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Ear Candy
Nothing’s New Headphone (1) Pro Are Made for the Studio
With three drivers in each ear and tuning from Metropolis Studios, Nothing wants its new $399 cans to shine in the studio while also making your commute more musical.
Julian Chokkattu
Bose Brought Back Wired Headphones, and Teens Are to Thank
The Bose Noise Cancelling Wired Earbuds are the first new wired headphones from the brand since 2015, inspired directly by teen preferences. We got an early listen.
Harry Rabinowitz
Meta’s Muse Is Adults-Only. Why Does It Look Like a Kids’ Toy?
Meta says Muse is just for adults, though its cuddly, Labubu-like mascot—and upcoming Tamagotchi-style AI device—may be disarming for users of all ages.
Reece Rogers
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Thieves Stole ‘Nvidia’ Trailers. They Got 20 Tons of Sand
They wanted the silicon. They got the sand.
Aarian Marshall and Paresh Dave
16 Products From Women Designers You Need to Know
From electric trucks to health trackers, women designers are guiding consumer tech to a better place.
Chris Haslam and Jeremy White
Daily Deals
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I’ve Been Hunting Deals for 13 Years. These Early Prime Day Discounts Are Actually Worth It
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days officially begin on October 6 and 7, but I’ve already spotted early discounts on gear our team recommends.
Louryn Strampe
The WIRED Guide to Shopping Prime Big Deal Days
Before Amazon’s October sale begins, learn how to investigate prices and track products like a pro.
Louryn Strampe
Canon Promo Codes: 30% Off for September 2026
Save an extra 10% or 30% with Canon coupon codes, plus up to $1,600 on cameras, printers, and more this September 2026.
Gear Team
The Best ExpressVPN Coupons for September 2026
Learn how to get the best value from your ExpressVPN subscription plans, whether you need a flexible 1-month plan or want to lock in up to 61% savings on multi-year deals.
Gear Team
I Printed a Shovel, Earrings, and Everything in Between With This 3D Printer
The Bambu Lab P2S Combo makes useful, polished objects without requiring advanced technical skills.
Kat Merck
Boox Just Announced the Palma 3 E-Reader
The e-paper device maker also launched two new color digital notebooks last night, the Note Air6 C and Mini C.
Nena Farrell
These Are Our Favorite Standing Desks to Liven Up Your Workstation
Take your home office to new heights with our favorite motorized standing desks.
Nicole Kinning and Matthew Korfhage
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Branch’s Sega Gaming Chair Delivers Office-Like Ergonomics With Retro Console Looks
Turns out that the best office chair is also the best gaming chair, now with aesthetics to match.
Louryn Strampe
Which Samsung Galaxy Phone Should You Buy?
From flagship and budget to flipping and folding, Samsung’s Galaxy range spans the breadth of the smartphone cosmos. WIRED’s here to help you make your choice.
Julian Chokkattu and Simon Hill
Which iPhone Should You Buy (or Avoid) Right Now?
The first folding iPhone Duo is here, alongside the 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max, but they’re not your only options. We have all the details on Apple’s smartphone lineup to help you find the right model.
Julian Chokkattu and Simon Hill
Don’t Buy an Android Phone Until You Read Our Guide
Shopping for a phone can be an ordeal. That’s why we’ve tested almost every Android phone, from the smartest to the cheapest—even phones that fold—to find the ones worth your money.
Julian Chokkattu
Try These 3 iOS 27 Safari Settings to Get More Out of Apple’s Browser
Apple’s Safari browser gets a few helpful automation and personalization features in iOS 27.
Reece Rogers
Make It Loud With These Tested Party Speakers
These speakers combine serious volume, big bass, portability, and the occasional karaoke session to bring the party anywhere.
Chris Haslam
The Best Open Earbuds I’ve Tested
I’ve tested dozens of open earbuds. My favorite ones let you hear the world and your tunes equally.
Harry Rabinowitz
This Bluetooth Speaker Goes to 11—Literally
I’m genuinely afraid to go full-volume on the Soundboks Rider, which is built like a party-ready tank.
