So Long, Fry’s. I Learned Everything About Gadgets From You
Now that the consumer electronics big-box store has shuttered, future generations need a place to go to touch and discover the next great piece of tech. …
Online Meetups Are Sad, but What If You Were a Cute Animal?
A conference organizer’s solution to virtual gatherings during the pandemic is equal parts audio chat, serendipity, and Animal Crossing. …
New From Lego: AR Llamas That Dance to Katy Perry
The company’s latest learning platform incorporates coding elements, augmented reality, and a selection of kid-friendly pop tunes. …
A New Lens Technology Is Primed to Jump-Start Phone Cameras
The optics in your smartphone have been pretty much the same for more than a decade. That’s about to change. …
The Race Is On to Stop Scalping Bots From Buying All the PS5s
The pandemic, and the resulting supply chain damage, has kicked retail bots into full gear. …
The North Face Puts the Latest Road Running Tech on the Trail
The storied outdoor brand has introduced a new trail running shoe with speedy—and controversial—carbon-fiber plates in the soles. …
Apple’s Newest Fitness Feature: Celeb-Hosted Outdoor Walks
The company’s latest subscription product combines outdoor fitness with podcasting, though you’ll need an Apple Watch to enjoy it. …
Watch Highlights From WIRED’s CES Conversations
Check out the replays of our talks with former US defense secretary Ash Carter, Nobel laureate Jennifer A. Doudna, Slack CEO Scott Butterfield, and more. …
CES 2021 Highlights: 79 Gadgets and Glimpses Into the Future
The consumer electronics show was virtual this year, and the WIRED Gear crew watched all the Zooms to bring you this list of nearly 80 products, trends, musings, and photos. …
Samsung Has New Galaxy Phones (and New Earbuds Too)
A trio of new Android phones—the S21, S21+, and S21 Ultra—are joined by new Bluetooth earbuds and a Tile-like tracker. …