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The Best Kitchen Composters for Digging in the Dirt
Responsibly dispose of your food scraps with one of these indoor, (mostly) odor-free, WIRED-tested devices.
Kat Merck
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A Hot-Air Balloon Landed in a California Backyard. The Owner Says It's a 'Very Rare' Event
Brian Barrett
Prego Has a Dinner-Conversation-Recording Device, Capisce?
The pasta-sauce company has partnered with the nonprofit StoryCorps on a device designed to record family conversations around the table and save them for all time.
Boone Ashworth
They Built the ‘Cursor for Hardware.’ Now, Anthropic Wants In
Schematik is a program that aims to help people vibe code for physical devices. Hopefully, it won’t blow anything up.
Boone Ashworth
Spoofed Tankers Are Flooding the Strait of Hormuz. These Analysts Are Tracking Them
Marine insurers and oil traders want to know what’s going on in one of the world’s most critical waterways. As the volume of disappearing ships in the area increases, analysts are getting creative.
Aarian Marshall
Google's AI Mode Update Tries to Kill Tab Hopping in Chrome
Google latest update to AI Mode in its Chrome browser is designed to keep the chatbot-style search tool always around once you start an online search journey.
Reece Rogers
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Snag a Great Deal on the Best Noise-Canceling Earbuds
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 have the best active noise cancellation on the market, and they very rarely get cheaper.
Louryn Strampe
The Best Apple Watch Is Back to Its Cheapest Price
Our top Apple Watch recommendation fluctuates in price. If you're in the market, now's a good time to buy.
Louryn Strampe
Top Visible Promo Codes and Coupons for April 2026
Find great deals and promo codes for Visible at WIRED and save big, whether you're a long-time customer or a newbie.
Molly Higgins
TopResume Packages and Free Resume Review: Everything You Need to Get Hired in 2026
Discover ways to save at TopResume, including their free review service and 4-week Career Services Platform trial.
Jacob Roach
These Are Our Favorite Standing Desks to Liven Up Your Workstation
Take your home office to new heights with our favorite motorized standing desks.
Julian Chokkattu and Nicole Kinning
Expert Tips for Strong Wi-Fi in Your Garden
There are several ways to extend your Wi-Fi network into your backyard and out onto the deck or patio. Here’s how.
Simon Hill
Give Your Back a Break With Our Favorite Office Chairs
Sitting at a desk for hours? Upgrade your WFH setup and work in style with these comfy WIRED-tested seats.
Julian Chokkattu
What’s So Great About Digital Wall Calendars?
I was convinced these devices were just tabletop clutter. I was proven wrong.
Nena Farrell
The Best MagSafe Accessories for Your iPhone or Qi2 Phone
MagSafe accessories make your phone feel uniquely yours. These are our favorites, including Android-friendly Qi2 picks.
Louryn Strampe and Julian Chokkattu
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It Might Not Be the Best $499 Phone, but I'm Glad Nothing's Phone (4a) Pro Exists
It's no Pixel 10a, but the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro is a close second if you're after a midrange phone in the US.
Julian Chokkattu
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 and Jacob Roach
The Best iPhone 17 Cases and Accessories—We’ve Tested More Than 100
Protect your expensive iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone Pro, or iPhone 17e with our favorite cases and screen protectors.
Julian Chokkattu and Louryn Strampe
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Where to Shop for Vinyl Records Online
Don’t just load up an Amazon cart! Here are the better ways to find your favorite vinyl records online.
Parker Hall and Michael Calore
Take Your Tunes Anywhere With the Best Bluetooth Speakers for Inside and Out
These are our favorite portable speakers of all shapes and sizes, from clip-ons to a massive boom box.
Parker Hall and Ryan Waniata
LG’s Expandable Sound Suite Makes Rooms of Any Size Feel Like a Home Theater
The Dolby Atmos soundbar setup rivals the best from Samsung and Sonos.
