Gallery: How Mercedes-AMG Wraps Drivers in Sensual Luxury

  • Image may contain Cushion Human Person Sitting Vehicle Transportation and Driving
    Cait Oppermann
    01

    wagener-3.png

    Gorden Wagener in Mercedes-AMG's new S65 Cabriolet.
  • Image may contain Wristwatch
    Todd Tankersley
    02

    03-HitMute-cars-01.jpg

    When you’re tired of the outside world, just close the roof and roll up the windows. Three layers of fabric and double-glazed windows combine to block out road noise. Turn off the Burmester sound system’s 23 speakers and soak in the silence.
  • Image may contain Logo Symbol Trademark Vehicle Transportation Automobile Car Emblem Electronics and Mouse
    Todd Tankersley
    03

    02-HideBlemishes-cars-04.jpg

    Mercedes won’t let your all-important backup camera get dirty—or worse, spoil the clean lines of its new ride. When you shift into reverse, the Mercedes badge on the trunk swivels out of the way, exposing the car’s rear-facing lens to the world.
  • Image may contain Cushion and Headrest
    Todd Tankersley
    04

    04-GetToasty-cars-06.jpg

    Of course the seats are heated. So are the arm rests and the steering wheel. But if you’ve got the top down on a chilly day and forgot your ascot at the club, you’ll be glad for the vents built into the front headrests, breathing warm air down your neck.
Read More
28 Amazing STEM Toys Approved by WIRED Kids
We found lots of math-filled and science-rich toys for tiny nerds to assemble, bake, squish—or even tear apart and rebuild.
Simon Hill
Here’s How Apple Is Updating Its Child Safety Features in iOS 27
Apple has announced several new Child Safety features coming soon to iPhones and other devices. Here’s what’s changing.
Julian Chokkattu
Scientists’ Side Hustle? Using AI and Quantum Computing to Generate New Peptides
Researchers cobbled together funding and time to show how quantum computing could aid in the development of drugs to help underserved populations and combat rare diseases.
Isabella Ward
The Best External Hard Drives to Back Up Everything You Have
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.
Scott Gilbertson
The 10 Best WIRED-Tested Pet Cameras
Whether you’re near or far, keep an eye on your fur baby with our favorite pet cameras.
Molly Higgins
What’s Worse Than Romance Scams? Adoption Scams
This week in WIRED Book Club, we recap the final chapters of The Yahoo Boys.
Kate Knibbs
Beatbot’s New Pool Robot Cleans Itself (Mostly)
The AquaSense X brings self-cleaning technology to pool robots for the first time, but is it worth nearly twice the price of Beatbot’s flagship cleaner?
Christopher Null
Skylight’s Touchscreen Calendar Got my Whole Family on the Same Page
The Skylight has become the informational and organizational hub of my household. My touchscreen-native kids have also gained more agency over our family activities.
Jaclyn Greenberg
The Samsung Micro RGB R95H Is a Good, Not Great TV
There’s a new fleet of TVs using new mini and micro RBG display tech, and Samsung’s R95H model isn’t as impressive as it should be.
John Brandon
AI Found a Root Bug in Linux That Everyone Missed for 15 Years
Plus: The Pentagon is training amateurs to become part of its hacker army, a Flock license plate reader error led to cops surrounding a car reviewer, and more.
Dell Cameron
We Make Lovely Home-Cooked Meals for Ourselves. Why Not Do the Same for Our Dogs?
More dog owners have begun cooking for their canine companions in recent years. When my own dog fell ill, I became part of this growing group.
Alicia Kennedy
The Best Hiking Boots and Shoes for Any Adventure
From strenuous hikes and serious summits to weekend rambles in the park, these boots help you make the most of your time outdoors.
Chris Haslam