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The Best Samsung Phones of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

From flagship and budget to flipping and folding, Samsungs Galaxy range spans the breadth of the smartphone cosmos. WIREDs here to help you make your choice.

15 Feb 2026 5:30 pm
The Nothing That Has the Potential to Be Anything

You can never truly empty a box. Why? Zero-point energy.

15 Feb 2026 5:30 pm
9 Best Windows Laptops (2026): WIRED-Tested Laptops to Buy

Windows laptops have never been so good, and they're only going to get better as we move through 2026.

15 Feb 2026 5:00 pm
Googles AI Overviews Can Scam You. Heres How to Stay Safe

Beyond mistakes or nonsense, deliberately bad information being injected into AI search summaries is leading people down potentially harmful paths.

15 Feb 2026 5:00 pm
CurrentBody LED Hair Growth Helmet Review: Baby Hairs Abound (2026)

This FDA-cleared red-light helmet helps spur hair growth and is Bluetooth-enabled with a comfortable design. But dont expect results overnight.

15 Feb 2026 4:38 pm
AI, Fancy Footwear, and All the Other Gear Powering Olympic Bobsledding

Bobsledders rely a lot on specialized equipment to perform well and stay safe during the Formula 1 of ice. Heres a quick guide.

15 Feb 2026 4:30 pm
Best Apple Watch (2026): Series 11, SE 3, and Ultra 3

Should you splurge on the new Series 11, or will the SE 3 do? Let us help you figure out which version to get (and which to avoid).

14 Feb 2026 6:30 pm
How to Choose the Right Gaming Laptop (2026): What You Need to Know

With over a decade of experience in reviewing gaming laptops, heres my rundown of what to consider before pulling the trigger.

14 Feb 2026 5:30 pm
Heres What Its Like to Use H&R Blocks DIY Tax Service (2026)

Filing taxes is a pain. Heres how H&R Block DIY performed against other services I tested.

14 Feb 2026 4:33 pm
Gear News of the Week: Samsung Sets a Date for Galaxy Unpacked, and Fitbits AI Coach Comes to iOS

Plus: iOS 26.3 makes it easy to switch to Android, Google cancels the Android 17 beta, and YouTube debuts on the Apple Vision Pro.

14 Feb 2026 4:30 pm
Lola Blankets Are 45 Percent Off This Presidents Day Weekend

From February 14 to 16, these ultra-plush blankets and throws are nearly half off. No exclusions.

14 Feb 2026 4:00 pm
Robot Dogs Are on Going on Patrol at the 2026 World Cup in Mexico

The Mexican city of Guadalupe, which will host portions of the 2026 World Cup, recently showed off four new robot dogs that will help provide security during matches at BBVA Stadium.

14 Feb 2026 3:30 pm
Sony Promo Codes and Discounts: 45% Off

Upgrade your setup with Sonys newest releases. Save on industry-leading noise-canceling audio, and pro-level Alpha cameras.

14 Feb 2026 11:30 am
Social Security Workers Are BeingTold to Hand Over Appointment Details to ICE

The recent request goes against decades of precedent and puts noncitizens at further risk of immigration enforcement actions.

14 Feb 2026 1:40 am
Senators Urge Top Regulator to Stay Out of Prediction Market Lawsuits

As prediction market platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi battle regulators in court, Senate Democrats are urging the CFTC to avoid weighing in, escalating a broader fight over the burgeoning industry.

14 Feb 2026 1:01 am
Join Our Livestream: The Hype, Reality, and Future of EVs

Pose your questions to a panel of WIRED experts about the future of the electric vehicle industry.

14 Feb 2026 12:51 am
20 Best Presidents' Day Deals on Gear Our Reviewers Actually Used (2026)

Shop these limited-time sales to save on some of our favorite gadgets from Branch, Eufy, and more.

14 Feb 2026 12:07 am
Zillow Has Gone Wildfor AI

As the housing market stalls, Zillows CEO sees AI as an ingredient rather than a threat that can both help the company protect its turf and reinvent how people search for homes.

13 Feb 2026 9:44 pm
Here's Why I'd Buy the Last Samsung Soundbar First

Going one or two generations back in Samsung's Q990 soundbar series is the smartest way to get insane home theater sound.

