Gear
13 Best Deals From Target's ‘Deal Days’ Sale
Hoping for an Apple iPad Mini or Dyson for the holidays? Both Target and Amazon are hosting a second yearly sales event.
Google Refines the Pixel 7 With Small but Welcome Changes
These new Android handsets don’t represent a giant leap from last year’s Pixel 6, but they do contain some smart updates.
Google Catches Up to Apple and Samsung in the Hardware Race
This week, we talk about the latest Pixel hardware, and why Google’s new smartwatch puts it on even footing with its rivals.
Featured
Face Masks We Actually Like to Wear
Our tips and picks to up your mask game—whether you’re heading back to the office or just want to stay safe and stylish.
How to Get a Covid-19 Booster Shot
Here's everything you need to know about finding and receiving the booster shot in the age of Omicron.
Rapid At-Home Covid-19 Tests—and Where to Find Them
How accurate are rapid at-home tests? Does your insurance cover them? We have answers.
The Best Electric Toothbrushes for Your Pearly Whites
You'll have to recharge your toothbrush, but these electric models put better oral hygiene within easy reach.
Which iPhone Should You Buy (or Avoid) Right Now?
Apple has several models in its lineup, from the iPhone SE to the iPhone 14 Plus. We break them all down.
The Best Security Cameras for Inside Your Home
Cameras can offer peace of mind, but choose carefully when you’re inviting one into your home.
The Best White-Noise Machines for a Blissful Night’s Sleep
Help the whole family catch more z’s with soothing background noise.
SteelSeries' Arena 7 Speakers Are a Powerhouse for Gamers
The makers of some of our favorite gaming headsets have come up with equally impressive desktop speakers.
Kia's Electric Sportage SUV Has the Modern Family in Mind
We tried the new hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions of Kia's most popular car and found the brand is still very much on a roll.
Casio’s Flagship Keyboard Has a Voice of Its Own
This starter keyboard can sing your song lyrics back to you.
The Zero SR/S EV Sport Bike Feels More Like a Cruiser
We took it out for a spin to see whether an electric motorcycle could still be a gas to ride.
The 10 Best Early Amazon Prime Day Deals
The Prime Early Access Sale runs on October 11 and 12, but the discounts have already started.
10 Great Outdoor Deals on Tents, Jackets, and Snow Gear
Forget hiding indoors during the cold season. Enjoy the crisp autumn air with backyard grills, cozy camping gear, and more.
How to Shop Like a Pro During Amazon's Prime Early Access Sale
We've got tips to help you cut through the clutter to find the real deals.
16 Best International Coffee Day Deals on Beans and Machines
Celebrate your favorite drink with discounts on home barista essentials.
Here’s What the ‘Matter’ Smart Home Standard Is All About
The open source protocol is finally here to ensure that your devices play nicely. Here's how it could change the smart home scene.
How to Set Up an Apple Watch for Your Kids
Want to give your children an easy way to contact you—without giving them a smartphone? Family Setup on WatchOS can help.
19 Android Settings You May Not Know About
From using less mobile data to live captions for videos, these settings will make your phone run more smoothly.
How to Make Discord Look and Feel Like Slack
One of the best things about the free chat service is how you can customize it to work for you.
Could Slack Finally Fix the 'Away' Status?
The workplace messaging platform is working on new ways of telling our coworkers that we’re really, really not available.
Apple’s New ‘Ultra’ Watch Goes Toe-to-Toe With Garmin
Saddled by still-mediocre battery life, the Apple Watch Ultra isn’t a true competitor to the reigning king of premium wearables. But it’s getting much closer.
Apple’s Self-Repair Program Has a Long Way to Go
The company added support for MacBooks this week, but critics say that the repair manuals and processes are unnecessarily complicated.
Email Doesn't Suck. It's Email Clients That Need Improving
Don't hate the technology, hate the implementation.
Google’s Long-Awaited Pixel Watch Is Finally Here
It costs $349 and only works with Android phones. Here’s everything else you need to know.
Google’s Home Upgrades Go Further Than New Hardware
There’s a brand-new Nest Wifi Pro and a second-generation wired Nest Doorbell. But it’s a redesigned app that’ll catch your attention.
