The Best USB Flash Drives for Ultra-Portable Storage

These WIRED-tested memory sticks are a virtual filing cabinet in your pocket.

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The Best Laptop Stands to Save Your Achin' Neck

Help your back and posture by raising your computer screen up to eye level.

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Video Games Inspire a Generation of Classical Music Fans

Game soundtracks are making waves in the classical community, and a new generation of composers and aficionados are starting to pay attention.

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LG's Gaming Soundbar Misses Where It Counts

I'd love a portable, desktop soundbar for headset-free chat while gaming. Just … not this one.

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These Philadelphians Created an App to Prevent Gun Violence

Two neighbors stepped up to use technology to protect their community, and now they're sharing how easy it is for others to do the same.

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Microsoft Surface Duo 2: A Bad Case for 2 Screens

Microsoft's book-phone displays flashes of brilliance, but delivers endless annoyance.

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The Metaverse Is Simply Big Tech, but Bigger

It’s a rebrand of Silicon Valley's increasing power and reach. And it’s made for companies, not people.

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Inside the Negotiations to Decide the Fate of Our Planet

At COP26 in Glasgow, negotiators can easily lose track of what day it is as they scramble to save us from climate chaos.

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The Cutest Way to Fight Climate Change? Send in the Otters

Saving California's adorable (and very hungry) sea otters helps control other species, leading to the growth of more carbon-sequestering vegetation.

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Parents Built a School App. Then the City Called the Cops

Stockholm’s official app was a disaster. So annoyed parents built their own open source version—ignoring warnings that it might be illegal.

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Google Staff Squirm as Remote Workers Face Pay Cuts

As more and more people switch to working from home, some are left counting the cost.

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EA Sports Might Lose ‘FIFA,’ and That’s Not So Bad

As the two sides negotiate over the price of the brand, “this is a time when you say goodbye to FIFA,” says one former EA exec.

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8 Early Black Friday TV Deals to Help You Cozy Up This Fall

From LG OLEDs to affordable TCL screens, a ton of our favorite models are steeply discounted.

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The Facebook Papers Must Be Shared With Outlets Globally

The news consortium exposing the company's worldwide abuses hasn’t included the journalists best equipped to report on them—those in the global south.

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Six-Word Sci-Fi: Stories Written by You

Here's this month's prompt, how to submit, and an illustrated archive of past favorites.

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Movies Need to Stop Using Historical Atrocities for Pathos

Marvel’s Eternals is just the latest genre film to clumsily use horrific real-world events in an attempt to elevate its narrative.

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The 16 Best Wireless Headphones for Everyone

Even if you’re on a budget, these wireless headphones sound like a million bucks.

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‘New Game+’ Is a Terrible Name but Offers a Great Advantage

Enabling the feature in Horizon Zero Dawn allows you to learn how to play it in a whole new way.

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Why Can’t People Teleport?

Set your phasers on stun, because we are going to beam you up on the physics of teleportation.

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The 6 Best Sunrise Alarms to Help You Rise and Shine

Dead tired of feeling like a zombie in the morning? Wake up more easily (and catch more Z's) with an artificial sun simulator.

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An Ethics Bounty System Could Help Clean Up the Web

Tech companies just need to adapt the bug bounty system they already use to detect vulnerabilities in code.

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As the Arctic Warms, AI Forecasts Scope Out Shifting Sea Ice

Global warming is making it harder to predict the movement and location of the ice cover, crucial information for fishing and global shipping.

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This Kindle Paperwhite is Almost Better Than the Pricey Oasis

With better battery life, faster charging, a bigger screen, and more storage, the newest Paperwhite is worth the upgrade.

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Of All the Video Game Remakes, Why Not SSX?

Twenty years after the game's initial release, SSX still has a passionate fan base longing for a revival.

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Our Favorite Digital Gift Ideas for Friends and Family

Forget the wrapping paper and shipping. Go digital this year with subscriptions, ebooks, apps, and more.

