How to Back Up Your iPhone

Save your memories before you grab the latest version of iOS.

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SpaceX’s All-Civilian Inspiration4 Crew Readies for Launch

Sure, an orbital flight without professional astronauts is unorthodox—but it just might work.

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AbleGamers Just Got a Win for the Disabled Gaming Community

The nonprofit just raised over $1 million. Donations came from big companies like Twitch—but most were smaller contributions from individual gamers.

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Google Is Getting Caught in the Global Antitrust Net

As more governments force US tech companies to change how they do business, one case in Turkey cuts to the heart of the search giant’s power.

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What Does a 120-Hz Refresh Rate Mean, Anyway?

We explain what you need to know about screen refresh rates for smartphones, TVs, and monitors.

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Everything Apple Announced Today: iPhones, iPads, Apple Watch

The company unveiled the iPhone 13—and a handful of other products—at a media event Tuesday.

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It’s a Good Day to Update All Your Devices. Trust Us

iOS, Windows, and Chrome all have zero-day vulnerabilities that hackers are going after. Now that the fixes are here, you need to install them asap.

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The iPhone 13 Wants to Shoot Your Next Feature Film

Apple's latest phones get minor but noteworthy upgrades, mostly in their video capture capabilities.

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The iPad Mini Is More Than Ever a Big-Ass iPhone

And—hallelujah—it has a USB-C port.

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Psychologists Are Learning What Religion Has Known for Years

Social scientists are researching what humans can do to improve their quality of life. Their findings echo what religious practices perfected centuries ago.

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Can a Game Get Young Players Interested in Holocaust History?

The Light in the Darkness, co-written by a researcher and Holocaust survivor, aims to educate a new generation—and inspire them to learn more.

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A Stanford Proposal Over AI's 'Foundations' Ignites Debate

A research paper that dubs some artificial intelligence models "foundational" is sparking a dispute over the future of the field.

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Watch Apple’s iPhone 13 Launch Event Right Here

The big show starts at 1 pm Eastern, 10 am Pacific.

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Greg LeMond and the Amazing Candy Colored Dream Bike

The Tour de France legend and anti-doping crusader is building an ultralight ebike that he hopes will be fun as hell to ride—and jumpstart a US carbon-fiber boom.

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Take Your Tunes Anywhere With Our Fave Bluetooth Speakers

These are our favorite portable speakers of all shapes and sizes, from clip-ons to a massive boom box.

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When You're Living in an Immaterial World, What's for Sale?

On influencers, symbolic analysts, and buying and selling in the age of turbo-capitalism.

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Why It’s So Hard to Predict Where the Pandemic Is Headed Next

Human behavior has changed along with the virus and public health measures to contain it. For modelers, it’s a curveball.

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‘Neurograins’ Could be the Next Brain-Computer Interfaces

Dozens of microchips scattered over the cortical surface might allow researchers to listen in on thousands of neurons at the same time.

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How to Make Podcasts Better for People With Hearing Loss

Here are some easy ways to make audio more accessible for everyone.

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What Is Zero Trust? It Depends What You Want to Hear

The cybersecurity world’s favorite catchphrase isn’t any one product or system, but a holistic approach to minimizing damage.

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A Stroke Study Reveals the Future of Human Augmentation

A successful clinical trial on stimulating the vagus nerve shows that it could change everything from medical treatment to Olympic training. Are we ready?

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How a Duck Learned to Say ‘You Bloody Fool’

Voice analysis of a 34-year-old recording proves that Ripper the musk duck “independently evolved” to mimic his human caretakers.

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Our Favorite Couches (and 1 Armchair) You Can Order Online

If being cooped up has made you rethink your furniture, these sofas might help refresh your space.

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How to Find the Hidden Files on Your Phone or Computer

You shouldn't mess with some of them—but there are others you should be aware of.

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How Computationally Complex Is a Single Neuron?

Scientists taught an artificial neural network to imitate a biological neuron. The result offers a new way to think about the complexity of brain cells.