13 Feb 2026 4:30 pm
Waymo Asks the DC Public to Pressure Their City Officials

Stuck in regulatory limbo, the self-driving-vehicle developer is encouraging residents of Washington, DC, to message public officials to help get its robotaxis onto roads.

13 Feb 2026 1:30 am
A Wave of Unexplained Bot Traffic Is Sweeping the Web

From small publishers to US federal agencies, websites are reporting unusual spikes in automated traffic linked to IP addresses in Lanzhou, China.

13 Feb 2026 1:20 am
OpenAIs President Gave Millions to Trump. He Says Its for Humanity

In an interview with WIRED, Greg Brockman says his political donations support OpenAI's missioneven if some employees at the company disagree.

13 Feb 2026 12:30 am
Our Favorite TV Is Still Almost Half Off

Best Buy continues to sell the TCL QM6K for a staggering discount.

12 Feb 2026 11:59 pm
Elon Musk's X Appears to Be Violating US Sanctions by Selling Premium Accounts to Iranian Leaders

While publicly supporting protesters in Iran, Elon Musk's X appears to have been selling premium accounts to regime officials. Checkmarks were removed from certain accounts after a WIRED inquiry.

12 Feb 2026 7:57 pm
How to Choose the Right TV in 2026 (and a Few We Like)

How many ports do you need? What does 4K UHD even mean? What's RGB LED? Heres everything you need to know.

12 Feb 2026 7:30 pm
Heres What Its Like to Use TurboTaxs Mobile App to File Taxes on Your Own (2026)

Sigh. Another tax season is upon us. I filed my taxes with TurboTax, exploring its newest features and free or low-cost filing options.

12 Feb 2026 7:08 pm
The Best Kindle Accessories (2026): Cases, Page Turners, Stickers

Looking to better protect your Kindle or add a little personality to your favorite e-reader? From cases and covers to page turners and even charms, this is the guide for you.

12 Feb 2026 7:04 pm
Crypto-Funded Human Trafficking Is Exploding

The use of cryptocurrency in sales of human beings for prostitution and scam compounds nearly doubled in 2025, according to a conservative estimate. Many of the deals are happening in plain sight.

12 Feb 2026 6:30 pm
13 Best MagSafe Power Banks for iPhones (2026), Tested and Reviewed

Keep your iPhone or Qi2 Android phone topped up with one of these WIRED-tested Qi2 or MagSafe portable chargers.

12 Feb 2026 6:00 pm
Therabody JetBoots Pro Plus Review: 3-in-1 Recovery Tech

The JetBoots Pro Plus promise faster, more effective recovery by combining multiple therapies in one device. I tested whether its worth the $1,150 splurge.

12 Feb 2026 5:30 pm
Alexa+ and Kindle Scribe Now Work Together With Send to Alexa

The new Send to Alexa feature lets you send Kindle Scribe notebooks to your Echo device with just a couple of taps.

12 Feb 2026 4:36 pm
I Tried RentAHuman, Where AI Agents Hired Me to Hype Their AI Startups

Rather than offering a revolutionary new approach to gig work, RentAHuman is filled with bots that just want me to be another cog in the AI hype machine.

12 Feb 2026 4:30 pm
Many Adjustable Bed Frames Have a Zero Gravity Feature. I Tried It for a Week

I decided to try my adjustable bed frames zero gravity feature for a week. I wouldnt do it again.

12 Feb 2026 4:05 pm
The Fight Over US Climate Rules Is Just Beginning

As the EPA moves to roll back the endangerment finding, which allows it to regulate greenhouse gases, experts predict uncertainty for business and a protracted legal fight.

12 Feb 2026 4:00 pm
The Best Hearing Aids of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

These WIRED-tested devices will help you hear sounds more clearly. Never miss out on a dinner conversation again.

12 Feb 2026 4:00 pm
15 Best Bed Frames (2026), Tested in Our Homes

Looking for the best bed frame? Our top pick is the Classic Bed from Thuma. Explore our other favorites, which include options for all budgets and tastes.

12 Feb 2026 3:33 pm