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The United Nations Could Finally Create New Rules for Space

The proposal to create a process for preventing military confrontations and misunderstandings in orbit would be the first major step in more than 40 years.

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Even as China Cracks Down on Tech, AI Companies Plan IPOs

SenseTime and Megvii both include facial recognition technology among their offerings and do a lot of business with government agencies.

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Facebook Drops Facial Recognition to Tag People in Photos

The social media company will delete data from images of more than 1 billion people.

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How a Squid Game Crypto Scam Got Away With Millions

On the front lines of the $SQUID “rug pull” that left investors in the lurch.

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How Social Media Can Give the Silent Generation a Voice

Sometimes the people least likely to engage with Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or Zoom are the people who can benefit from it the most.

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19 Face Masks We Actually Like to Wear

Our tips and picks to up your mask game—whether you’re heading back to the office or just want to stay safe and stylish.

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The Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Is the Comeback King

This wireless wonder proves B&W has resurrected its iconic Zeppelin speaker with aplomb.

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Climate-Driven Extinction Made Mammals' Teeth Less Weird

Fossils show how species diversity—and dental diversity—suddenly collapsed 30 million years ago, suggesting a link between climate, diet, and survival.

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To Make an Eco-Friendly EV Battery, Think From the Inside Out

Battery packs are designed to stuff a lot of energy into a small amount of space. Some think they should be built for recycling too.

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Cars Are Going Electric. What Happens to the Used Batteries?

Used electric vehicle batteries could be the Achilles' heel of the transportation revolution—or the gold mine that makes it real.

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These Companies Are Already Living in Zuckerberg’s Metaverse

The Meta dream envisages whole companies operating in a virtual world. Many made the switch years ago—with mixed results.

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How to Use iCloud+'s New Security Features

Apple's cloud storage service now comes with perks—and they're designed to improve your digital privacy and security.

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Chloé Zhao Upends the Marvel Formula With Eternals

Reimagined characters, practical effects, intimate storytelling—the Oscar-winning director wants to alter what fans see in comic book movies.

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Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Buy Apple’s Third-Gen AirPods

In the year 2021, there’s no reason to buy buds with no ear tips, no noise canceling, and mediocre battery life.

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These Batteries Can't Power a Car—but They Can Light a City

Entrepreneurs are devising innovative ways to reuse spent electric vehicle batteries. One promising idea is storing power from solar and wind farms.

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The 29 Best Early Black Friday Deals at Best Buy

Due to shipping delays, the retailer's holiday sale event is starting early this year. It will refund the difference if a product is cheaper during Black Friday.

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These Are the Gifts Teens Actually Want

Teenagers can be scary, but these adolescent-approved gifts are sweet.

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‘The Great Resignation’ Misses the Point

The phrase has come to describe record levels of job turnover. But it overlooks the bigger story: a radical rethinking of our relationship to work.

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7 Ways to Customize iOS 15’s Focus Mode for Work and Play

This new feature can help with more than just being productive. Use it to enjoy the moment in all kinds of activities.

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FitXR Is Gonna Make You Sweat (in the Metaverse)

The virtual reality workout app for Quest is a sweaty good time.

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Which Amazon Fire Tablet Is Best for You?

Whether you need a travel-friendly slate or something affordable for the kids, we tested every model to find the right one for everybody.

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The Race Is On to Develop a Vaccine Against Every Coronavirus

A “universal” shot would protect against every branch of Covid’s viral family tree—even future ones. But getting there won’t be easy.

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Merck’s Antiviral Could Be Just What Covid Was Waiting For

The pharmaceutical giant is making its oral antiviral drug widely available for all the world. But could Covid outsmart it?

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Stop Telling Kids They’ll Die From Climate Change

Many young people feel like their future is in peril. To make progress on climate change we must move past doomsday scenarios.

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This Group Pushed More AI in US Security—and Boosted Big Tech

The National Security Commission on AI included members from Oracle, Google, Microsoft, and Amazon. Some of its recommendations are already federal law.