Harry Rabinowitz
A Soundbar Is the Best TV Upgrade You Can Make
I tested soundbars of all shapes and sizes—these are the best for clear dialogue, booming bass, and realistic surround sound.
John Brandon
The Best Mesh Wi-Fi Systems to Achieve Networking Nirvana
Forget about patchy internet connections and dead spots in the house. These WIRED-tested, multi-room mesh Wi-Fi systems will keep your whole house online.
Simon Hill
After Testing Hundreds of Laptops, These Are the Best Options I Recommend
I’ve been reviewing laptops for over a decade, and here’s my advice for finding the right laptop for you.
Luke Larsen
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The Best Linux Laptops Will Last Longer Than Any Windows PC or Mac
Whether you want a beast of a machine with dedicated graphics or a light, easy-to-upgrade PC, we have the perfect rig for you.
Scott Gilbertson
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Apple’s M6 Mac Mini Is Perfect for the AI Curious
Apple has refreshed the Mac Mini with a brand-new chip, the M6. And this time, it’s more focused on AI than ever.
Luke Larsen
Snag a Shark Bedroom Air Purifier for Nearly Half Off
Shark and other top air purifier brands are on discount ahead of Amazon Prime Big Deal Days.
Molly Higgins
I’ve Tested Over 100 Home Security Cameras. These Are the Safest Bets
Keep an eye on home wherever you are with the best security cameras, including indoor and outdoor, subscription services, AI smarts, and local recording options.
Simon Hill
I Tested the Best At-Home Pet DNA Test Kits on My Cats
I sent my cats’ saliva to the lab to get health and genetic insights sent to my inbox—with very different results.
Molly Higgins
The 10 Best Coffee Subscriptions of 2026 to Keep You Wired
We tried dozens of the best coffee subscriptions to find freshly roasted, delicious coffee for every taste.
Matthew Korfhage
The Best Sleep Trackers for Smarter Rest and Recovery
I tested the top sleep wearables for every type of sleeper, including devices from Oura, Google Fitbit, and Eight Sleep.
Boutayna Chokrane
I Tested Mattress Toppers for Every Kind of Sleeper
These toppers will transform your mattress into exactly what you need, whether that’s a super-plush pillow top, memory foam, or targeted back support.
Nena Farrell
Best Cooling Mattresses for Hot Sleepers
Nothing ruins a great night of sleep faster than getting too hot. We slept on a myriad of cooling mattresses to find which ones drew the heat away best.
Molly Higgins
The Best Organic Mattresses
These natural, organic mattresses are eco-friendly alternatives to conventional models and just as comfortable.
Scott Gilbertson
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Factor Meals Have Gotten Much Better. Now to Ditch the Microwave
Factor home-delivery meals have mastered the art of a juicy, medium-rare steak. But inconsistency is still an issue.
Matthew Korfhage
The Best VPNs That Actually Protect You Online
Every VPN says it’s the best, but only some of them are telling the truth.
Jacob Roach
The Best Meal Kits of 2026, Tested by a Former Restaurant Critic
Here are the best delivery services and meal kits in 2026, including the Martha Stewart meal service, a GLP-1–supportive plan, and a budget-friendly option.
Matthew Korfhage
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Green Chef’s Strength Is Sourcing—and the Best-Tasting Fish I’ve Gotten From a Meal Kit
HelloFresh’s organic meal kit Green Chef offers transparent sourcing, layered cooking, and trustworthy gluten-free dishes.
Matthew Korfhage
Quince Luggage Gives Away a Run for Its Money
Is Quince the Away alternative we’ve been waiting for? I tested its luggage to find out, and the price difference is hard to ignore.
Boutayna Chokrane
I Tested a $290 Smart Bird Feeder With a Seriously Impressive Camera
The Kiwibit Feeder 2 Pro delivers action-camera-quality imagery, but too much of the experience is locked behind a subscription.
Kat Merck
I Put Thermacell’s Upgraded Mosquito Barrier to the Test
Thermacell LIV 2.0 is expensive and imperfect, but it outperforms nearly every mosquito-control method I’ve tried.
