The Best Video Game Deals This September
Games for every console, plus DLC and freebies—all in one spot.
https://www.wired.com/story/best-video-game-deals/
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The Best Video Game Deals This September
Games for every console, plus DLC and freebies—all in one spot.
https://www.wired.com/story/best-video-game-deals/
As a young Black woman, I saw my pregnancy treated like a problem. So I ditched the doctors for home delivery and found an alternative model
https://www.wired.com/story/ruha-benjamin-pregnancy-black-maternal-mortality/
The US and EU are Teaming Up to Contain Big Tech
The EU’s chief antitrust enforcer Margrethe Vestager says that US tech companies are changing their behavior as global regulators question t
https://www.wired.com/story/the-us-and-eu-are-teaming-up-to-contain-big-tech/
California Voted for Cheaper Uber Rides. It May Have Hurt Drivers
Uber and Lyft spent millions promoting a controversial ballot measure. A new study suggests it has lowered driver wages.
https://www.wired.com/story/california-voted-for-cheaper-uber-rides-it-may-have-hurt-drivers/
The Sad Clown Joke That Became a Beloved Meme
Riffs on a wisecrack about the great Pagliacci have been around for decades. Their proliferation on Twitter says something about the human c
https://www.wired.com/story/great-clown-pagliacci-internet-meme/
This Dangerous Meme in US Politics Is Over a Century Old
Many associate the ‘America First’ movement with Trump, but its origins—and rebirth—are more complicated.
https://www.wired.com/story/america-first-meme-politics/
The Apple Watch Series 8 Wants to Be Your Lifeline
With Crash Detection and longer battery life in Low Power mode, the wearables seem to be designed for an increasingly terrifying world.
https://www.wired.com/review/apple-watch-series-8-and-apple-watch-se/
It’s Time for Cities to Ditch Delivery Trucks—for Cargo Bikes
A new study shows that cycling packages the final few miles to their recipients isn’t just greener than using a van, but often quicker too.
https://www.wired.com/story/cargo-bikes-greener-quicker/
The Joy and Dread of AI Image Generators Without Limits
Artists are free to create fantasies or nightmares with unrestricted image generator Stable Diffusion, but some fear a flood of AI-made horr
https://www.wired.com/story/the-joy-and-dread-of-ai-image-generators-without-limits/
Shadowy Russian Cell Phone Companies Are Cropping Up in Ukraine
But as Ukrainians retake ground, some of the firms are erasing their online presence.
https://www.wired.com/story/ukraine-war-mobile-networks-russia/
'Splatoon 3' Takes Shooting Games a Little Less Seriously
Nintendo’s latest in its paint-powered “squid game" franchise is just as fun and colorful as before, and is also a refreshing breath of fres
https://www.wired.com/story/splatoon-3-review/
A Steam Deck Reignited My Love for Homebrew PCs
Yes, I got Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PlayStation Remote Play working on my Steam Deck.
https://www.wired.com/story/steam-deck-homebrew-pc/
The Real Impact of the ‘Grand Theft Auto’ and ‘Diablo’ Leaks
When hackers release game information early, it’s the developers that suffer—not the players.
https://www.wired.com/story/grand-theft-auto-diablo-hacks/
The Fungus That Killed Frogs—and Led to a Surge in Malaria
A global fungal pandemic wiped out amphibians, destroyed biodiversity, and ultimately increased human illness. Now a second similar pathogen
https://www.wired.com/story/the-fungus-that-killed-frogs-and-led-to-a-surge-in-malaria/
How to Unsend and Edit Messages in iOS 16
With one long press, you can finally unsend that ill-considered rant—as long as both you and your contact have iOS 16.
https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-unsend-and-edit-messages-ios-16/
Peloton’s New Rowing Machine Is Here. Get Ready to Pay Up
Peloton Row is the company’s latest high-priced piece of workout equipment—and a holdover from a previous Peloton era.
https://www.wired.com/story/peloton-row/
The US Is Measuring Extreme Heat Wrong
Recent studies have revealed flaws in the heat index. With rising temperatures and humidity, maybe it’s time for a more holistic approach.
https://www.wired.com/story/the-us-is-measuring-extreme-heat-wrong/
The Duality of Being Black in Gaming Spaces
Being a Black gamer, developer, or even fan comes with challenges few others truly understand, but everyone can appreciate.
https://www.wired.com/story/duality-black-gaming-double-consciousness/
Games, Mysteries, and the Lure of QAnon
What do puzzles, video games, and conspiracy theories have in common?
https://www.wired.com/story/qanon-games-alternate-reality-conspiracy-theories/
What Happens to Everything With Queen Elizabeth II’s Image?
From stamps and cash to passports and postboxes, the minting of the United Kingdom’s new royal iconography will take years.
https://www.wired.com/story/updating-british-royal-iconography/
Underneath his misguided, inflammatory bluster about MAGA and slavery, Kanye holds a radical vision for a Black future.
https://www.wired.com/story/black-skinhead-brandi-collins-dexter-excerpt-kanye-west/
How My Daughter and I Learned to Speak the Same Language
Duolingo's gamification made Spanish lessons fun—and helped bridge the gap with my tween.
https://www.wired.com/story/duolingo-language-learning-family-relationships/
YouTube’s ‘Dislike’ Button Doesn’t Do What You Think
Users try to control the video platform’s algorithm by giving content a thumbs-down, but Mozilla researchers say it’s not so simple.
https://www.wired.com/story/youtube-dislike-button-mozilla-research/
Our Favorite Xero Barefoot Shoes Are on Sale Right Now
Snag a pair of zero-drop, minimalist shoes and rediscover the ground beneath your feet.
https://www.wired.com/story/xero-z-trail-barefoot-shoes-sale-september-2022/
The Deep Roots of Nigeria’s Cybersecurity Problem
Despite having one of the strongest data-protection policies in Africa, the country’s enforcement and disclosure practices remain dangerousl
https://www.wired.com/story/nigeria-cybersecurity-issues/
MoviePass Has Stumbled Repeatedly. Why Does It Still Have Fans?