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How Do Retroreflectors Give You Super Vision at Night?

The tiny optical devices turn up in lane markers, road signs, bike gear and even on the moon, helping us see under low-light conditions.

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How to Call Customer Service and Actually Get What You Want

These tips are your best shot when trying to resolve issues swiftly with minimal stress.

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Ways to Stay Sane and Relaxed During a Pandemic

We’ve rounded up a bunch of ideas to make your home a comfy refuge and ease your mind.

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A Flawed, Strange Covid-19 Origin Theory Is Gaining Traction

A spate of studies claim that the disease was circulating in Italy long before the pandemic—but they struggle to support the theory.

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Biggest DDoS Attack in History Hits Russian Tech Giant Yandex

Plus: A TrickBot hacker arrest, a Fortinet VPN password leak, and more of the week's top security news.

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How to Grab a Screenshot on Any Device

Learn how to capture your screen for posterity and share that crazy text or high score.

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LA Police Are Collecting Detainees' Social Media Information

According to new documents, officers ask people they stop for their Facebook and Twitter account details, and then feed the data into Palantir.

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A Third of Shark and Ray Species May Face Extinction

Overfishing, habitat loss, and climate change are driving species collectively known as chondrichthyan fishes toward a global crisis.

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These Apps Saved My Sanity (and Probably My Marriage)

Talking about tech at home is usually all about “smart” gear, but in this case, some simple programs made all the difference in my—and my family's—life.

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Elizabeth Holmes Is on Trial. Silicon Valley Is Watching

“I’m glad the ‘Fake it till you make it’ mantra of Silicon Valley is coming into question,” one investor told WIRED.

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The 18 Best Weekend Deals on Headphones, Games, and Sex Toys

Fall is around the corner. It's time to get into some cozy indoor activities.

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How to Watch Apple's iPhone 13 Launch Event

And what to expect when you tune in on Tuesday.

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Epic Leaves a Big Crack in Apple’s Walled Garden

A judge ordered significant changes to the App Store today, but the fight between Epic Games and Apple isn't over yet.

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Sweeping Mandates, New Vaccines Underway, and More News

Catch up on the most important updates from this week.

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The Green Knight Isn't for Everyone

David Lowery's new film puts a modern, surreal spin on a classic Arthurian tale.

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Twitch Sues Users Over Alleged ‘Hate Raids’ Against Streamers

The lawsuit accuses two anonymous users of “targeting black and LGBTQIA+ streamers with racist, homophobic, sexist and other harassing content” in violation of its terms of service.

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WhatsApp Fixes Its Biggest Encryption Loophole

The ubiquitous messaging service will add end-to-end encryption to backups, keeping your chats safe no matter whose cloud they're stored in.

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Can AI—and a Personal Assistant—Cure Burnout for Moms?

Plus: Nest's original vision, a vaccine-weary public, and catastrophic business as usual.

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Hate Razors? These Are the Best Shaving Alternatives

Shaving can cause razor burn and ingrown hairs. These products might be better for your skin—and your sanity.

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The Strangest Time for Nostalgia Is Now

The Matrix, President Clinton, Blue’s Clues, and what we lose when we live in the past.

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The Dark Asteroid Ryugu Finally Comes Into the Light

Using cameras aboard the Hayabusa2 spacecraft, Japanese scientists get a rare, close-up glimpse of a space rock’s structure.

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Bloons TD 6 Might Be the Best $5 I’ve Ever Spent

This addictive mobile game has entertained me for years, and I can’t get this monkey off my back.

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Vaccine Mandates and Boosters—What Does It All Mean?

This week, we talk about the latest public health directives from the White House.

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19 Face Masks We Actually Like to Wear

Read our updated tips on how to pick an effective mask—whether you’re heading back to the office or just want to stay safe and stylish.

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As Covid Cases Rise, So Do Hospital-Related Infections

A decade of work helped limit the spread of dangerous pathogens in medical settings. Overcrowding from Covid care is allowing infections to rise again.

