to toys.

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7 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Elgato Stream Deck (2022)

This LCD control panel is a popular tool for streamers, but you can use it to get real work done.

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The 12 Best Books of 2022

From sea creatures to a Station Eleven follow-up, these are the best books we read in 2022.

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Bev by Black & Decker Cocktail Maker Review: Let the Robot Tend Bar

This product adds booze of your choosing to pre-mixed flavor pods, sort of like a Keurig machine for alcoholic drinks.

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This Year’s Epic Fantasy Face-Off Had No Winners

House of the Dragon and The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power battled for the hearts of fantasy audiences everywhere.

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How to Turn Your Phone Into a Webcam (2022): Mac, Windows, iPhone, Android

Upgrade your Zoom meetings with that snazzy camera in your pocket.

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What Music Did You Stream in 2022? Here's How to Find Your Recaps

From Spotify Wrapped to Apple Music Replay, these are all the services that will tell you what songs were on the soundtrack of your year.

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25 Best Online Co-Op Games (2022): Playstation, Xbox, PC, Switch

Make some long-distance connections. These cooperative multiplayer titles let you play together over the internet.

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How to Use Voice Commands on Your TV (2022): Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, and Roku TV Voice Commands

Control your television with virtual assistants or the mic on your remote using these handy tips.

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35 of the Best Shows on Disney+ Right Now

The House of Mouse has plenty of streaming options for the whole family.

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This Christmas, It’s ‘Firmageddon’ as Climate Change Hits Oregon

More than a million acres of state forest contain trees that have succumbed to stressors exacerbated by a multiyear drought

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The 15 Best Movies of 2022—and Where to Watch Them

Yes, Top Gun: Maverick made the list. Yes, we’re as surprised as you are.

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Twitter Is No Longer a Creative Haven

Elon Musk's changes have been most destabilizing to the very people who made the platform's unique culture.

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13 Best Air Purifiers (2022): HEPA, Portable, and Quiet

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

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11 Ways to Upgrade Your Wi-Fi and Make Your Internet Faster (2022)

From Wi-Fi extenders to simple wall brackets, there's always something you can do to improve your internet connection at home.

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The Metaverse Doesn't Have a Leg to Stand On

It was a rocky year for the tech industry. To understand why, look no further than the "embodied internet."

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Imagine the Possibilities of Speaking Fluent Machine

AI can already turn natural language instructions into code, but in 2023, these productivity copilots will find myriad other uses.

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Best Thermal Cameras for Phones (2022): Flir, Seek Thermal, Uni-T, Perfect Prime

These infrared imaging devices will show you how hot or cold the objects in the photo are.

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The Best Automated Espresso, Latte, & Cappuccino Makers (2022)

Tired of plain drinks and pour-overs? Turn your kitchen into a café with these barista-worthy machines.

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The Bittersweet Defeat of Mpox

The epidemic has largely subsided, but largely because queer men seem to have learned more from AIDS and Covid-19 than the authorities did.

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What Is Flipper Zero? The Hacker Tool Going Viral on TikTok, Explained

Don’t be fooled by its fun name and Tamagotchi-like interface—this do-everything gadget is trouble waiting to happen and a whole lot more.

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The Secret Life of Plant Killers

To take out invasives, the US relies on crews wielding hatchets, chainsaws, and herbicide. It’s a messy, fun job—but it may not be enough to stop the spread.

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11 Rapid At-Home Covid-19 Tests—and Where to Find Them

How accurate are over-the-counter swabs? Does your insurance cover them? We have answers.

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The Best Dyson Vacuums (2022): V15, V12, and More

Feeling the pull of a clean machine? We'll help you make sense of the company's whirlwind lineup.

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Mastodon Is Hurtling Toward a Tipping Point

As the niche, decentralized social networking platform rises in popularity, it faces rising costs, culture shifts—and potential legal risks.

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The Crispr Baby Scientist Is Back. Here’s What He’s Doing Next

He Jiankui discusses his plans for finding cures for devastating genetic diseases. Should the scientific community trust him?

