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$100 Off Shark Promo Code | October 2025

Shark makes some seriously powerful vacuums, from handheld vacs to steam mops. Don’t miss $100 off, 10% off, and more limited-time coupons from WIRED. from WIRED https://ift.tt/IH1hrkS

40 Best Early Amazon Prime Day Deals on WIRED-Tested Gear (2025)

Amazon Prime Day is back on October 7, but we've already found good deals on WIRED-approved gear. from WIRED https://ift.tt/b8Pt0km

The 50 Best Shows on HBO Max Right Now (October 2025)

Task, Peacemaker, and The Pitt are just a few of the shows you need to be watching on HBO Max this month. from WIRED https://ift.tt/WqBlTij

Logitech MX Master 4 Review: Productivity Pro

Haptic feedback and an improved shape build on an already-great mouse. from WIRED https://ift.tt/nc0wojq

Groupon Promo Codes: 50% Off in October 2025

Unlock up to 50% off with top Groupon coupon codes, and explore deals on getaways, spa packages, memberships, and event tickets in October 2025. from WIRED https://ift.tt/YjeEMqz

OpenAI Is Preparing to Launch a Social App for AI-Generated Videos

The platform appears to closely resemble TikTok and is powered by Sora 2, OpenAI's latest video generation model. from WIRED https://ift.tt/fVIkXpj

11 Best Coffee Subscriptions (2025), Tested by Caffeine Hounds

These services deliver freshly roasted, delicious coffee picks right to your door—each with its own twist. from WIRED https://ift.tt/iwMFxJB

Tile Tracking Tags Can Be Exploited by Tech-Savvy Stalkers, Researchers Say

A team of researchers found that, by not encrypting the data broadcast by Tile tags, users could be vulnerable to having their location information exposed to malicious actors. from WIRED https://ift.tt/ycl49xX

Microplastics Could Be Weakening Your Bones, Research Suggests

The review of more than 60 scientific articles showed that microplastics, among other effects, can stimulate the formation of osteoclasts, cells specialized in degrading bone tissue. from WIRED https://ift.tt/ZcRldhC

Keep Your Old Laptop Alive by Installing ChromeOS Flex

Google offers a free, lightweight operating system that essentially turns any machine into a Chromebook. It's a great way to keep an aging computer in service longer. from WIRED https://ift.tt/1TKu0Aj

What Is Thirst?

The effects of insufficient water are felt by every cell in the body, but it’s the brain that manifests our experience of thirst. from WIRED https://ift.tt/9Npl1vu

20 Best iPhone 17 Cases and Accessories (2025)

Protect your expensive iPhone 17, iPhone Air, or Pro iPhone with our favorite cases and screen protectors. from WIRED https://ift.tt/UmYVaRH

Apple AirPods Pro 3 Review: Still The Best for iOS

Apple's flagship earbuds are revised and better than ever, especially if you crave silence. from WIRED https://ift.tt/9Wo6Bl7

Heritage Foundation Uses Bogus Stat to Push a Trans Terrorism Classification

By inflating numbers and narrowing definitions, Heritage promotes a false link between transgender identity and violence in its push for the FBI to create a new terrorism category. from WIRED https://ift.tt/mlvSezK

Our Favorite Wi-Fi Router Is $20 Off

Upgrade your whole house to Wi-Fi 7 for just $130. from WIRED https://ift.tt/VLjOtdq

Amazon Will Pay $2.5 Billion to Settle FTC Suit That Alleged ‘Dark Patterns’ in Prime Sign-Ups

Amazon will pay both the Federal Trade Commission and consumers directly to settle a lawsuit alleging that it used manipulative and deceptive tactics to encourage sign-ups for Prime. from WIRED https://ift.tt/z5ChfSr

This Asus Gaming Laptop Is on Sale for Under $1,000

This previous-generation machine still chugs along, and you’ll save a bunch of cash. from WIRED https://ift.tt/saebdWT

