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The Best iPad to Buy (and a Few to Avoid)
Apple just raised its prices. Here’s an updated breakdown of the brand’s tablets to find the best one for your needs.
Luke Larsen
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My Ebike Delivery Went Missing. When I Tried to Recover It, I Ended Up in Chatbot Hell
Companies’ increasing reliance on AI chatbots isn’t making the customer service experience smarter. It’s just making it more infuriating.
Dillon Thompson
How to Watch the 2026 World Cup Semifinals and Finals
The end of the FIFA Men’s World Cup is nigh. Here’s how to watch the final games and the first ever World Cup halftime show.
Boone Ashworth
Plex Keeps Getting Worse. Is Jellyfin a Decent Replacement?
If you want to stream local media, this free and open source media server is just as good as Plex. But if you rely on remote access or live TV, prepare to tinker.
Justin Pot
Siri AI Is Becoming Apple’s Everything Tool
Apple’s revamped Siri is more than a voice assistant; it’s now the backbone of the iPhone user experience. You can try it now through the iOS 27 public beta.
Reece Rogers
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Zoro Promo Codes for 2026
Find the best Zoro coupon codes, deals, and free shipping offers to save big on industrial equipment, tools, and supplies this month.
Molly Higgins
Chegg Coupon Codes: Save on Textbooks, Study, and Writing This July 2026
Unlock Chegg promo codes, student discounts, and free trials for Chegg Study and Chegg Writing.
Molly Higgins
Top Wayfair Coupons for July 2026
Get 10% off with Wayfair promo code, up to 80% off furniture, and more top coupons.
Molly Higgins
T-Mobile Business Internet Promo Codes and Phone Deals
Discover how to save on T-Mobile Business Internet and phone plans, from sign-up perks and switching rewards to bundled offers and free lines.
Molly Higgins
Wi-Fi 8 Is Coming, But It’s Not About Faster Speeds This Time
Chipset makers and router manufacturers are talking about Wi-Fi 8, but what is the new standard, and when will it arrive?
Simon Hill
This Is the First Criss-Cross Office Chair I Didn’t Get Tired Of
The Amseatec Criss Cross Office Chair gives you room to sit cross-legged, sideways, or however your body actually wants to sit.
Nicole Kinning
The Best Keyboards for Work and Play
Whether you’re looking to boost your productivity or your Fortnite stats, these are the top keyboards for the job.
Henri Robbins
The Best Kindle Deals You Can Still Shop Before Prime Day Ends
There’s no better time to get a Kindle than during Amazon's own sale event.
Nena Farrell
How to Share Your Location on an iPhone or Android
Whether it’s through Google Maps or Emergency SOS, there are plenty of ways to quickly let your loved ones know where you are.
Simon Hill
The Best MagSafe and Qi2 Power Banks for Your Phone
Keep your iPhone or Qi2 Android phone topped up with one of the best portable chargers.
Simon Hill and Louryn Strampe
The Best iPhone 17 Cases and Accessories—We’ve Tested More Than 100
Protect your expensive iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone Pro, or iPhone 17e with our favorite cases and screen protectors.
Julian Chokkattu and Louryn Strampe
The Best Qi2 and MagSafe Wireless Chargers for Your Phone
Top up your Qi2 Android phone or MagSafe iPhone with a magnetic wireless charging stand, pad, car charger, or power bank.
Simon Hill
The Best Bone Conduction Headphones
Everyone needs a safe way to listen to music on outdoor runs. We’ve found the bone conduction headphones to grab on your way out the door.
Michael Sawh
Yeasound’s RIC800 Hearing Aids Perform Well, but the App Experience Is Frustrating
With AI-powered noise reduction, an automatic speech-focusing system, and a simple, effective hearing test, it’s a shame these aids don't come with a better app.
Christopher Null
Take Your Tunes Anywhere With the Best Bluetooth Speakers
Discover the best Bluetooth speakers of all shapes and sizes, from waterproof clip-ons to a massive boom box.