Christopher Null
I’m a Lifelong Bird-Watcher. These Are the Gifts I’d Actually Want
Whether they’re into feeders, field guides, or games, these tried-and-tested picks are sure to land perfectly.
Kat Merck
I Test Products for a Living. These Are the Gifts I’d Buy My Mom
From a calendar that keeps my family organized to a frame that rescues photos from my camera roll, these favorites make thoughtful gifts.
Nena Farrell
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The Best Mushroom Coffee for an Alternative Buzz
“Coffee” made with functional mushrooms like lion’s mane and chaga is all the rage. We tried the most popular brands to find which were the most palatable.
Pete Cottell
I Tested the Best Kitchen Composters and Food Recyclers—and Yes, Some of Them Stink
After years of smells, strange noises, and “tea,” these are the composters and food recyclers I’d actually recommend.
Kat Merck
Food Recalls Are in the News Again. Here’s How I Keep My Eggs Salmonella-Free
With advice from infectious disease experts, I tested a low-effort way to pasteurize eggs at home.
Kat Merck
How to Choose the Best Electric Toothbrush for a Healthier Smile
After two years of testing, these are the electric toothbrushes that impressed WIRED staffers the most.
Boutayna Chokrane
Before You Buy a Red-Light Therapy Mask, Read This
I tried the red-light therapy masks flooding my feed and consulted with professionals to find out which ones are worth the splurge.
Boutayna Chokrane
I Tried the Best Red-Light Therapy for Hair Loss. Here’s What Worked
Don’t fly to Turkey just yet. Our WIRED testers saw visible hair regrowth with these red-light therapy devices.
Boutayna Chokrane
I Wore This Red-Light Therapy Headband for 5 Months, and My Hair Actually Grew Back
Hairmax’s LaserBand 82 ComfortFlex took only 90 seconds per treatment, and it produced visible results along my widening part.
Kat Merck
This Bargain-Priced HD Projector Punches Above Its Weight
With the curtains closed and the power cable nearby, this affordable Full HD smart projector is a compact delight.
Chris Haslam
This Projector Is a Hole-in-One as a Golf Simulator, but Subpar for Anything Else
The Optoma GT2400HDR laser projector is great for setting up a driving range in your living room, but mediocre video quality makes it less appealing for home entertainment.
John Brandon
The BenQ GV50 Ceiling Projector Is Better for Party Tricks Than Display Quality
This affordable, portable projector doesn’t try to be a cinematic marvel, but it’s fun to use.
John Brandon
The Soundcore Nebula P1i's Neat Design Can’t Quite Overcome Its Pitfalls
I tested the Soundcore Nebula P1i, an affordable projector, to see if it could overcome the typical drawbacks that most budget projectors suffer from.
Chris Haslam
Which Apple Watch Should You Buy?
From the latest Ultra to last year’s SE, these are the Apple Watches worth considering.
Boutayna Chokrane
The Samsung Galaxy Watch9 Has a Health Score for That
Samsung’s latest smartwatch offers useful health tracking alongside a growing pile of metrics you may never use.
Boutayna Chokrane
The Apple Watch Ultra 4 Is Better, but Harder to Recommend
The Ultra 4 gets smarter about health tracking and lasts longer between charges. But for most people, the Series 12 gets close enough.
Boutayna Chokrane
The Apple Watch Series 12 Adds More Data Without the Clutter
After wearing it day and night for a week, I found that better health tracking, faster charging, and a simpler interface make Apple’s latest smartwatch noticeably easier to live with.
Boutayna Chokrane
You Don’t Need to Pay for Distraction-Blocking Software
These free iOS and Android apps create the physical friction you need to put down your phone.
Justin Pot
This Browser Extension Lets You Snooze Open Tabs Until Later
The free add-on Tuck brings one of the best features of modern email—the ability to hide something for a bit—to that tangle of tabs in your browser.
Justin Pot
How to Record Your Screen on Any Phone
The built-in tools on your phone—as well as some inexpensive apps—let you share whatever you’re doing with others.
David Nield
This App Makes Your Laptop Screen Look Like Paper
The app Paperman gives your screen some added texture in an effort to make it easier on your eyes. It works best for reading, writing, or otherwise working with text.
Justin Pot