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11 Best Mobile Game Controllers (2022): iPhone or Android

Touchscreens don’t always get the job done. Try one of these WIRED-tested controllers for your iPhone or Android instead.

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Spaceflight Companies Promised to Do Science—So How’s It Going?

Research has taken a back seat on the industry’s initial space jaunts, but it could become significant as the trips rack up.

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9 Best Retro Game Consoles (2022): Evercade, Polymega, Analogue Pocket, and Controllers

From the stylish Evercade to the old-school Sega Genesis Mini, these machines will have you bleeping, blooping, and blasting back to the good old days.

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Elon Musk and the Dangers of Censoring Real-Time Flight Trackers

Elon Musk claims plane-tracking data is a risky privacy violation. But the world loses a lot if this information disappears—and that's already happening.

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The Great Carbon Con Is Coming to an End

No more fluffy climate goals and emissions offsets. Businesses will soon be expected to show real progress.

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Tired, Filthy, and Overworked: Inside Amazon’s Holiday Rush

The retailer’s warehouses are flooded with packages. Workers say that means mandatory extra shifts and faster-paced work.

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Analogue Pocket Review: The Best Way to Play Old Game Boy Cartridges

Analogue Pocket's 21st-century handheld makes revisiting games from outdated mobile consoles more fun than ever.

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The Quest to Defuse Guyana’s Carbon Bomb

A former BP lawyer is going up against Exxon—and her own country—in a bid to stop offshore oil drilling before disaster strikes.

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How to Get Your 4 Free At-Home Covid-19 Tests (2022)

The US is offering four more at-home tests to every household. Here's how to get yours.

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Everrati GT40 2023 First Drive: Fast, Furious

This UK-based EV conversion company took the Holy Grail of American ICE sports cars, and made it suitable for modern-day racers—so we tried the prototype.

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13 Best Messenger Bags (2022): Crossbody, Slings, Shoulder Bags

From everyday canvas sacks to rainstorm-ready sling packs, these one-strap wonders shoulder the burden.

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Empathy in the Age of AI

Anthropomorphism was once considered a danger to the animal world. It's not so simple.

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25 Best Wireless Chargers (2022): Pads, Stands, iPhone Docks, and More

Stop fumbling for cables in the dark. These WIRED-tested stands and pads will take the hassle out of refueling your phone, wireless earbuds, and watch.

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Mastodon Features That Twitter Should Steal (but Won’t)

Elon Musk's platform could learn a thing or two from its most popular alternative—like how to build a social platform people actually want to be on.

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These At-Home Skincare Tools Make Beauty Feel Accessible

The Shark FlexStyle, TheraFace Pro, and Dermaflash Luxe want you to cancel your next salon appointment.

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8 Best Electric Scooters (2022): Affordable, Lightweight, Long-Range, Fast

These WIRED-tested two-wheelers will help you scoot scoot scoot around town.

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Physicists Rewrite a Quantum Rule That Clashes With Our Universe

The past and future are tightly linked in conventional quantum mechanics. A tweak could let quantum possibilities increase as space expands.

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How to Use Google Health Connect

Spend less time jumping between fitness and well-being apps, and organize your health data in one place.

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A New Discipline Pushes Back Against Sowing Doubt

The rise of agnotology will equip us with the tools to tackle mis- and disinformation, whatever its source.

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14 Best Sleep Gadgets and Apps (2022): Noise Machines, Blankets, Lights, and More

Do you struggle to nod off or stay asleep through the night? These WIRED-tested tools can help.

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Charge ’67 EV Review: Exclusive Style, Premium Price

This super exclusive electro-retro ride is cooler than Bullitt’s classic on the outside—with the tech from Arrival’s electric vans under the hood.

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Apple May Allow Rival App Stores on Some iPhones and iPads

Plus: Google’s smart home gadgets now work with Matter, the US is mailing out free Covid tests again, and the iPod of crypto has arrived.