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6 Ways to Fix Your Recruitment Problem

It’s time for companies to listen to candidates, understand the skills they actually need, and use technology when it helps.

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Black Friday Will Be Confusing (Again). Here Are Our Tips

The biggest sale day of the year has crept into an entire month of sales that ebb and flow. Here's how to make the most of it.

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The Demise of White House Market Will Shake Up the Dark Web

The popular marketplace’s closing leaves a big hole in the billion-dollar industry of illegal drugs, credit card and bank fraud, forged documents, and more.

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The Best Instant Cameras for Every Situation (and Budget)

Despite nearly dying off a decade ago, instant photo printing has come roaring back.

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Sharpen Your Kitchen Skills With These 7 Cookbooks

These titles emphasize technique and skill—and they're a strong foundation for the serious home chef's library.

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How to Recover Earlier Versions of Files

Want to resurrect that paragraph from a few drafts ago, or dredge up the doc you accidentally deleted? Here are your options.

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Neuron Bursts Can Mimic a Famous AI Learning Strategy

A new model of learning centers on blasts of neural activity that act as teaching signals—approximating an algorithm called backpropagation.

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How to Put a Vaccine Card on Your Phone

Is that proof of vaccination card too big to fit in your pocket? Stick it on your phone instead.

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Give Me My Hot Pink iPhone Already

I'm tired of minimalism and bland beige tones. Bring on the bright, bold, and weird.

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How to Talk to Children About Climate Change

Young people already know more than you might think. Here are some ways to approach the conversation, tailored for every age group.

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The SolarWinds Hackers Are Looking for Their Next Big Score

Plus: Gas station hacks in Iran, ransomware arrests in Europe, and more of the week's top security news.

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Breathe Easy—We Found the Best Air Purifiers

We tested standard and HEPA models to find the right one for your home.

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Tree Rings Show Modern Cyclones Are the Rainiest in Centuries

A study of trees, some over 300 years old, indicate that precipitation levels are up as much as 5 inches compared to the early 1700s.

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A Water Crisis Reveals You Can't Recycle in the Arctic

Fuel contamination forced the residents of Iqaluit to rely on bottled water—and now they're having a hard time getting rid of the plastic.

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The Best iPhone 13 Cases and Accessories

We tested MagSafe compatibility on everything from cases to wireless chargers.

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How Dead by Daylight Became the Ultimate Game for Horror Fans

Behaviour Interactive fleshed out a creepy cast of characters by negotiating rights to everything from Saw to Silent Hill.

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14 Great Deals on Robot Vacs, Oral Care Gadgets, and More

Practice self-care by keeping your life comfortable and tidy, and save money too.

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How Parents Can Deal With Climate Anxiety

Fears of ecological disaster are real, but it's especially hard on people raising children. Here's what parents should know, and where to turn for help.

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Join Us for This Year’s RE:WIRED Celebration

Jony Ive, Neal Stephenson, Timnit Gebru and more will discuss some of the biggest challenges facing humanity.

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Apple's New MacBook Pro Is a Notch Above the Rest

This creator-first machine is powerful, with the ports to prove it.

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Is Scream Even Creepier in the Era of Smart Gadgets?

In 1996, Ghostface scared people with a cell phone and a voice changer. The next monster has all new tech toys at their disposal.

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An Apparent Ransomware Hack Puts the NRA in a Bind

The group behind the reported attack is under sanctions from the US Treasury, which means a payout could come with penalties for the victim.

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It's Time to Bring Back Enemy Mine

Barry Longyear's novella was adapted into a lackluster film in 1985. It's due for a reboot.

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The Best Pizza Ovens to Make the Perfect Slice

In times of trouble, our nation turns to carbs. We picked our favorite portable ovens for backyards, countertops, or camping.

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The Best Accessories for Your New PlayStation 5

From backup controllers to full-on sound systems, here are our favorite complements to your PS5.

