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Updated 2024-11-23 01:47
Trump Campaign Claims $34.8 Million Windfall After Guilty Verdict
From small donors to rich Silicon Valley investors, Donald Trump enthusiasts signaled their support for the convicted felon by sending money to his campaign.
Blipblox myTracks Review: A Beatmaking Pad for Kids
This kid-friendly sampler is meant to introduce little ones to the world of home recording and beat-making.
9 Best Earplugs (2024): For Concerts, Sleep, and Listening
Whether you want to sleep through the party or rock out (safely) to your favorite band, these will help block out the noise.
Microsoft Recall Alternatives That Remember Everything on Your Screen: Windrecorder, Rewind
These utilities for Windows 11 and macOS record all your desktop actions, giving you a searchable log. The apps work similarly to the still-in-preview Microsoft Recall, but they're available now.
Touch Controls on Stoves Suck. Knobs Are Way Better
Annoying, mistake-prone touch controls have become standard on induction stoves, but good old-fashioned knobs are far superior in the busy, messy kitchen. It's high time we bring back the knob.
The Limits of the AI-Generated 'Eyes on Rafah' Image
The All Eyes on Rafah" image went viral on social media this week, with over 47 million shares on Instagram alone. It's bringing up tough questions about the power of the visuals of war and AI.
Apple iPad Air (M2, 2024) Review: Bigger and Slightly Brighter
Apple's lightweight tablet comes equipped with a faster processor, but it's the bigger screen that steals the spotlight.
Google Admits Its AI Overviews Search Feature Screwed Up
Liz Reid, Google's head of search, said in a blog post that the company had made adjustments to its new AI search feature after screenshots of its errors went viral.
Trump’s Online MAGA Army Calls Guilty Verdict a Declaration of War
Trump supporters, fringe extremists, right-wing pundits, and politicians have all posted incendiary rhetoric, including some calls for war," following former president Donald Trump's felony conviction.
Foreign Influence Campaigns Don’t Know How to Use AI Yet Either
OpenAI has released its first report, which details how bad actors in Russia, China, and beyond are using AI to spread propaganda. (Poorly.)
You Can Buy a Used Tesla for Cheap. Just Be Careful If You Do
As rental companies flood the market with used Teslas, look out for these telltale signs of a lemon.
Ecuador Is Literally Powerless in the Face of Drought
Drought-stricken hydro dams have led to daily electricity cuts in Ecuador. As weather becomes less predictable due to climate change, experts say other countries need to take notice.
WeWork Survived Bankruptcy. Now It Has to Make Coworking Pay Off
The troubled company is back from the brink, but will emerge from bankruptcy to a world where coworking's long-term future is much less certain.
Chatbots Are Entering Their Stone Age
Anthropic and other big AI startups are teaching chatbots tool use," to make them more useful in the workplace.
SnuzPod4 Bassinet Review: A Great-Looking and Simple Bassinet
This popular bassinet from the United Kingdom has made it to America, and it was worth the journey.
IWC Pilot’s Chronograph Ceralume 2024: Price, Specs, Availability
The F1 driver's Ceralume chronograph is the most luminous watch ever made. Here's how it was created.
Klipsch Flexus Core 200 Soundbar Review: Serious Sound for Less
Klipsch's new soundbar system boasts class-leading sound at a great price.
Sightful Spacetop G1: Specs, Features, Release Date, Price
Sightful's augmented reality computer now has a pimped design and better specs-and it's finally available for preorder.
Motorola Edge 50 Pro Review: A Solid Midrange Android Phone
A compact design, capable triple-lens camera, and lovely display are saddled by limited processing power and lackluster software updates.
2024 Is the Year of the Generative AI Election
AI is already being used and abused in elections around the world. From passive income scams to dead men endorsing their successors, fiction is proving stranger than reality.
The Unusual Espionage Act Case Against a Drone Photographer
In seemingly the first case of its kind, the US Justice Department has charged a Chinese national with using a drone to photograph a Virginia shipyard where the US Navy was assembling nuclear submarines.
You Think You Know How Misinformation Spreads? Welcome to the Hellhole of Programatic Advertising
The internet is a cesspool of misinformation, and the biggest blue-chip brands and their ad agencies are the ones funding it-by stuffing money into a Rube Goldberg machine no one really understands.
How AI Is Impacting the 2024 Elections
More than 60 countries are holding elections in 2024. Throughout the year, WIRED will be tracking every instance of AI's use in and around those campaigns.
AI Election Project Methodology and Submission Information
‘Largest Botnet Ever’ Tied to Billions in Stolen Covid-19 Relief Funds
The US says a Chinese national operated the 911 S5" botnet, which included computers worldwide and was used to file hundreds of thousands of fraudulent Covid claims and distribute CSAM, among other crimes.
I Spent an Hour in Marvel’s Apple Vision Pro 'What If...?' Experience. I’m Still Not Sure Why
The new What If...? experience for Vision Pro is a win-win for Marvel and Apple. But it's not built for-or accessible to-everyone.
