How to Watch President Obama's Essential Sci-Fi TV and Films
For the November issue of WIRED, President Obama came up with a list of his favorite horizon-expanding films and TV shows. Here's how to watch them.
The Best High School Graduation Gifts
Celebrate the end of a chapter with fun accessories, gear for college, and neat tech gadgets.
Brenda Stolyar
Your TV Sounds Awful. These Soundbars Can Fix That
Every television deserves a row of speakers to call its own. These are our favorite soundbars.
Parker Hall
Shopping for a Router Sucks. Here’s What You Need to Know
How much speed do you need? And what’s MU-MIMO? We decipher the jargon and explain what to look for to help you choose a router.
Simon Hill
The 13 Best Fans for Every Use
From tower and pedestal styles to utilitarian box fans, these are our WIRED-tested favorites.
Kat Merck
Are Meal Kits Cheaper Than Groceries in 2025? We Break It Down
I spent a week recreating recipes from HelloFresh and Blue Apron in the supermarket. The numbers don’t tell the whole story.
Matthew Korfhage
How the Signal Knockoff App TeleMessage Got Hacked in 20 Minutes
The company behind the Signal clone used by at least one Trump administration official was breached earlier this month. The hacker says they got in thanks to a basic misconfiguration.
Micah Lee
What the Polestar 4 Lacks in Rear Windows It Makes Up in Personality
An unusual solution to increase cabin headroom has resulted in a singular EV design, but is it solving a problem no one needed fixing?
Jason Barlow
Our Favorite Digital Notebooks and Smart Pens
These nifty tools combine the ease of jotting notes by hand with the power of saving them digitally.
Nena Farrell
The Best Folding phoness
Ready to move on from the traditional glass slab? Introduce a hinge into your life with these folding smartphoness.
Julian Chokkattu
The Best Sunscreens for Every Body
We put 25 sunscreens to the test during summer hikes, spring ski days, and beach-side hangs. Out of all the mineral, chemical, and spray varieties we tried, these are our top picks.
Kristin Canning
14 Fun Subscription Boxes for Kids of All Ages
These monthly deliveries get kids coding and cooking while encouraging them to learn science and read about the world.
Adrienne So
How to Reduce the Battery Drain Caused by Your Web Browser
Your browser can suck up a lot of battery life if you’re not careful. Tweak those settings to surf on your laptop longer.
David Nield