Monoprice's $250 Planar Magnetic Headphones Sound Awesome
The Monolith M570 from the low-cost accessory maker are the best sub-$500 headphones I've heard in years.
https://www.wired.com/review/monoprice-monolith-m570-headphones
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Monoprice's $250 Planar Magnetic Headphones Sound Awesome
The Monolith M570 from the low-cost accessory maker are the best sub-$500 headphones I've heard in years.
https://www.wired.com/review/monoprice-monolith-m570-headphones
Even if you wouldn't call yourself a power user, the Twitter client's advanced search tools and customizable interface can massively upgrade
https://www.wired.com/story/you-should-be-using-tweetdeck
Galactic Empires Are Getting a Little Old
Maybe it's time space operas got out of their ruts.
https://www.wired.com/2021/08/geeks-guide-paul-di-filippo
Biden Pushes Boosters, Schools Mandate Shots, and More Coronavirus News
Catch up on the most important updates from this week.
https://www.wired.com/story/biden-boosters-school-mandates-coronavirus-news
Tesla Promised a Robot. Was It Just a Recruiting Pitch?
The highlight of an event aimed at AI whizzes was a human simulating a robot that might someday replace a human.
https://www.wired.com/story/tesla-promised-robot-recruiting-pitch
The SteelSeries Arctis Prime Makes Gaming Comfy and Affordable
The company’s latest corded gaming headset doesn’t let perfect be the enemy of good.
https://www.wired.com/review/steelseries-arctis-prime
Lina Khan’s Theory of the Facebook Antitrust Case Takes Shape
With a beefed-up complaint, the Federal Trade Commission explains precisely why it thinks the social media giant is an illegal monopoly.
https://www.wired.com/story/lina-khan-theory-facebook-antitrust-case-takes-shape
On Roblox, Kids Learn It’s Hard to Earn Money Making Games
A new report claims that the massive video game platform can exploit young developers.
https://www.wired.com/story/on-roblox-kids-learn-its-hard-to-earn-money-making-games
The T-Mobile Breach Is Much Worse Than It Had to Be
The vast majority of victims weren’t even T-Mobile customers. Now their information is for sale on the dark web.
https://www.wired.com/story/t-mobile-breach-much-worse-than-it-had-to-be
Big Tech Is Bending to the Indian Government’s Will
The chasm between how platform giants uphold democratic values in the West and don't in the global south grows by the day.
https://www.wired.com/story/big-tech-is-bending-to-the-indian-governments-will
'Twelve Minutes' Is a Diabolical Dive Into the Human Psyche
The game—starring Daisy Ridley, James McAvoy, and Willem Dafoe—uses its time-loop mechanic to explore extreme behavior.
https://www.wired.com/story/twelve-minutes-game-review
Here’s Where to Get Discounts With a Student Email Address
That .edu email is your ticket to exclusive savings on laptops, streaming services, software, and more.
https://www.wired.com/story/best-student-discounts
The Feds Are Investigating Tesla Over Autopilot Crashes
The probe will look at 11 accidents, each of which involved a parked emergency vehicle.
https://www.wired.com/story/feds-investigating-tesla-over-autopilot-crashes
Google’s Pixel 5A Is the Best Android Phone for Most People
It’s bigger and costlier than last year’s Pixel 4A, but Google’s mid-priced Android phone remains the best option for almost everyone.
https://www.wired.com/review/google-pixel-5a
NASA’s Lucy Mission Gets Ready to Fly by the Trojan Asteroids
The spacecraft will provide the first up-close look at these building blocks of the early solar system.
https://www.wired.com/story/nasas-lucy-mission-gets-ready-to-fly-by-the-trojan-asteroids
Handhelds Still Aren't Designed for Disabled Gamers
Valve's new Steam Deck looks fantastic—but for players with vision or dexterity difficulties, it's just more of the same challenges.
https://www.wired.com/story/valve-steam-deck-handhelds-not-designed-disabled-gamers
The T-Mobile Data Breach Is One You Can’t Ignore
Hackers claim to have obtained the data of 100 million people—including sensitive personal information.
