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The Attack That Broke Twitter Is Hitting Dozens of Companies
“Phone spear phishing” attacks have been on the rise since a bitcoin scam took over the social media platform in July.
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Review: Ultimate Android
This phone crams in all the extras you'd want. But the price is steep.
In a Touch-Free World, the QR Code Is Having Its Moment
Once dismissed as a marketing gimmick, the black and white patterns are proving their worth during the coronavirus pandemic.
The YOLOers vs. Distancers Feud Is Tearing Us Apart
Covid-19 has given rise to a new blood feud—and the two camps are increasingly blaming each other for everything the pandemic has wrought.
Ratio Eight Coffee Maker Review: A Near-Perfect Chemex-Style Pot
A beautiful but expensive machine for aficionados of Chemex-style coffee.
A Move for Driverless Mass Transit Hits Speed Bumps
Pilot projects for autonomous shuttles abound. But technical limitations and hostility from labor unions may thwart large deployments.
Six-Word Sci-Fi: A Story About the Upside of Failure
Each month we publish a six-word story—and it could be written by you.
What French Feminism Can Teach Us About Karens
The latest viral female archetype is complicated. Dramatizing her entitlement, she's at once familiar to the philosophers and a new phenomenon entirely.
Kid-Friendly Tablets for Homework and Playtime
Depending on how schools—and your workplace—reopen, your sanity may depend on more screen time for your children. Choose the right screen.
‘Real’ Programming Is an Elitist Myth
When people build a database to manage reading lists or feed their neighbors, that’s coding—and culture.
Tech Workers Are Living the American Dream—in Canada
The short-sighted immigration policies of the US administration is driving top talent north of the border.
The Dangers of Seeing the World Through Ubiquitous Video
Moving images bombard our brains and fog our thoughts—but every now and then they expand our minds.
Honestly, Just Vote In Person—It’s Safer Than You Think
The panic over the US Postal Service is legitimate, but here’s the good news: It's not that risky to cast a ballot by hand.
'Lovecraft Country' Is a Necessary Reimagining of Genre Fiction
HBO's new series reclaims sci-fi and horror from their exclusionary, often racist roots.
This Cobalt-Free Battery Is Good for the Planet—and It Actually Works
Reducing the cobalt content in lithium-ion batteries is good for the environment, human rights, and maybe even the performance of the battery itself.
A Radical New Model of the Brain Illuminates Its Wiring
Network neuroscience could revolutionize how we understand the brain—and change our approach to neurological and psychiatric disorders.
Direct Action Everywhere Uses VR to Take Viewers Inside Factory Farms
In the first of a two-part Get WIRED podcast series, we look at the radical, virtual-reality-based tactics of animal-rights group Direct Action Everywhere.
My Week of Radical Transparency at a Chinese Business Seminar
I went to a self-breakthrough workshop in Beijing to decipher the country’s tech culture. I left with a transformed vision of my Chinese American self.
Tired of Gmail? Try a Privacy-First Email Provider
Your inbox holds plenty of sensitive information. Here are some alternatives that put your correspondence under lock and key.
'Sims 4' Packs Reviewed: Every Expansion Pack, Game Pack, Stuff Pack
We tried all 34 packs of stuff you can buy for your Sims. Here's what we think of each one and the best ones to get for $200 or less.
A Landmark Math Proof Clears a Hurdle in the Top Erdős Conjecture
Two mathematicians have proved the first leg of the Hungarian scholar's all-time favorite problem about number patterns.
9 Apps to Boost Your Phone's Security and Privacy
Android and iOS are getting better about protecting your data and device. But if you're looking for an extra line of defense, these can help.
An Algorithm Determined UK Students' Grades. Chaos Ensued
This year's A-Levels, the high-stakes exams taken in high school, were canceled due to the pandemic. The alternative only exacerbated existing inequities.
Nanoinfluencers Are Slyly Barnstorming the 2020 Election
Beware! Digital door knockers with small followings are posting often subliminal paid ads on social media.
The NSA and FBI Expose Fancy Bear's Sneaky Hacking Tool
Plus: TikTok tracking, Russian SIMs, and more of this week's top security news.
Midea U-Shaped Window Air Conditioner Review (2020)
This unique and smart machine avoids the usual pitfalls of box-shaped window ACs while keeping you cool and calm.
