Brazil's Far Right Plots Its Own January 6

Extreme content is spreading rapidly on social networks in Brazil, sparking fears of a violent uprising.

from Wired https://ift.tt/fNUlzx9
via Gabe's Musing's

The Secret Microscope That Sparked a Scientific Revolution

How a Dutch fabric seller made the most powerful magnifying lens of his time—and of the next 150 years—and became the first person ever to see a microorganism.

from Wired https://ift.tt/zItV0Fa
via Gabe's Musing's

A Sprawling Bot Network Used Fake Porn to Fool Facebook

An orchestrated attack went after an independent news website and harvested swathes of Facebook user data. And nobody can stop it.

from Wired https://ift.tt/vqxtmgD
via Gabe's Musing's

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.

from Wired https://ift.tt/P3h7Vin
via Gabe's Musing's

I Like This Cordless Vacuum More Than Most Stick Vacs

Cleaning sucks. The Lupe Pure makes it a little easier and has replaceable parts in case they ever break.

from Wired https://ift.tt/yDFShgM
via Gabe's Musing's

Viruses to Fight Superbugs? Scientists Are Working on It

Phages may help fight drug-resistant infections—but finding the right ones for each bacterium is no mean feat.

from Wired https://ift.tt/9NTc4Iu
via Gabe's Musing's

This Vote Could Change the Course of Internet History

UN countries are preparing to pick a new head of the International Telecommunications Union. Who wins could shape the open web's future.

from Wired https://ift.tt/OAb1yl4
via Gabe's Musing's

This Company Says It’s One Step Closer to an Invisibility Cloak

Vollebak believes its thermal camouflage jacket with graphene proves that invisibility could happen in the future.

from Wired https://ift.tt/YuLlqF4
via Gabe's Musing's

Not All Bots Are Bad, and Twitter Knows It

Automated accounts are the target of ire and the linchpin of Elon Musk’s attempt to break his deal with the platform. But some are benign—or even helpful.

from Wired https://ift.tt/a36u1zp
via Gabe's Musing's

Growing Old Online

Millennials, the first generation to be online as kids, are starting to feel like we’ve aged out.  Is there a way to age gracefully on the internet?

from Wired https://ift.tt/bC2VjBM
via Gabe's Musing's

How to Switch iPhones Without Losing a Thing

Everything you need to know to successfully transfer your contacts, music, photos, and apps from one iOS device to another.

from Wired https://ift.tt/eiIXGjx
via Gabe's Musing's

VPN Providers Flee India as a New Data Law Takes Hold

Many companies have pulled physical servers from the country as a mandate to collect customer data goes into effect.

from Wired https://ift.tt/nptIzDO
via Gabe's Musing's

Our Favorite Outdoor Security Cams for Your Home or Business

These weatherproof devices can keep a watchful eye on your property and let you get on with life.

from Wired https://ift.tt/nLepZm3
via Gabe's Musing's

The Latest Kitty Litter Robot Is Smarter, Quieter—and Pricier

You might not be scooping poop anymore, but Whisker's app can still give you vital information on your cat's health.

from Wired https://ift.tt/PgphSNL
via Gabe's Musing's

Why Adam Levine's Cringe DMs Are Perfect for the Meme Machine

The Maroon 5 frontman’s alleged Instagram messages are taking on a life of their own.

from Wired https://ift.tt/skFxuBr
via Gabe's Musing's

Twitch's Crypto Casino Ban Ignores the Bigger Play

The company is going after cryptocurrency gambling—but will that be enough to satisfy concerned streamers?

from Wired https://ift.tt/SroJTO1
via Gabe's Musing's

Iran’s Internet Shutdown Hides a Deadly Crackdown

Amid protests against the killing of Mahsa Amini, authorities have cut off mobile internet, WhatsApp, and Instagram. The death toll continues to rise.

