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The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Gen 2 Headphones Are at Their Lowest Price in Months
Bose's fabulous QuietComfort Ultra Gen 2 noise-canceling headphones are the best travel headphones and are $50 off.
Save on Gaming Earbuds Perfect for Playing on Switch or ROG Xbox Ally
While it may sound unorthodox, these earbuds make a great companion for your Switch 2 or other portable console.
Ring and Kidde’s Newest Smoke Detector Is Here, and It’s Battery Powered (2026)
The Alexa-enabled smoke detector is Kidde’s second model in collaboration with Ring—no wires required.
The Best Google Pixel Phones of 2026, Tested and Reviewed
Here’s a guide to all the models—plus Pixel case recommendations and smart software tricks to try.
The Google Pixel 10a Is Barely Different From the Pixel 9a
With specs nearly identical to last year’s Pixel 9a, the new Pixel 10a doesn’t pack as much of a punch as prior A-series smartphones.
The Best Smart Rings, Tested and Reviewed (2026)
A svelte smart ring can track important activity, sleep, and health metrics. Unlike some smartwatches, a ring doesn’t need to be charged every day.
Are Mushroom Supplements Worth Taking? (2026)
We spoke with registered dietitians and tested popular formulas to break down the research behind functional fungi.
Dell XPS 14 Review (2026): This Laptop Marks an Incredible Comeback
Sporting a refined design and incredible integrated GPU performance, the Dell XPS 14 is the return to form I hoped it would be.
An Inside Look at Lego’s New Tech-Packed Smart Brick
Lego’s next release is a digital brick loaded with sensors that add new layers of interactivity to its play sets. WIRED got exclusive access to the Lego labs where the Smart Brick was born.
How to Choose the Bamboo Sheets for You (2026)
Bamboo makes some of the softest bedding you can find. Here’s how it’s made and how it’s different from cotton and linen bedding.
Lowe’s Promo Codes and Deals: Up to 40% Off Appliances
Find the latest Lowe’s promo codes and offers, including up to 40% off select major appliances and $5 off $50 with sign-up, here at WIRED.
The Best Way to Pay Your Taxes Online (2026)
Paying US federal and state taxes online can be confusing, and one wrong move can result in penalties or extra money owed. We break it down so you can have the most worry-free tax filing possible.
The Best Noise-Canceling Headphones for Traveling Are $50 Off
With excellent noise canceling, the QuietComfort Ultra 2 would love to join you on your next long-haul flight.
The Simplest Android App for Scanning Documents
Most scanning apps try to get you to buy a cloud storage subscription or pay for extras. Not FairScan, which is free and open-source, and has some powerful features.
Saatva Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress Review: Going for Gold and Good Sleep
The Saatva Memory Foam Hybrid has been chosen for Olympians. Could it be the one for you, too?
Amazon Props Up Misleading, Junky Laptops No One Should Buy
I review laptops for a living, and it kills me when I see the PCs that Amazon and other retailers filter to the top.
Sony LinkBuds Clip Review: Solid Buds, Premium Price
Sony’s new LinkBuds Clip serve up solid performance, but I’d wait until they’re on sale.
Makers Are Building Back Against ICE
In hacker spaces and at their homes, creative protesters are laser-cutting and 3D-printing tools to resist an occupation.
Google’s AI Overviews Can Scam You. Here’s How to Stay Safe
Beyond mistakes or nonsense, deliberately bad information being injected into AI search summaries is leading people down potentially harmful paths.
9 Best Windows Laptops (2026): WIRED-Tested Laptops to Buy
Windows laptops have never been so good, and they're only going to get better as we move through 2026.