WIRED’s Politics Issue Cover Is in a City Near You

We turned our latest cover into posters, billboards, and even a mural in New York, Los Angeles, Austin, San Francisco, and Washington, DC. Here’s how to find them. (Pics or it didn’t happen.) from WIRED https://ift.tt/l8MOhIs

The 29 Best Movies on Apple TV+ Right Now (September 2025)

Highest 2 Lowest, Deaf President Now!, and Number One on the Call Sheet are just a few of the movies you should be watching on Apple TV+ this month. from WIRED https://ift.tt/RqO06TH

9 Best Robot Vacuums (2025): Tested and Reviewed in Real Homes

Whether you’re up against pet hair or you want to splurge on a high-end laser-guided robot vacuum, we have the perfect pick for you. from WIRED https://ift.tt/PeOs1qU

Qualcomm Debuts Snapdragon X2 Elite and X2 Elite Extreme, Its Next-Gen Laptop Chips

Qualcomm just announced the Snapdragon X2 Elite and X2 Elite Extreme, anticipated sequels to its game-changing PC chips. from WIRED https://ift.tt/wEViazU

Save $50 on Our Favorite Budget Graphics Card

You can get an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 Ti for $379 at Walmart. from WIRED https://ift.tt/cNb87eX

This AI-Powered Robot Keeps Going Even if You Attack It With a Chainsaw

A single AI model trained to control numerous robotic bodies can operate unfamiliar hardware and adapt eerily well to serious injuries. from WIRED https://ift.tt/JgLrvPh

Trump’s Tylenol Directive Could Actually Increase Autism Rates, Researchers Warn

Experts fear that Donald Trump’s anti-painkiller tirade could lead to an increase in risk factors for autism, and don’t trust the administration to assess data as it continues to search for a cause. from WIRED https://ift.tt/mJchHzf

‘SIM Farms’ Are a Spam Plague. A Giant One in New York Threatened US Infrastructure, Feds Say

The agency says it found a network of some 300 servers and 100,000 SIM cards—enough to knock out cell service in the NYC area. Experts say it mirrors facilities typically used for cybercrime. from WIRED https://ift.tt/zO9uSUk

Nick Fuentes’ Plan to Conquer America

For years, influencer Nick Fuentes was too extreme even for MAGA. Now he's working his way into the mainstream—and has a plan for his secret followers to seize the levers of power. from WIRED https://ift.tt/LKOatmY

Apple iPhone 17 Review: Close to Perfect

If you need to upgrade this year, the iPhone 17 comes close to perfection. from WIRED https://ift.tt/l0Xs3bt

Chewy Promo Codes: $20 Off | September 2025

Explore Chewy coupon codes for great discounts, like a $20 gift card with a purchase of $49 or more. from WIRED https://ift.tt/x5YJ4jS

Save $36 on a Cool, Compact Hall Effect Keyboard

This Keychron Q1 HE brings our favorite new type of keyboard switch to the mainstream. from WIRED https://ift.tt/cCLOjl1

WIRED’s Politics Issue Cover Is Coming to a City Near You

We’re turning our latest cover into posters, billboards, and even a mural in New York, Los Angeles, Austin, San Francisco, and Washington, DC. Here’s how to find it. (Pics or it didn’t happen.) from WIRED https://ift.tt/dq6gU9I

Elon Musk Is Out to Rule Space. Can Anyone Stop Him?