from Wired https://ift.tt/ADByCKa
via Gabe's Musing's

These Are the Best Portable Storage Drives

Need an ultrafast drive for video editing or a rugged option to back up your photos in the field? We’ve got a solution for every situation.

from Wired https://ift.tt/1Oc2IYS
via Gabe's Musing's

Bogus Fears of Censorship Could Spell the End of Content Moderation

Plus: The Supreme Court in cyberspace, what’s up with Web3, and ghost town resurrections.

from Wired https://ift.tt/DT1oKQg
via Gabe's Musing's

The Elk Live Bridge Lets You Jam Together Online

Plug in this bright yellow audio interface, and you can play live music with anyone within 620 miles.

from Wired https://ift.tt/uXPDvlo
via Gabe's Musing's

32 of the Best Shows on Disney+ Right Now

Looking for something to watch? Here are the best shows on Disney’s streaming service.

from Wired https://ift.tt/ZGXu02T
via Gabe's Musing's

The Next Silicon Valley Will Be in the US Heartland

Steve Case, founder of AOL, predicts the dominance of tech companies on the coasts will give way to a flourishing of startups from smaller cities.

from Wired https://ift.tt/v6Ow0aR
via Gabe's Musing's

Power Up Anywhere With Our Favorite Portable Chargers

Keep your phone, tablet, laptop, and other electronics running with these handheld power banks.

from Wired https://ift.tt/ubCZP2f
via Gabe's Musing's

Apple Made the Right Upgrades in the New AirPods Pro

This is a good example of how you make already-great wireless earbuds even better.

from Wired https://ift.tt/VUfvD7W
via Gabe's Musing's

There’s New Proof Crispr Can Edit Genes Inside Human Bodies

The technique had largely been limited to editing patients’ cells in the lab. New research shows promise for treating diseases more directly.

from Wired https://ift.tt/ck8Igit
via Gabe's Musing's

The US and EU are Teaming Up to Contain Big Tech

The EU’s chief antitrust enforcer Margrethe Vestager says that US tech companies are changing their behavior as global regulators question their dominance.

from Wired https://ift.tt/wDtyUCq
via Gabe's Musing's

The Best Video Game Deals This September

Games for every console, plus DLC and freebies—all in one spot.

from Wired https://ift.tt/caHieph
via Gabe's Musing's

California Voted for Cheaper Uber Rides. It May Have Hurt Drivers

Uber and Lyft spent millions promoting a controversial ballot measure. A new study suggests it has lowered driver wages.

from Wired https://ift.tt/qumvXFa
via Gabe's Musing's

The Best Car Phone Mounts and Accessories

These mobile accessories will make your smartphone a better—and safer—road trip companion.

from Wired https://ift.tt/WZ4lpQ2
via Gabe's Musing's

A Steam Deck Reignited My Love for Homebrew PCs

Yes, I got Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PlayStation Remote Play working on my Steam Deck.

from Wired https://ift.tt/jvVSOkz
via Gabe's Musing's

Splatoon 3 Takes Shooting Games a Little Less Seriously

Nintendo’s latest in its paint-powered “squid game" franchise is just as fun and colorful as before, and is also a refreshing breath of fresh air.

from Wired https://ift.tt/XCN6yH9
via Gabe's Musing's

This Dangerous Meme in US Politics Is Over a Century Old

Many associate the ‘America First’ movement with Trump, but its origins—and rebirth—are more complicated.

from Wired https://ift.tt/YU5rbLh
via Gabe's Musing's

Shadowy Russian Cell Phone Companies Are Cropping Up in Ukraine

But as Ukrainians retake ground, some of the firms are erasing their online presence.

from Wired https://ift.tt/mER48kM
via Gabe's Musing's

The Fungus That Killed Frogs—and Led to a Surge in Malaria

A global fungal pandemic wiped out amphibians, destroyed biodiversity, and ultimately increased human illness. Now a second similar pathogen is on the way.

