Somehow This $10,000 Flame-Thrower Robot Dog Is Completely Legal in 48 States: Meet Thermonator. It blasts fire up to 30 feet and has Bluetooth.
arstechnica.com/gadgets/2024/04/you-can-now-buy-a-flame-throwing-robot-dog-for-under-10000/
Google Thinks It Can Cash In on Generative AI. Microsoft Already Has: While both Alphabet and Microsoft boasted strong earnings, only one tech giant showed that ...
wired.com/story/microsoft-google-earnings-generative-ai/
The TikTok Ultimatum Is Here. What Does It Mean?: This week, we talk about the looming TikTok ban and what it means for the politicians and influencers who ...
wired.com/story/tiktok-ban-influencers-election/
Quick Glance: TikTok Ban Threat: ByteDance Prefers Closure Over Sale, Insiders Say
- ByteDance, the owner of TikTok, would prefer to shut down its loss-making app rather than sell it if all legal options to fight legislation to ban the platform from app stores in the US are exhausted, said four sources.
- TikTok accounts for a small share of ByteDance’s total revenues and daily active users, so the parent would rather have the app shut down in the US in a worst-case scenario than sell it to a potential American buyer, they said.
- ByteDance would not agree to sell one of its most valuable assets – its “secret source” – to rivals, said the four sources, referring to the TikTok algorithm.
- After facing challenges regarding bans, the short-form video app has encountered partial and attempted prohibitions in the US and other nations.
Net Neutrality Returns to a Very Different Internet: The FCC voted 3-2 to restore net neutrality rules that had disappeared during the Trump administration.
wired.com/story/fcc-net-neutrality-rules-vote/
Quick Glance: FCC Votes to Restore Net Neutrality Rules
- The FCC voted 3-2 along political party lines to reinstate rules from 2017 to prevent internet service providers from disrupting your internet speed.
- Restoring net neutrality has been a focus for President Joe Biden and was approved by a majority of the FCC.
- Net neutrality protects consumers from ISP control, promotes fair rules, and safeguards against online fraud and scams.
- The discussion on net neutrality also raises questions about service pricing and highlights the importance for internet infrastructure.
13 Best Outdoor Security Cameras (2024): Battery-Powered, LTE, No Subscription: These weatherproof outdoor security cams keep a watchful eye on your property ...
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There's a Rare $25 Discount on the Nintendo Switch OLED Right Now: Nintendo's top-of-the-line handheld gaming console hardly ever goes on sale ...
wired.com/story/nintendo-switch-oled-deal-april-2024/
10 Best Cold-Brew Coffee Makers (2024): Oxo, KitchenAid, and More: Good cold-brewed coffee tastes like magic. Learn how to make it right—no barista necessary.
wired.com/story/best-cold-brew-coffee-makers/
Meta’s Open Source Llama 3 Is Already Nipping at OpenAI’s Heels: Meta’s decision to give away powerful AI software for free could threaten the business models of ...
wired.com/story/metas-open-source-llama-3-nipping-at-openais-heels/
No, a Shadowy Figure Is Not Buying Tents for Columbia Student Protesters: Conspiracies about outside forces funding and orchestrating the university protests at ...
wired.com/story/conspiracy-tents-student-protests-gaza/
Sign up for the Politics Lab newsletter: Politics has never been stranger—or more online. Makena Kelly and the WIRED Politics team are your guide through the ...
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Elizabeth Warren Calls for Crackdown on Crypto’s Role in Child Sexual Abuse: US senators have called for fresh scrutiny of crypto’s role in paying for child ...
