Apple Mac Mini M6 and Mac Studio M5 Ultra: Specs, Price, Release Date
Apple’s Mac Mini and Mac Studio have been tough to buy for months, but updated versions have arrived. Both include new chips optimized for AI, with the M6 Mac Mini getting a $200 price bump.
I Tested Kitchen Composters for 2 Years. These Are the Ones I’d Buy (2026)
After years of smells, strange noises, and “tea,” these are the composters and food recyclers I’d actually recommend.
The 4 Best Car Phone Mounts I’ve Tried (2026): Belkin, Andery, Andobil
The best car phone holders keep your phone firmly in place while never getting in your line of sight. I took a dozen on road trips this summer to find the best.
The County Prosecutors Who Became ICE Informants
Illinois prosecutors shared defendants’ personal data with federal immigration agents without criminal warrants, public disclosure, or legislative oversight.
Optoma GT2400HDR Review: Ace Projector for Golf Simulation
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.
Border Wall Construction Threatens 6,000 Years of History on Private Lands
Archeologists are confronting an “unfathomable” loss as border wall construction is set to cut across ranches that are home to unique historical sites, many of which haven’t been fully studied.
It Should Be Harder to Apply for a Job. No, Really
Thanks to a dwindling supply of open roles, “one-click” applications, and the rise of artificial intelligence, it’s easier than ever to apply for a job. We’re all paying the price.
Spirit Airlines Wants to Sell Its Data to Google. Former Flight Attendants Are Freaked Out
“It never crossed my mind that they would be so bold as to sell our private data for AI,” says one former Spirit Airlines flight attendant.
Omega Just Released a Mini Moonwatch
Say hello to a revamped collection of perfectly proportioned 38-mm Speedmasters.
Data Centers Are Driving an Alarming Gas Power Expansion in the US
There’s no clearer sign of the data center boom than rampant gas projects that have been proposed or that are already under construction.
Bitdefender VPN Review: Fast and Affordable Privacy
Bitdefender VPN has an excellent starting price, even if it lacks the advanced features that privacy nerds may want.
Can You Kill Salmonella in Eggs Without Cooking Them? I Tried It
With advice from infectious disease experts, I tested a low-effort way to pasteurize eggs at home.
The Best Kitchen Gadget to Prevent Salmonella Is a Good Meat Probe
Salmonella outbreaks are seemingly everywhere right now. A good temperature probe is the last and best line of defense.
My Daily Driver Gaming Headset Is Super Cheap Right Now
I love this multi-device headset, and right now it’s cheaper than what I paid for it in March.
Birdfy Nest Duo Review: My Own Private Nature Documentary
With two cameras and built-in climate sensors, the Birdfy Nest Duo let me watch an entire nesting season unfold.
The Kindle Accessories I Never Want to Read Without (2026)
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.
The Best Home Theater Projectors in 2026: XGIMI, Hisense, Leica, and More
Home theater projectors are getting better and better, and have quickly become my favorite way to enjoy movies.
Forget Meta Ray-Bans. These Dorky-Looking Virtual Display Glasses Are Way More Useful
Tethered display glasses are truly practical face computers. They trade bulky spatial computing for simplicity: Plug in, recline, and get a massive screen right in front of your nose.
The Best Multiuse Air Purifier for Home in 2026: BlueAir, Rabbit Air, Dreame
These WIRED-tested dual-purpose air purifiers also function as heaters, fans, art pieces, and more, offering the best of both worlds.
They Dedicated Their Lives to Teaching. Then the Deepfakes Started
The deepfake epidemic in schools is affecting more than students. Four teachers tell WIRED about becoming targets of sexualized, AI-generated content—and how difficult it was to find accountability.