from Wired https://ift.tt/OHZzSUg
via Gabe's Musing's

Telegram Has a Serious Doxing Problem

The encrypted messaging app is a haven for politically motivated vitriol, but users are increasingly bringing threats to targets’ doorsteps.

from Wired https://ift.tt/25lCz38
via Gabe's Musing's

25 Great Wireless Chargers to Refuel Your Phone (or Watch)

Stop fumbling for cables in the dark. These WIRED-tested stands and pads will take the hassle out of recharging your iPhone or Android phone.

from Wired https://ift.tt/cDqtKr1
via Gabe's Musing's

Games, Mysteries, and the Lure of QAnon

What do puzzles, video games, and conspiracy theories have in common?

from Wired https://ift.tt/O78lwjv
via Gabe's Musing's

What Happens to Everything With Queen Elizabeth II’s Image?

From stamps and cash to passports and postboxes, the minting of the United Kingdom’s new royal iconography will take years.

from Wired https://ift.tt/XVOW6uK
via Gabe's Musing's

YouTube’s ‘Dislike’ Button Doesn’t Do What You Think

Users try to control the video platform’s algorithm by giving content a thumbs-down, but Mozilla researchers say it’s not so simple.

from Wired https://ift.tt/jnP0eht
via Gabe's Musing's

Our Favorite Xero Barefoot Shoes Are on Sale Right Now

Snag a pair of zero-drop, minimalist shoes and rediscover the ground beneath your feet.

from Wired https://ift.tt/tagQ3TC
via Gabe's Musing's

The Best Budget Phone Plans to Ditch the Big Carriers

Don’t overpay for Verizon, T-Mobile, or AT&T. It might make sense for you to go with one of these smaller providers instead.

from Wired https://ift.tt/NTZDe85
via Gabe's Musing's

Feel the Magic Touch With Our Favorite Touchscreen Laptops

These 2-in-1 computers ditch the clamshell style for 360-degree hinges and detachable keyboards.

from Wired https://ift.tt/p43y9z1
via Gabe's Musing's

To Understand Brain Disorders, Consider the Astrocyte

Neurons get a lot of attention—but researchers think this star-shaped brain cell type could hold the key to treating some disorders.

from Wired https://ift.tt/UWRHSVX
via Gabe's Musing's

Acer Nitro 5 Is Our Top Pick for Laptop Gamers on a Budget

Finding a portable PC with enough gaming power at a reasonable price can be tough. This low-cost machine fits the bill.

from Wired https://ift.tt/cPZvjXY
via Gabe's Musing's

The Best MagSafe Accessories for Your New iPhone

Load up your iPhone 14, iPhone 13, or iPhone 12 with a magnetic bike mount, tripod, wallet, or power bank.

from Wired https://ift.tt/MdIQxUR
via Gabe's Musing's

The Best Sex Toys for Every Body

These are our favorite gender-inclusive vibrators, wand massagers, and sleeves to give you and your partner(s) a helping hand.

from Wired https://ift.tt/JwGcYpd
via Gabe's Musing's

Epigenetic ‘Clocks’ Predict Animals’ True Biological Age

A statistical analysis of chemical tags on DNA may help unify disparate theories of aging.

from Wired https://ift.tt/1oxayVI
via Gabe's Musing's

Android’s New Notification Feature Is a Decade Overdue

In Android 13, apps have to ask permission before they send any kind of alerts. Finally.

from Wired https://ift.tt/NqcIZlM
via Gabe's Musing's

US Border Agents May Have a Copy of Your Text Messages

Plus: An AI artist exposes surveillance of Instagram users, the US charges Iranians over a ransomware campaign, and more.

from Wired https://ift.tt/aqmWSBy
via Gabe's Musing's

The Colorado River Is Dying. Can Its Aquatic Dinosaurs Be Saved?

