How to Actually Remember People's Names

These tips can keep you from greeting someone with "Hey ... you!" ever again.

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Americans Need a Bill of Rights for an AI-Powered World

The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy is developing principles to guard against powerful technologies—with input from the public.

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These Virtual Obstacle Courses Help Real Robots Learn to Walk

Researchers used specialized chips and simulation software to teach a four-legged robot to navigate stairs and blocks.

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What Can Convince People to Just Get Vaccinated Already?

Researchers are struggling to figure out why people don’t get their Covid shots, and what language might persuade them. Saying “You gotta” seems to work.

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Short Battery Life Sinks the Otherwise Great Surface Pro 8

This 2-in-1 from Microsoft is a powerful workhorse for all your office tasks—if you sit near an outlet.

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Twitch Streamers' Earnings Were Exposed. Now, It's a Meme

“I’d never want to hide how much I make, so I’m down to make a meme out of it,” one top streamer told WIRED.

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Facebook Renews Its Ambitions to Connect the World

The social media behemoth outlines plans to bring speedy internet access to hard-to-reach places.

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The Best Vinyl Accessories to Jazz Up Your Analog Audio

From record cleaners to slip mats, these extras are for budding enthusiasts and die-hard collectors alike.

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Want to Learn Music? Start With These Sites and Apps

Modern technology makes studying to play a new instrument easier than ever. And the best part? Most of these tools are free or affordable.

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'Metroid Dread' Is Let Down by Its Boring Robot Villains

The Switch exclusive is a fine return to form for the series, but it would benefit from antagonists that are, you know, actually scary.

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Flex Your Barista Skills With the Rancilio Silvia Pro

The Silvia Pro brings the coffeehouse to your countertop, but at a steep price.

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Borrowed a School Laptop? Mind Your Open Tabs

Students—many from lower-income households—were likely to use school-issued devices for remote learning. But the devices often contained monitoring software.

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Feeling Climate Dread? You’re Not Alone

It’s called eco-anxiety, a completely natural response to a world gone haywire. And it’s way more prevalent than you think, especially among young adults.

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How the Team Behind Far Cry 6 Finished a Game in Lockdown

WIRED spoke to creators at Ubisoft to find out how they shot the AAA title’s crucial opening scene—when actors and engineers couldn’t work in the same space.

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Brian Herbert on Dune: ‘My Father Could See Into the Future’

Frank Herbert’s son is the keeper of the canon and the ultimate defender of his dad’s work.

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A Devastating Twitch Hack Sends Streamers Reeling

The data breach apparently includes source code, gamer payouts, and more.

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Dragon Age and Why It Sucks to Play Cult Favorite Games

Suddenly everyone has an opinion on your gameplay.

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Actions You Can Take to Tackle Climate Change

These apps and resources can help you manage your eco-anxiety—and take steps to tread more lightly on the planet.

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Is It Ok to Torment Non-Player Characters in Video Games?

WIRED’s spiritual advice columnist on the 'Iliad,' asteroid mining, and unlikely heroes.

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The Switch OLED Is More Than Just a Pretty Screen

Sure, the improved 7-inch screen is pretty great. But it's the revamped kickstand that makes Nintendo's new handheld shine.

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