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Tech Companies Wade Into Abortion Politics in Texas

In 2021, corporations are expected to take a stand on even the most divisive issues.

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California Passes Warehouse Worker Bill, Taking Aim at Amazon

For years, algorithms have driven workers to meet punishing quotas. A state bill trying to reinject humans into the workflow has cleared a big hurdle.

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Behind the Art and Atmosphere of Destiny

The game's art team reveals the "80 percent beautiful, but mysterious" ethos that has guided the franchise's evolution.

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Facebook Ray-Ban Camera Glasses: Price, Details, Release Date

The company has partnered with Ray-Ban to make a pair of video-capturing Wayfarers. They’re everything you hoped for and feared in smart glasses.

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The New Matrix Trailer Reclaims the Red Pill Narrative

It also looks awesome AF.

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The Best Sound Machines for a Blissful Night’s Sleep

Help the whole family catch some restful z’s with these devices that generate soothing background noise.

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The WIRED Guide to Self-Driving Cars

How a chaotic skunkworks race in the desert launched what's poised to be a runaway global industry.

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The Best Locks for Protecting Your Bike or Ebike

The only thing better than buying a new bicycle is keeping it. These are the best bike locks we’ve tested—and some advice for using them.

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Dolphins Eavesdrop on Each Other to Avoid Awkward Run-Ins

The new finding underscores the complexity of marine mammals’ social life and cognition. It may also help save the snoopy cetaceans.

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20 Years After 9/11, Surveillance Has Become a Way of Life

Constant tracking has compromised Americans’ sense of themselves. But we may be able to regain our freedom.

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9 PC Games You Can Play Forever

There's always something new to play, but these are our favorites when you're seeking something tried and true.

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Teeny-Tiny Talking Mice Have Taken Over Games

This year has been the biggest yet for Lilliputian board gaming. It’s much more than Redwall nostalgia.

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Rain Boots, Turning Tides, and the Search for a Missing Boy

Last year in Nova Scotia, after 3-year-old Dylan Ehler vanished, online sleuths descended on Facebook groups to help find him. Then they lost their way.

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ProtonMail Amends Its Policy After Giving Up Activist’s Data

The email service says it was unable to appeal a Swiss court’s demand to log the IP address of a French climate advocate.

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A Texas Abortion ‘Whistleblower’ Site Still Can't Find a Host

Even the most extreme internet infrastructure providers have turned their backs on the website for violating their terms of service.

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Everything You Need to Know About the Coronavirus

Here's all the WIRED coverage in one place, from how to keep your children entertained to how this outbreak is affecting the economy.

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What Apple Can Do Next to Fight Child Sexual Abuse

The fallout from the company's recent proposal has created a new opportunity to fix how it roots out abusive material across its devices.

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'The Artful Escape' Is Psychedelic Perfection

This joyous game is full of surprisingly deep messages about what it means to be authentic and to make impactful art.

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Whoop’s New Wearable Can Go on Your Wrist—or in Your Clothes

Your workout apparel just got a lot smarter.

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In Kenya, Influencers Are Hired to Spread Disinformation

It’s a lucrative gig for content creators, who can make $10 to $15 a day by smearing journalists and activists on social media.

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The 10 Best Portable Grills You Can Buy

We barbecued for weeks to find the right charcoal and propane grills for road trips—or just for smaller homes.

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This Workout Mirror Is a More Affordable Pick for Home Gyms

The Reflect smart mirror from Echelon Fitness offers a wide array of video workouts on a handsome reflective touchscreen.

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In the US, the AI Industry Risks Becoming Winner-Take-Most

A new study illustrates just how geographically concentrated AI activity has become.

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Better Data on Ivermectin Is Finally on Its Way

Studies have been small and often not great. The best info so far says don’t use it, get vaccinated, and hang in there for the more promising meds being tested.

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Amazon Fire Tablets And Kindles Are on Sale Right Now

Need a cheap slate or ebook reader? These prices are some of the best we've seen outside of Prime Day.

