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What’s the Best Alexa Speaker for You?
I’ve rounded up the best smart speakers that let you talk to Alexa, from the popular Echo Dot to the newest Echo Studio.
Nena Farrell
Casio’s Leaked G-Shock ‘CasioNaut’ Looks a Lot Like a Patek Philippe Classic
In what appears to be a follow-up to the mighty “CasiOak,” the rugged Japanese watch brand is expected to release an all-new luxury homage.
Jeremy White
Tesla’s Cybercab Officially Launches Today. It’s Already Under Investigation
The US government is investigating whether the Cybercab, which lacks a steering wheel and pedals, meets vehicle safety standards.
Aarian Marshall
AI Use in the Job Market Is Creating an Infinite Doom Loop
Job seekers are trying to game the application process using AI. It’s not working, and not for the reasons you might think.
Jill Duffy
Tesla’s Make-or-Break Cybercab Had a Quiet Debut
An invite-only event in Austin, Texas, kept online fans in the dark for hours.
Aarian Marshall
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Home Depot’s Labor Day Sale: BOGO Offers on Our Favorite Grills and Tools
The Home Depot Labor Day sale goes hard on grills and tools. Here are our recommendations on what to buy—and what to ignore.
Matthew Korfhage
Tuft & Needle Promo Codes for September 2026
Save 30% on best-selling mattresses with our top Tuft & Needle coupon codes.
Nena Farrell
Top Mattress Firm Coupons: Save up to $700
Use a Mattress Firm promo code to save on top mattresses, score a free adjustable base, and unlock up to $300 in instant credits.
Nena Farrell
Top Tempur-Pedic Promo Codes for 2026
Whether you’re looking to upgrade your mattress or swap out your bedding, browse our Tempur-Pedic coupons for up to $300 off and the best sleep of your life.
Nena Farrell
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This Asus ProArt Monitor Brings OLED to the Masses
I wouldn’t call it cheap, but this monitor from Asus brings proper HDR-capable video editing to creators who couldn’t previously afford an OLED display.
Luke Larsen
What I Learned Testing Monitor Arms, and Which You Should Buy
Your desk setup needs a monitor arm, and I’ve been testing every one I can get my hands on to find the best.
Luke Larsen
What’s So Great About Digital Wall Calendars?
What originally looked like clutter turned out to be my new favorite gadget for organizing my family’s life.
Nena Farrell
I’ve Tried Nearly Every Kind of Planner. These Are the Best
If digital calendars are leaving you lacking, these WIRED-tested paper agendas and notebooks could change your life.
Nena Farrell
The Best Folding Phones
Ready to move on from the traditional glass slab? Introduce a hinge into your life with these folding smartphones.
Julian Chokkattu and Simon Hill
The Best MagSafe Grips for Getting a Handle on Things
Keep your phone firmly in hand and add some personality with these comfortable, durable, and nifty smartphone grips.
Louryn Strampe
Which Google Pixel Phone Should You Buy?
Let us help you choose the right Pixel phone. Plus, check out our Pixel accessory recommendations and smart software tricks to try.
Julian Chokkattu and Simon Hill
Google’s Pixel 11 Pro Fold Is Better, but Not the Best
A polished update to Google’s foldable brings real improvements, but the price bump and rampant competition make it a tough sell.
Simon Hill
The Sennheiser Momentum 5 Are Battery Champs
The flagship headphones get up to 57 hours of battery life and have easily replaceable batteries.
Chris Haslam
Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Earbuds Made Me Call My Parents More
Outstanding call quality and an excellent price point put these earbuds way ahead of pricier competition.
Harry Rabinowitz
Your Playlist Deserves the Best Workout Headphones
Not every great pair of headphones belongs in the gym. These do, thanks to their secure fit, durable design, and impeccable sound.
Boutayna Chokrane
I Tried the Yoto, Toniebox 2, and More to Find the Best Audio Player for All Kids
Whether you want an audio player that’ll grow with your kid or one that your toddler can operate independently, I have a recommendation for you.
Nicole Kinning
The Best Monitors to Pair With Your Mac
Macs are fantastic computers, but you’ll need one of these great displays to complete your work-from-home setup.