Parker Hall
These Stackable Blocks Help Any Room Sound Better
Treating the sound of your space has often involved ugly, permanently mounted panels, but no longer!
Parker Hall
Asus' Gaming Laptop Doesn't Need a Discrete GPU, but It'd Be Better With One
A gaming laptop without a discrete graphics card feels revolutionary, but the TUF Gaming A14 doesn't quite take full advantage of AMD's daring new silicon.
Luke Larsen
These Are the Essential MacBook Accessories Everyone Needs
From charging adapters to external monitors, I’ve gathered the absolute best peripherals for your MacBook.
Luke Larsen
The Best Wi-Fi Routers to Reach Every Corner of Your Home
Don’t suffer the buffer. These WIRED-tested home routers will deliver reliable internet across your home, whatever your needs or budget.
Simon Hill
This Windows Laptop Is a MacBook Neo Killer, and It’s Only $500
In many ways, the HP OmniBook 5 is a better budget laptop than the MacBook Neo, especially when the discounts are strong.
Luke Larsen
The New Wave of Fans Is Surprisingly High-Tech
Swap out your creaky old box fan for a new model that lights up, mists, or even follows you around the room.
Kat Merck
The Outdoor Smart Home Gear I’ll Always Recommend
These locks, lights, and other smart home upgrades let you add automation without messing up your home’s vibe.
Nena Farrell
How Dyson’s and Shark’s New AI Robot Vacs Compare Against Each Other
I let Shark’s and Dyson’s new AI-powered robot vac-mops loose in my home. One was a clear winner.
Nena Farrell
Tempo’s Prepared Meals Are Among the Best Out There. But How Much Chicken Is Too Much?
After testing 14 meals from Tempo, a spin-off subscription service from Home Chef, a colleague and I were surprised by how much we liked them. But lord, there's lots of chicken
Matthew Korfhage
The Best Hybrid Mattresses for the Best of Both Worlds
By combining foam and springs in carefully tuned layers, hybrids hit the sweet spot between soft and supportive. Here are our favorites after extensive testing.
Julia Forbes
The Best 5 Pillows for Neck Pain
Neck pain takes many forms, but these WIRED-tested pillows may save your sleep.
Julia Forbes
The Best Mattresses for Stomach Sleepers Who Need Support
The best mattresses for stomach sleepers have spinal alignment in mind. These are my recommendations as a certified sleep science coach.
Julia Forbes
Most Mattresses Aren’t Designed for Heavy-Bodied Sleepers—This One Actually Is
With latex, coils, and a thoughtful build, the Saatva HD tackles a problem the industry often ignores.
Julia Forbes
How to Use Google Chrome’s New AI-Powered ‘Skills’
The premade Skills available through the Gemini sidebar in Chrome include ways to maximize protein in recipes or summarize YouTube videos.
Reece Rogers
Why Free Data Monitoring Services Are Worth It
Data breaches are more common than ever. Here are the best ways I've found to protect yourself online.
Matthew S. Smith
What Are Identity Protection Services, and Are They Actually Useful?
Here's the best advice I have for protecting your identity online.
Matthew S. Smith
The Best Meal Kits of 2026, Tested by a Former Restaurant Critic
Here are the best meal kits in 2026, from Martha Stewart’s meal kit to the best meal delivery on a budget.
Matthew Korfhage
Which Meta Glasses Will Shield You From the Sun and Grant You Social Media Fame?
Meta is unquestionably winning the face-wearable war. Can you trust the company? Maybe not. But these are some of the nicest glasses I've ever worn.
Adrienne So
This Smart Bird Feeder Lets You Move Its Camera Around, but I’m Not Sure Why You Would
Coolfly’s Aura is colorful, clever, and flexible, but its signature feature ends up being more hassle than help.
Kat Merck
Canyon’s Latest Electric Mountain Bike Is Beginner- and Budget-Friendly
The Spectral:ON CF 8 is a do-it-all, full-carbon electric mountain bike with an 800-Wh battery and under $4,500. Yes, please!
