This slim gaming laptop is one of our favorites, with an impressive design and the power to match.
Eliezer Yudkowsky, AI’s prince of doom, explains why computers will kill us and provides an unrealistic plan to stop it.
At a White House dinner Thursday night, America’s tech executives put on an uncanny display of fealty to Donald Trump.
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A tennis-playing robot, TCL's gargantuan phone, and a whole bunch of new AI-powered wearables. Here are some of the best gadgets we saw at IFA 2025.
Networks of pipes and heat exchangers can transfer excess heat from buildings into nearby bodies of water—but as the world warms, the cooling potential of some water courses is now diminishing.
The 14-inch ThinkBook VertiFlex Concept has a screen you can manually twist whenever the mood strikes.
The Yale Approach Lock is easy to install, offers auto-unlock, and is 32% off right now.
DHS says retired Marine sniper Dan LaLota’s firm is uniquely qualified to meet the government’s needs. LaLota tells WIRED his brother, GOP congressman Nick LaLota, played no role in the contract.
Model welfare is an emerging field of research that seeks to determine whether AI is conscious and, if so, how humanity should respond.
Friendship, Final Destination Bloodlines, and Sinners are just a few of the movies you should be watching on HBO Max this month.
The brain implant company cofounded by Elon Musk filed to trademark the product names Telepathy and Telekinesis. But it turns out that another person had already filed to trademark those names.
As experts warn about possible outbreaks of diseases like polio and measles in Florida, anti-vaxxers declare “freedom.”
After years of waiting for the sequel, a lot of fans trying to buy the game are getting error messages—and they’re not happy about it.
The State Department’s law enforcement arm is now involved in immigration enforcement, an area solidly outside its usual duties. One source compares it to IRS agents investigating espionage at NASA.
A six-month experiment run by Ford and the Atlanta utility firm Southern Company used custom software to show that EVs can save businesses stress and money. It also exposed the tech’s limits.
Americans are now hit with tariffs when they shop from overseas sellers on eBay and Etsy. Shein and Temu had months to get ahead of the curve.
New research shows that filtration systems that remove PFAS can also get rid of other harmful substances. Whether they'll actually be introduced is a different matter entirely.
New research shows that filtration systems that remove PFAS can also get rid of other harmful substances. Whether they’ll actually be introduced is a different matter entirely.
These roving robots 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.
Carpet and indoor dust can harbor much worse than just pet hair and dirt. Luckily, there’s a simple solution.
If you're like me, you spend too much time working at only a laptop. It's time to stop.
In an age of fast-moving TikTok trends, Labubu has become a global phenomenon. WIRED hit the dance floor to find out what all the hype is about.
For the United States’ largest transit agency, the debut of a controversial Manhattan vehicle toll came at a convenient time. Check out the data for yourself.
The company unpacked two new flagship Android tablets at IFA 2025, alongside a fifth entry in the Galaxy S25 series.
Aspirin is commonly prescribed to patients with coronary artery disease to prevent heart attacks and strokes, but a new analysis has found that another drug, clopidogrel, is more effective and just as safe.
Save on streaming with the latest Paramount+ promo codes and deals, including 50% off subscriptions, free trials, and more.
Save on top services at LegalZoom, like LLC registration, incorporation, estate plans, and more with coupons and deals from WIRED.
From an AI-driven robot vacuum to self-emptying stations for its next-gen stick vacuums, Dyson’s lineup will never be the same. You’ll have to wait until 2026 to get your hands on most of it, though.
A new specimen of “infostealer” malware offers a disturbing feature: It monitors a target's browser for NSFW content, then takes simultaneous screenshots and webcam photos of the victim.
Since 2019, fans have eagerly awaited Team Cherry’s next game, which is out this week. In the meantime, they got creative.
Since 2019, fans have eagerly awaited Team Cherry’s next game, which is out this week. In the meantime, they got creative.
Finish summer strong with a discount on the JBL Flip 7.