Luke Larsen
The Best Mesh Wi-Fi Systems for Networking Nirvana
Forget about patchy internet connections and dead spots in the house. These WIRED-tested, multi-room mesh Wi-Fi systems will keep your whole house online.
Simon Hill
After Testing Hundreds of Laptops, These Are the Best Options I Recommend
I’ve been reviewing laptops for over a decade, and here's my advice on how to find the right laptop for you.
Luke Larsen
Alienware’s Latest Ultrawide OLED Is Made for Gamers Who Want a Huge, Sharp Screen
Alienware’s latest gaming monitor explores a new size and resolution for ultrawide monitors, and I have a feeling PC gamers are going to love it.
Matthew S. Smith
These Are the Dyson Vacuums Worth Buying (and Some to Avoid)
Feeling the pull of a new clean machine? I'll help you make sense of Dyson’s whirlwind vacuum lineup.
Nena Farrell
The Best Automatic Litter Boxes Tested by Our Spoiled Cats
With these high-tech automatic litter boxes, gone are the days of scooping and smells. Welcome to the future.
Molly Higgins
The Best Smart Video Doorbell Cameras After Years of Testing
Never miss a delivery. These WIRED-tested picks will help you keep tabs on your front door from anywhere.
Simon Hill
The Best Air Quality Monitors We’ve Tested Around Our Homes
These WIRED-tested indoor and outdoor air quality monitors give you insights into your home’s air quality, warn of potentially harmful pollutant levels, and help keep tabs on your environment.
Molly Higgins
The Best Sleep Trackers for Smarter Rest and Recovery
I tested the top sleep wearables for every type of sleeper, including devices from Oura, Google Fitbit, and Eight Sleep.
Boutayna Chokrane
I Tested Mattress Toppers for Every Kind of Sleeper
These toppers will transform your mattress into exactly what you need, whether that’s a super-plush pillow top, memory foam, or targeted back support.
Nena Farrell
Best Cooling Mattresses for Hot Sleepers
Nothing ruins a great night of sleep faster than getting too hot. We slept on a myriad of cooling mattresses to find which ones drew the heat away best.
Molly Higgins
The Best Organic Mattresses
These natural, organic mattresses are eco-friendly alternatives to conventional models and just as comfortable.
Scott Gilbertson
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Green Chef’s Strength Is Sourcing—and the Best-Tasting Fish I’ve Gotten From a Meal Kit
HelloFresh’s organic meal kit Green Chef offers transparent sourcing, layered cooking, and trustworthy gluten-free dishes.
Matthew Korfhage
Is Bitdefender VPN Trustworthy? I Tested Its Premium Tier to Find Out
Bitdefender VPN has an excellent starting price, even if it lacks the advanced features that privacy nerds may want.
Matthew S. Smith
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CookUnity Changed Prepared Meal Delivery by Using (Gasp!) Chefs
I’ve tried most of the ready-to-eat meal delivery services in the country. CookUnity is the one that feels like real cooking, from real chefs.
Matthew Korfhage
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Purple Carrot Is the Only Vegan Meal Kit I’d Prefer Over Most Plans That Serve Meat
I’m an omnivore. Purple Carrot’s vegan meal kit offers some of the best cooking I’ve seen from any meal kit, with or without meat.
Matthew Korfhage
This Smart Birdhouse Showed Me the Secret Life of Chickadees
With two cameras and built-in climate sensors, the Birdfy Nest Duo let me watch an entire nesting season unfold.
Kat Merck
Our Favorite Merino Wool Clothes to Keep You Comfy in Any Weather
Merino is one of the best fabrics you can wear. We explain the different blends, what “GSM” means, and how to care for your clothes.
Scott Gilbertson
The TerraMow V1000 Shows Just How Far Robot Mowers Have Come
With automatic mapping, Spot Mode functionality, and smart AI cameras, the TerraMow V1000 is the complete package.
Simon Hill
Retrospec’s Joe Rev 2 Is a BMX Bike for Grown-Ups
This affordable electric BMX delighted my entire family, even if its range, ride comfort, and actual BMX abilities are limited.
