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These Are Our Favorite Standing Desks to Liven Up Your Workstation
Take your home office to new heights with our favorite motorized standing desks.
Nicole Kinning and Matthew Korfhage
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Product Review
Branch’s Sega Gaming Chair Delivers Office-Like Ergonomics With Retro Console Looks
Louryn Strampe
I Fixed a Tractor Using John Deere’s Self-Repair Service. Farmers Aren’t Sold on It
The agricultural machine manufacturer has a subscription service that lets owners repair their own equipment. Why is barely anybody using it?
Boone Ashworth
Here’s Everything Apple Announced Today
The company’s September event introduced Apple’s first ever foldable iPhone, along with new iPhone 18 Pro models, updates to the Apple Watch, some AirPods, and more advances to Siri AI.
Boone Ashworth
Apple Debuts the iPhone Duo, Its First Folding iPhone
The iPhone with a folding screen is the first radical redesign of Apple’s flagship handset in years. The iPhone Duo will cost $1,999 when it arrives in October.
Julian Chokkattu
The Apple Watch Gets Its Siri AI Upgrade
Apple’s latest smartwatches—the Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4—get a faster chip, expanded health tracking, and new Siri capabilities. Plus, the ceramic finish is back.
Boutayna Chokrane
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Lenovo Coupon Codes and Deals in September 2026
Whether you’re shopping for a ThinkPad, Yoga laptop, or Legion gaming PC, these Lenovo discount codes and promotions can help you save big on your next tech upgrade.
Luke Larsen
Castlery Promo Codes: 15% Off for September 2026
Refresh your living space for less with these verified Castlery coupons, including free shipping offers and furniture set discounts.
Boutayna Chokrane
Top Surfshark Promo Codes for September 2026
Save up to 87% with a Surfshark coupon code, 3 months of VPN free today, and more from WIRED.
Scott Gilbertson
Top Canon Promo Codes: 30% Off for September 2026
Save an extra 10% or 30% with Canon coupon codes, plus up to $1,600 on cameras, printers, and more this September 2026.
Scott Gilbertson
The Vari Ergo Is the Best Standing Desk I Know for the Money
The Vari Ergo electric standing desk is compact, easy to assemble, affordable, and gently sloped to fit my natural posture and shape.
Matthew Korfhage
I’m Picky About Laptop Backpacks. These Are the Best I’ve Tested
The wrong bag can aggravate you every single day. These WIRED-tested picks get comfort, capacity, and organization just right.
Kat Merck
The Best Gaming Chair Is Also the Best Office Chair
The best gaming chair is actually an office chair. Here are our top picks from our real-life testing so far.
Louryn Strampe
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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
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 FE Gets a Price Hike but Offers Nothing New
Samsung is resting on its laurels with the midrange S26 FE, with an unwelcome price bump and only a new processor to show for it.
Simon Hill
The iPhone 18 Pro Looks Fantastic. Is the Duo Worth Folding For?
Apple’s new folding iPhone Duo is finally here, alongside refreshed Pro models. Our primer has all the details you need to choose the iPhone 18 that’s right for you.
Simon Hill
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It’s Time to Switch to the Smartphone You Can Actually Fix
With affordable replacement parts, a five-year warranty, and updates through 2033, the Fairphone proves sustainability doesn’t mean major compromise.
Julian Chokkattu
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
Take Music Anywhere With These Tested Bluetooth Speakers
I tested portable speakers of all shapes and sizes, from pocket to party-sized.
Chris Haslam
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
The Best Windows Laptops You Can Buy in 2026
Windows laptops have never been so good, and they’re only going to get better as we move through 2026.
Luke Larsen
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
The Best Water Leak Detectors I Trust in My Home
Don’t let busted pipes or an overflowing washing machine dampen your day. These smart water sensors can help you catch problems quicker.
Simon Hill
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 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
After Testing Over a Dozen Robot Mowers, These Are the Only Ones Deserving of Your Lawn
Smart mowers are an expensive alternative to old-fashioned yard work, but they’re finally good enough to consider if you’d rather sip an iced tea and watch a robot tame your lawn.
Simon Hill
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
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The Best Mushroom Coffee for an Alternative Buzz
“Coffee” made with functional mushrooms like lion’s mane and chaga is all the rage. We tried the most popular brands to find which were the most palatable.
Pete Cottell
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
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
Everything New You Can Do With Siri AI
When iOS 27 arrives, it will bring with it a fully revamped assistant for your iPhone.
David Nield
Every Samsung Galaxy Phone Comes With This Unique Add-On
It’s called the Edge Panel. Here’s how to make the most of it.
David Nield
Create Custom Windows 11 Notifications to Remind Yourself of Anything
Take full control of your desktop alerts by sending yourself recurring reminders and custom notifications triggered by specific events.
David Nield
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