PlayStation Plus Is Changing. Here's What You Need to Know

The new program, still called PlayStation Plus, will absorb PlayStation Now and gain new tiers with new features.

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Europe Has Traded Away Its Online Porn Law

The landmark Digital Services Act has a glaring omission: It ditches plans to tighten rules that could have protected survivors of revenge porn and other forms of sexual abuse.

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Russia Is Being Hacked at an Unprecedented Scale

From “IT Army” DDoS attacks to custom malware, the country has become a target like never before.

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Meet the People Illustrating the Brutality of War in Ukraine

Six artists share what it’s like to keep working during Russia’s ongoing attack.

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When the Next Covid Wave Breaks, the US Won’t Be Able to Spot It

Lab programs are closing. Home testing has shrunk the pool of publicly reported data. Will we still see the next surge before it arrives?

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Perk Up With Our 8 Favorite Latte and Cappuccino Makers

Tired of plain espresso and pour-overs? Turn your kitchen into a café with these barista-worthy makers.

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Broken EV Chargers Could Stall the Electric Car Movement

Range anxiety is bad enough. But even when they find a station, drivers often have to deal with broken equipment.

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NASA's Psyche Spacecraft Heads to Cape Canaveral

This August, following tests at the launch site, the probe will voyage to the middle of the solar system to do the first detailed study of a mostly metal asteroid.

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28 Mother's Day Gift Ideas for the Mom You've Been Missing

From hair tools and loungewear to smartphone accessories, we have a fit for every type of mom.

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Welcome to Janelle Monáe’s Dreamworld

In her new science fiction book ‘The Memory Librarian,’ the artist and Afrofuturist icon creates an apocalyptic—and hopeful—vision of the future.

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Ukraine War Prompts Europe's New Emergency Rules for the Internet

The Digital Services Act has granted the European Commission unprecedented power over tech companies in times of war.

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The US Saw a Spike in Child Sexual Abuse URLs in 2021

CSAM hosting in the United States rose 64 percent last year, putting the country second in the world, a new report found.

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Which Amazon Echo or Alexa Speaker Is Best for You?

We’ve rounded up our favorites, including third-party devices like the Sonos Roam and a voice-enabled Yamaha soundbar.

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Ford's Mustang Mach-E Is a Fine Electric Ride

We took Ford's questionably named but competent SUEV out for a gallop. Here's what we liked—and what we didn't.

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Do I Really Need to Back Up All My Data?

WIRED’s spiritual advice columnist on external hard drives and the value of digitized memories.

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The Intoxicating Pleasure of Conspiratorial Thinking

What a remorseful January 6 insurrectionist taught me about why we believe.

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What Is the Metaverse, Exactly?

Everything you never wanted to know about the future of talking about the future.

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Extreme Heat Is a Disease for Cities. Treat It That Way

The “urban heat island effect” creates extra-hot temperatures that kill. But cities can prescribe powerful treatments, like green spaces and reflective roofs.

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Polk’s New Soundbar Will Surprise You With How Good It Sounds

This Dolby Atmos-enabled bar includes a wireless subwoofer and is the audio upgrade you’re looking for—at a reasonable price.

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Mitochondria Double as Tiny Lenses in the Eye

Mitochondrial bundles in the retina may improve how efficiently your eye captures light.

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A Woman's Guide to the Most Toxic Trolls on the Internet

If there’s one thing a woman can count on, it’s getting harassing messages online. Here’s a taxonomy of the creatures on the other end of them.

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The Best Fitness Trackers and Watches for Everyone

Whether you’re skiing in the backcountry or trampolining in the backyard, we have an activity tracker for you.

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How to Make Sure You Can Recover Your iCloud Data

Put some precautions in place, just in case you need them later. These steps will make it easier to get your data back if something bad happens.

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The Best Coffee Subscriptions We’ve Savored

These services deliver freshly roasted, delicious coffee right to your door—each with its own twist.

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How Prescribed Burns Can Help Restore Eastern US Forests

A movement is growing to reintroduce controlled burns to forests and grasslands, bringing back the role of fire in creating biodiverse landscapes.

