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The Gemini-Powered Google Home Speaker Is Finally Here

Wed, 06/17/2026 - 9:00am
Arriving six years after Google’s last smart speaker, the new HomePod-style device was redesigned to play host to Gemini’s chatbot.

I Found 22 Early Prime Day Deals That Are Worth Shopping Now

Wed, 06/17/2026 - 8:22am
We’ve trawled the depths of Amazon to find the best deals on gear we’ve tested.

CVS Is Switching to Aluminum Pill Bottles

Wed, 06/17/2026 - 8:00am
They’re much more recyclable than the current plastic ones, and they will still probably be locked away behind that anti-theft plexiglass.

Best Handheld Fans and Wearable Fans (2026)

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 7:48pm
Whether you’re at a festival, tennis match, or wedding, these hand fans and wearable cooling devices will make the heat way more bearable.

Nimble’s New Modular Power Bank Can Be Shared With a Friend

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 1:44pm
Nimble’s thoughtfully designed SharePower is a modular power bank you can share with a friend.

One Climate Change Innovation: Just Look Up

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 12:58pm
To build one family’s dream house on a flood-prone Mississippi bayou, AD100 architect Tom Kundig decided the sky’s the limit.

You Can Finally Buy Snap’s New AR Specs—for $2,195

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 12:50pm
Snap CEO Evan Spiegel lays out the company’s vision for its augmented-reality smart glasses, arriving later this year.

Around the World, These Building Solutions Keep Things Local

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 11:25am
Designers are finding sustainable building solves close to home—in ancient practices and cutting-edge innovations alike.

Verizon Simplicity, Verizon Shine, and Verizon Dollars: What You Need to Know

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 11:06am
Verizon introduced a new plan that costs $45 per month, revamped rewards programs, and more today.

In Praise of a Dumb House

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 11:03am
Tech has been encroaching on the family domicile for years—but actor, writer, and satirist Jill Kargman is all in on analog.

10 Designers Share the Trends Defining Dwellings of Tomorrow

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 10:52am
From friend compounds and meditation spaces to shaded outdoor areas and rooms just to make coffee, homes are getting even more multipurpose.

The Death of the Starter Home

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 10:35am
Buying a first house used to mark entry into adulthood—and the beginning of wealth-building. But a shifting economic landscape is threatening to close the door on this American milestone.

Need a New Lamp? Here Are 7 Bright Ideas

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 10:00am
These clever lights—each one an exemplar of innovation in materials, design, and function—will beautify your home.

What Do We Need From Our Homes Right Now?

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 10:00am
The global editorial directors of WIRED and Architectural Digest on teaming up to help you understand how we live today, and what comes next.

The New Surface Laptop and Surface Pro Get New Chips, Colors, and Pricing

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 9:00am
Microsoft has finally refreshed its premium Surface Laptop and Surface Pro with new chips, but the update reveals how high PC pricing has become.

15 Best Office Chairs of 2026— We Tested 70 to Pick Them

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 7:03am
Sitting at a desk for hours? Upgrade your WFH setup and work in style with these comfy WIRED-tested seats.

15 Best Office Chairs of 2026— We Tested 70 to Pick Them

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 7:03am
Sitting at a desk for hours? Upgrade your WFH setup and work in style with these comfy WIRED-tested seats.

TikTok Shoppers Thought They Were Bidding on iPhones. Instead, They Won Teddy Bears

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 7:00am
Sellers on TikTok used pricey items to lure bidders to “Surprise Sets” livestreams, but most of the auctions yielded only cheap prizes. Gambling experts are concerned about the potential for harm.

Amazfit Cheetah 2 Ultra Smartwatch Review (2026): Solid Off-Road Performer

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 6:31am
Amazfit’s trail running smartwatch delivers solid off-road performance at a bargain price compared to its competitors.

The Commodore Callback 8020 Is a Digital Detox Phone That Isn’t Dumb

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 5:00am
With a retro look and T9 texting, the Commodore Callback 8020 smart flip phone taps into the nostalgic yearning for simpler days. It can run Spotify and Uber, but Instagram is blocked.

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