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Best Apple Watch Bands of 2026: Nike, Hermés, and More
We’ve been testing bands since the first Apple Watch launched in 2015. From silicone sports straps to leather bands, I’ve rounded up the best for every occasion.
CBP facility codes sure seem to have leaked via online flashcards
Quizlet flashcards seem to include sensitive information about gate security at CBP locations.
Heatbit Maxi Pro Review: a Space Heater That Also Mines Bitcoin
Electricity rates have gotten so atrocious that this Heatbit wants to offset your costs with bitcoin mining. But the math doesn't add up.
3 Best Robot Lawn Mowers (2026), Tested and Reviewed
These smart mowers are expensive alternatives to some good old-fashioned yard work, but they’re finally good enough to consider if you’d rather sip an iced tea and watch the robot go by.
With One Million Displaced, Lebanon Turns to Digital Wallets for Aid
Amid mass displacement and collapsing trust in institutions, digital wallets are becoming critical conduits for aid, connecting diaspora donors directly with communities on the ground.
Sony’s PS5 Price Hikes Prove This Console Generation Is Far From Over. Good.
The current console generation may last longer than anyone expects.
The Hack That Exposed Syria’s Sweeping Security Failures
When Syrian government accounts were hijacked in March, the breach looked chaotic. But it revealed something more troubling: a state struggling with the most basic layer of cybersecurity.
Artemis II is going so well that we're left to talk about frozen urine
"I think the fixation on the toilet is kind of human nature."
Tech companies are trying to neuter Colorado’s landmark right-to-repair law
A state bill is a glimpse of how corporations are limiting people's ability to make their own fixes and upgrades.
Sonos Play Review: Performance Meets Convenience
With great sound and versatility, this new speaker may be Sonos’ best.
Best Ski Clothes (2026): Patagonia, Arc’teryx, Burton, and More
From weatherproof jackets and pants to puffers, gloves, and socks, WIRED’s winter sports experts have you covered.
Aiper IrriSense 2 Smart Irrigation System Review: Clever Yet Uneven
This hose-attached smart sprinkler maps your yard, rotates on command, and measures water use. Despite these clever features, the results are a little uneven.
Hackers Are Posting the Claude Code Leak With Bonus Malware
Plus: The FBI says a recent hack of its wiretap tools poses a national security risk, attackers stole Cisco source code as part of an ongoing supply chain hacking spree, and more.
How to Get Reliable Wi-Fi in Your Backyard
There are several ways to extend your Wi-Fi network into your backyard and out onto the deck or patio. Here’s how.
The Trajectory of the Artemis II Moon Mission Is a Feat of Engineering
The astronauts will arrive about 10,300 kilometers beyond our satellite, breaking all previous records for distance from Earth. But how was their route chosen?
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Trump proposes steep cut to NASA budget as astronauts head for the Moon
Congress will likely reject the White House's NASA cuts, just as it did last year.
Ice Age dice show early Native Americans may have understood probability
Ice Age hunter-gatherer "were intentionally relying on random outcomes in repeatable, rule-based ways."
As Artemis II zooms to the Moon, everything seems to be going swimmingly
The cabin was colder on Thursday, but the crew has been able to adjust the temperature.
Meta Pauses Work With Mercor After Data Breach Puts AI Industry Secrets at Risk
Major AI labs are investigating a security incident that impacted Mercor, a leading data vendor. The incident could have exposed key data about how they train AI models.
Scientists Have Made a French Fry Breakthrough
Researchers have developed a method of making french fries that results in a healthier bite without sacrificing crispiness.
Elon Musk insists banks working on SpaceX IPO must buy Grok subscriptions
Some banks "agreed to spend tens of millions on the chatbot," NYT reports.
"Cognitive surrender" leads AI users to abandon logical thinking, research finds
Experiments show large majorities uncritically accepting "faulty" AI answers.
Trump ignores biggest reasons his AI data center buildout is failing
Nearly 50% of data center projects delayed as China holds key to power infrastructure.
OpenClaw gives users yet another reason to be freaked out about security
The viral AI agentic tool let attackers silently gain admin unauthenticated access.
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OpenAI’s Fidji Simo Is Taking Medical Leave Amid an Executive Shake-Up
The company is undergoing major leadership restructuring as its CEO of AGI deployment goes on leave for “several weeks.”
Edward ‘Big Balls’ Coristine Is Helping Out on Viral Fraud Videos Now
The DOGE engineer appeared on influencer Nick Shirley's podcast this week to talk corruption and government work—and how they collaborated on Shirley's recent ‘investigation.’
Netflix must refund customers for years of price hikes, Italian court rules
Consumer group says it will sue if Netflix doesn't reduce current prices.
EV adoption in America: Who's winning, who's losing?
Some OEMs saw double-digit growth in Q1, others saw double-digit declines.
John Perry Barlow, JFK Jr., and a Night of Grief I Can’t Forget
Watching Love Story brought back a surreal evening in 1994.
OpenAI takes on another "side quest," buys tech-focused talk show TBPN
OpenAI says program will remain in Los Angeles and will be editorially independent.
The Best Samsung Galaxy S26 Cases (2026): S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra
Protect your new Samsung phone with the help of these cases and screen protectors.
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The Best iPad to Buy (and Some to Avoid) in 2026: Compare the Air, Pro, Mini
We break down the current iPad lineup to help you figure out which of Apple’s tablets is best for you.
A Year After DOGE Cuts, GSA Now Plans to Hire Hundreds of Employees
The General Services Administration is hiring “approximately 400 positions,” according to an internal email viewed by WIRED. Last year the agency lost thousands of workers as part of DOGE’s rampage.
Best Game Controllers for PC, Switch, PS5, and Xbox
A great gamepad instantly levels up your play. These are our top picks for Switch, Xbox, PlayStation, and PC.
New Garmin Training Features (2026): Nutrition Tracking, Lifestyle Logging, and More
Nutrition tracking? Gear tracking? Garmin’s latest software updates aim to add value to the company’s line of premium sports watches.
The 3 Best Portable Jump Starters in 2026: Get Charged Up
The new crop of portable jump starters means you'll never be stuck waiting on a tow. Here are the devices we'd trust.
Trump’s Economy Has Come for Sugar Babies
Amid the latest economic downturn, sugar babies are asking their daddies for stock market advice and taking on vanilla jobs to recession-proof their incomes.
Samsung Frame Pro and OLED TV News: What You Need To Know in 2026
Samsung leans into its artistic side with its newest TVs.
CBP Facility Codes Sure Seem to Have Leaked Via Online Flashcards
The Quizlet flashcards, which WIRED found through basic Google searches, seem to include sensitive information about gate security at Customs and Border Protection locations.
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Four astronauts are now inexorably bound for the Moon
“I don’t think we could be more pleased."
Perplexity's "Incognito Mode" is a "sham," lawsuit says
Google, Meta, and Perplexity accused of sharing millions of chats to increase ad revenue.
SpaceX tries to convince FCC that Amazon put satellites into wrong altitude
Amazon denies violation, says SpaceX caused conflict by lowering Starlink satellites.
Google Vids gets AI upgrade with Veo and Lyria models, directable AI avatars
Google Vids brings together Google's most capable AI creation tools.