Atlas, Boston Dynamics’ dancing humanoid, can now use a single model for walking and grasping—a significant step toward general-purpose robot algorithms.
Now you can doomscroll on a bigger screen.
Under Elon Musk’s leadership, X has become the perfect platform to supercharge the spread of dangerous disinformation during breaking news events.
These burning rings of fire (but less smoke) will make your patio a party, and your jacket less smelly.
If you’re leaving Apple behind to try Google’s Pixel, a Samsung Galaxy, or another Android phone, this guide covers all your bases.
This new technology now allows you to achieve excellent Dolby Atmos immersion regardless where you put a speaker in a room, but it's currently exclusive to TCL.
This compact version of ReMarkable’s colorful Paper Pro—the Paper Pro Move—might just be my new favorite digital notepad.
Passkeys were built to enable a password-free future. Here's what they are and how you can start using them.
The GENIUS Act barred stablecoin issuers from paying interest. But in allowing cryptocurrency exchanges to offer rewards, it set off a high-stakes clash with the US banking industry.
As a professional mattress tester, I always thought the Puffy Cloud was too soft. A test run in my own bedroom changed my mind.
When her son died in utero, a venture capitalist went to extremes to punish her surrogate.
Enjoy $50 off your next order, 20% off sitewide, and up to 50% off with Target coupon codes and deals available this month.
The TT-inspired roadster debuts Audi’s new strategy for “radical simplicity”—and it looks terrific.
The TT-inspired roadster debuts Audi's new strategy for “radical simplicity”—and it looks terrific.
Peacemaker, Ruby and Jodi: A Cult of Sin and Influence, and The Gilded Age are just a few of the shows you need to be watching on HBO Max this month.
If you don’t need the latest and greatest, you can get this still-excellent pair of Sony noise-canceling headphones for $300.
The traditional knock is that light roast espresso is bitter and sour. But new techniques mean that just plain isn’t true anymore.
From best bathing practices to tips on cutting nails, pet experts share their knowledge.
Sometimes you need more than a smartphone to stay safe on big adventures.
The Ivalice Chronicles updates the small things in the 28-year-old game but sticks to the original’s script. That’s by design, says its director.
Researchers are working on manipulating wax worms’ digestive systems to create a scalable way of disposing of plastic.
We’ve spent years riding and testing extra-large ebikes, perfect for hauling both little ones and groceries around town.
A year after relaunching The Onion as a newspaper, Collins visits Uncanny Valley to talk about why “going into something and not ruining it is bravery.”
As concerns grow about AI chatbots leading users into delusional spirals, prominent spiritual influencers are capitalizing on an emerging form of techno-spirituality.
The United States Constitution is clear: President Donald Trump can’t take control of the country’s elections. But he can sow confusion and fear.
Meraki's impressive new espresso machine offers features long reserved for more expensive machines—though this doesn't mean it's perfect
Online gambling is a massive industry. The AI boom keeps booming. It was only a matter of time before people tried to put them together.
Shop the best deals on WIRED-tested outdoor gear from REI, Nemo, MSR, Coleman, Fjällräven, and more during REI’s Labor Day sale.
Summer is almost gone, and with it go these great Labor Day deals on WIRED-approved Bluetooth speakers, power banks, pizza ovens, and more.
The best electric cargo bike on the market just got front suspension and new headlights.
Promises of better sleep—and better poops—are driving the magnesium supplements craze.
WIRED talks to the director of the Chilean National Center for Artificial Intelligence about Latam-GPT, the large-language model that aims to address the region’s specific needs and change the current technological dynamic.
On September 3, China will hold a “Victory Day” military parade in Tiananmen Square to celebrate the 80th anniversary of its victory over Japan—and to send the West a message.
On this episode of Uncanny Valley, we look back at the week's biggest stories—from the researchers leaving Meta's new superintelligence lab, to the dark money group funding Democratic influencers.