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The Eufy X10 Pro Omni’s AI Smarts Are Worth the Price: I regret to inform you that $800 is a decent price for Eufy’s midrange AI-enabled robot vacuum-mop.
wired.com/review/eufy-x10-pro-omni/
Using the Yale Approach Smart Lock Feels Like a Real Smart-Home Experience: Yale's first deadbolt adapter magically unlocks your door when it senses ...
wired.com/review/yale-approach-lock-review/
How to Set Up a VPN on Your Router to Protect Your Home Wi-Fi Network: Add extra security and privacy to your smart home gadgets, streaming boxes ...
wired.com/story/how-to-set-up-a-vpn-on-your-router/
14 Last-Minute Tool Deals From Home Depot and Lowe's: Power Tools, Yard Tools, Hand Tools
wired.com/story/home-depot-lowes-spring-sale-2024/
Dreame X30 Ultra Can Mop Your Floors, Then Ditch the Damp Pads: Want a robot vacuum that mops, but don’t want damp pads dragged on your carpet? The Dreame X30 ...
wired.com/review/dreame-x30-ultra-robot-vac-mop/
How to Clean a Coffee Grinder (2024): Cleaning your coffee grinder is a bit of a chore, but doing so will greatly improve the taste of your daily cup ...
wired.com/story/how-to-clean-a-coffee-grinder/
Ads for Explicit ‘AI Girlfriends’ Are Swarming Facebook and Instagram: WIRED found thousands of ads running on Meta’s social platforms promoting sexually ...
wired.com/story/ads-for-explicit-ai-girlfriends-swarming-facebook-and-instagram/
Test Your Knowledge of Internet Acronyms: This week, we probe each other’s knowledge of common acronyms from the early internet, the mobile era, and the AI boom ...
wired.com/story/gadget-lab-podcast-641/
A new rule from the US Federal Trade Commission invalidates most noncompete agreements, frequently used to bind tech workers ... Show more
Quick Glance: US implements ban on worker 'competition agreements' with business groups filing lawsuits
- The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has approved a framework to eliminate agreements often signed by employees to refrain from joining their employers' competitors or establishing rival businesses.
- The ban on noncompete agreements is projected to boost worker earnings by up to $488 billion over the next decade and facilitate the establishment of over 8,500 new businesses annually.
- Prominent business associations have criticized the framework and declared legal actions, contending that noncompete agreements assist companies in safeguarding trade secrets and advancing competitiveness.
- Unions have endorsed the FTC's vote in favor of the ban, hailing it as a significant triumph for workers that will enhance the national economy by fostering entrepreneurship.
How NASA Repaired Voyager 1 From 15 Billion Miles Away: The far-traveled space probe is once again transmitting usable data, after a glitch caused months of ...
arstechnica.com/space/2024/04/recoding-voyager-1-nasas-interstellar-explorer-is-finally-making-sense-again/
Quick Glance: Voyager 1: Successful Communication Restoration
- After months of nonsensical transmissions, Voyager 1 is finally communicating clearly with Earth.
- NASA has resolved issues with the probe and obtained clear information on its health.
- Voyager 1 has made significant scientific discoveries but is significantly affected by the harsh space environment.
- Despite the temporary repair of communication issues, NASA scientists are aware that the spacecraft won't last indefinitely.
Doctors Combined a Heart Pump and Pig Kidney Transplant in Breakthrough Surgery: In the first procedure of its kind, a 54-year-old New Jersey woman received a ...
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Quick Glance: Revolutionary Transplant: Heart Pump and Pig Kidney
- The first transplant surgery combining a mechanical heart pump and a gene-edited pig kidney was successfully performed at NYU Langone Health.
- The patient, 54-year-old Lisa Pisano from New Jersey, received the heart pump and pig kidney due to heart failure and end-stage kidney disease.
- Experts view xenotransplants as crucial to addressing organ shortages by transplanting animal organs into humans.
- Gene editing aims to prevent the human immune system from rejecting the animal organs, facilitating successful transplantations.
12 Best Wi-Fi Routers (2024): Budget, Gaming, Mesh: Don’t suffer the buffer. These WIRED-tested systems will deliver reliable internet across your home whatever ...
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Rabbit's AI Assistant Is Here. And Soon a Camera Wearable Will Be Too: WIRED went along to the company's launch event where customers picked up the very first ...
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Quick Glance: Rabbit R1: More Fun and Accessible than Humane AI Pin
- The Rabbit R1 is a compact AI companion with a screen and camera.
- Compared to the Humane AI Pin, the R1 is more affordable and user-friendly.