The razorback sucker has survived in the river for more than 3 million years. Climate change could end that.

from Wired https://ift.tt/rqvyJ4o
via Gabe's Musing's

The Haikubox Brings High-Tech Birding to the Masses

This AI-enabled device can identify the species around your home by their songs and alert you when new ones arrive.

from Wired https://ift.tt/5TnFCh4
via Gabe's Musing's

The Best iPhone 14 Cases and Accessories

Slap on some protection and grab a charger for your very expensive investment.

from Wired https://ift.tt/qt0fxAU
via Gabe's Musing's

The Uber Hack’s Devastation Is Just Starting to Reveal Itself

An alleged teen hacker claims to have gained deep access to the company’s systems, but the full picture of the breach is still coming into focus.

from Wired https://ift.tt/gdIPCf7
via Gabe's Musing's

Neal Stephenson Named the Metaverse. Now, He’s Building It

Plus: Depicting the nerd mindset; the best lettuce; and the future is flooding.

from Wired https://ift.tt/HYLMtGK
via Gabe's Musing's

Which iPhone Should You Buy (or Avoid) Right Now?

Apple has several models in its lineup, from the iPhone SE to the iPhone 14. We break them all down.

from Wired https://ift.tt/J6Nonle
via Gabe's Musing's

The World Has Reached Peak Attenborough

The British documentarian is a national treasure. But soaring strings and stunning drone shots feel frozen in an earlier era of climate activism.

from Wired https://ift.tt/Py1NTYS
via Gabe's Musing's

Banning Gas Cars Is Good, but It’ll Take More to Save the Planet

People must both drive less and switch to electric vehicles to reduce carbon emissions enough to avoid the worst effects of climate change.

from Wired https://ift.tt/BmcKQsA
via Gabe's Musing's

How a ‘Living Drug’ Could Treat Autoimmune Disease

CAR-T therapy has been successful at treating cancer. Now, it’s driven lupus into remission in a handful of patients.

from Wired https://ift.tt/jZnAXED
via Gabe's Musing's

Death Cab for Cutie's Geotagged Single Is a Trip Down Memory Lane

“Rand McNally” can only be accessed digitally at the more than 800 venues where the band has played.

from Wired https://ift.tt/Kl7rALc
via Gabe's Musing's

The Best iPhone 14 Deals—and Which Model Is Best for You

Apple has four new handsets, from the iPhone 14 Plus to the iPhone 14 Pro Max. We break them down.

from Wired https://ift.tt/kj0VXfr
via Gabe's Musing's

NASA’s Perseverance Rover Digs Up Organic Molecules on Mars

These are tantalizing hints that microbes might have lived on Mars billions of years ago, but scientists need to study the rocks back on Earth to be sure.

from Wired https://ift.tt/FXGLDgS
via Gabe's Musing's

Satellite Data Shows How Russia Has Destroyed Ukrainian Grain

The Russian blockade and bombardments are cutting off thousands of tons of grain, threatening the food supply in countries that rely on wheat exports.

from Wired https://ift.tt/OMAWXZV
via Gabe's Musing's

Monkeypox Cases in the US Are Falling. No One Knows Why

Are the vaccines working, are people changing their social behavior, is the virus burning itself out—and how will we know?

from Wired https://ift.tt/v6HZP5K
via Gabe's Musing's

What Modern Humans Can Learn From Ancient Software

Retrocomputing is about more than nostalgic nerdery. It’s also a way to keep your tech in perspective.

from Wired https://ift.tt/LsJg9Rk
via Gabe's Musing's

The Best Wired Gaming Headsets for Every System

Lend depth and drama to your gameplay, no matter what device you have.

from Wired https://ift.tt/axs4uwT
via Gabe's Musing's

Teaching ‘Selfish’ Wind Turbines to Share Can Boost Productivity

A software update can help turbines become less disruptive to their neighbors and distribute the wind more efficiently.

from Wired https://ift.tt/cHDPGrl
via Gabe's Musing's

The Twitter Whistleblower's Testimony Has Senators Out for Blood

Peiter "Mudge" Zatko's allegations about the social media platform renewed a sense of urgency for lawmakers to rein in Big Tech.

