The Rise of the 1 am Job Interview

An AI interview is increasingly the first step of a hiring process. Since there’s no human on the other end, candidates are scheduling them whenever—even deep i...

Best Wireless Earbuds We’d Buy Right Now (2026): Apple, Sony, Bose, and More

We tested over a hundred wireless earbuds—these models from Apple, Bose, Beats, and Samsung stood out from the rest.

Why Each Octopus Arm Has a Mind of Its Own

Two-thirds of an octopus’s neurons are in its arms—each operating independently—including the one it uses to have sex.

Space Agencies Are Trying to Keep Astronauts From Losing Their Sight

A device currently being used to help octogenarians do self-administered eye exams could be part of future space missions to monitor astronauts’ ocular health.

The Complicated Case of Passing On Your Digital Estate

There’s no perfect way to transfer possession of your digital assets to your loved ones after you’re gone. But there are things you can do now to make the proce...

4 Best Compression Boots: Therabody, Hyperice, and More (2026)

Whether you’re training hard, traveling often, or dealing with poor circulation, these are the best compression boots for anyone looking for better muscle recov...

Meetily Lets You Transcribe and Summarize Meetings Without a Subscription—Here’s How

There are endless ways to record and transcribe your virtual meetings with AI. Here’s an option that’s free and open source.

TCL Note A1 Nxtpaper Review (2026): A Hybrid Tablet for Taking Notes and Watching Video

TCL’s hybrid tablet-digital notebook tries to be the best of both worlds, and it mostly succeeds.

The 12 Best Anime to Watch if You Think You Hate Anime

Japan’s strongest media export makes a solid case for your attention span. Here’s what to watch.

8 Best Workout Headphones & Earbuds: Beats, Bose, Apple (2026)

Not every great pair of headphones belongs in the gym. These do, thanks to their secure fit, durable design, and impeccable sound.

These AI Barons Are Ready to Give Away Their Fortunes

A new generation of philanthropists made rich by artificial intelligence are preparing to give away their vast wealth. What should we make of a multi-billion-do...

Census Proposal Would Stop Counting Undocumented Immigrants—and Ignore Race and Sexual Orientation

A draft rule reviewed by WIRED would prevent the census from counting undocumented immigrants. To protect against “distortions,” it would also bar questions abo...

The Sharpest Image Ever Taken of the Sun Reveals a Hidden Phenomenon

The photograph, taken in visible light, made it possible to observe for the first time the tiny plasma vortices that had been predicted for more than a century.

Here Are the First Images of the Crater Left on the Moon by SpaceX’s Rocket

The Korea Aerospace Research Institute shared images that show the gash on the surface. It’s pretty small.

The Excellent HP OmniBook 5 Is $550 Off Its Retail Price Today

My favorite budget laptop, the HP OmniBook 5, has an OLED screen and gets great battery life, despite being just $750 right now.

Best Gaming Laptops (2026): Razer, Asus, Dell, and More

You don’t want any old gaming laptop. Here’s my take on which to get, based on hundreds of hours of testing.

Xteink X4 Pro Pocket E-Reader Review (2026): Fun but Limited

Xteink’s new X4 Pro e-reader is its best yet, but the lack of an ebook store can be limiting.

Flock’s Plans for Rideshare Dashcams and Coaching Police, Revealed

Plus: A judge rules cell tower dumps unconstitutional, water utility hacks spread to a dozen states, a phishing email opens a missile-parts supplier’s inbox, an...

How to Disable Gemini in Gmail and Google Docs

New AI toolbars and prompts are showing up in Google Docs and Gmail. If you don’t want Gemini’s help in writing documents and emails, here’s how to turn that st...

Sensitive Info Goes Into ‘No Reply’ Emails Constantly. This Guy Sees It All

Two security researchers bought cheap domains—including noreply.net and deleteduser.com—and set up email listening services. Hundreds of companies are sending t...

Hairmax LaserBand 82 ComfortFlex Review: Putting Down New Roots

Hairmax’s LaserBand 82 ComfortFlex took only 90 seconds per treatment, and it produced visible results along my widening part.

Spokane Shows What the New Era of Wildfires Looks Like

With rising temperatures and drier conditions, fires are more likely to explode. And with more people living next to forests, the results can be catastrophic.

WhatsApp Gets a Handy @all Feature for Group Chats

A new software update builds on WhatsApp’s group chat chops by adding anonymous polls and introducing an easier way to start a smaller private chat away from th...

Best Solar Generators for Off-Grid Trips, RVs, and Home Backup

If you want to capture the sun’s power with solar panels, these are the best solar generators I’ve tested.

The Chinese Philosopher Americans Can’t Stop Fighting About

Yiyang Zhuge was already an intellectual celebrity in China. Her viral interview with Christopher Nolan made her famous in the US—and quickly turned her into a ...

Zohran Mamdani’s NYC Tech Team Is What DOGE Should Have Been

The mayor of New York City has assembled a crew of Silicon Valley and United States Digital Service veterans to overhaul city services with better software.

Scientists Used AI to Create 16 New Viruses

The use of AI systems to create viruses opens up new possibilities for combating bacterial resistance. It also raises concerns about the pace at which technolog...

Our Favorite Fans Are on Sale to Help With Summer Heat Waves (2026)

We’re still in the dog days of summer—keep your cool with deals on the best fans we’ve tested for on the go and at home.

Best Webcams (2026): My Honest Take After Testing the Best

I tested the best webcams across various prices to find the top option. Here’s what I learned.

The 5 Best Laptop Power Banks I've Personally Tested (2026)

These powerful, high-capacity portable batteries are the best ones when laptop charging is a priority. All have at least 20,000 mAh, enough to charge most lapto...