Generative AI Is Totally Shameless. I Want to Be It
The best thing about brain-melting software like ChatGPT? It doesn’t feel remorse. ⌘ Read more

There’s Nothing Revolutionary About ‘Morning After the Revolution’
Former New York Times tech reporter and media entrepreneur Nellie Bowles’ book Morning After the Revolution bills itself as a bold contrarian missive but serves up lukewarm dogma. ⌘ Read more

Google I/O 2024 Live Blog: Latest News on Android, Gemini, and Search
Join us for up-to-the-minute coverage from WIRED’s reporters on the ground at Google I/O 2024. ⌘ Read more

How to Watch Google I/O 2024, and What to Expect
The annual developer conference kicks off with a keynote address on Tuesday. Look out for updates on Android, Search, and Assistant, plus a whole lot of AI news. ⌘ Read more

With OpenAI’s Release of GPT-4o, Is ChatGPT Plus Still Worth It?
While the newest AI model from OpenAI, GPT-4o, is available to users for free, ChatGPT Plus subscribers still get access to more prompts and the newest features. ⌘ Read more

The Dyson WashG1 Is an All-in-One Wet Floor Cleaner That Doesn’t Use Suction
In true Dyson fashion, this new floor cleaner is over-engineered and expensive, looks awesome, and overlooks one silly, simple function. ⌘ Read more

I Am Once Again Asking Our Tech Overlords to Watch the Whole Movie
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has seemingly cited Her as an inspiration for ChatGPT’s conversational voice assistant update. Maybe don’t! ⌘ Read more

Apple iPad Pro (M4, 2024) Review: Powerful Yet Premature
Beautifully designed and endowed with abundant horsepower, the iPad Pro may not be fully realized until the software catches up. ⌘ Read more

Protesters Are Fighting to Stop AI, but They’re Split on How to Do It
PauseAI protests are underway in London, New York, San Francisco, and across the globe. Its members have wildly different opinions on what the group should do next. ⌘ Read more

Top Features in Apple’s iOS 17 and iPadOS 17: Compatible Devices, Updates
Apple just rolled out iOS 17.5 to iPhones and iPads. Here are the latest features, including the addition of alerts for third-party Bluetooth trackers. ⌘ Read more

The First Person to Receive a Pig Kidney Transplant Has Died
The hospital that carried out the procedure two months prior says there’s “no indication” that the transplant was related to his death. ⌘ Read more

OpenAI’s GPT-4o Model Gives ChatGPT a Snappy, Flirty Upgrade
Prepare for ChatGPT to get more emotional. OpenAI demonstrated upgrades that make the chatbot capable of snappier conversations, and showed the AI helper picking up on and expressing emotional cues ⌘ Read more

Internal Emails Show How a Controversial Gun-Detection System Found Its Way to NYC
NYC mayor Eric Adams wants to test Evolv’s gun-detection tech in subway stations—despite the company saying it’s not designed for that environment. Emails obtained by WIRED show how the company still found an in. ⌘ Read more

The $2.3 Billion Tornado Cash Case Is a Pivotal Moment for Crypto Privacy
Tuesday’s verdict in the trial of Alexey Pertsev, a creator of crypto-privacy service Tornado Cash, is the first in a string of cases that could make it much harder to skirt financial surveillance. ⌘ Read more

Google Pixel 8A Review: The Best Smartphone
This Android phone has great cameras, a fun design, and seven years of software support. ⌘ Read more

9 Best Sex Toy Deals for Masturbation May: Suction Toys, Vibrators, and More
The sun’s shining, the birds are chirping, and the vibrators are buzzing, it’s time for Masturbation May. ⌘ Read more

Yamaha NS-600A Review: Tonally Bright, Viscerally Moving
Yamaha stuffs the beauty of its grand pianos into these spritely premium speakers ⌘ Read more

Twelve South BookArc Flex Review: Unstable and Expensive
The Twelve South BookArc Flex can’t always properly hold a laptop. It’s the perfect example of what happens when form is prioritized over function. ⌘ Read more

Generative AI Doesn’t Make Hardware Less Hard
Wearable AI gadgets from Rabbit and Humane were panned by reviewers, including at WIRED. Their face-plants show that it’s still tough to compete with big tech in the age of ChatGPT. ⌘ Read more

Inside the Cult of the Haskell Programmer
It’s spooky. It’s esoteric. It’s also the key to understanding the rise and relevance of functional programming. ⌘ Read more

Time Is Running Out in the Hunt for Rare Bitcoin
A small band of collectors is finding and collecting rare fragments of bitcoin worth many times the face value. But their window of opportunity is closing. ⌘ Read more

Welcome to the Laser Wars
Amid a rising tide of adversary drones and missile attacks, laser weapons are finally poised to enter the battlefield. ⌘ Read more

These Artificial Blood Platelets Could One Day Save Lives
Platelets help blood clot, but they have a short shelf life. With blood in short supply, synthetic platelets could help meet demand. ⌘ Read more

Hisense U8N TV Review: Loaded Package, Shades Required
Hisense’s flagship TV brings over-the-top brightness but still comes out a winner. ⌘ Read more