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A Deadly Microbe Mystery Leads to a Spray Sold at Walmart

A series of puzzling infections has been traced to the presence of a dangerous bacterium in an aromatherapy spray.

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Before Going Meta, Mark Zuckerberg Must Fix Facebook

Plus: The great Pamela McCorduck, the future of Apple products, and yet another crazy weather event.

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Everyone Needs Dune Memes This Week

As if the internet wasn’t spicy enough.

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Island Nations Unable to Attend UN Climate Talks May Vanish

Countries that will likely be destroyed by rising sea levels are at risk of having the smallest voice at a critical moment.

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Let’s Dive Into the Metaverse. Don’t Forget Your Goggles

This week, we discuss the company formerly known as Facebook’s vision for the VR-powered hyperreality of the future.

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17 Holiday Gifts for Your Stressed Best Friend

Relaxing means something different to everyone. From meditation tools to silky robes, these ideas are sure to please.

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Oh, This Game Set in Latin America Has a Coup? How Original

From '80s arcade titles to Far Cry 6, video games have rehashed the same stereotypes of regimes and corruption.

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The Apple Watch Series 7 Isn’t a Huge Upgrade, but That’s OK

This new iterative smartwatch focuses on biking, and the battery life still stinks.

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New England’s Moose Are Losing the Fight Against Winter Ticks

Climate change has given a tiny parasite a new advantage over the mighty beasts.

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Stripe Discriminates Against Witches

Payment processing companies decide who is empowered to buy and sell online—and their policies show a gross misunderstanding of metaphysical practitioners.

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Look Over Here, Kids, It’s the Metaverse

Facebook’s vision for the future of computing comes with some shiny new branding.

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Facebook’s Name Change Goes Meta

Mark Zuckerberg would like you to call his troubled company something else now.

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Jupiter's Great Red Spot Extends Deep into the Gas Giant

Scientists used NASA’s Juno spacecraft to probe the massive storm, finding that it’s not as shallow as previously thought.

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California Condors Are Capable of Asexual Reproduction

A new study shows that two captive birds had only maternal DNA and survived early development—a first for the critically endangered species.

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Yoko Taro Foresees the End of Video Games As We Know Them

The mind behind iconic titles like Nier: Automata and Drakengard tells WIRED about his inspirations—and how AI plays a role in the future of game design.

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The Genius Behind the Best Metaverse Twitter Thread

Kathryn Yu’s homework is the best thing you’ll read this week.

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Which Google Pixel Phone (and Gear) Should You Buy?

Here's a guide to all the models—plus case recommendations and hidden software tricks to try.

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9 Free Streaming Services to Save You From Subscription Hell

You may not have heard of Tubi, Pluto TV, or Kanopy—but they’re the perfect cure for subscriber fatigue.

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This Program Can Give AI a Sense of Ethics—Sometimes

Researchers trained an algorithm to answer questions about human values. Some of the responses are troubling.

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Climate Stress Was Getting Me Down, So I Made a Clicker Game

In the game, you start as a lowly atmospheric scientist and you have to click “write grant” and wait.

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MacOS Monterey Is Here. These Are the Top New Features

We break down how to install the latest version of Apple’s desktop operating system, including some perks that will only work on M1-powered Macs.

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8 Great Deals on Wireless Earbuds, Smartwatches, and More

Squeeze in some outdoor workouts with a nice pair of buds and a wearable to follow your metrics.

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The Pixel 6 Chip’s Best Upgrade Isn’t Speed. It’s Security

Google’s new flagship smartphone is its most secure yet, thanks to a little vertical integration.

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A Strange Radio Signal Was Just From Earth, Not Aliens

Astronomers with the Breakthrough Listen project scan the sky for signs of extraterrestrial life, but a promising lead turned out to be a false alarm.

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Blind People Have Won the Right to Break Ebook DRM—for Now

Advocates will once again be granted a DMCA exception to make accessible versions of texts. They argue that it's far past time to make it permanent.

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