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Give Autel's Evo Lite+ Drone a Spin—Especially in Ludicrous Mode

Autel’s new Evo Lite+ has a night mode and great flight time, and it’s a compelling alternative to DJI’s most popular drones.

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I Played Halo With My Spouse 17 Years After We Almost Broke Up Over It

I wasn't ready for it 17 years ago, when my then boyfriend and I nearly broke up over it. But now I can play until I throw up.

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15 Great Deals on Bluetooth Speakers, Earbuds, and Outdoor Gear

The weather’s warming up. Kick-start your outdoor activities with these discounts.

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The Best Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products for Your Home

Next time you stock up on supplies, consider these green cleaning alternatives.

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Shanghai’s Plan to Reboot the Tech Supply Chain Will Be Hard

The government wants to restart production and shipping to meet global demand, but some people may trade a lockdown at home to being locked inside factories.

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Making Science More Open Is a Potential Security Risk

The open science movement pushes for making scientific knowledge quickly accessible to all. But a new paper warns that speed can come at a cost.

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The Northman Deserves More Than Cult Classic Status

Director Robert Eggers' new movie has an opportunity to prove an artful viking epic can battle the summer superheroes.

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'Vampire Energy' Is Sucking the Life Out of Our Planet

This Earth Day, it's time to tackle a sneaky source of waste that drains wallets and accelerates climate change.

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What Would Elon’s Twitter Takeover Look Like?

This week, we discuss Elon Musk’s bid to buy the platform, and we debate whether an edit button would be a sensible addition.

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Modern Medicine Fails People With Chronic Pain

The rigid health care system in the US often leaves pain patients worse off. It's time for clinicians to recenter respect and compassion.

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The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent Celebrates Cinema Itself

It may seem like just a weird comedy about Nicolas Cage. But it's so much more than that.

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Drones Have Transformed Blood Delivery in Rwanda

The autonomous aircraft have shuttled blood to rural, mountainous areas for years. A new analysis proves they’re faster than driving.

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Some of Our Favorite Affordable Ebikes Are on Sale

The electric bike that everyone I know has purchased is now a couple hundred dollars off.

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What Can Be Done About the Global Housing Crisis? Plenty

The lack of homes in major cities is endemic, but solutions exist—providing countries can muster the political capital.

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17 Face Masks We Actually Like to Wear

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

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You Should Always Question the Default Settings

From apps to websites, companies steer users into the preferences and account settings that serve them. You can do better.

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Smart Home Company Insteon Shut Down—and Left Users in the Dark

The connected-lighting startup apparently shuttered without warning its users, throwing into question the concept of handing your house’s controls to an IoT firm.

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It Was a Good Month for Fighting Cybercrime—Don't Get Comfortable

Even as police and tech companies get better at shutting down illegal operations, cybercrime is worse than ever.

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We’re All Going to the World’s Fair Is a Meditative Creepypasta

Horror and boredom mingle in director Jane Schoenbrun’s new film about a girl obsessed with an online role-playing game.

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Scientists Want to Probe Uranus With a New Spacecraft

In an influential report that comes out once a decade, researchers propose a space mission to Uranus and a lander to Saturn’s moon, Enceladus.

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Our Favorite Products Made of Upcycled and Recycled Materials

Tread lightly on the planet with shoes made from repurposed plastic, and many other Earth-friendly picks.

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The End of Astronauts—and the Rise of Robots

Human space travel has captured the global imagination, but robots may be a better, cheaper, and safer option.

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Breville's New Multicooker Delivers Consistent, Tasty Results

The kitchen tech giant's new multicooker entry is a solid update on the original.

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The Activist Legacy of the IBM Black Workers Alliance

As a tech worker turned tech organizer, I believed the current wave of activism was the first. Then I realized I was part of an important lineage.

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Battle Kitty Stretches the Limits of Netflix’s Interactive Tech

The animated kids series plays like a video game—and demonstrates the potential of interactive shows.

