Best Apps for Focus (2026): Focus Friend, Forest, Focus Traveller
Distractions? What distractions? Here are our recommendations for apps that help you stay focused on the task at hand. ⌘ Read more

Discord Sleuths Gained Unauthorized Access to Anthropic’s Mythos
Plus: Spy firms tap into a global telecom weakness to track targets, 500,000 UK health records go up for sale on Alibaba, Apple patches a revealing notification bug, and more. ⌘ Read more

‘Saros’ Shows Off the PS5’s DualSense Tricks
The new game from the creators of Returnal goes all-in on the PlayStation’s haptics and 3D audio. Maybe it will catch on with other game developers. ⌘ Read more

The Online Civil War About ‘Michael’ Is a Battle Over Truth
Fans want to reclaim the music and myth of Michael Jackson in the new biopic while critics call for accountability. Who’s right? ⌘ Read more

Ace the Ping-Pong Robot Can Whup Your Ass
Ace can read the trajectory of a ball, adjust the racket angle, and respond with strokes that keep the exchange alive with real players. ⌘ Read more

Altra Promo Codes: Get 20% Off Plus Free Shipping
Score big savings on Altra Running shoes with up to 50% off sale styles, 20% off select models, 10% off your first order when you sign up, plus free standard delivery on every purchase. ⌘ Read more

Give Mom Warm Coffee Year-Long With This Ember Smart Mug Deal
If an Ember mug is at the top of Mom’s wish list, this sale is worth checking out. ⌘ Read more

Beatbot Pool-Cleaning Robots Are on Sale for a Limited Time
Get ready for summer with discounts on the best robot pool cleaners we’ve tested. ⌘ Read more

AI-Designed Drugs by a DeepMind Spinoff Are Headed to Human Trials
Isomorphic Labs president Max Jaderberg said at WIRED Health in London that the startup has built a “broad and exciting pipeline of new medicines.” ⌘ Read more

Designer Baby Companies Are in Turmoil
Bootstrap Bio and Manhattan Genomics, which were pursuing human embryo editing to prevent serious disease, have shut down. ⌘ Read more

The Latest Push to Extend Key US Spy Powers Is Still a Mess
A US surveillance program that lets the FBI view Americans’ communications without a warrant is up for renewal. A new bill aims to address mounting lawmaker concerns—with smoke and mirrors. ⌘ Read more

Apple’s Next CEO Needs to Launch a Killer AI Product
Tim Cook was a great CEO, but he didn’t crack AI.  It’s job number 1 for John Ternus. ⌘ Read more

Dyson PencilVac Review (2026): Limited but Handy
Dyson’s newest stick vacuum has a fresh, streamlined look and some limitations. But I still keep reaching for it. ⌘ Read more

The Best Cordless Vacuums for Your Whole House (2026)
Clean your house without the constraint of a power cord with these cordless stick vacuums. ⌘ Read more

They Wanted to Join Raya. They’ve Been on the Waiting List for Years
Getting into Raya, the exclusive members-only dating app, has become nearly impossible for some. We met people who have waited as long as two, five, and even seven years to join. ⌘ Read more

VMax New V4 Electric Scooter Review: Unleash the Beast
VMax’s new electric scooter has a secret menu that lets you unlock the top speed and engage cruise control. ⌘ Read more

Best Merino Wool T-Shirts (2026): Ibex, Icebreaker, Unbound Merino
These merino wool tees are the last shirts you’ll ever wear. I’m wearing one right now. ⌘ Read more

The Federal Agency Coming for Gender-Affirming Care
A series of new hires and investigations at the FTC appear to focus on penalizing gender-affirming care for minors—and those who speak in favor of it. ⌘ Read more

The Men Behind Your Favorite AI Gay Thirst Traps
A viral red carpet moment shone light on a group of hunky Instagram influencers—and the followers who are too horny to care that they’re not real. ⌘ Read more

The WIRED Gear Team’s Tips on Ways to Save Money
We pooled advice from our team—and a few financial experts—so you can worry less and save more in these turbulent times. ⌘ Read more

5 Reasons to Think Twice Before Using ChatGPT—or Any Chatbot—for Financial Advice
As people increasingly rely on AI chatbots for guidance, even on financial matters, a healthy dose of skepticism is critical. ⌘ Read more

Airfare Keeps Going Up. Here Are Some Tricks to Finding Cheap(er) Tickets
It’s an expensive time to fly. These tips can help lighten the load on your wallet. ⌘ Read more

Target Promo Code: $50 Off | April 2026
Get $50 off your next order or up to 50% off site wide with Target coupon codes and Circle deals. ⌘ Read more

Sam’s Club Promo Codes: 60% Off for April 2026
Save on bulk groceries, household essentials, and electronics with a verified Sam’s Club promo code or membership discount. ⌘ Read more

KitchenAid Promo Codes: Save Up to 20%
Save on every purchase with top KitchenAid coupons from WIRED, including up to 20% off countertop appliances. ⌘ Read more

Design Within Reach Promo Codes: 30% Off | April 2026
Get 30% off, 20% off, and free shipping with our Design Within Reach coupon codes, plus up to 50% off furniture with these special discounts. ⌘ Read more

US Special Forces Soldier Arrested for Polymarket Bets on Maduro Raid
The master sergeant allegedly used classified intel to profit on the capture of Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro, marking the first US arrest for insider trading on a prediction market. ⌘ Read more

Newly Deciphered Sabotage Malware May Have Targeted Iran’s Nuclear Program—and Predates Stuxnet
Researchers have finally cracked Fast16, mysterious code capable of silently tampering with calculation and simulation software. It was created in 2005—and likely deployed by the US or an ally. ⌘ Read more

Rednote Draws a Line Between China and the World
As the platform expands abroad, it’s taking steps to separate Chinese users from the international audiences it once brought together. ⌘ Read more

Apple’s Next Chapter, SpaceX and Cursor Strike a Deal, and Palantir’s Controversial Manifesto
In this week’s episode of Uncanny Valley, we talk about Tim Cook’s legacy as CEO at Apple and what his long-rumored departure means for the future of one of the world’s biggest companies. ⌘ Read more

At ‘AI Coachella,’ Stanford Students Line Up to Learn From Silicon Valley Royalty
CS 153 has gone viral on the Palo Alto campus—and on X. Not everyone is happy about it. ⌘ Read more

Palantir Employees Are Starting to Wonder if They’re the Bad Guys
Interviews with current and former Palantir employees, along with internal Slack messages obtained by WIRED, suggest a workforce in turmoil. ⌘ Read more

Lume Cube Edge Light Go Review (2026): Versatile, Portable
Portable lamps are rarely, if ever, as powerful, precise, and multipurpose as the Lume Cube Edge Light Go. ⌘ Read more

These New Smart Glasses From Ex-OnePlus Engineers Have a Hidden Cost
The Kickstarter-funded glasses from L’Atitude 52°N have AI features bundled for 1 year, but the company doesn’t know yet how much it will charge for access after that. ⌘ Read more

The Best Robotic Pool Cleaners of 2026: Beatbot, iGarden, Dreame
Send the pool guy packing. One of these robotic buddies can maintain your water quality instead. ⌘ Read more

Best Fitbit Models for Beginners, Athletes, and Kids (2026)
The fitness trackers I’d recommend to beginners, athletes, and kids. ⌘ Read more

Best Robot Vacuum of 2026: Shark, Eufy
Tired of vacuuming? Hand the reins to a robot vacuum. ⌘ Read more