How to Run on the Moon
It’s hard to stay fit in low gravity. Here’s a simple solution, using Einsteinian physics and an old carnival stunt. ⌘ Read more

12 Best Tablets (2024): iPads, Androids, and More Tested and Compared
We’ve tested all the top slates, from Apple’s iPads to Android and Windows devices, and rounded up our favorite accessories. ⌘ Read more

How to Shop for a Smart Lock (2024)
Here’s everything you need to know as you navigate the world of smart and digital locks for your front door. ⌘ Read more

How to Fold (and Store!) Your Sheets
I’ve folded an alarming number of sheets. Here’s my favorite folding method, with no complicated steps required. ⌘ Read more

The World’s Most Popular 3D-Printed Gun Was Designed by an Aspiring Terrorist
Growing numbers of insurgents and extremists use the FGC-9. Forensic analysis of online platforms reveals the dark world of the man who created it—a self-described incel who supported the German far right. ⌘ Read more

How a Group of Butterflies Managed to Fly 4,200 Kilometers Without Stopping
When butterflies not native to South America appeared on a beach in French Guiana, entomologists started sleuthing to prove where they came from—and how they might have got there. ⌘ Read more

After a 10 Year Wait, Mt. Gox Bitcoin Is Finally Being Returned
Former customers of bankrupt crypto exchange Mt. Gox are preparing to be reunited with their lost bitcoin—and it’s a $9bn windfall. ⌘ Read more

How Labour Can Fix the UK’s Tech Industry
The new government could bring about a renaissance in UK tech and bolster the country’s precarious post-Brexit startup pipeline. That’s if politics don’t get in the way. ⌘ Read more

Health Care Should Be Designed for the Extremes of Life
Much of health care is designed with the “comfortable middle” of society in mind, says designer Yves Behar, when it should be tailored to children, the elderly, and those with disabilities. ⌘ Read more

The 63 Best Movies on Disney+ Right Now (July 2024)
The Beach Boys, Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour (Taylor’s Version), and Fantastic Mr. Fox are just a few of the movies you should be watching on Disney+ this month. ⌘ Read more

The Best Sleeping Pads for Every Kind of Camping (2024)
Whether you’re snoozing in a campground or schlepping up to an alpine valley, these are the best pads we’ve found for resting your weary bones. ⌘ Read more

16 Best Apple 3-in-1 Wireless Chargers for iPhones, AirPods, Apple Watches, Tested and Reviewed (2024)
Keep your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods topped up with these WIRED-tested docking systems. ⌘ Read more

REI Co-op Cycles CTY e2.1 Review: Affordable and Dependable
REI’s in-house electric bike is an affordable, fun-loving city commuter that gets better with every iteration. ⌘ Read more

How to Use Samsung DeX and Turn Your Phone Into a Desktop Computer
Welcome to the world of DeX. ⌘ Read more

How Influencers and Algorithms Are Creating Bespoke Realities for Everyone
Disinformation researcher Renée DiResta’s new book lays out how people’s realities are shaped not by facts and evidence, but by black boxes, niche celebrities, and online communities. ⌘ Read more

The New ‘Ethical’ AI Music Generator Can’t Write a Halfway Decent Song
Song generators are in hot water over alleged copyright infringement, but the AI tool Jen was trained on licensed material. We asked pro musicians to test it, and the results were uninspiring. ⌘ Read more

30 Best Fourth of July Sales on WIRED-Approved Gear (2024)
Ahead of July 4th celebrations, these Independence Day sales can help you save on firepits, ebikes, tech, and mattresses. ⌘ Read more

How Apple Intelligence’s Privacy Stacks Up Against Android’s ‘Hybrid AI’
Generative AI is seeping into the core of your phone, but what does that mean for privacy? Here’s how Apple’s unique AI architecture compares to the “hybrid” approach adopted by Samsung and Google. ⌘ Read more

A Chinese Space Startup Launched Its New Rocket by Accident
Space Pioneer blamed a “structural failure” for the unintended blastoff. ⌘ Read more

UK’s Labour Is Winning the Meme War, but Young Voters Think It’s All Incredibly Embarrassing
“Although conversation provoking, it reads as infantilizing,” says one young voter about the meme campaigns waged by the Labour and Conservative parties in the UK. “They’re trivializing a very serious event.” ⌘ Read more

The Best Electric Kick Scooters (2024)
These WIRED-tested two-wheelers will help you scoot scoot scoot around town. ⌘ Read more

The 14 Best Bluetooth Speakers Our Testers Have Jammed With in 2024
These are our favorite portable speakers of all shapes and sizes, from clip-ons to a massive boom box. ⌘ Read more

Everything You Need to Know About USB Ports and Speeds (2024)
USB-C was supposed to make everything simple. Instead, it’s more complicated than ever. So let’s clear up the confusion. ⌘ Read more

How to Get a Real ID License Before the Deadline
A new type of driver’s license will be required to board flights in the United States next year. Here’s how to update your license to the new Real ID standard before it’s too late. ⌘ Read more

AI Is Rewriting Meme History
TikTok’s latest trend involves videos of people traveling back in time to interrupt the viral memes of yore. The results are uncanny. ⌘ Read more