With SpaceX and Starlink, Elon Musk controls more than half the world’s rocket launches and thousands of internet satellites. That amounts to immense geopolitical power. from WIRED https://ift.tt/Pvm2bzZ

A Cyberattack on Jaguar Land Rover Is Causing a Supply Chain Disaster

The UK-based automaker has been forced to stop vehicle production as a result of the attack—costing JLR tens of millions of dollars and forcing its parts suppliers to lay off workers. from WIRED https://ift.tt/fEgqAIR

Canon Promo Codes: 10% Off | September 2025

Save 10%, plus over $900 on cameras, lenses, and more with today’s Canon coupons for new and refurbished tech. from WIRED https://ift.tt/Zfr6vVW

The Best Mushroom Gummies on the Market, Lab-Approved (2025)

These edibles made from functional fungi are not your childhood Flintstone vitamins. from WIRED https://ift.tt/AhITH1V

25 Key iPhone Settings to Change (2025)

Tweak these settings to get the most out of your feature-packed iPhone. from WIRED https://ift.tt/uL3FRc5

Best Bamboo Sheets (2025): WIRED's Brand-New Top Pick

Looking for softer sheets? Bamboo sheets are here to help, bringing some of the softest texture you'll find in bed sheets. from WIRED https://ift.tt/T5YWKlV

The NFL Goes MrBeast Mode

WIRED went to Brazil for YouTube’s first live NFL broadcast. It was helmed by the platform’s biggest influencers as the league expands its quest for global domination. from WIRED https://ift.tt/6e1bxoT

Meta’s Smart Glasses Might Make You Smarter. They’ll Certainly Make You More Awkward

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg claims anyone not wearing smart glasses will be at a “cognitive disadvantage” in the future. But you'll have to pay a hefty social price for those added smarts. from WIRED https://ift.tt/9LMmiFW

The 51 Best Shows on Netflix Right Now (September 2025)

Black Rabbit, Wolf King, and Wednesday are just a few of the shows you need to watch on Netflix this month. from WIRED https://ift.tt/Xn9wqrx

RFK Jr.’s Vaccine Panel Votes Down Its Own Proposal to Require Prescriptions for Covid-19 Shots

In a chaotic meeting, ACIP voted not to recommend a prescription requirement for Covid-19 vaccines. Some panelists seemed unaware of the point of the meeting, while others went on strange tangents. from WIRED https://ift.tt/qipV8wW

Donald Trump Is Saying There’s a TikTok Deal. China Isn’t

Donald Trump claimed victory on a deal that would put TikTok in the hands of his allies after a call with Xi Jinping. But details on the agreement—and Beijing’s buy-in—remain murky. from WIRED https://ift.tt/Efowz8s

No One Knows What ‘Terminally Online’ Means Anymore

The memes and online footprint of Charlie Kirk shooting suspect Tyler Robinson don’t place him neatly in a box, though many are still trying. from WIRED https://ift.tt/IuJ0TM5

Move Aside, Chatbots: AI Humanoids Are Here

Today on Uncanny Valley, we talk about why the AI industry is investing in the development of humanoid robots, and what that means for us non-robots. from WIRED https://ift.tt/KT5W2Yi

Jensen Huang Wants You to Know He’s Getting a Lot Out of the ‘Fantastic’ Nvidia-Intel Deal

Nvidia is investing $5 billion in Intel. The news comes after the US government took a roughly 10 percent equity stake in the struggling chipmaker. from WIRED https://ift.tt/mBiHlvQ

Meta Goes Even Harder Into Smart Glasses With 3 New Models

New glasses with a built-in display bring Meta's vision of the augmented reality future into focus. The popular Ray-Bans also get an update, and there's a new Oakley style for action sports. from WIRED https://ift.tt/J0jEg7G

The DOGE Subcommittee Hearing on Weather Modification Was a Nest of Conspiracy Theorizing

A House Oversight Committee hearing produced a flood of bizarre claims about cloud seeding, chemtrails, and solar geoengineering. Proven, human-driven changes to the weather were dismissed. from WIRED https://ift.tt/D7wfYXN

Big Deals on Big TCL TVs—Some Of Our Top Tested Models Are Nearly 50% Off

TCL is offering deep discounts across its mini LED range, but our favorites are at the top end. from WIRED https://ift.tt/1MObTnv

Fired CDC Director Says RFK Jr. Pressured Her to Blindly Approve Vaccine Changes

Susan Monarez told a Senate committee that Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. demanded she dismiss career officials without cause—and accept vaccine recommendations regardless of whether science backed them up. from WIRED https://ift.tt/eONwbyf