- R1 offers a range of features like image recognition and a personal touch.
- Rabbit promises continuous improvements and new features for the R1.
'Metaphor: ReFantazio' Steals the Best Ideas From 'Persona 5': Atlus promises it’s next game, out later this year, will be a culmination of all of its beloved ...
wired.com/story/metaphor-refantazio-steals-the-best-ideas-from-persona-5/
'ArcaneDoor' Cyberspies Hacked Cisco Firewalls to Access Government Networks: Sources suspect China is behind the targeted exploitation of two zero-day ...
wired.com/story/arcanedoor-cyberspies-hacked-cisco-firewalls-to-access-government-networks/
Nissan's Furry, Robotic Iruyo Puppet Comforts Your Crying Baby While You Drive: Iruyo, a new creation from Nissan, uses two-way cameras, microphones ...
wired.com/story/nissan-iruyo-furry-robotic-puppet-comforts-your-crying-baby-while-you-drive/
The Showdown Over Who Gets to Build the Next DeLorean: Decades after her dad’s iconic sports car time-traveled into movie history, Kat DeLorean wants to build a ...
wired.com/story/delorean-showdown/
ShotSpotter Keeps Listening for Gunfire After Contracts Expire: Internal emails suggest that the company continued to provide gunshot data to police in cities ...
wired.com/story/shotspotter-keeps-listening-contracts-expire/
How to Handle Online Harassment When It Happens to You: If your mentions, inbox, and DMs are blowing up with hateful comments, here are the technological and ...
wired.com/story/how-to-deal-with-online-harassment/
Plant-Based Meat Boomed. Here Comes the Bust: Sales of vegan meat are trending downward in the US, with companies scrambling to win back customers.
wired.com/story/plant-based-meat-sales-2023/
Bang & Olufsen Beosystem 9000c: Price, Specs, Release Date: Bang & Olufsen has released just 200 units of its new-old CD changer, but it reminds us that a ...
wired.com/story/bang-olufsen-beosound-9000-cd-changer-is-back/
Tesla Promises 'More Affordable Vehicles' and a 'Cybercab': Elon Musk’s automaker told investors Tuesday that sales and revenue are down but that new “more ...
wired.com/story/tesla-promises-more-affordable-vehicles-cybercab/
GoWise’s Steam Air Fryer Is an Intriguing Combo Cooker: GoWise’s countertop device combines two different cooking functions: air frying and steaming ...
wired.com/review/gowise-steam-air-fryer/
4 Best Gaming Laptops (2024): From Cheap to Premium: We tested the latest and greatest gaming laptops—from portable machines to an 18-inch gargantuan—so you can ...
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Tesla Recalls Cybertruck Over Faulty Pedals—Its Worst Flaw Yet: Tesla has issued a voluntary recall for nearly 4,000 Cybertrucks because the accelerator pad ...
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Quick Glance: Tesla Cybertrucks Recall Issued
- Tesla responds to defective accelerator pedals in nearly 3,900 Cybertruck pickups causing unintended acceleration.
- The recall involves Cybertruck vehicles manufactured between November 2023 and April 2024.
- An unauthorized use of soap during the accelerator pedal assembly likely led to the defect.
- Tesla voluntarily recalled the vehicles on April 12 due to two customer complaints.
Laptop Buying Guide (2024): How to Choose the Right PC (Step-by-Step Guide): Shopping for a laptop can be infuriating. Here’s how to sift through the acronyms ...
wired.com/story/how-to-buy-the-right-laptop-for-you/
Elehear’s Alpha Pro OTC Hearing Aids Have Great Battery Life: These midrange over-the-counter hearing aids have stellar battery life and can use your phone’s mic ...
wired.com/review/elehear-alpha-pro/
Change Healthcare Finally Admits It Paid Ransomware Hackers—and Still Faces a Patient Data Leak
wired.com/story/change-healthcare-admits-it-paid-ransomware-hackers/
Porsche Macan Electric 2024 Review: Second Is Best: The all-new, all-electric Macan mixes sportiness and sensibility—and the best news is you should shun the ...