Chris Haslam
The Amazfit Cheetah 2 Ultra Is the Rare Streamlined Trail-Running Watch
Amazfit’s trail running smartwatch delivers solid off-road performance at a bargain price compared to its competitors.
Michael Sawh
The Best External Hard Drives to Back Up Everything You Have
Need an ultrafast drive for video editing or a rugged option to back up your photos in the field? We’ve got a solution for every situation.
Scott Gilbertson
Which MacBook Is Right for You: Neo, Air, or Pro?
MacBooks are now more expensive than ever, and having tested all the latest models, here’s my honest advice on which to buy.
Luke Larsen
The Dell 14S Feels Expensive But Gets a Lot Right
The Dell 14S represents the new normal of laptop pricing, but it has the quality to back up its cost.
Luke Larsen
Which Microsoft Surface Is Best for You?
With pricing in flux and new models available, here’s which Surface Laptop and Surface Pro to buy.
Luke Larsen
The Best Bidets for Every Bathroom and Budget
These butt-cleaning machines also offer luxe features like custom seat warming and adjustable water flows.
Jordan Michelman
My Backyard Pool Just Became My New Gym
Swimming against the iGarden Swim Jet X Pro 10’s artificial current is a real workout, even if it doesn’t quite replace a full-size lap pool.
Christopher Null
The Best Robotic Pool Cleaners for a Truly Automated Summer
Send the pool guy packing. Let one of these robotic buddies maintain your water quality instead.
Christopher Null
The Best Pool Accessories for Resort Energy at Home
These are the cleaning robots, water monitors, and toys actually worth buying for pool season.
Kat Merck
Should You Buy the Eight Sleep Pod 5 Smart Mattress Cover? It’s Complicated
Eight Sleep’s Pod 5 is great at its job, but its job is also watching you sleep.
Boutayna Chokrane
The Best Mattresses You Can Buy Online in 2026
WIRED has tested 100-plus bed-in-a-box mattresses for a week each. Our top pick, the Helix Midnight Luxe hybrid, is the best bed you can buy online.
Julia Forbes
The Best Sleep Trackers for Smarter Rest and Recovery
I tested the top sleep wearables for every type of sleeper, including devices from Oura, Whoop, and Eight Sleep.
Boutayna Chokrane
Sleep Number’s New ComfortNext Lux Smart Bed Is a Soft Place to Land
Sleep Number’s new model leans plush, but its smart support might convert even die-hard firmness fans.
Julia Forbes
Is Bitdefender VPN Trustworthy? I Tested Its Premium Tier to Find Out
Bitdefender VPN has an excellent starting price, even if it lacks the advanced features that privacy nerds may want.
Matthew S. Smith
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EveryPlate Shows the Key to a Truly Low-Cost Meal Kit Turns Out to Be Simplicity
EveryPlate is an actual budget meal kit whose plates taste delicious. Options and ingredients are fewer, but simplicity can also be a virtue.
Matthew Korfhage
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My Budget Is Tight. So I Tried a Budget Cell Phone Service, and Data Speeds Came Out Nearly the Same
With inflation and gas prices rising, I’m trying to save money wherever I can. I tested Tello’s budget cell phone plan, and for me, it turns out prepaid can be just as good.
Matthew Korfhage
The Best Meal Kits of 2026, Tested by a Former Restaurant Critic
Here are the best meal kits in 2026, including Martha Stewart’s delivery box, a GLP-1–supportive plan, and a budget-friendly option.
Matthew Korfhage
The Best Hiking Boots and Shoes for Any Adventure
From strenuous hikes and serious summits to weekend rambles in the park, these boots help you make the most of your time outdoors.
Chris Haslam
The Hiboy P6 Fat Tire Electric Bike Can Blast Through Just About Anything
Take on sand, snow, mud, gravel—this is the ebike for all your off-roading adventures.
Kristin Canning
The Best Pickleball Paddles
New tech has changed the game with the latest generation of pickleball paddles. Here's what to know and what to buy.