It's one of the best times of the year to score a new mattress. Here are all the best deals (plus some exclusive sale codes) to snag ahead of the long weekend.
Shop the best deals on WIRED-tested outdoor gear from REI, Nemo, MSR, Coleman, Fjällräven, and more during REI’s Labor Day sale.
Some of the best reasons to use a Pixel phone are turned off by default. Follow these steps to get the most out of your device.
Whether you’re at a festival, tennis match, or wedding, these hand fans and wearable cooling devices will make the heat way more bearable.
Welcome to your shiny new Google-powered mobile device. It will be up and ready in no time with these handy tips.
Put away those caustic wipes! Here’s how to clean your computer monitor.
The andSpace Project upcycles waste materials from space development. Now it has designed Debris, a set of speakers using test fuel tanks from commercial rockets.
In a hot spring at Yellowstone National Park, a microbe does something that life shouldn’t be able to: It breathes oxygen and sulfur at the same time.
The FTC notified companies like Google, Meta, and Apple that they must not apply the Digital Services Act, which regulates digital platforms, if it jeopardizes the freedom of Americans.
Shop the best deals on WIRED-tested outdoor gear from REI, Nemo, MSR, Coleman, Fjällräven, and more during REI’s Labor Day sale.
Shopping for a phone can be an ordeal. That’s why we’ve tested almost every Android phone, from the smartest to the cheapest—even phones that fold—to find the ones worth your money.
Do your future self a favor and back up all your precious photos, messages, and files before disaster strikes.
A study reveals that extreme heat accelerates biological aging even more than smoking or drinking.
A study reveals that extreme heat accelerates biological aging even more than smoking or drinking.
Quality build and a smooth, quiet trail ride set this budget e-mountain bike apart.
Think twice before you put anything in a form—even if it looks legit.
“Abrupt changes” threaten to send the continent past the point of no return, at which point continued ice-melting would submerge coastal cities around the world.
Sleep masks offer a range of benefits, including deeper and more restful sleep, but there are many styles on the market. We’ll help you navigate the options.
Plus: China’s Salt Typhoon hackers target 600 companies in 80 countries, Tulsi Gabbard purges CIA agents, hackers knock out Iranian ship communications, and more.
The workhorse rocket has continued its streak of success.
Plus: Level debuts a discreet smart lock, Chipolo unveils rechargeable Bluetooth trackers, Samsung releases a budget tablet, and Nothing faces backlash for using stock photography.
Less than 30 minutes after the Social Security Administration’s chief data officer resigned following a whistleblower complaint, recipients could no longer access the resignation email.
You labored hard for your cash—save some of it with these Labor Day deals on WIRED-approved fire pits, laptops, pizza ovens, and more.
Following a week of strife at the disaster relief agency, Homeland Security secretary Kristi Noem told FEMA employees to “be vocal” about their positive experiences with the Trump administration.
A partnership between xAI and the US government fell apart earlier this summer. Then the White House apparently got involved, per documents obtained by WIRED.
A partnership between xAI and the US government fell apart earlier this summer. Then the White House apparently got involved, per documents obtained by WIRED.
Insta360 added a new, slightly larger Go Ultra camera to its line of detachable, wearable, go-anywhere action cameras.
Whatever your higher-ed goals, these laptops, tablets, and 2-in-1s will help you crush them.
For a smooth-running smart home with a simple setup, the Eero Pro 7 mesh is a Wi-Fi 7 upgrade worth considering.
We did the research (and taste-testing) for you to determine whether greens powders are worth your money, and if so, which ones.
Twelve quests; 12,000 players. This is Pursuit, a real-world race to find clues scattered across the city, solve mysteries, and maybe make a few friends.
Many people rely on the sleep aid melatonin to help them get a more restful night’s sleep. But is it safe? And how much is too much?
Platforms like Pornhub and OnlyFans have given porn stars more autonomy. But sweeping age-check laws are already impacting their bottom lines.