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The ‘30x30’ Conservation Goal Divides and Inspires at COP15

The target is dominating the summit, but the issue of finding a balance between Indigenous peoples’ rights and protecting 30 percent of Earth remains.

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Our Favorite Hair Dryers and Diffusers (2022): Blow-Dryers, Brushers, and Diffusers

We tried blow-dryers, brushes, and a machine that sucks up your locks like a vacuum. These are our top tools to dry your do.

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‘Lemon Cake’ Is the Perfect Recipe for Casual Gamers

It's a cozy, feel-good game on the Nintendo Switch for anyone looking to unwind during the holiday craze.

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Trump’s Twitter Ban Was Unfair, but Not for the Reason You Think

If Twitter had implemented its rules uniformly, other world leaders would have been banned too.

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Storytelling Will Save the Earth

Emotional resonance, not cold statistics, will bring home the scale of the climate crisis—and the need for action.

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How Far Can You Fly a Battery-Powered Jumbo Jet?

The answer explains why electric cars are everywhere, but electric aircraft are still a novelty.

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GoPro Hero 11 Mini Review: Smaller, Lighter, But Harder to Use

The lack of screens saves weight and might be perfect for some people, but this action camera has a few too many compromises.

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Big Tech Laid Off Thousands. Here’s Who Wants Them Next

Governments, nonprofits, and small startups hope to scoop up people let go by the likes of Meta and Amazon. It’s their big chance to lure top-tier talent.

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The Spawn of ChatGPT Will Try to Sell You Things

Companies are exploring how to adapt powerful new chatbot technology to negotiate with customer service—and to persuade humans to buy stuff.

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Welcome to Digital Nomadland

A Portuguese island created a village for remote workers, promising community to the newcomers and prosperity to the locals—then delivered on neither.

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A New NASA Satellite Will Map Earth’s Rising Seas

A spacecraft called SWOT will image most of the planet every 21 days to track flooding, drought, and many other water woes.

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Best Kindle (2022): Which Amazon Ebook Reader Should You Buy?

Here’s how Amazon’s ebook readers stack up—and which one might be right for you.

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Moog’s New Theramin Etherwave Still Makes Far-Out Sounds

This electromagnetic instrument is nearly a hundred years old but will still bring a smile to anyone’s face.

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You're Gonna Need a Crypto Wallet

This week, we talk about the development of the Ledger Stax, a cryptocurrency wallet designed by Tony Fadell.

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GPS Signals Are Being Disrupted in Russian Cities

Navigation system monitors have seen a recent uptick in interruptions since Ukraine began launching long-range drone attacks.

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10 Best Xbox Series X/S Games You Can Play Now (2022)

These are the titles that make the most of your big, burly Microsoft console.

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Twitter Blue Explained: What Is It? How Much Does It Cost?

The relaunch of Twitter’s subscription service is pretty confusing. Here’s what users receive for their money.

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17 Best Tech Books to Gift (2022): Biographies, Startup Histories, Exposés

Give the techie in your life access to the inner workings of the companies and characters shaping Big Tech.

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A Smart Way to Get Ahead of the Next Flu Surge

Internet-connected thermometers can quickly show how influenza is spreading—so measures to control the disease can be targeted more effectively.

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Urbanista Phoenix Review: Clever Charging, Decent Sound

These solar-charging buds break new ground and promise endless playtime. But would you want to listen to them forever?

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The Best Meta Quest 2 Games You Can Play Right Now (2022)

Dipping your toes into virtual reality? From shooters to woodsy adventures, these are our favorites to play by yourself or with friends.

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Hackers Planted Files to Frame Indian Priest Who Died in Custody

And new evidence suggests those hackers may have collaborated with the police who investigated him.

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Roland Juno-X Review: A Nostalgic Workhorse

This do-anything reissue of a classic 1980s synthesizer is perfect for studio or stage.

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The Best Online Gift Cards and Digital Gift Ideas (2022)

Forget the wrapping paper and shipping. Go digital this year with subscriptions, ebooks, apps, and more.