Razer Teases a New Handheld Gaming Console
Plus: Intel’s new app syncs PCs and mobile phones, and Apple slows down iPhone production.
Everything Amazon Announced at Its Annual Hardware Event
Yes, we saw the usual spate of Echo speakers, but there’s also a brand-new stylus-powered Kindle you can doodle on.
The State of the Smart Kitchen
This week, we discuss guided cooking apps, connected appliances, and all things smart (and not so smart) on our countertops.
Peloton Row and the Future of At-Home Workouts
This week, we talk about Peloton’s growing product lineup, and whether our days of sweating along to streamed exercise classes at home are over.
VR Is Struggling to Grow Out of Its Awkward Phase
This week, we talk about the Sony PSVR2, the still-secret next Meta headset, and how virtual reality technology needs to improve to earn mainstream acceptance.
Welcome to Apple’s Dynamic Island
This week, we round up all the biggest announcements from Apple’s iPhone (and Watch) launch event.
Looking Forward
5 Future Scenarios for Google Lens
On the visual search tool's anniversary, we consider its promise and how that could play out.
Product Review
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 Headphones Are a Sweet Upgrade
B&W has taken its already excellent Px7 S2 cans and made a luxe version. Do the material and sonic gains justify the extra outlay? Oh yes.
Disaster 101
The Best Gear for Your Home Emergency Kit
Channel your inner Mad Max and prepare for disaster and all-around bad weeks with these WIRED-approved essentials.
Health First
GrowWithJo Is the Only Workout App I’ve Ever Liked
Its focus on health and wellness—rather than sculpting a perfect body—has actually made exercising a little fun.
Buying Guide
The 5 Best Water Leak Detectors for Your Home
Don’t let busted pipes or an overflowing washing machine dampen your day. These WIRED-tested smart water sensors can reduce the risk of damage to your home.
Deals
10 Great Deals on TVs, Headphones, and Gaming Accessories
Upgrade your home theater and score some sweet discounts on peripherals this weekend.
Buying Guide
The Best USB Flash Drives for Ultra-Portable Storage
These WIRED-tested memory sticks are a virtual filing cabinet in your pocket.
In the Clear
Skullcandy's Jib True 2 Earbuds Are Cute and Affordable
These cool-looking in-ears pull on the heartstrings of 90s nostalgia, with added environmental efforts.
Out of Office
The Apple Watch Ultra Can Weather Your Rugged Weekend Adventures
This tough new smartwatch has awesome safety and workout features. It’s also a great way to stay connected in the wilderness—for better and for worse.
Old Ways
How to Get the Old Lock Screen Notification View in iOS 16
Don’t like Apple’s new Stack View at the bottom of your iPhone? Don’t worry, you have a few options.
Deals
13 Great Deals on Weighted Blankets, Outdoor Gear, and More
Whether you like to spend the fall season indoors or out, we've got you covered.
Morning Grind
How to Make Better Coffee at Home
Stuck indoors with no espresso machine? Not to worry, these tips and tools will help you brew café-quality joe.
Buying Guide
The Best Apple 3-in-1 Wireless Chargers
Keep your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods topped up with these WIRED-tested docking systems.
Gadget Lab Podcast
The State of the Smart Kitchen
This week, we discuss guided cooking apps, connected appliances, and all things smart (and not so smart) on our countertops.
Buying Guide
How to Pick the Right Roku for Your TV
The company has a dizzying array of streaming sticks, boxes, and soundbars to choose from, but don’t worry—these are the ones to buy.
Buying Guide
Our 5 Favorite Electric Kettles to Get the Water Going
We made tons of coffee, tea, and ramen to test these gadgets—and boiled it down to these top picks.
Buying Guide
The Best Kindles to Take Your Library Anywhere
Here’s how Amazon’s ebook readers stack up—and which one might be right for you.
Buying Guide
The Best Bike Computers for Every Type of Cyclist
Track your mileage, keep tabs on your heart rate, or map a ride from here to eternity with these handlebar-mounted cycling companions.
Product Review
This Soda Maker Is the Ultimate Sparkling Water Upgrade
The Aarke Carbonator Pro is an excellent countertop pick for fizzy-water aficionados.