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Hospital Robots Are Helping Combat a Wave of Nurse Burnout

Moxi and other delivery-focused assistants have become even more critical as the Covid-19 pandemic has pushed health care workers to their limits.

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The Surprising Climate Cost of the Humblest Battery Material

Graphite is made in blazing-hot furnaces powered by dirty energy. Until recently, there has been no good tally of the carbon emissions.

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The End of Alcohol

Glamorous influencers are blending science and superstition to help people “change their relationship to drinking.” Did I miss out by getting sober the old-fashioned way?

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The Best Mobile Controllers for Gaming on the Go

Touchscreens don’t always get the job done. Try one of these WIRED-tested smartphone controllers for your iPhone or Android instead.

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Crypto Is Poised to Reshape Taxes—and Cities

Tokens like CityCoins could turn taxes into another investment vehicle, for better or worse.

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The Artful, Subdued Translations of Modern Pop

Young artists like Latto, Vince Staples, and Doechii are subtly persuading listeners to rethink the way music genres can be interpreted.

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A Brutal Wave of Bird Flu Spotlights the Need for a Poultry Vaccine

More than 27 million birds have died or been slaughtered, and wild birds are dying too. Without a shot, farmers have to rely on vigilance and culling their flocks.

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Beginner Golfers Should Give These Inexpensive Clubs a Swing

Even if you're an intermediate golfer, Stix clubs might be your best fit. They’re a good value, they look sharp, and they can improve your distance.

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For mRNA, Covid Vaccines Are Just the Beginning

With clinical vaccine trials for everything from HIV to Zika, messenger RNA could transform medicine—or widen health care inequalities.

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The Future of the Web Is Marketing Copy Generated by Algorithms

The killer app for GPT-3 could help marketers lure clicks and game Google rankings.

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11 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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A Newly Measured Particle Could Break Known Physics

A new analysis of W bosons suggests these particles are significantly heavier than predicted by the standard model of particle physics.

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How to Give macOS Quick Look New Powers

This simple utility is one of the Mac's best tools. Here's how to use it to preview code, peek into archives, and more.

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How to Limit Who Can Contact You on Instagram

It’s your account—you decide who’s allowed to see your vacation photos or slide into your DMs.

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How to Change Your Browser in Windows 11 (Hint: It’s Not Easy)

Want to switch to Chrome or Firefox? Not so fast, my friend.

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To Resurrect Jordan’s Lost Forests, People Plant Tiny Urban Ones

Environmentalists see small reforestation pilot sites around the capital of Amman as a first step to a greener future.

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You—Yes, You!—Would Be a Better Owner for Twitter Than Elon Musk

The platform’s essential infrastructure should be controlled by a user-owned democracy.

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14 Great Deals on TVs, Audio Gear, and Smartwatches

Treat your eyeballs and eardrums with this weekend's discounts.

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BeReal Basics: How to Use the 'Unfiltered' Social Media App

Post within the two-minute window to share off-the-cuff photos with your friends—and the world.

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Wirelessly Whip Your Cream With This Battery-Powered Hand Mixer

Cuisinart gives the venerable plug-in kitchen gadget a cordless update.

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New Tools for Taking Control of Your Web Browsing

This week, we learn about the new browser from DuckDuckGo and share some of our web privacy tips.

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The Rise of Brand-New Secondhand EVs

The global chip shortage has triggered a surge in demand for prized, pricey used electric vehicles. It's only just beginning.

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What Actually Happens If You Shoot a Ball at a Newton’s Cradle?

In a recent video, the Slo Mo Guys fired at the clicky-clacky desk toy with a superhigh-speed ball. It looks pretty cool—and the physics are even cooler.

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How to Set Up Multiple Monitors at Your Desk

Immerse yourself with a dual- or triple-screen setup, whether you're on Windows or Mac.

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Space Command’s Lt. Gen John Shaw Says Space Is 'Under Threat'

In an exclusive interview, the military branch’s second in command talks about junk in orbit, cyberattacks, satellite vulnerabilities, and Russia's war in Ukraine.

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Samsung's Galaxy A53 5G Gets the Job Done on a Budget

This $450 Android phone isn't the best for the money, but it comes darn close.