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8 Best Robot Vacuums for Every Home and Budget (2022)

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

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NASA's Orion Moon Capsule Is Back. What Happens Next?

The craft survived a 26-day voyage and a scorching descent. Now it’s time for NASA engineers to learn what went wrong—and what went right.

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Cliffset's Portable Silverware Set Has a Built-In Dishwasher

No one wants to eat off a dirty fork. Cliffset’s cleaning tool and solution keeps your cutlery dust- and crust-free.

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7 Best Posture Correctors (2022): Braces, Apparel, Laptop Stands

You’re hunched over your desk and phone for hours. We rounded up gadgets, a DIY trick, and even some yoga advice to help you straighten up.

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Why Are People in the US Becoming Radicalized?

A confluence of factors is leading people in the nation to gravitate toward extremist views.

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14 Best Portable Battery Chargers (2022): For Phones, iPads, Laptops, and More

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

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How to Use Android's New Distraction-Free Reading Mode

With Google’s latest update, content is more accessible, and you’re able to concentrate on the text rather than anything else. Here’s how to get set up.

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How to Upgrade Your YouTube Recording Setup

Whether you’re recording specifically for the platform or making movies that may just end up there, this gear can help.

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The Bote Dock Hangout 240 Turns Every Gathering Into a Pool Party

Just drag this conveniently inflatable half-doughnut out to the nearest lake.

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Attackers Keep Targeting the US Electric Grid

Plus: Chinese hackers stealing US Covid relief funds, a cyberattack on the Met Opera website, and more.

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Dyson’s Zone Air Purifying Headphones Will Cost $950

Plus: Apple expands its repair program in Europe, Google Chrome becomes less of a resource hog, and the FTC objects to Microsoft’s purchase of Activision Blizzard.

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Upgrade Your Motorcycle Helmet—With a Bluetooth Headset

You shouldn’t have to look at your phone for navigation. In-ear directions from the Cardo Freecom 2X offer a smarter, safer way to hit the road.

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Insta360 X3 Review: A 360 and Action Camera in One

This slim spherical shooter offers better image quality, and even doubles as an action cam.

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Log4j’s Log4Shell Vulnerability: One Year Later, It’s Still Lurking

Despite mitigation, one of the worst bugs in internet history is still prevalent—and being exploited.

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ChatGPT’s Fluent BS Is Compelling Because Everything Is Fluent BS

The AI chatbot was trained on text created by humans. Of course its writing is superficially impressive and lacking in substance.

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ChatGPT, Galactica, and the Progress Trap

When large language models fall short, the consequences can be serious. Why is it so hard to acknowledge that?

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8 Best Smartwatches (2022): Apple Watch, Wear OS 3, Hybrid Watches

These WIRED-tested wearables reduce your reliance on a phone while keeping you connected.

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'Cocaine Bear' and the New Age of Internet Movies

Films made for, or inspired by, the extremely online will invade the discourse in early 2023. Get ready for M3GAN, Cat Person, and an ursid on drugs.

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Fossil Gen 6 Wellness Review: Avoid This Wear OS 3 Smartwatch

This disappointing Wear OS 3 smartwatch is barely more than a pretty face.

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Lensa AI and ‘Magic Avatars’: What to Know Before Using the App

Are you thinking about uploading some selfies and buying a pack of ‘Magic Avatars’? Consider these expert tips first.

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The 25 Best Family Board Games (2022): Cascadia, Labyrinth, and More

From monsters to kittens to strategy games, these sets will liven things up on nights when everyone is tired of screens.

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7 Best Cookbooks (Winter 2022): I Am From Here, Budmo, The Perfect Loaf

These favorites from the second half of the year teach us about Ukrainian and Chinese-American cuisines, cocktails, and sourdough loaves.

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Amazon Kindle Scribe Review: Read and Write on this Pricey Ebook Reader

You can read ebooks, write notes, or mark up PDFs on this new slate, but your wallet will feel a lot lighter.