US Tech Giants Race to Spend Billions in UK AI Push

Microsoft and Nvidia unveiled plans to invest up to $45 billion in the UK during US President Donald Trump’s state visit. from WIRED https://ift.tt/pMiutrg

OpenAI Rolls Out Teen Safety Features Amid Growing Scrutiny

CEO Sam Altman announced an age-prediction system and new parental controls in a blog post on Tuesday. from WIRED https://ift.tt/lDpN30a

The 50 Best Shows on Hulu Right Now (September 2025)

Only Murders in the Building, Tempest, and Alien: Earth are just a few of the shows you should be watching on Hulu this month. from WIRED https://ift.tt/o1F3fjv

Charlie Kirk Shooting Suspect Charged as Prosecutor Seeks Death Penalty

In the indictment, prosecutors claim Tyler Robinson planned Kirk’s killing in advance, citing rooftop surveillance, engraved bullets, and a written note as they seek the death penalty. from WIRED https://ift.tt/nBVDaJ2

WIRED Roundup: How Charlie Kirk Changed Conservative Media

On this episode of "Uncanny Valley," we discuss the legacy of Charlie Kirk and the aftermath of his murder. from WIRED https://ift.tt/1qaY7Wp

Apple MacOS Tahoe 26: Top New Features to Try Today

MacOS Tahoe 26 brings a slew of new features, from a dedicated Games app to a revamped Spotlight function. You can now try them out for yourself. from WIRED https://ift.tt/VXAFa6U

The Top New Features in Apple WatchOS 26

Apple’s new additions this year include a wrist-flick gesture to dismiss a call and a personalized Workout Buddy to tell you when you “crushed it.” from WIRED https://ift.tt/3IpHsJu

Turn Your Old Tech Into Art—Now With a 20% Discount

Grid Studio is celebrating its 5th anniversary with a 20 percent off sitewide sale. Its art pieces include deconstructed iPhones, Game Boys, and even the original Samsung Galaxy S. from WIRED https://ift.tt/8xZw9ba

MAHA Wants Action on Pesticides. It’s Not Going to Get It From Trump’s Corporate-Friendly EPA

The White House’s new Make America Healthy Again strategy makes some asks of the EPA—but critics say the agency is too industry-friendly to make a difference. from WIRED https://ift.tt/SN56XIc

Plant Care Tips for the Winter, According to Experts (2025)

Expert plant care tips for keeping your houseplants unbothered, moisturized, and happy. from WIRED https://ift.tt/xfzj6TI

From 'Orwell 2+2=5’ to 'Frankenstein’: TIFF's Films on Power, Creation, and Survival Are a Warning

These are WIRED’s picks for some of the most urgent and unsettling films from the 50th annual Toronto International Film Festival. from WIRED https://ift.tt/sGkqJMv

6 Best Sex Machines for Solo, Couple, or Long-Distance Playtime (2025)

If you’re going to invest in toys to enhance your sex life, why not go big? from WIRED https://ift.tt/GRyXY24

Dyson Promo Codes: 20% Off in September 2025

Get 20% off with a Dyson coupon code, plus save up to $250 on vacuums, Airwraps, and more. from WIRED https://ift.tt/fuJH7LA

Bullets Found After the Charlie Kirk Shooting Carried Messages. Here’s What They Mean

The inscriptions on bullets recovered near the scene of Charlie Kirk's murder appear to reference video games like Helldivers 2 and online furry role-play, not a legible political ideology. from WIRED https://ift.tt/ROgrlqp

Extremist Groups Hated Charlie Kirk. They’re Using His Death to Radicalize Others

The Oath Keepers are apparently restarting, and extremist groups like the Proud Boys are calling for “state violence” in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s death. from WIRED https://ift.tt/DczbTp3