from Wired https://ift.tt/pnzkB0s
via Gabe's Musing's

9 Great Headphone Deals to Find Your Autumn Groove

Your old earbuds might not be cutting it for school or work. Here are some nice discounts on WIRED-tested favorites.

from Wired https://ift.tt/gFesV9L
via Gabe's Musing's

The iPhone 14 Pro Isn't as Big of an Upgrade as Apple Thinks

Dynamic Island is fun, and the Always-on Display is a nice perk. But the cameras aren’t a huge leap over predecessors.

from Wired https://ift.tt/CVYo73w
via Gabe's Musing's

The End of Roe Will Spark a Digital Civil War

New privacy and expression laws that vary state to state will be a nightmare for platforms, and for users’ rights.

from Wired https://ift.tt/E9g6XDr
via Gabe's Musing's

Ukraine’s Cyberwar Chief Sounds Like He’s Winning

Yurii Shchyhol gives WIRED a rare interview about running the country’s Derzhspetszviazok and the state of the online conflict with Russia.

from Wired https://ift.tt/brxeqg6
via Gabe's Musing's

The Vast Wasteland of Internet Television

When TV came online in the aughts, it was exciting. Then Facebook took over.

from Wired https://ift.tt/TiY51pE
via Gabe's Musing's

What Do We Really Know About Mental Illness?

Rachel Aviv’s unflinching and personal new book, Strangers to Ourselves, rejects pat answers in favor of penetrating questions.

from Wired https://ift.tt/wLsdTiM
via Gabe's Musing's

The Best Music Streaming Apps to Get Your Groove On

March to the beat of your own drum machine with the best service for new music discovery, sharing with friends, and more.

from Wired https://ift.tt/57HfeTg
via Gabe's Musing's

Randall Munroe Is Back to Answer Your Impossible Questions

The xkcd author and former NASA engineer tackles our questions about science education, solvable climate issues, and his latest What If? book.

from Wired https://ift.tt/S8JMkNp
via Gabe's Musing's

Kate Beaton on Creating the Best Graphic Novel of 2022

The cartoonist’s Ducks is a devastating memoir about life in the oil sands of northern Alberta, Canada.

from Wired https://ift.tt/UC4esLJ
via Gabe's Musing's

When the Big One Hits Portland, Cargo Bikers Will Save You

The Pacific Northwest is due for a massive quake. I trained to help rescue efforts in the aftermath—by racing around the city on an electric kid hauler.

from Wired https://ift.tt/D74Atfu
via Gabe's Musing's

Undocumented Workers Protest Uber Eats Crackdown

In France, the gig economy platform welcomed thousands of immigrants during the pandemic, unions say. Now it’s deactivating them en masse.

from Wired https://ift.tt/HMvXRED
via Gabe's Musing's

16 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.

from Wired https://ift.tt/Jr7pNLH
via Gabe's Musing's

The Mystery of Why Some People Don’t Get Covid

A small number of people appear naturally immune to the coronavirus. Scientists think they might hold the key to helping protect us all.

from Wired https://ift.tt/l9UTfz6
via Gabe's Musing's

New Reservoirs Could Help Battle Droughts, but at What Cost?

Storing more water to deal with climate change seems like a no-brainer, but such reservoirs are complex undertakings with environmental issues of their own.

from Wired https://ift.tt/WvnjREL
via Gabe's Musing's

iOS 16 Has Two New Security Features for Worst-Case Scenarios

Safety Check and Lockdown Mode give people in vulnerable situations ways to quarantine themselves from acute risks.

from Wired https://ift.tt/OjJNCl7
via Gabe's Musing's

The FTC Is Closing In on Runaway AI

The US regulator is eager to end unfair use of artificial intelligence and commercial surveillance, but experts remain skeptical.

from Wired https://ift.tt/bXaAZD8
via Gabe's Musing's

Forget Silicon. This Computer Is Made of Fabric

The jacket can raise and lower its own hood—without chips or batteries—and might one day help disabled wearers move.

