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Nintendo’s Virtual Boy Is a Silly but Fun Blast From the Past
This $100 accessory adds a little bit of that Nintendo quirkiness to the otherwise no-nonsense Switch 2.
7 Best Shower Filters (2026), WIRED Tested and Approved
We tested leading filtered shower heads, from Rorra to Canopy to Jolie. The winners were clear.
A Continuous Glucose Monitor Might Help You Lose Weight (2026)
Signos is the first FDA-cleared, AI-enabled system that uses CGMs to nudge you toward healthier behaviors.
Koala Wanda Sofa Bed Review: Compact Comfort
This sleeper sofa comprises a reversible chaise, sofa, daybed, and queen-size bed—I slept on it for a week to see if it’s good for guests.
Nick Goepper’s Starter Pack: Winter Olympics 2026
What a three-time Olympic medalist packs for the Milano Cortina Winter Games.
Dyson Deals: WIRED’s Top Pick Pet Vacuum and Purifier-Heater
WIRED’s favorite pet vacuum and our favorite purifier-heater are on steep discount right now.
Our Favorite Soundbar for Most People Is $50 Off
Yamaha’s simple setup and substantial subwoofer set it apart, especially on sale.
3 Best Floodlight Security Cameras (2026), Tested and Reviewed
Light up and secure your driveway, backyard, or porch with a floodlight security camera.
How to Watch the 2026 Winter Olympics
Chill out and watch all the hockey, skiing, and skating competitions through the whole month of February.
Building a Watch Collection on a Budget? Here’s Where to Start (2026)
Yes, it is possible to scale horological heights without breaking the bank. It’s time to seek out the latest bargains.
7 Best Prepaid Phone Plans (2026)
Forget the pricey, postpaid cell plans and two-year contracts. Save with one of these WIRED-tested options from US Mobile, Boost, and Google Fi.
The Best Date-Night Boxes of 2026, Tested With My Hinge Dates
I tested 10 popular date-night boxes with people I met on Hinge. From writing love notes to trying out sex swings, these kits fulfilled their promise to keep dates interesting.
Best Valentine’s Day Gifts (2026): Legos, Karaoke, Digital Frames, and More
The holiday of romance is just around the corner. Don’t give something boring.
The Best Chocolate Boxes of 2026 for Valentine’s Delivery
We tasted dozens of chocolates to find the best-tasting delivery boxes for your true love, self-love, or your lovely mother.
Onnit's Instant Melatonin Spray Keeps Bedtime Uncomplicated
Just spritz and sleep—no melatonin tablets or pills necessary.
Cordless Stick Vacuum Throw Down: Bosch, Shark, Dyson (2026)
Bosch’s Unlimited 10 combines key features from Dyson’s and Shark’s stick vacuums and packs some nice extras, but it can’t seem to keep debris inside.
Best Mirrorless Cameras (2026): Full-Frame, APS-C, and More
Want the image quality of a DSLR without the bulk? These WIRED picks do more with less.
5 Best Touchscreen Gloves (2026), Tested and Reviewed
We braved the cold to answer a modern dilemma: Can you keep your hands warm and use a smartphone at the same time?
Gear News of the Week: Samsung’s TriFold Sells Out in Minutes, and a Leak Teases Google’s New OS
Plus: Vivaldi browser shuns AI, Samsung has a new sustainable display, and Frankfurt Airport tests Auracast for gate announcements.
I Let Google’s ‘Auto Browse’ AI Agent Take Over Chrome. It Didn’t Quite Click
Auto Browse can shop for clothes, plan a trip, and buy tickets for you. Or at least, that’s the idea.
