The second major cloud outage in less than two weeks, Azure’s downtime highlights the “brittleness” of a digital ecosystem that depends on a few companies never making mistakes.
Security, Security / Security News, Down Detected
The Microsoft Azure Outage Shows the Harsh Reality of Cloud Failures Read Post »
Outfit your wrist with the previous generation of Pixel smartwatch for just $200.
Gear, Gear / Deals, Gear / Products, Gear / Products / Watches, Deal of the Day
A startup hopes to challenge Nvidia, AMD, and Intel with a chip that wrangles probabilities rather than ones and zeros.
Business, Business / Artificial Intelligence, Thermodynamic Duo
Extropic Aims to Disrupt the Data Center Bonanza Read Post »
A new benchmark measures how well AI agents can automate economically valuable chores. Human-level AI is still some ways off.
Business, Business / Artificial Intelligence, AI Lab
Peter Williams, a former executive of Trenchant, L3Harris’ cyber division, has pleaded guilty to two counts of stealing trade secrets and selling them to an unnamed Russian software broker.
Security, Security / Cyberattacks and Hacks, Security / National Security, Security / Security News, Bad Deal
Ex-L3Harris Cyber Boss Pleads Guilty to Selling Trade Secrets to Russian Firm Read Post »
As temperatures increase, trains and subways are becoming unendurable. Potential solutions include everything from cooling tunnels with water to painting rolling stock—but there’s no magic fix.
Science, Business / Transportation, Heatpiercer
How to Keep Subways and Trains Cool in an Ever Hotter World Read Post »
Affordable, reliable, and stylish, 5 Sports watches are seen as a perfect introduction to the world of proper mechanical timepieces. Trouble is, there are so many to choose from—here’s WIRED’s pick.
Gear, Gear / Buying Guides, Gear / Products / Watches, Buying Guide
How do AI videos end up on Donald Trump’s social media accounts? WIRED investigates.
Politics, Politics / Politics News, Inner Loop
Amazon’s new Echo Studio and Dot models get a new look and more power behind the sound and smarts.
Gear, Gear / Reviews, Gear / Products / Smart Home, Gear / Products / Speakers, Product Review
Amazon Echo Studio (2nd Gen) and Echo Dot Max Review: Bigger Sound, Bigger Price Read Post »
Ahead of Adobe’s MAX Sneaks event, WIRED got an exclusive look at a new tool that can change the tone and style of a voice-over.
Gear, Gear / Gear News and Events, Gear / Products / Online Services, Distorted Dub
Exclusive: Adobe’s Corrective AI Can Change the Emotions of a Voice-Over Read Post »
If you have a compatible Razer mouse and cash to burn, you can enjoy near-infinite battery life with this mousepad.
Gear, Gear / Reviews, Gear / Products / Gaming, Gear / Products / Computers, Gear / Products / Home Office, Product Review
Razer HyperFlux V2 Wireless Charging System Review: A $120 Mousepad Read Post »
Air-popped popcorn is superior in every way. We spoke with an expert to find out why, and tested a few different poppers worth your kernel.
Gear, Gear / Trends, Gear / Products / Kitchen, What’s Poppin’
Eating Microwave Popcorn in 2025? You Can Do Better Read Post »
Radu Jude’s AI-filled adaptation features Dracula doing porn and exploiting tech workers.
Culture, Culture / Movies, Poor Taste
In its first foray into business content, the platform has asked lingerie entrepreneur and ex-SuicideGirl Rachael McCrary to teach creators how to monetize their ideas.
Culture, Culture / Culture News, Level Up
It’s not perfect, but this sub-$900 Acer gaming laptop compromises in the right spots and delivers exceptional value.
Gear, Gear / Reviews, Gear / Products / Computers, Product Review
Acer Nitro V 16 AI Review: The Best Budget Gaming Laptop Read Post »
When families break down, the systems put in place to protect children online can fall apart too.
Gear, Gear / Gear News and Events, Unhappy Families
Apple’s Family Sharing Helps Keep Children Safe. Until It Doesn’t Read Post »
New Mexico City International Airport was canceled when only half built, and has since been flooded and restored into wetlands.
Science, Science / Environment, Eco-restoration
Boost your productivity and save with exclusive Google Workspace coupons from WIRED. Get up to 14% off plans for three months, including Starter, Standard, and Plus tiers.
Gear, Gear / Deals, Coupons
Google Workspace Promo Code: Up to 14% Off in October 2025 Read Post »
These lightweight Celestron binoculars offer great magnification for the price.
Gear, Gear / Deals, Gear / Products, Gear / Products / Outdoor, Deal of the Day
One of Our Favorite Pairs of Binoculars Is $80 Off Read Post »
As crypto-based prediction services attract a flood of attention and capital, the US president’s social media platform has announced plans to muscle in.
Business, Business / Blockchain and Cryptocurrency, Roll the Dice
Donald Trump’s Truth Social Is Launching a Polymarket Competitor Read Post »