Kat Merck
I Tested the Best Kitchen Composters and Food Recyclers—and Yes, Some of Them Stink
After years of smells, strange noises, and “tea,” these are the composters and food recyclers I’d actually recommend.
Kat Merck
Food Recalls Are in the News Again. Here’s How I Keep My Eggs Salmonella-Free
With advice from infectious disease experts, I tested a low-effort way to pasteurize eggs at home.
Kat Merck
There’s One Simple Food Safety Tool for Reducing Salmonella Risk
Salmonella outbreaks are seemingly everywhere right now. A good temperature probe is the last and best line of defense.
Matthew Korfhage
Head-to-Head: Which Plastic-Free Coffee Brewer Is Best?
Microplastics are in everything, especially your coffee. A new generation of plastic-free drip coffee brewers is trying to change this.
Matthew Korfhage
How to Choose the Best Electric Toothbrush for a Healthier Smile
After two years of testing, these are the electric toothbrushes that impressed WIRED staffers the most.
Boutayna Chokrane
Before You Buy a Red-Light Therapy Mask, Read This
I tried the red-light therapy masks flooding my feed and consulted with professionals to find out which ones are worth the splurge.
Boutayna Chokrane
I Tried the Best Red-Light Therapy for Hair Loss. Here’s What Worked
Don’t fly to Turkey just yet. Our WIRED testers saw visible hair regrowth with these red-light therapy devices.
Boutayna Chokrane
I Wore This Red-Light Therapy Headband for 5 Months, and My Hair Actually Grew Back
Hairmax’s LaserBand 82 ComfortFlex took only 90 seconds per treatment, and it produced visible results along my widening part.
Kat Merck
This Bargain-Priced HD Projector Punches Above Its Weight
With the curtains closed and the power cable nearby, this affordable Full HD smart projector is a compact delight.
Chris Haslam
This Projector Is a Hole-in-One as a Golf Simulator, but Subpar for Anything Else
The Optoma GT2400HDR laser projector is great for setting up a driving range in your living room, but mediocre video quality makes it less appealing for home entertainment.
John Brandon
The BenQ GV50 Ceiling Projector Is Better for Party Tricks Than Display Quality
This affordable, portable projector doesn’t try to be a cinematic marvel, but it’s fun to use.
John Brandon
The Soundcore Nebula P1i's Neat Design Can’t Quite Overcome Its Pitfalls
I tested the Soundcore Nebula P1i, an affordable projector, to see if it could overcome the typical drawbacks that most budget projectors suffer from.
Chris Haslam
I Fixed My Slouching Habit With These Posture Correctors
You’re hunched over your desk and phone for hours. I rounded up gadgets, a DIY trick, and even some yoga advice to help you straighten up.
Boutayna Chokrane
Google’s Pixel Watch 5 Pumps Up Its Fitness Smarts
With smarter gym tracking, new health alerts, and offline Gemini, the Pixel Watch 5 fine-tunes a winning formula—for a price.
Boutayna Chokrane
I Tested a Ton of Apple Watch Bands So You Don’t Have To
We’ve been testing bands since the first Apple Watch launched in 2015. From silicone sports straps to leather bands, I’ve rounded up the best for every occasion.
Boutayna Chokrane
The Best Compression Boots for Muscle Recovery, Better Circulation, and Relief
Whether you’re training hard, traveling often, or dealing with poor circulation, these are the best compression boots for anyone looking for better muscle recovery.
Boutayna Chokrane
Why Your Products Come With a Cancer Warning
If you see a Prop 65 warning, don’t fret. Here’s what you need to know.
Boutayna Chokrane
How to Escape Group Chat Hell
Young adults are in more group chats than ever—sometimes more than 20 at a time. Here’s how to tame the chat madness.
Reece Rogers
How to Run a Chatbot on Your Own Computer
Installing a large language model on your personal computer gives you a handy digital assistant that won’t compromise your data privacy.
David Nield
The Easiest Ways to Share Anything Between Android and iOS
Transferring files and data across platforms is more straightforward than ever.
David Nield