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Our Favorite Umbrellas Will Help You Ride Out the Rain

These picks will protect you from the showers, withstand the wind, and hold up for the long haul.

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Time Got So Much Weirder. The World Needs a New Lexicon

Our days aren’t ruled by the sundial or the pendulum clock anymore. They’re measured in binges and darkmodes.

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15 Good N95, KF94, and KN95 Face Masks to Buy Right Now

Here are the best disposable coverings we’ve tested and researched—and where you can find them.

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​​Oceans Aren’t Just Warming—Their Soundscapes Are Transforming

Humans are polluting the seas with sound, while warming waters change how noise propagates. What does that mean for whales and other animals?

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Why You Should Think Twice Before Sharing a Covid Diagnosis

At this point, many people wouldn't hesitate to say they've contracted the virus. This social norm has unsettling ramifications for medical privacy.

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NextSense Wants to Get in Your Ears and Watch Your Brain

Born from Alphabet's "moon shot" division, the startup aims to sell earbuds that can collect heaps of neural data—and uncover the mysteries of gray matter.

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How to Use Block Scheduling to Revamp Your Workflow

This simple productivity system helps organize the chaos of work and life—and it uses tools you probably already have.

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The Concrete Jungle Is Turning Green Again

Economic growth is often tied to environmental decline, but some cities are proving that doesn't have to be the case.

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Spotty Cell Service at Home? Try This Signal-Boosting Gadget

SureCall’s wall-mounted system is designed to improve the strength and quality of phone calls and pump up mobile data speeds.

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The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 Still Rocks, But Power Comes at a Cost

The G14 debuted as an affordable, powerful gaming laptop contender. The new version still has plenty to love, apart from a declining value proposition.

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Russia Is Leaking Data Like a Sieve

Ukraine claims to have doxed Russian troops and spies, while hacktivists are regularly leaking private information from Russian organizations.

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Biofuels Are Getting a Second Look—and Some Tough Questions

Bioethanol has been touted as a green way to cut reliance on Russian oil. But new modeling suggests it isn't the climate solution.

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Tunic Is the Game of the Year That No One’s Talking About

Let’s not be too hasty to crown Elden Ring. This Zelda-inspired indie title is a worthy front-runner.

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The Great Paradox of Cryptocurrency

WIRED’s editor in chief shares thoughts on crypto scammers, the future of Russia’s internet, and more from the next issue.

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The Firewalla Purple Helps Control and Secure Your Home Network

This pocket-sized gigabit firewall can protect you from malware, ads, and snoopers.

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She Was Missing a Chunk of Her Brain. It Didn’t Matter

A woman grew up without her left temporal lobe, which highlights how amazingly plastic the brain is.

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A Farmer’s Quest to Beat California’s Waves of Drought and Deluge

Don Cameron went all in on a trickle-down survival tactic. It could help save America’s agricultural heartland—even if he doesn’t survive the new water war.

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The Best Espresso Machines for the Home Barista

Turning your kitchen into a café is a great way to learn (or hone) the art of making the perfect shot.

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The Tricky Aftermath of Source Code Leaks

Lapsus$ hackers leaked Microsoft’s Bing and Cortana source code. How bad is that, really?

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Want a Battery That Lasts? Play Hot and Cold

Researchers have designed a molten salt battery that turns solid at room temperature, trapping the energy inside.

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The Race to Save Social Posts That May Prove Russian War Crimes

Painstaking new techniques for archiving social media posts could provide crucial evidence in future prosecutions.

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How Apple’s Monster M1 Ultra Chip Keeps Moore’s Law Alive

By combining two processors into one, the company has squeezed a surprising amount of performance out of silicon.

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The Metaverse Could Radically Reshape Fashion

Garments that dissolve in water, change color, or sprout wings could thrive in Web3—and inspire a new era of design IRL.

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HyperX’s Gaming Headset Has Magical Battery Life I Can’t Explain

The Cloud Alpha Wireless boasts 300 hours of run time, and they sound and feel great too.

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