Gazelle Eclipse Review: A Luxury Dutch Electric Bike
Gazelle’s latest long-range electric bike has a mind-boggling Bosch smart system and is extremely comfortable, smart, and pricey. ⌘ Read more

Reading Has Hurt Me for Years. With a Tablet Holder, It Doesn’t
Cysts in both wrists made reading a literal pain. But Lamicall’s Tablet Holder takes that pain away by holding up my Kindle for me. ⌘ Read more

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

An Innovative EV Motor Used by Lamborghini, McLaren, and Ferrari Is Being Mass-Produced by Mercedes
Compared to the usual EV power plants, axial-flux motors are smaller and lighter, and have more torque. But they’re hard to make at scale. Now Mercedes is bringing them to the masses. ⌘ Read more

NASA’s Quest to Touch the Sun
The outer layers of the sun’s atmosphere are a blistering million degrees hotter than its surface. NASA sent a probe to find out why—by getting closer to the star than ever before. ⌘ Read more

3 Best Smart Scales (2024): Luxe, Budget, and All App-Connected
If you’re ready to start tracking your weight, BMI, and other critical health data on your phone, we’ve weighed in on some great options. ⌘ Read more

Apollo Go (2024) Review: A Great Commuter Scooter
Apollo’s midrange electric scooter has all the bells and whistles you’d want in a reasonable 46-pound package. ⌘ Read more

Stack Overflow Users Are Revolting Against an OpenAI Deal
Members of the software developer community have reported deleting or altering their posts to prevent them from being used by OpenAI. ⌘ Read more

Beats Solo 4 Review: Minimal Features, Maximized Sound
Beats’ latest on-ear headphones lack noise canceling and auto pause, but they sound fantastic. ⌘ Read more

16 Best Laptops (2024): MacBooks, Windows, Chromebooks
These are our favorite Windows notebooks, MacBooks, and Chromebooks. ⌘ Read more

Logitech Aurora Collection Review: Heart and Cloud-Shaped Boxes
Logitech’s Aurora Collection shows that pretty desk accessories can still be full-powered gaming gear. ⌘ Read more

Many People Do Not Like the New Sonos App
Plus: Apple crushes artistic dreams, Comcast introduces low-cost internet plans, and Black Twitter will always be Black Twitter. ⌘ Read more

Microsoft Deploys Generative AI for US Spies
Plus: China is suspected in a hack targeting the UK’s military, the US Marines are testing gun-toting robotic dogs, and Dell suffers a data breach impacting 49 million customers. ⌘ Read more

In Defense of Parasitic Worms
Nature can’t run without parasites, and climate change is driving some to extinction. What happens when they start to disappear? ⌘ Read more

What to Expect at Google I/O 2024, and How to Watch It
The annual developer conference kicks off with a keynote address on Tuesday. Look out for updates on Android, Search, and Assistant, plus a whole lot of AI news. ⌘ Read more

The Northern Lights Could Be Visible Across the US Thanks to a Rare Solar Storm
Three bursts of charged particles ejected from the sun have merged into a wave that could lead to brilliant auroras being visible from Moscow to Oklahoma City. ⌘ Read more

‘Hades 2’: Our 8 Best Tips to Get You Started
Our beginner’s guide to Hades II, currently in early access, includes advice to help you out during the opening hours of Supergiant’s sequel. ⌘ Read more

‘TunnelVision’ Attack Leaves Nearly All VPNs Vulnerable to Spying
TunnelVision is an attack developed by researchers that can expose VPN traffic to snooping or tampering. ⌘ Read more

The Best Period Underwear, Menstrual Cups, and Reusable Pads (2024)
Aunt Flo doesn’t have to suck (that much). These menstrual cups, absorbent underwear, and reusable pads are eco-friendly and comfortable. ⌘ Read more

Best Registries for Weddings and Baby Showers (2024): Advice and Tips
Getting married? Having a kid? Getting gifts to mark the milestone is easier with an online registry—but not all are made equally. ⌘ Read more

The Earth Is About to Feast on Dead Cicadas
Two cicada broods, XIX and XIII, are emerging in sync for the first time in 221 years. They’re bringing the banquet of a lifetime for birds, trees, and humans alike. ⌘ Read more

36 Best Graduation Gifts (2024): For College Grads
Ring in their special milestone with useful gadgets, outdoor gear, subscriptions, and modern conveniences. ⌘ Read more

6 Best Gaming Laptops (2024): From Cheap to Premium
We tested the latest and greatest gaming laptops—from portable machines to an 18-inch gargantuan—so you can level up your game anywhere. ⌘ Read more

Razer Blade 18 (2024) Review: The Gaming Laptop of the Future
This imposing gaming laptop gets a future-forward upgrade and has the power to handle any game you can throw at it. ⌘ Read more

Climate Protestors Storm Tesla’s Gigafactory in Europe
The carmaker’s only European gigafactory has become the target of increasingly radical protests since announcing expansion plans. ⌘ Read more

There’s No Undoing Tech’s Great Rewiring of Childhood
Psychologist Jonathan Haidt warns that social media harms children but definitive evidence is hard to find. Whatever your views on kids and technology, digital connectivity is now part of childhood. ⌘ Read more