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El Salvador’s Bitcoin Gamble Is Off to a Rocky Start

Enthusiasm, fear, and light shows usher the country into the age of cryptocurrency.

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The Best High-Tech Socks to Tackle Your Next Run

Leave the cotton behind with technical fabrics and constructions that help you pile on the miles.

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Pigeons, Curves, and the Traveling Salesperson Problem

Mathematician Ian Stewart explains the twisty history of combinatorial optimization.

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Pharmacies Stepped Up During Covid—and Changed for Good

Pharmacies have long been perceived as commodities. Now, they’re a central tool for removing barriers to health care.

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In Red Dead Redemption, the Wild West Is a Refuge

Players in lockdown looked to Rockstar's open-world game to escape—and reconnect with their posses.

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Diamondback’s New Commuter Ebike Might Make You Ditch the Car

The off-road specialist debuts a mid-priced ebike built for the urban grid.

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3D Printing Helps Ultracold Quantum Experiments Go Small

Cutting-edge devices used for quantum experiments have been bulky, finicky, and confined to academic labs—so far.

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How to Make the Most of Online Courses to Boost Your Career

Whether you need new skills for a promotion or want a new job entirely, these options make it easy and—in many cases—free to learn something new.

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Why Tesla Is Designing Chips to Train Its Self-Driving Tech

Developing AI is costly and time-consuming. Custom silicon can give companies an edge.

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One Woman’s Mission to Rewrite Nazi History on Wikipedia

Ksenia Coffman’s fellow editors have called her a vandal and a McCarthyist. She just wants them to stop glorifying fascists—and start citing better sources.

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Tips for Learning to Type With One Hand

Whether it's a short-term injury or a long-term disability, some adjustments and the right gear can make it easier to use your computer.

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What Makes an Artist in the Age of Algorithms?

The Grammy-nominated composer BT spoke to WIRED about art as a form of big data—and his new composition that lives on the blockchain.

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What Medical Researchers Can Learn From the 'Yellow Berets'

A new study shows how the Vietnam War–era initiative shaped a generation of star physician-researchers—and offers lessons that can be applied today.

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Reach Easy With the 10 Best Messenger and Crossbody Bags

From everyday canvas sacks to rainstorm-ready sling packs, these one-strap wonders shoulder the burden.

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To Learn More Quickly, Brain Cells Break Their DNA

DNA double-strand breaks are associated with cancer and aging. A new study shows neurons can use them to quickly express genes related to learning and memory.

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How to Turn Your Favorite Web Apps Into Desktop Apps

Want to access Twitter and Google Chat in a single click? Here’s how to think outside the browser.

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BrakTooth Flaws Affect Billions of Bluetooth Devices

Plus: A spyware ban, a big WhatsApp fine, and more of the week's top security news.

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Step Away From Screens With the 16 Best Family Board Games

These sets will spruce things up when everyone in the house is tired of screens and all caught up on Ted Lasso.

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I’m a Lyft Driver. My Passengers Act Like I’m Part of the App

When riders come into my car, it’s as if the human behind the wheel disappears.

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The 6 Best Camping Stoves for Your Next Outdoor Adventure

We sautéed, boiled, and burned our food to find the best portable propane gas stoves.

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Biologists Unlock the Secrets of ‘Invisible’ Animals

From glasswing butterflies to vanishing octopuses, evolution sometimes paints with colors that aren’t there.

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Which Tablet Should You Get for Your Kids?

Kids and screens are a contentious subject. But if you’re going to get your kids a tablet, here are the ones you should buy and why.

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The 25 Best Labor Day Sales on Our Favorite Gear

Save on TVs, smart bulbs, running socks, and more WIRED-recommended products.

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Biomutant and Ratchet & Clank Epitomize the Gaming Budget Gap

Two games. Two foxlike creature-heroes. Vastly different outcomes.

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Covid Misinformation Protests, Pediatric Cases, and More News

Catch up on the most important updates from this week.

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