Martin Cizmar
The Best Portable Power Stations for Blackouts, Camping, or Van Life
Whether you’re going off-grid or safeguarding against blackouts, these beefy, WIRED-tested batteries can keep the lights on.
Simon Hill
The Best Kitchen Composters for Digging in the Dirt
Responsibly dispose of your food scraps with one of these indoor, (mostly) odor-free, WIRED-tested devices.
Kat Merck
Avoid Food Waste—Get a Good Dehydrator Instead
Stretch seasonal produce, preserve leftovers, and build a pantry that lasts with our favorite food dehydrators for every budget.
Kat Merck
New-Gen Slushie Machines Have Better Tech. Here Are the 2 New Bests
The original Ninja Slushi has been replaced! The new best slushie machines chill faster and make soft serve.
Matthew Korfhage
The Best Protein Powders, Taste-Tested and Reviewed
I found the best protein powders that won’t make your morning smoothie taste like drywall.
Boutayna Chokrane
Ranking the Best Red-Light Therapy Mask and LED Devices of 2026
Your face called, and it’s low-key offended you might trust TikTok more than WIRED.
Boutayna Chokrane
The Laduora Duo Red-Light Therapy Hair Care Device Isn’t Your Mother’s Hairbrush
This handheld device combines red-light therapy, microcurrents, sonic vibration, warmth, and a serum to support healthy hair growth.
Molly Higgins
The Red-Light Devices That Helped Our Hair Grow Back
After 16 weeks of daily use, our WIRED testers saw visible hair regrowth with these red-light therapy devices.
Boutayna Chokrane
Yes, LED Hair Regrowth Works, and I Have the Hair to Prove It
I shaved my head 15 years ago and never looked back. This GroWell LED cap changed that.
Martin Cizmar
RGB TVs Are All the Buzz, and I’ve Tested 5 of the Latest Models to Find the Best
RGB TVs are the latest hotness in the world of televisions, and I’ve tested many of the latest models to see which you should buy.
John Brandon
The Samsung Micro RGB R95H Is a Good, Not Great TV
There’s a new fleet of TVs using new mini and micro RBG display tech, and Samsung’s R95H model isn’t as impressive as it should be.
John Brandon
LG’s Micro RGB TV Serves a Bright, Vivid Display—for a Big Price
It’s hard to say if the pricey LG Micro RGB Evo television is worth shelling out for compared to its cheaper competitors, but you’ll probably enjoy its color-popping display.
John Brandon
Hisense’s RGB MiniLED Punches Above Its Class in Price and Picture Quality
The brand’s UR9 competes with similar offerings from higher-end brands like Samsung and LG.
John Brandon
The Oura Ring 5 Is a Smarter Health Coach Wrapped Around Your Finger
It’s not the upgrade Ring 4 owners have been waiting for, but it’s easily the best smart ring Oura has ever made.
Boutayna Chokrane
Form Smart Swim 2 LT Goggles Offer Innovative Features, but Most Are Behind a Paywall
These goggles have an excellent display, solid metric tracking, and an open-water “SwimStraight” feature. But the real smart tech requires a subscription.
Michael Sawh
The Best Activity and Fitness Trackers
Find the right wearable for your lifestyle, workouts, and goals.
Boutayna Chokrane
The Suunto Spark Open Earbuds Are Perfect for Runs and Rides
Suunto swaps bone for air conduction, giving these open-ear earbuds a perfect fit for the great outdoors.
Michael Sawh
9 Tips to Get More Out of Google Chat
There’s more to Google’s messaging app than you might realize.
David Nield
Skylight’s Touchscreen Calendar Got my Whole Family on the Same Page
The Skylight has become the informational and organizational hub of my household. My touchscreen-native kids have also gained more agency over our family activities.
Jaclyn Greenberg
How to Avoid Spoilers Online and in Chats
You can minimize the risk of films and shows being spoiled for you by muting comments, conversations, and keywords on various platforms.
David Nield
Where NASA Posts Its Best Space Photos, and How to Find Them
Explore decades of incredible images and videos of stars, planets, moons, and galaxies—most of which are free to use and share.
David Nield