wired.com/review/review-porsche-macan-electric-2024/
The Asus Zephyrus G14 Has MacBook Style and Powerhouse Performance: This gaming laptop combines the display of your rich friend’s TV and the chassis of a Macbook ...
wired.com/review/asus-rog-zephyrus-g14/
3 Best Cold-Plunge Tubs (2024): Luxe, Budget, and Advice: Keen to try the latest wellness trend, I plunged out of my comfort zone. These are my favorite ...
wired.com/story/best-cold-plunge-tubs/
A National Security Insider Does the Math on the Dangers of AI: Jason Matheny, CEO of the influential think tank Rand Corporation, says advances in AI are making ...
wired.com/story/jason-matheny-national-security-insider-dangers-of-ai/
23 Everyday Products Made From Recycled Materials (2024): Chargers, Watches, Toys
wired.com/gallery/our-favorite-upcycled-and-recycled-products/
The Best Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products (2024): For Kitchens, Bathrooms, and Laundry
wired.com/story/eco-friendly-natural-cleaning-products/
16 Best Recycled and Upcycled Clothes (2024): Leggings, Sneakers, T-shirts: Who knew plastic bottles could look (and feel) this good? These leggings, shoes ...
wired.com/gallery/our-favorite-recycled-clothes-and-accessories/
23 Reusable Products We Love (2024): Sustainable Bags, Water Bottles, Straws, and More
wired.com/gallery/our-favorite-reusable-products/
GaeaStar's 3D-Printed Clay Coffee Cups Are Disposable, but Can They Save Us From Microplastics?
wired.com/story/gaeastar-3d-printed-clay-coffee-cups-verve-coffee/
The Next US President Will Have Troubling New Surveillance Powers: Over the weekend, President Joe Biden signed legislation not only reauthorizing a major FISA ...
wired.com/story/section-702-reauthorization-expansion/
North Korea is evading sanctions by animating Max and Amazon shows: Thousands of exposed files on North Korean server tell the tale.
wired.com/story/north-korea-amazon-max-animation-exposed-server/
Quick Glance: Kim Leads Rocket Drills for Nuclear Counterattacks
- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised rocket launches simulating nuclear counterattacks.
- The drills showcased the strength of the country's nuclear forces.
- The rockets were described as highly accurate and capable of carrying tactical nuclear warheads.
- The US and South Korea are responding with enhanced military exercises and nuclear deterrence strategies.
That’s right—boomergasms are on the rise.
As Gen Z ditches online dating and millennials struggle to recapture the golden days of social media ... Show more
Will the Olympics Save Nike From Its Midlife Crisis?: Nike’s reputation—and sales—are both in trouble. The Paris games could be the aging brand’s chance to turn ...
wired.com/story/will-the-olympics-save-nike-from-its-midlife-crisis/
Quick Glance: Controversy Surrounding Nike's New Olympic Track Uniform for Women
- Elite athletes reveal Nike's new lineup in Paris
- Criticism over controversial design choices for Team USA's outfit
- Nike emphasizes diversity of available styles and athletes' comfort
- Discussion on women's sports attire and individual autonomy
We Tested the BYD Seal—the Car That Explains Why Tesla Just Cut Its Prices: A world-class saloon for the people, from China’s biggest name in EVs ...
wired.com/review/review-byd-seal-2024/
Boomergasms Are Booming: Dating apps from Feeld to Match have become ground zero for aging singles to unlock their newfound sexual appetites—and a bolder sense ...
wired.com/story/boomergasms-are-booming/
Semiconductor Giant ASML Has a New Boss, and a Big Problem: European chip machine-maker ASML is at the center of US-China trade tensions. Its new chief executive ...
wired.com/story/asml-ceo-chip-war-christophe-fouquet/
9 Best Indoor Security Cameras (2024): For Homes and Apartments: We tested and rounded up our favorite security cameras. They can offer peace of mind ...
wired.com/gallery/best-security-cameras/
These Hearing Aids Are Big and Clunky, but They Help With Mild Hearing Loss: They look like a pair of Bluetooth earpieces from the early 2000s ...