from Wired https://ift.tt/l7iVuE6
via Gabe's Musing's

The Best Video Doorbell Cameras

Never miss a delivery. These WIRED-tested picks will help you keep tabs on your front porch from anywhere.

from Wired https://ift.tt/mVtuplL
via Gabe's Musing's

The Webb Space Telescope Snaps Its First Photo of an Exoplanet

The grainy image of a “super Jupiter” is a sign of what’s to come as the telescope’s observations ramp up.

from Wired https://ift.tt/zDXR4ea
via Gabe's Musing's

This Tiny, Portable Dishwasher Is Built for the Truly Lazy

Bob the Mini Dishwasher is a (maybe too) tiny countertop machine made for small families living in small spaces.

from Wired https://ift.tt/zUmG5Rb
via Gabe's Musing's

Everything You Need to Know Before You Buy a Laptop

Shopping for a notebook can be exasperating. Here’s how to sift through the acronyms, storage options, and extra features to find the best one for you.

from Wired https://ift.tt/GyqFufv
via Gabe's Musing's

7 Keyboard Tips for Your Phone

From editing to dictation, you can do more with your smartphone's keyboard than you might have realized.

from Wired https://ift.tt/kdHsOxT
via Gabe's Musing's

Apple Messages Won’t Play Nice With Android Anytime Soon

Plus: Brazil and Apple face off, Google expands its eco-friendly Maps directions, and social sites start prepping for the US midterm elections.

from Wired https://ift.tt/BbqfSro
via Gabe's Musing's

The Sonos Ray Is a Perfect Starter Soundbar

This is a small but fierce soundbar option for smaller spaces, or those looking to slowly build their sound system up with quality pieces.

from Wired https://ift.tt/2iRYSjf
via Gabe's Musing's

12 Weekend Deals on Headphones, Camp Stoves, and More

Treat your ears with our favorite picks to make music and listen to music, or just sit outside and enjoy the music of nature.

from Wired https://ift.tt/QwtY7Cy
via Gabe's Musing's

A Spotlight on the Art of Video Games

From books to the Museum of Modern Art, gaming is getting new kinds of recognition.

from Wired https://ift.tt/LhNrFu3
via Gabe's Musing's

Why Watching Decluttering Videos Feels So Good

Turns out there’s a neurological reason you can’t stop clicking on YouTube closet purges.

from Wired https://ift.tt/ykSsDow
via Gabe's Musing's

California’s Heat Wave Is a Big Moment for Batteries

Scorching temperatures in the Golden State are a test case for a more flexible energy grid.

from Wired https://ift.tt/FTCzL67
via Gabe's Musing's

Our 7 Favorite Deals on Apple Products We Love

If you don’t need the very latest MacBook or Watch, some of the best gear is discounted right now.

from Wired https://ift.tt/BZqQouP
via Gabe's Musing's

Am I Wrong to Judge People for Talking to Me in Emoji?

WIRED’s spiritual advice columnist reassures a literary reader that it’s OK to communicate with images.

from Wired https://ift.tt/bBNfw7r
via Gabe's Musing's

How to Preorder the iPhone 14—and Which Model Should You Buy?

Apple has four new handsets, from the iPhone 14 Plus to the iPhone 14 Pro Max. We break them down.

from Wired https://ift.tt/bStqsWw
via Gabe's Musing's

Google and Amazon Seek Defense Contracts, Despite Worker Protests

The tech giants' corporate offices across the US  drew demonstrations over an Israeli government cloud contract that opponents say could have military uses.

from Wired https://ift.tt/h0k17ct
via Gabe's Musing's

Juul Will Pay $438.5M for Its Role in Underage Vaping

The once dominant ecigarette company faces more legal challenges and FDA scrutiny after a probe into whether it deceptively marketed to children and teens.

from Wired https://ift.tt/lYTn0bA
via Gabe's Musing's