Inside a16z’s Boot Camp for Crypto Startups
Andreessen Horowitz is betting the house on crypto. (Yes, really.) This spring, the VC firm schooled a new batch of founders that it hopes can prove the technology is good for more than scams and speculation. ⌘ Read more

Proton Is Launching Encrypted Documents to Take On Google Docs
Proton is adding an end-to-end encrypted documents editor to its privacy tools, boosting its competition with Google’s suite of productivity apps. ⌘ Read more

The UK’s NHS Going Digital Would Be Equivalent to Hiring Thousands of New Doctors
More than 30 million Brits have the NHS app. This represents an opportunity to transform the health service, which shadow health secretary Wes Streeting calls “an analog system in a digital age.” ⌘ Read more

Britain’s Brewing Battle Over Data Centers
The Labour Party, which is leading in UK election polls, has proposed making it easier for companies to build new server farms across the country—risking a new type of conflict in communities across the country. ⌘ Read more

Britain’s Brewing Battle Over Data Centers
The Labour Party, which is leading in UK election polls, has proposed making it easier for companies to build new server farms—risking a new type of conflict in communities across the country. ⌘ Read more

Hurricane Beryl Isn’t a Freak Storm—It’s the Exact Nightmare Meteorologists Predicted
A hot ocean provides the energy hurricanes need to grow—and can limit the cooling that happens in their wake, making it likelier that the storms that follow will be powerful ones. ⌘ Read more

REI’s Fourth of July Sale Has Great Deals on Our Favorite Outdoor Gear
Whether you need a tent, sleeping pad, rain jacket, or new pack, REI’s Independence Day sale has something for everyone. ⌘ Read more

The 51 Best Shows on Disney+ Right Now (July 2024)
The Acolyte, X-Men ’97, and World Eats Bread are just a few of the shows you should be watching on Disney+ this month. ⌘ Read more

Google Search Ranks AI Spam Above Original Reporting in News Results
Google adjusted its policies to target AI spam earlier this year, but plagiarizing content still comes up higher in search results months later—and SEO experts aren’t sure why. ⌘ Read more

Polestar Is Bracing for the EV Tariff Wars. It May Not Emerge Unscathed
The carmaker says that China tariffs will impact its core product, the Polestar 2, amid growing financial pressure. ⌘ Read more

The Best Substack Alternatives
These three alternatives to the newsletter platform offer just as many—if not more—features, and can be easier on your wallet. ⌘ Read more

Our Favorite Headphones for Working Out (2024)
Rock your inner jock with a pair of sturdy, sweatproof, and tangle-proof headphones. Here are our favorites. ⌘ Read more

We Snoozed With the Best Sleep Gadgets, From Apps to Noise Machines, Blankets, Lights, and More
Do you struggle to nod off or stay asleep through the night? These WIRED-tested tools can help. ⌘ Read more

The Best iPad Accessories, From Cases and Keyboards to Chargers and Hubs (2024)
These are some of our favorite stands, cases, keyboards, and styli, no matter which Apple tablet you have. ⌘ Read more

Microsoft Surface Laptop (7th Edition) Review: Reliable With Mid AI
Microsoft’s new laptop is a great Windows machine for everyday tasks, but its AI features leave much to be desired. ⌘ Read more

The Genius Behind @OKWildlifeDept’s Most Viral Tweets Is Signing Off
Sarah Southerland used the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation’s social media feeds to warn you about mountain lions and Halloween candy, leaving behind one of the internet’s great legacies. ⌘ Read more

The Tech Crash Course That Trains US Diplomats to Spot Threats
The US State Department is training diplomats in cybersecurity, privacy, telecommunications, and other technology issues, allowing them to advance US policy abroad. ⌘ Read more

The Hunt for the Most Efficient Heat Pump in the World
A new generation of engineers has realized they can push heat pumps to the limit, but just how much heat you can extract depends on your setup. ⌘ Read more

YouTube’s Rulings on Gaza War Videos Spark Internal Backlash
Insiders have shared YouTube’s playbook for handling the Gaza crisis. They argue that it shows inconsistent enforcement. ⌘ Read more

Sexist Myths Are a Danger to Health
To improve outcomes for female patients, all evidence needs to be considered—while outdated myths about the significance of sex differences need to be retired. ⌘ Read more

Audi Q6 E-tron Review: Price, Specs, Availability
The first model on the brand’s new electric car platform, this ChatGPT-enabled EV SUV combines incredible comfort with possibly too much tech. ⌘ Read more

REI’s Fourth of July Sale Has Great Deals on Our Favorite Outdoor Gear
Whether you need a tent, sleeping pad, rain jacket, or new pack, REI’s Independence Day sale has something for everyone. ⌘ Read more

The US Supreme Court Has Handed Big Tech a Big Gift
By shifting regulatory power away from government agencies and to the courts, recent SCOTUS rulings may be a boon for a tech industry under fire. ⌘ Read more

These Are the Best VR Headsets, Accessories, Apps, and Games to Work and Play in the Metaverse
Diving into virtual reality is easier than ever—but here are a few key things to know. ⌘ Read more

The Best Laptop Docking Stations We Tested and Reviewed (2024)
Connect your laptop to your monitors, keyboard, mouse, and everything else you need, with one simple cable. ⌘ Read more