The movie ticket subscription service is back again—and loyal cardholders are here for it.
https://www.wired.com/story/moviepass-diehard-fans/
To Understand Brain Disorders, Consider the Astrocyte
Neurons get a lot of attention—but researchers think this star-shaped brain cell type could hold the key to treating some disorders.
https://www.wired.com/story/to-understand-brain-disorders-consider-the-astrocyte/
Acer Nitro 5 Is Our Top Pick for Laptop Gamers on a Budget
Finding a portable PC with enough gaming power at a reasonable price can be tough. This low-cost machine fits the bill.
https://www.wired.com/review/acer-nitro-5-2022/
Feel the Magic Touch With Our Favorite Touchscreen Laptops
These 2-in-1 computers ditch the clamshell style for 360-degree hinges and detachable keyboards.
https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-touchscreen-laptops/
Could Slack Finally Fix the 'Away' Status?
The workplace messaging platform is working on new ways of telling our coworkers that we’re really, really not available.
https://www.wired.com/story/slack-status-updates-green-dot/
In 2022, This Samsung Is the One TV to Rule Them All
You won’t need all the pixels, but Samsung’s 8K flagship TV will be the prettiest screen in your neighborhood.
https://www.wired.com/review/samsung-qn900b/
Electric Vehicles Could Rescue the US Power Grid
By 2035, the batteries in California’s zero-emission cars could power every home in the state for three days.
https://www.wired.com/story/electric-vehicles-could-rescue-the-us-power-grid/
Android’s New Notification Feature Is a Decade Overdue
In Android 13, apps have to ask permission before they send any kind of alerts. Finally.
https://www.wired.com/story/android-13-notifications-permission/
Asus’ First Foldable PC Is Here. But It’s Half-Baked
The brand’s attempt at a foldable PC is a showcase for the new form factor, but even Asus admits it’s “not a mass-market product.” We agree.
https://www.wired.com/review/asus-zenbook-17-fold-oled/
The Best Sex Toys for Every Body
These are our favorite gender-inclusive vibrators, wand massagers, and sleeves to give you and your partner(s) a helping hand.
https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-sex-toys-and-tech/
The Queen’s Funeral Sets Off the Biggest UK Police Operation Ever
Snipers on buildings. Drone no-fly zones. Temporary CCTV. The security plan is even more complex than it was for the London 2012 Olympics.
https://www.wired.com/story/queen-elizabeth-ii-funeral-details-security/
How to Use DuckDuckGo’s Privacy-First Email Service
Tired of advertisers spying on your private communications? This beta promises to kick tracking technology to the curb.
https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-use-duckduckgo-privacy-first-email/
Epigenetic ‘Clocks’ Predict Animals’ True Biological Age
A statistical analysis of chemical tags on DNA may help unify disparate theories of aging.
https://www.wired.com/story/epigenetic-clocks-predict-animals-true-biological-age/
How to Create an Augmented Reality Filter for TikTok
From Paris to Dubai, I spoke with designers around the world about the process of creating AR effects for social media.
https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-use-create-ar-filters-tiktok-effect-house/
The Best MagSafe Accessories for Your New iPhone
Load up your iPhone 14, iPhone 13, or iPhone 12 with a magnetic bike mount, tripod, wallet, or power bank.
https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-magsafe-accessories/
10 Great Deals on Garmins, Wireless Chargers, and Sleep Tech
You can rest easy knowing you’re saving money on some top-notch gadgets.
https://www.wired.com/story/weekend-deals-september-17-2022/
The Colorado River Is Dying. Can Its Aquatic Dinosaurs Be Saved?
The razorback sucker has survived in the river for more than 3 million years. Climate change could end that.
https://www.wired.com/story/the-colorado-river-is-dying-can-its-aquatic-dinosaurs-be-saved/
How to Design the Perfect Queue, According to Crowd Science
The line to see Queen Elizabeth II lying in state is snaking across central London. Could it have been done better?
https://www.wired.com/story/queen-elizabeth-ii-queue/
US Border Agents May Have a Copy of Your Text Messages
Plus: An AI artist exposes surveillance of Instagram users, the US charges Iranians over a ransomware campaign, and more.
https://www.wired.com/story/cbp-phone-database-ai-instagram-surveillance/
How I Learned Confidence From Online Posers
It took a few bad dates to remind me to embody the confidence that I knew I had, but also sought in a partner.
https://www.wired.com/story/how-i-learned-confidence-online-dating/
The Best iPhone 14 Cases and Accessories
Slap on some protection and grab a charger for your very expensive investment.
https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-iphone-14-cases-and-accessories/
The Haikubox Brings High-Tech Birding to the Masses
This AI-enabled device can identify the species around your home by their songs and alert you when new ones arrive.
https://www.wired.com/review/haikubox-bird-song-recorder/
How to See Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter Posts Chronologically
Yes, you can take some control back from the algorithms in these and other social media accounts.
https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-see-instagram-facebook-twitter-chronological-order/
Monkeypox Cases in the US Are Falling. There's No One Reason Why
Many people changed their behavior, the vaccines might be helping, and the virus might someday burn itself out—but there’s not enough data t
https://www.wired.com/story/monkeypox-cases-falling-united-states/
The Uber Hack’s Devastation Is Just Starting to Reveal Itself
An alleged teen hacker claims to have gained deep access to the company’s systems, but the full picture of the breach is still coming into f
https://www.wired.com/story/uber-hack-mfa-phishing/