‘Death Occurs in the Dark’: Indie Video Game Devs Are Struggling to Survive
Big video game makers like Epic Games and EA have gone through substantial layoffs in the past year. Amid the turmoil, many indie studios are getting shut down completely, threatening a dearth of new ideas. ⌘ Read more

This Is the Moment RFK Jr. Has Been Waiting For
Since the presidential debate, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s campaign has heavily leaned into X and TikTok as part of its strategy to get the third-party candidate into the national conversation. It’s working. ⌘ Read more

Silicon Valley Hasn’t Embraced Trump. But It’s Wavering on Biden
Venture capitalists on both sides of the aisle suggest Silicon Valley is more anti-Biden than it is pro-Trump. ⌘ Read more

Elon Musk’s Neuralink Is Ready to Implant a Second Volunteer
In a livestreamed update on X, Elon Musk and Neuralink executives gave an update on its next study participant—and the company’s next-generation brain implant. ⌘ Read more

Amazon Ramps Up Security to Head Off Project Nimbus Protests
Former Big Tech workers intended to disrupt Wednesday’s AWS Summit in New York to protest the company’s $1.2 billion contract with Israel. ⌘ Read more

The Best Online Multiplayer Games of 2024 for Switch, XBox, and PC
Gather your friends (or find some friendly strangers) for any one of these thrilling games. ⌘ Read more

Everything Samsung Announced at Galaxy Unpacked in Paris
The long-awaited Galaxy Ring arrives alongside new folding smartphones, wireless earbuds, smartwatches, and a premium wearable that looks a lot like the Apple Watch Ultra. ⌘ Read more

AI Can’t Replace Teaching, but It Can Make It Better
Even techno-optimists hesitate to say teaching is best left to the bots, but there’s a debate about where to draw the line. ⌘ Read more

Everyone Is Trying to Make This TikTok Go Viral—and It Never Will
The app’s algorithm is so powerful that ordinary TikTok users can’t get their favorite videos into the record books. Homegrown viral campaigns like the egg that took over Instagram are a thing of the past. ⌘ Read more

Which Motorola Phone Is for You? Pros, Cons, and Features (2024)
Motorola phones may seem old-school, but their simple Android interface, good battery life, extra storage, and tendency for steep discounts make them solid Android phones. Plus, the Razr is back. ⌘ Read more

Google Is Adding Passkey Support for Its Most Vulnerable Users
Google is bringing the password-killing “passkey” tech to its Advanced Protection Program users more than a year after rolling them out broadly. ⌘ Read more

She Defrauded Apps Like Uber and Instacart of Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars. Meet Priscila, Queen of the Rideshare Mafia
Priscila Barbosa came to the US with a dream of making it. Using gig-economy platforms she built a business empire up from nothing. There was just one huge problem. ⌘ Read more

The $11 Billion Marketplace Enabling the Crypto Scam Economy
Deepfake scam services. Victim data. Electrified shackles for human trafficking. Crypto tracing firm Elliptic found all were available for sale on an online marketplace linked to Cambodia’s ruling family. ⌘ Read more

The 29 Best Movies on Max (aka HBO Max) Right Now (July 2024)
Quad Gods, Dune: Part Two, and Chinatown are just a few of the movies you should be watching on Max this month. ⌘ Read more

Nike Is Killing the App for Its $350 Self-Tying Sneakers
After August 6, you won’t be able to download the app that controls the Adapt BB, and it won’t be getting any more updates. ⌘ Read more

7 Lesser-Known Google Maps Features
Even if you use Google Maps every day on your phone or on your computer, you might not know about these hidden tricks. ⌘ Read more

How Disinformation From a Russian AI Spam Farm Ended up on Top of Google Search Results
A fake article about Zelensky’s wife buying a $4.8 million Bugatti with US aid was promoted by bots, Russia state media, and pro-Trump influencers on X. It’s part of a network of websites supercharged by AI. ⌘ Read more

This Ancient Technology Is Helping Millions Stay Cool
Cheap, low-energy evaporative cooling devices are keeping water, food, people, and even whole buildings cool across India. ⌘ Read more

How to Take a Long, Scrolling Screenshot on Android, iOS, and Desktop
Get the whole picture on any device. ⌘ Read more

How to Build a Hurricane-Proof House
In the face of longer hurricane seasons filled with more powerful storms, homeowners are turning to new designs and stronger materials to ensure the resilience of their property. ⌘ Read more

How to Build a Hurricane-Proof House
In the face of longer hurricane seasons filled with more powerful storms, homeowners are turning to new designs and stronger materials to ensure the resilience of their property. ⌘ Read more

17 Best Early Amazon Prime Day Deals (2024)
Prime Day falls on July 16 and 17, but we’ve handpicked deals on WIRED-tested products—from tech to blenders to hair straighteners—sitting at some of their lowest prices ever. ⌘ Read more

Extreme Wildfires Have Doubled in Frequency and Intensity in the Past 20 Years
These findings align with other evidence that wildfires are getting worse—such as the total area burned each year ratcheting up. ⌘ Read more

The Far Right Is Already Demonizing Kamala Harris
Social media platforms, far-right message boards, and extremist Telegram channels are full of misogynistic and racist hatred directed at the vice president. ⌘ Read more