A Nonprofit Tried to Fix Tech Culture—but Lost Control of Its Own
Two ex-Facebook employees founded the nonprofit Integrity Institute to clean up tech platforms. Now it's reeling amid fights on Slack and one founder's resignation after an external HR investigation.
Fitbit Ace LTE Kids Smartwatch: Specs, Features, Release Date, Price
The Fitbit Ace LTE is a smartwatch, gaming device, and fitness tracker all in one, purpose-built for children ages 7 and up.
11 Best USB Microphones (2024): USB-C, USB-A, Wireless, and Mic Accessories
Looking to up your own audio quality on Zoom, YouTube, TikTok, or while gaming? Try some of these mics.
KVM Monitors Let You Cut Down the Desk Clutter, and I Love It
A desktop display with an integrated keyboard, video, and mouse switch is a great solution if your work and personal computers share the same peripherals.
Germany’s Far-Right Party Is Running Hateful Ads on Facebook and Instagram
Published ahead of the EU elections, the ads blame immigrants for crime and sexual violence.
You Can Get Paid to Talk to Friends About Voting
Annoying texts and disinformation campaigns have wrecked get-out-the-vote drives. Relentless, a progressive organizing group, thinks it has a solution: you.
Phil Wizard, Champion Breaker and Olympic Contender, Isn’t Convinced ‘Breakdancing’ Is a Sport
Phil Wizard, the current favorite for Olympic Gold, says it's an art and culture first. But if you're gonna hate, he'd like you to at least learn the proper terminology.
'Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door' Sets the Standard for Classic Game Remakes
Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door proves that using new tech to bring old visions to life (and cut down on pain points) is way more effective than a simple cash grab.
Chromebooks Will Get Gemini and New Google AI Features
Google is bringing Gemini and a slew of AI-powered features to ChromeOS, and there are about seven new Chromebooks coming this year.
Logitech Mevo Core Review: Dead Simple Multi-Cam Streaming
They're expensive, but you can wirelessly connect these cube-shaped cameras into one stream and control them via Logitech's intuitive app.
How Researchers Cracked an 11-Year-Old Password to a $3 Million Crypto Wallet
Thanks to a flaw in a decade-old version of the RoboForm password manager and a bit of luck, researchers were able to unearth the password to a crypto wallet containing a fortune.
Anduril Is Building Out the Pentagon’s Dream of Deadly Drone Swarms
The US military aims to maintain its dominance by building autonomous attack drones that collaborate with humans and overwhelm defenses in swarms.
Cops Are Just Trolling Cybercriminals Now
Police are using subtle psychological operations against ransomware gangs to sow distrust in their ranks-and trick them into emerging from the shadows.
35 Best Memorial Day Sales (2024): TVs, Office Chairs, and Ebikes
Not all discounts-or gadgets-are equal. We've rounded up the best deals on WIRED-tested gear.
28 Best Memorial Day Mattress Deals (2024)
Sleep starting to feel less like a luxury? It might be time for a new mattress or bed sheet. Good thing plenty are on sale.
33 Best REI Anniversary Sale Deals (2024): Fitness Trackers, Tents, Sleeping Bags, Headphones, Electric Bikes
It's the best time of the year to pick up all the tents, stoves, sleeping bags, and gear you'll need for summer fun. Just remember these deals end tonight.
The Unitree G1 Is a Short Humanoid Robot That Costs Just $16,000
The Unitree G1 is a $16,000-but still kind of limited-humanoid robot of small stature.
Unhappy With a Service You’ve Been Paying For? It Might Be Time for a Breakup
Ending a relationship with the person you pay to cut your hair, walk your dog, or work on your home can be awkward. But if you need to move on, it's better to make a clean break.
The Rebirth of Queer Cruising Apps
Looking for casual sex is often seen as taboo, even in queer circles. A handful of web apps-Sniffies, BKDR, and Motto-are using map technology to reinvigorate interest in cruising culture.
WTF Is With the Pink Pineapples at the Grocery Store?!
Using DNA from tangerines and tobacco, food scientists have made a familiar fruit tastier-and more Instagrammable-than ever. We looked into pink pineapples so you don't have to.
How Many Charging Stations Would We Need to Totally Replace Gas Stations?
The United States could fully transition to electric vehicles in about 20 years. When that happens, we're going to need a lot of chargers.
The Auroras Should Be Spectacular This Summer, Thanks to Solar Maximum
Increasing solar activity over the next year could bring more opportunities to see fantastic displays of the northern lights.
How to Pick the Best Roku Device (2024): A Guide to Each Model
The company has a dizzying array of streaming sticks, boxes, and soundbars to choose from, but don't worry-these are the ones to buy.
Spotify Tips for People Who Like to Listen to Whole Albums
Spotify favors serving up algorithmically curated playlists instead of complete albums. If you love a long-player, here are some tips to regain control of your listening sessions.
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