https://www.wired.com/story/t-mobile-hack-data-phishing
Shopping for a Router Sucks. Here’s What You Need to Know
How much speed do you need? And what's a MU-MIMO? We decipher the jargon and explain what to look for.
https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-buy-a-router
Deepfakes Are Now Making Business Pitches
The video technology, initially associated with porn, is gaining a foothold in the corporate world.
https://www.wired.com/story/deepfakes-making-business-pitches
This AI Helps Detect Wildlife Health Issues in Real Time
A system that scans animal rehabilitation center data could provide early alerts when a disease is spreading.
https://www.wired.com/story/this-ai-helps-detect-wildlife-health-issues-in-real-time
The 17 Best Weekend Deals on Laptops and Smart Home Gadgets
Make your home a little more capable and comfortable with these discounts.
https://www.wired.com/story/weekend-deals-august-14-2021
Eastern Hemlocks Face Extinction. A Tiny Fly Could Save Them
An invasive insect called the woolly adelgid is eating the Northeast’s forests alive. So some researchers are calling in hungry silver flies.
https://www.wired.com/story/eastern-hemlocks-face-extinction-a-tiny-fly-could-save-them
iPads, MacBooks, and More Apple Gadgets Are on Sale Right Now
The iPhone is still just as expensive, but there are discounts on tablets, the Apple Watch, and other accessories.
https://www.wired.com/story/apple-deals-august-2021
Time Travelers Should Be a Lot More Worried About Viruses
It's one of the biggest threats that science fiction rarely talks about.
https://www.wired.com/2021/08/geeks-guide-time-travelers-viruses
Cases Among Kids, New Mandates, and More Coronavirus News
Catch up on the most important updates from this week.
https://www.wired.com/story/cases-kids-new-mandates-coronavirus-news
Augmented Reality Is Coming for Your Ears, Too
New software applications are cleverly mapping audio to transport users to another space.
https://www.wired.com/story/augmented-reality-already-arrived-in-our-ears
A Mammoth Tusk Reveals a Woolly (and Unprecedented) Tale
Scientists used something called isotopic mapping to get a first look at how the creatures lived more than 17,000 years ago.
https://www.wired.com/story/a-mammoth-tusk-reveals-a-woolly-and-unprecedented-tale
How the Far Right Exploded on Steam and Discord
New research found that several of the major gaming platforms are hosting extremist activity, from racist livestreams to open support for ne
https://www.wired.com/story/far-right-took-over-steam-discord
Why Perseverance's First Mars Drilling Attempt Came Up Empty
Far from a failure, the sampling might actually offer tantalizing clues about the geology—and potential past life—of the Red Planet.
https://www.wired.com/story/why-perseverances-first-mars-drilling-attempt-came-up-empty
The Unbearable Cuteness of Instagram Hedgehogs
Beneath the tiny top hats and GIF-able snuggle sessions, I found a dark tale of internet virality.
https://www.wired.com/story/unbearable-cuteness-instagram-hedgehog-influencers
I Think an AI Is Flirting With Me. Is It OK If I Flirt Back?
WIRED’s spiritual advice columnist on emotional connection, continental affairs, and the ulterior motives of chatbots.
https://www.wired.com/story/i-think-ai-is-flirting-with-me-is-it-ok-if-i-flirt-back
Without Code for DeepMind’s Protein AI, This Lab Wrote Its Own
The Google subsidiary solved a fundamental problem in biology but didn’t promptly share their solution. So a University of Washington team t
https://www.wired.com/story/without-code-for-deepminds-protein-ai-this-lab-wrote-its-own
The Pain Was Unbearable. So Why Did Doctors Turn Her Away?