Want to Save Lives? Name Heat Waves Like Hurricanes
As temperatures soar into the the triple digits, the Extreme Heat Resilience Alliance says such names will spark public awareness and encourage safety measures.
The 15 Best Weekend Deals: Apple Accessories, Games, and More
Need a mug to keep coffee warm for more than 30 minutes? How about a videogame to help you relax? We've found plenty of discounts to help.
ATM Hackers Have Picked Up Some Clever New Tricks
So-called jackpotting attacks have gotten increasingly sophisticated—while cash machines have stayed pretty much the same.
Why Derechos Are So Devilishly Difficult to Predict
The destructive storms, with winds over 75 mph, are often compared to inland hurricanes. But unlike a hurricane, a derecho can come out of nowhere.
If Only Any of the 'Hobbit' Movies Were the Right Length
Peter Jackson's trilogy is too long, the Rankin/Bass cartoon from the 1970s is too short. The proper length is somewhere in between.
From Ellen DeGeneres to Tom Hanks, QAnon Has Infiltrated the Hollywood Rumor Mill
Plus: Kamala Harris' stance on Section 230, a doctor's duty to misinformed patients, and an iconic new Airbnb.
The Very 2020 Ascent of Sarah Cooper
The comedian, whose impersonations of Trump garnered a huge following on social media, is now hosting late-night and getting her own Netflix special.
Who Needs a Folding Phone, Anyway?
This week, we look at the Microsoft Surface Duo and wonder if an expensive, dual-screen device like this one feels relevant, or just needlessly extravagant.
Making a Covid-19 Vaccine Is Hard. Making One for Kids Is Harder
As researchers deepen their understanding of children’s role in the pandemic, some argue they are being overlooked in the race to a vaccine.
Makeup Classes Have Gone Virtual—and We Tried One Out
Many small companies and beauticians have updated in-store lessons for the new stay-at-home world. Think beauty YouTube, but better.
'Project Power' Is a Secret Lesson About Science's Dark Side
Netflix's new film updates a played-out superhero trope with a hidden message about the evils of human experimentation.
Epic Games' Lawsuits Fire a Shot at Apple and Google's App Store 'Monopolies'
The Fortnite developer filed suits today in California that suggest it may even want to launch its own app stores on iOS and Android.
ISIS Allegedly Ran a Covid-19 PPE Scam Site
The Justice Department says that an agent of the terrorist organization operated FaceMaskCenter.com, in part of a series of cryptocurrency-related complaints.
The Logic Around Contact Tracing Apps Is All Wrong
Rather than tracking individual exposures, we should be using them for real-time info on what activities and locations may be responsible for the spread.
Motorola Edge and Edge Plus Review: 2-Day Battery (and Some Quirks)
Motorola's first flagships in years are fantastic in many ways, but the Edge and Edge Plus have high price tags and too many quirks.
A Plan to Turn Military Bases Into ‘Sandboxes’ for 5G
A top Trump adviser outlines a blueprint for experimenting with wireless tech on bases and using software to counter China's lead in hardware.
Samsung's Galaxy Buds Live Review: Weird But Good
They won't grow a magic beanstalk, but the Galaxy Buds Live offer a unique fit, good sound with decent noise-canceling, and a price that's easy to stomach.
Photoshop Will Help ID Images That Have Been … Photoshopped
Adobe is adding technology to tag images with metadata, part of an effort to identify deepfakes and other efforts at manipulation.
She Helped Wreck the News Business. Here’s Her Plan to Fix It
Nandini Jammi’s advertiser boycotts scared brands away from journalism and into shady ad tech. Now she wants to teach marketers to think for themselves again.
Should We Conserve Parasites? Apparently, Yes
A group of ecologists and biologists say the world's ticks, leeches, and tapeworms need love and conservation, too. Now they've got a 12-point plan.
An Alexa Bug Could Have Exposed Your Voice History to Hackers
Amazon has patched the flaw, but its discovery underscores the importance of locking down your voice assistant interactions.
'Spree' Is Nasty, Clever Satire for the Influencer Era
I never want to watch this movie again. 5/5 stars.
The Iconic Arecibo Telescope Goes Quiet After Major Damage
A cable cut a large gash into the radio telescope this week and it’s uncertain when it will be back in working order.
How to Turn Your Camera into a Webcam: Canon, Fujifilm, GoPro, and More
Months into the pandemic, webcams are still hard to find. But if you're a shutterbug, you already have a better option.
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