Chris Haslam
The Heybike Comfort Ranger 3.0 Is Stable, Compact, and Convenient
This fully waterproof little folding cargo ebike is tough enough to take on rain and the worst potholes Montana has to offer.
Maggie Slepian
The Best Coffee Mug Warmers Are Smart. But They Don’t Need an App
The first rule of coffee is that it must stay hot. After weeks or even years of testing, these are the three coffee warmers that will best keep it that way.
Matthew Korfhage
The Next-Generation Gozney Dome Turns Pizza Night Into an Event
This colossal pizza oven is both pricey and impractical. It also makes the best pizza I’ve ever cooked at home.
Kat Merck
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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 Put a $150 Air Purifier in My Fridge to See If Food Would Last Longer
The Shelfy 2 uses some interesting science to clean the air, but the results are a mixed bag.
Kat Merck
The Red Light Devices That Helped Our Hair Grow Back
After 16 weeks of daily use, our WIRED testers saw visible hair regrowth with these red light therapy devices.
Boutayna Chokrane
How to Choose the Best Electric Toothbrush for Sensitive Teeth and Gums
How to choose a toothbrush that protects your smile and gum health.
Boutayna Chokrane
I Tested This Hair Regrowth Laser Helmet on My Semi-Willing Husband
After just two months, my husband saw enough hair regrowth that his college friends commented on it.
Julia Forbes
I Can Listen to Bad Bunny While Improving Hair Growth With This Red Light Helmet
This FDA-cleared red-light helmet helps spur hair growth and is Bluetooth-enabled with a comfortable design. But don’t expect results overnight.
Molly Higgins
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Hisense’s Searingly Bright Midrange TV Gets a Premium Makeover
Hisense’s midrange U7 TV gets some high-end upgrades, but the competition is only getting stiffer.
Ryan Waniata
TCL’s Art TV Is Cheaper, but It’s No Samsung Frame
This low-cost art display can’t compete with the Samsung Frame Pro.
John Brandon
Samsung’s Frame Pro TV Looks Like Art on the Wall
This is the first truly impressive art TV I’ve seen.
John Brandon
These Premium Soundbars and Wireless Speakers Compete With Fancy Wired Setups
Soundbars just keep getting better, but some rise above the rest. These are the best high-end soundbars and wireless A/V speakers I’ve tried.
Ryan Waniata
The Simple, Affordable Coros Pace 4 Gives Garmin a Serious Run for Its Money
The Coros Pace 4’s long battery life, training tools, and accessible price point are all reasons why you should reconsider getting a Garmin.
Kieran Alger
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The Best Fitness Trackers Check Your Sleep, Heart Rate, or Even Your Blood
With almost ten years of hands-on testing, WIRED knows what separates the best fitness trackers from the rest.
Adrienne So and Boutayna Chokrane
The Best Apple Watch Bands for Every Occasion
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
I Tested Every New Garmin Training Feature, From Food Tracking to Sports Scores
Nutrition tracking? Gear tracking? Garmin’s latest software updates aim to add value to the company’s line of premium sports watches.
Michael Sawh
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How to Clean Your Vinyl Records (Because They’re Filthy!)
Those clicks and pops aren’t supposed to be there. Give your music a proper bath with this handy guide.
Parker Hall and Michael Calore
Bought Your First House? You'll Need These 3 Tools
New to DIY and home repair? These are the essential power tools that will make your life easier, no matter what you’re building and repairing.
Scott Gilbertson
There’s a Secret Ingredient to Making Luxury Ice at Home
Nice ice is big business, but you can get perfectly clear cubes at home without freezing your assets.
Jeremy White
Google Now Lets You Change Your Gmail Address. Here’s How
You’ve probably had the same Gmail address for years. Now, it’s easy to make a name change without worrying about the transition.
Reece Rogers