A sweeping drug addiction risk algorithm has become central to how the US handles the opioid crisis. It may only be making the crisis worse.
https://www.wired.com/story/opioid-drug-addiction-algorithm-chronic-pain
If You Want to Tackle Climate Change, Start With Methane
The landmark assessment was dire. But it shows that by slashing methane emissions, humanity can make rapid progress in fighting climate chan
https://www.wired.com/story/the-ipcc-reports-silver-lining-we-can-tackle-methane-now
A 5G Shortcut Leaves Most Phones Exposed to Stingrays
You may not have the full story about what network you're on—and how well you're protected.
https://www.wired.com/story/5g-network-stingray-surveillance-non-standalone
The NYPD Had a Secret Fund for Surveillance Tools
Documents reveal that police bought facial-recognition software, vans equipped with x-ray machines, and “stingray” cell site simulators—with
https://www.wired.com/story/nypd-secret-fund-surveillance-tools
Biden Wants More EVs on Roads. What About Charging Stations?
The president called for 40 percent of new cars to be electric by 2030. But motorists still fret about running out of juice—even if it rarel
https://www.wired.com/story/biden-wants-more-evs-charging-stations
'Pokémon Unite' Is the Perfect, Simple Game We Need Right Now
Every round of this addictive summer jam contains small successes, big successes, big failures, and finally, the catharsis of a win or loss.
https://www.wired.com/story/pokemon-unite-perfect-simple-game-summer
The Pandemic Drives Cofounders to Couples Therapy
Startups are like relationships—at least that’s what some Silicon Valley therapists are pitching.
https://www.wired.com/story/startup-cofounders-couples-therapy-silicon-valley
Struggling to Recruit, Police Turn to Targeted Ads
The pandemic and the George Floyd protests have made recruiters’ jobs tougher. Now they’re tapping the behavioral profiling power of social
https://www.wired.com/story/struggling-recruit-police-turn-targeted-ads
Stop Complaining About Mass Effect: Andromeda
Once you stop comparing it to the original trilogy, it’s actually pretty good.
https://www.wired.com/story/mass-effect-andromeda-stop-complaining
How the Jaguar, King of the Forest, Might Save Its Ecosystem
With a new train line threatening its habitat, the big cat may be the key to protecting this Mexican reserve—and everything else in it.
https://www.wired.com/story/how-the-jaguar-king-of-the-forest-might-save-its-ecosystem
What’s the Best Unlimited Data Plan?
All the major US carriers have options that let you stream as much as you want. We’ve laid out how they work and which are best for individu
https://www.wired.com/story/best-unlimited-data-plans
How to Get the Most Out of Your Meditation App
The brain's default mode is set to mind-wandering. Your meditation app can bring you back into the now.
https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-meditation-app
‘Neuromancer’ Is Still Mind-Blowing Cyberpunk
William Gibson's classic 1984 novel is the gold standard for the genre.
https://www.wired.com/2021/07/geeks-guide-william-gibson
How Much Will It Cost to Prevent Deaths by Climate-Driven Heat?
A new formula measures the “mortality cost of carbon” and how much would have to be removed from the atmosphere to save a single life.
https://www.wired.com/story/how-much-will-it-cost-to-prevent-deaths-by-climate-driven-heat
A People’s History of Black Twitter, Part III
Joy and pain, harmony and discord, organization and chaos—there’s no single way to define Black Twitter’s complex, ongoing legacy.
https://www.wired.com/story/black-twitter-oral-history-part-iii-getting-through
Activision Blizzard Employees Walk Out After Allegations of Rampant Sexism
“We love our jobs, but our jobs don’t love us back,” one worker told WIRED. "So we’re trying to change that.”
https://www.wired.com/story/activision-blizzard-employees-walk-out-after-allegations-of-rampant-sexism
Toyota Whiffed on EVs. Now It’s Trying to Slow Their Rise
In a bid to protect its investments in hybrids and hydrogen fuel cells, the carmaker is lobbying against the transition to electric vehicles.
https://www.wired.com/story/toyota-whiffed-on-electric-vehicles-now-trying-slow-their-rise
Extreme Heat Could Also Mean Power and Water Shortages
An extraordinary drought in the West, plus dry lakes and reservoirs, mean there will be less water for farms, hydroelectric energy, and home
https://www.wired.com/story/extreme-heat-could-also-mean-power-and-water-shortages