wired.com/review/olive-union-olive-max-otc-hearing-aids/
What Is 5G Home Internet? Here’s Everything You Need to Know (2024): Carriers are starting to offer home internet packages that rely on 5G cellular data service ...
wired.com/story/what-is-5g-home-internet/
Skip the Paste—You Should Chomp Down on a Toothpaste Tablet: Switching to a toothpaste tablet has been one of the easiest refillable options I've found ...
wired.com/story/chomp-down-toothpaste-tablet-rave/
Here’s a Clever Way to Uncover America’s Voting Deserts: Mathematicians are using topological abstractions to find places poorly served by polling stations.
wired.com/story/voting-deserts-maths-topology/
7 Best Smart Plugs (2024): Indoor Plugs, Outdoor Plugs, and Advice: Adding an internet-connected plug is an easy way to modernize your home ...
wired.com/gallery/best-smart-plugs/
You Can Clamp Your Phone Into Razer’s Fancy New Game Controller: Plus: GMC has a new great big electric pickup, Meta adds instant AI image generation to WhatsApp ...
wired.com/story/razer-kishi-ultra-game-controller/
How to Buy a Hearing Aid: Top Questions and Answers: With the hearing aid industry’s shift to over-the-counter sales, the market is flooded with new models ...
wired.com/story/how-to-buy-a-hearing-aid/
GE’s Café Specialty Grind and Brew Can't Make Just One Cup: GE's machine is an all-in-one coffee maker that doesn't brew single cups ...
wired.com/review/ge-cafe-specialty-grind-and-brew/
Turning your kitchen into a café is a great way to learn (or hone) the art of making the perfect shot.
My Life Outside of the Apple Vision Pro: Apple's mixed-reality headset is impossible to ignore and, one WIRED writer finds, can create a wall of isolation ...
wired.com/story/the-only-thing-worse-than-one-vision-pro-in-a-relationship-is-two/
16 Best Hair Straighteners We've Tested (2024): Flat Irons, Hot Combs, and Straightening Brushes
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The Taylor Swift Album Leak’s Big AI Problem: When "The Tortured Poets Department" leaked, some Taylor Swift fans swore it must be AI. Expect that to be a common ...
wired.com/story/the-taylor-swift-album-leaks-big-ai-problem/
Quick Glance: Patti Smith Applauds Taylor Swift in 'Tortured Poets Department'
- Taylor Swift mentions Patti Smith in her new album 'The Tortured Poets Department'.
- Smith responded positively by posting photos of herself with a book by Dylan Thomas.
- Despite seeming different, Smith expressed understanding for Swift and praised her for potentially influencing fans positively.
- HuffPost calls for support for high-quality journalism that is freely accessible to all.
Bitcoin Miners Brace for the ‘Halving’—and Race to Cash In: The Bitcoin halving is imminent. Crypto mining companies are reaching for every trick in the book to ...
wired.com/story/bitcoin-miners-halving/
Quick Glance: Bitcoin 'Halving' Completed, CoinGecko Reports
- Bitcoin, the world's largest cryptocurrency, completed its 'halving' on Friday, a phenomenon that occurs roughly every four years according to CoinGecko.
- Following the 'halving', Bitcoin remained relatively stable, dropping by 0.47% to $63,747.
- The 'halving' was integrated into Bitcoin's code at its inception to reduce the rate of new Bitcoins being created.
- Experts are divided on whether the upcoming 'halving' will boost Bitcoin's price, with some viewing it as already factored in, while others remain skeptical.
Kuhn Rikon’s Swiss-Made Cast-Iron Pan Is Smooth and Sustainable: You probably don't need it, but Kuhn Rikon's Swiss-made cast-iron pan will convert you ...
wired.com/review/kuhn-rikon-black-star-cast-iron/
A Wave of AI Tools Is Set to Transform Work Meetings: An AI-powered wearable from startup Limitless promises to make meetings more productive ...
wired.com/story/taking-baby-steps-toward-the-ai-meeting-singularity/
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