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Fender American Vintage II 1961 Stratocaster Review: Closet Classic

The brand's new line of reissue guitars is just like the originals, right down to the hard case.

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The Extraordinary Shelf Life of the Deep Sea Sandwiches

How did a lunch last underwater for 10 months? The answer relates to how carbon moves in the deep sea, and has implications for fighting climate change.

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San Francisco Just Reversed Its Killer Robot Plan

The city’s board of supervisors has rolled back a controversial decision to let robots use lethal force without human intervention. But the fight is far from over.

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‘Magic Avatar’ App Lensa Generated Nudes from My Childhood Photos

The dreamy photo-editing AI is a nightmare waiting to happen.

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In 2022, Picking a Game of the Year Is Ridiculous

The ritual of pitting starkly different games against each other has outlived its usefulness.

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6 Best Advent Calendars (2022): Lego Star Wars, Bonne Maman, Molly J

Whether your loved one likes sweets, coffee, or something a little stronger, these treat-filled Advent calendars make a great gift.

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Yeti Rambler 10-Ounce Wine Tumbler Review: A Rugged Cup for Delicate Wine

It’s not the fanciest way to enjoy wine. But it won’t shatter in a light breeze like normal glassware.

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Electronic Second Skins Are the Wearables of the Future

Flexible e-skins could be used to measure wearers’ blood pressure, temperature, and oxygen levels in real time, assisting with diagnoses and health care.

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The Best Bike Computers (2022): Garmin, Wahoo, Bontrager, Hammerhead

Track your mileage, keep tabs on your heart rate, or map a ride from here to eternity with these handlebar-mounted cycling companions.

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Tony Fadell Is Trying to Build the iPod of Crypto

The product guru made Ledger’s new hardware wallet—a tiny vault for digital cash—flashy and fun. Plus, with this gadget you’ll never get FTX’d.

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Robo Truckers and the AI-Fueled Future of Transport

Concerns about artificial intelligence replacing long-haul drivers are not new, but the real story is more nuanced.

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Tado Wireless Smart Thermostat V3+ Review: Save on Gas

With gas prices soaring in Europe, I tried a new thermostat system that promises savings and lets you control temperature for individual rooms.

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A Good Fountain Pen—Like the Lamy 2000—Lets You Enjoy the Finer Things in Life

For everything from journaling to writing my wedding vows, the iconic Lamy 2000 has become my favorite literary accessory.

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This Low-Cost Test for Hearing Loss Lives on a Smartphone

Audiology screening can be inaccessible for kids in low-resource areas. By utilizing off-the-shelf products, these scientists are trying to change that.

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Park Rangers Are Using Silent Ebikes to Catch Poachers

A Swedish electric bike is helping Mozambique’s park rangers protect game and reducing the need for fossil fuel infrastructure in Africa’s remotest areas.

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Stormzy Has Built a Last-of-Its-Kind Social Media Empire

The UK grime rapper transformed #Merky into a music label, a book imprint, and advocacy campaigns—something that may be impossible in the new Twitter era.

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The Next Great Overdose-Reversing Drug Might Already Exist

Fentanyl-related substances have a bad reputation, but they could also save lives. In the US, a legislative battle to expedite research is heating up.

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Elon Musk's Twitter Isn’t Ready for the Next Natural Disaster

Emergency responders rely on the platform to share and collect lifesaving information. Looser moderation puts that in peril.

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8 Best Phones With a 3.5-mm Headphone Jack (2022): Rugged, Cheap, Luxe

Headphone jacks might be endangered, but they’re not gone. Here are some of our favorite smartphones that still let you plug in.

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2022 Game-of-the-Year Nominees Favored Indies With Animals

Stray, Cult of the Lamb, and Tunic are totally over human main characters.

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Tesla’s Berlin Hub Can’t Hire Enough People, or Keep Them

The company’s staffing problems have been magnified in Germany, where it is unable to meet targets as more workers head for the exit.

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Best Sonos Setup (2022): Which Speakers and Soundbars Should You Buy?

