The Twitch streamer could pivot from influencer to candidate. But he tells WIRED’s Big Interview podcast he’d rather use his platform to tell Dems “you can’t podcast your way out of this problem.”
Culture, Big Interview
Join us for live coverage of the launch of the iPhone 17, iPhone Air, and Apple Watch Series 11. We’ll be reporting from Apple headquarters in Cupertino, California.
Gear, Gear / Gear News and Events, Live Coverage
Apple Event Live Blog: Updates on iPhone 17, iPhone Air, Apple Watch 11, AirPods Pro 3 Read Post »
From data-removal services to threat monitoring, the Public Service Alliance says its new marketplace will help public servants defend themselves in an era of data brokers and political violence.
Security, Politics / Politics News, Security / Privacy, Security / Security News, Lockdown Mode
A New Platform Is Launching to Protect Public Servants From an Angry Mob Read Post »
Geedge Networks, a company with ties to the founder of China’s mass censorship infrastructure, is selling its censorship and surveillance systems to at least four other countries in Asia and Africa.
Security, Security / National Security, Security / Privacy, Security / Security News, Blacked Out
Massive Leak Shows How a Chinese Company Is Exporting the Great Firewall to the World Read Post »
Show off your social side with this kit from DJI, which includes two microphones and a charging case. Our reviewers love it.
Gear / Deals, Deal of the Day
Save $60 on the DJI Mic Mini Kit—Price Drops to Just $109 Today Read Post »
Office chairs and gaming chairs often tout lumbar support as a must-have feature. I spoke to some experts to see if it’s as essential as claimed.
Gear, Gear / How To and Advice, Gear / Products / Home Office, Back Break
Why Your Office Chair Should Have Lumbar Support Read Post »
The chatbot-enabled Friend necklace eavesdrops on your life and provides a running commentary that’s snarky and unhelpful. Worse, it can also make the people around you uneasy.
Gear, Gear / Gear News and Events, Talk Back
Research into whether drugs like ayahuasca can mitigate the effects of traumatic brain injury is in its infancy. Pro athletes like Jordan Poyer are forging ahead anyway.
Science, Science / Health, Head to Head
Why Former NFL All-Pros Are Turning to Psychedelics Read Post »
Phones with thinner designs are enjoying a moment. But while thin phones usually suffer poor battery life, batteries with silicon-carbon anodes are helping circumvent that notion.
Gear, Gear / Trends, Gear / Gear News and Events, Gear / Products / Phones, Into Thin Air
The iPhone 17 Air Could Use a Silicon-Carbon Battery. What Is It? Read Post »
With slight, useful changes like wireless charging and better processing, these noise-canceling buds remain at the top of the pile.
Gear, Gear / Products, Gear / Reviews, Gear / Products / Audio, Gear / Products / Headphones, Product Review
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen): Excellent Buds Read Post »
The new Google Preferred Sources tool helps you see more of what you want in your search results.
Gear, Gear / How To and Advice, WYWIWYG
How to Add WIRED as a Preferred Source on Google (2025) Read Post »
In theory, quantum physics can bypass the hard mathematical problems at the root of modern encryption. A new proof shows how.
Science, Science / Physics and Math, Encryption
Researchers convinced large language model chatbots to comply with “forbidden” requests using a variety of conversational tactics.
Business, Business / Artificial Intelligence, Flatter Bots
Psychological Tricks Can Get AI to Break the Rules Read Post »
Slap a case and screen protector on your shiny new Pixel, whether you have the Pixel 10 or Pixel 10 Pro XL. We also have Qi2 chargers and accessory recommendations.
Gear, Gear / Buying Guides, Gear / Products / Phones, Buying Guide
It’s Apple season, when the company announces the new iPhone, Apple Watch, and other hardware. Here’s how to watch, and what you might see during Tuesday’s big show.
Gear, Gear / Gear News and Events, Walkup
How to Watch Apple’s iPhone 17 Announcement, and What to Expect Read Post »
“We buy homes” companies are procuring disaster-damaged properties for cheap. Survivors say they’re taking advantage of tragedy.
Science, Science / Environment, Disaster Gentrification
Real Estate Speculators Are Swooping In to Buy Disaster-Hit Homes Read Post »
If you’re a new parent, learning how to keep Baby safe in your home can be daunting. Check every box—and cover every outlet—with this comprehensive guide from a new mom who just went through it.
Gear, Gear / How To and Advice, Gear / Products / Parenting, Safety First
On this episode of Uncanny Valley, we break down the role of AI in the online gambling scene.
Business, Business / Artificial Intelligence, Uncanny Valley
Plus: An AI chatbot system is linked to a widespread hack, details emerge of a US plan to plant a spy device in North Korea, your job’s security training isn’t working, and more.
Security, Security / Cyberattacks and Hacks, Security / National Security, Security / Privacy, Security / Security News, Security Roundup
Plus: The Polar Loop looks a lot like the Whoop band, JBL’s comically massive speakers are ready to party, and ExpressVPN splits its subscription plan into three tiers.
Gear, Gear / Products / Apps, Gear / Products / Watches, Gear / Products / Health and Fitness, Gear / Products / Speakers, Gear / Products / Online Services, Gear Roundup