The Best Sheets for Every Body, Bed, and Budget (2024)
Which material should you buy? Percale or linen? We tested dozens of sheets to find our favorites and break it all down. ⌘ Read more

DJI Mic 2 Review: A Powerful Lav Replacement
Convenient magnetic attachments, solid noise cancellation, and 32-bit float recording all add up to the perfect mic for location shoots. ⌘ Read more

Why the Run-Up to Prime Day is the Worst Time To Shop on Amazon
Retailers have historically jacked up prices right before big sales. Amazon is no different. ⌘ Read more

His Galaxy Wolf Art Kept Getting Ripped Off. So He Sued—and Bought a Home
When his galaxy wolf illustration was stolen by countless online stores, artist Jonas Jödicke decided to fight back. ⌘ Read more

Google’s Nonconsensual Explicit Images Problem Is Getting Worse
Reports of intimate images and video posted online without consent are growing, and deepfakes add a horrifying new dimension to the problem. Google insiders say they’ve struggled to get executives to act. ⌘ Read more

AI-Powered Super Soldiers Are More Than Just a Pipe Dream
The US military has abandoned its half-century dream of a suit of powered armor in favor of a “hyper enabled operator,” a tactical AI assistant for special operations forces. ⌘ Read more

Nothing’s CMF Devices Prove Yet Again Cheap Doesn’t Have to Mean Boring
Nothing’s sub-brand is bringing its first phone to the US—the $199 CMF Phone 1—along with the Watch Pro 2 and Buds Pro 2. ⌘ Read more

The Best Posture Correcting Gadgets and Garb We’ve Tried (2024)
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. ⌘ Read more

Which Microsoft Surface to Buy or Avoid in 2024
If you can’t decide whether to get the 2-in-1 Surface Pro tablet, traditional laptop, or desktop, we’re here to help. ⌘ Read more

How to Clean Your Keyboard
With the right supplies and our trusty tips, your keypad will look good as new in no time. ⌘ Read more

MSI Mag 34CQP Gaming Monitor Review: Pixel Perfect Immersion
This ultrawide QD-OLED gaming monitor has all the perks you could ask for, and still somehow costs less than $1,000. ⌘ Read more

Google’s Repair Policy Is Broken
You have options for repairing Pixel phones and tablets, but fixing any of Google’s other hardware is almost futile. It’s time Google offered proper repair options for its growing lineup of gadgets. ⌘ Read more

Beats Solo Buds Review: Great Price, Greater Compromise
Beats’ budget buds are brilliantly tiny but don’t have noise canceling, transparency mode, or—gulp—water resistance. ⌘ Read more

How the Brain Decides What to Remember
Electric ripples in the resting brain tag memories for storage and add credence to advice about the importance of rest. ⌘ Read more

The Words That Give Away Generative AI Text
From “delves” to “showcasing,” certain words boomed in usage after LLMs became mainstream. ⌘ Read more

How to Find the Best Eero Wi-Fi Mesh Router for You (2024)
These popular systems are easy to use, but the product lineup is confusing. Here’s how to choose the right one for your home. ⌘ Read more

How to Choose the Right TV: Quantum Dots, HDR, and More in 2024
How many ports do you need? What does 4K UHD even mean? Here’s everything you need to know. ⌘ Read more

T3 Aire 360 Air Styler Blowout Kit Review: Powerful and High-End
One of our favorite hair brands does it again, this time with an all-in-one blowout tool to rival Dyson. ⌘ Read more

We Flew, Drove, and Camped for Miles to Test the Best Luggage
We’ve traveled thousands of miles testing all kinds of luggage. These are our favorite suitcases, backpacks, duffels, and more. ⌘ Read more

The 48 Best Movies on Netflix Right Now (July 2024)
The Imaginary, Beverly Hills Cop, and Godzilla Minus One are just a few of the movies you should watch on Netflix this month. ⌘ Read more

The 51 Best Shows on Netflix Right Now (July 2024)
Bridgerton, The Good Place, and Supacell are just a few of the shows you need to watch on Netflix this month. ⌘ Read more

The Supreme Court Doesn’t Want You to Have Clean Water and Safe Air
Four key rulings from the court will hamper the ability of the EPA and other agencies to write and enforce climate policies. ⌘ Read more

Hackers Leaking Taylor Swift Tickets? Don’t Get Your Hopes Up
Plus: Researchers uncover a new way to expose CSAM peddlers, OpenAI suffered a secret cyberattack, cryptocurrency thefts jump in 2024, and Twilio confirms hackers stole 33 million phone numbers. ⌘ Read more

23 Best Early Amazon Prime Day Deals (2024)
Prime Day falls on July 16 and 17, but we’ve handpicked deals on WIRED-tested products—from tech to blenders to hair straighteners—sitting at some of their lowest prices ever. ⌘ Read more

‘Saturday Night Live’ Writer Alex English Thinks Social Media Ruined the Art of Comedy
Saturday Night Live writer and veteran stand-up comedian Alex English believes platforms like TikTok have changed the relationship a comic has to their audience—in the worst ways possible. ⌘ Read more

Epic Games Lashes Out at Apple Over App Store Rejection
Fortnite creator Epic Games says Apple rejected its App Store rival for being too similar to its own—a move it deemed “arbitrary, obstructive,” and in violation of EU rules. ⌘ Read more