From the Move to the Beam, we’ve tested nearly every speaker from the venerable brand. We like them all—but here are the best picks to fit your lifestyle.

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How to Start a Cassette Collection in the 21st Century

The most unlikely of music formats is staging a return. Part novelty and part nostalgia, here’s how to dive in.

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The Enigma of Dragonfly 44, the Galaxy That’s Almost Invisible

A growing catalog of huge but dim “ultra-diffuse” galaxies is forcing astronomers to invent new theories of galactic evolution.

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Das Keyboard MacTigr Review: Just My Type

This sleek-looking and smooth-typing Das Keyboard MacTigr works flawlessly with Apple computers.

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7 Best Carpet Cleaners (2022): Budget, Spot Cleaners, Hard Floors

Tackle stubborn stains, ground-in grime, and pesky pet hair with one of these WIRED-tested washers.

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End-to-End Encryption Is Coming to Android Group Chats

Plus: Apple’s mixed-reality headset creeps toward actual reality, and a stronger type of Gorilla Glass is coming to phone screens.

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China’s Police State Targets Zero-Covid Protesters

Plus: ICE accidentally doxes asylum seekers, Google fails to uphold a post-Roe promise, and LastPass suffers the second breach this year.

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The Mystery of Alaska’s Disappearing Whales

Belugas pass cultural knowledge across generations. Their survival may depend on how they collectively adapt.

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The Twitter Files Revealed One Thing: Elon Musk Is Trapped

Messages show Twitter’s past leaders struggling with a tough moderation call with political overtones. Musk is now on the hook for such decisions himself.

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You Should Be Using More Lube

Forget what you've heard—sexual lubricants are a nightstand essential.

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Control Freak Is a Surprisingly Personal Video Game Memoir

'Gears of War' designer Cliff Bleszinski's new book is an intimate look into the life of a video game creator.

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Why the World Fell for FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried

Despite ample reasons to be skeptical of cryptocurrency schemes, the notion of the eccentric genius accomplishing extraordinary things was irresistible.

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AI Reveals the Most Human Parts of Writing

When do writers want help finding inspiration? And when do they want full control? Computers could expose the true future of the medium.

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Ditch Your USB-A Dongle and Embrace the USB-C Life

The old port is dead to me. Connect your peripherals to all your devices with the more universal connector.

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Victrola’s Portable Record Player Brings the Party Anywhere

You, too, can be the cool vinyl nerd at your next shindig. Now go sit next to the guy with the guitar.

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A Proactive Way to Detect Cancer at Its Earliest Stages

Medtech firm Earli is working on a way to make tumors announce themselves as they appear—and even provide directions to where they are in the body.

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12 Best Sexy Gifts for Lovers (2022): Heat Up the Holidays

The best presents are the ones you can share—or the gift of self-care. Our favorite vibrators, lube, and candles will make this holiday one to remember.

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We’re in Denial About the True Cost of a Twitter Implosion

Elon Musk’s platform may be hell, but it’s also where huge amounts of reputational and social wealth are invested. All of that is in peril.

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Samsung Galaxy A23 5G Review: Annoyingly Laggy

Long software support doesn’t matter if your phone is frustrating to use.

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Virality! What Is It Good For?

It was Twitter's greatest strength and greatest weakness—and there's no hope for a fix.

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Max Levchin’s War on Credit Cards

The PayPal cofounder on why his “buy now, pay later” company Affirm is a healthier way to borrow, what caused the techlash, and Elon Musk’s Twitter.

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Amazon’s Creep Into Health Care Has Some Experts Spooked

Using the tech giant’s new telehealth service will mean trusting it with your private data.

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Google Nest Wifi Pro Review: Wi-Fi 6E at a Reasonable Price

This system adds Wi-Fi 6E at a reasonable price but lacks many of the “pro” features you might expect.

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Inside Amazon Air’s Quest to Seize the Skies

In a bid to keep its two-day delivery promise, the fast-moving tech giant entered the risk-averse air cargo business—with some bumps along the way.

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