Save $70 on One of Our Favorite Android Tablets

Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S10 FE, a solid mid-tier tablet, is now $430 on Amazon. from WIRED https://ift.tt/NRHSZ9n

The 65 Best Movies on Disney+ Right Now (September 2025)

Thunderbolts*, Sacramento, and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse are just a few of the movies you should be watching on Disney+ this month. from WIRED https://ift.tt/hbRwySr

How China’s Propaganda and Surveillance Systems Really Operate

A series of corporate leaks show that Chinese technology companies function far more like their Western peers than one might imagine. from WIRED https://ift.tt/mMa7bsT

Right-Wing Activists Are Targeting People for Allegedly Celebrating Charlie Kirk’s Death

Extremists and an anonymously run website are posting identifying details about people accused of celebrating Charlie Kirk’s murder online. Some of those targeted are now getting death threats. from WIRED https://ift.tt/cU7vah2

Charlie Kirk Shot at Utah Valley University Event

Turning Point USA cofounder Charlie Kirk was shot at an event at Utah Valley University on Wednesday. A suspect is in custody, according to campus police, but details remain murky. from WIRED https://ift.tt/WFhzmdU

Our Favorite Earbuds for Working Out Are Cheaper Than Ever

The Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 are $50 off on Amazon. from WIRED https://ift.tt/v6xSnNE

Microsoft’s AI Chief Says Machine Consciousness Is an 'Illusion'

Mustafa Suleyman says that designing AI systems to exceed human intelligence—and to mimic behavior that suggests consciousness—would be “dangerous and misguided.” from WIRED https://ift.tt/hIB1jPs

Apple Watch Series 11, Ultra 3, SE: Specs, Price, Release Date

Blood oxygen sensor controversies aside, improved battery life, new hypertension notifications, and the addition of satellite messaging are all good reasons to get a new Apple Watch this year. from WIRED https://ift.tt/s35Ky6k

Just One Lonely Product Still Uses Apple’s Lightning Connector—Can You Guess Which One?

After quietly moving the Magic Keyboard, Magic Mouse, and Magic Trackpad over to USB-C last year, a solitary decade-old Apple product is somehow still holding on. from WIRED https://ift.tt/DVf8JhX

KitchenAid Promo Code: 50% Off in September 2025

Save on every purchase with top KitchenAid coupons from WIRED, including up to 50% off select stand mixers. from WIRED https://ift.tt/N4Kaqin

Massive Leak Shows How a Chinese Company Is Exporting the Great Firewall to the World

Geedge Networks, a company with ties to the founder of China’s mass censorship infrastructure, is selling its censorship and surveillance systems to at least four other countries in Asia and Africa. from WIRED https://ift.tt/gW7Knh6

Why Former NFL All-Pros Are Turning to Psychedelics

Research into whether drugs like ayahuasca can mitigate the effects of traumatic brain injury is in its infancy. Pro athletes like Jordan Poyer are forging ahead anyway. from WIRED https://ift.tt/nakOfci

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen): Excellent Buds

With slight, useful changes like wireless charging and better processing, these noise-canceling buds remain at the top of the pile. from WIRED https://ift.tt/ehbraQ6

How to Add WIRED as a Preferred Source on Google (2025)

The new Google Preferred Sources tool helps you see more of what you want in your search results. from WIRED https://ift.tt/lGmWoDZ

The New Math of Quantum Cryptography

In theory, quantum physics can bypass the hard mathematical problems at the root of modern encryption. A new proof shows how. from WIRED https://ift.tt/IBu5Dba

Psychological Tricks Can Get AI to Break the Rules

Researchers convinced large language model chatbots to comply with “forbidden” requests using a variety of conversational tactics. from WIRED https://ift.tt/IWCTe7t

6 Best Phones You Can’t Buy in the US (2025), Tested and Reviewed

Wondering what you’re missing out on? Here are our favorite smartphones not officially sold stateside but are available in markets like the UK and Europe. from WIRED https://ift.tt/VF6oBcP

All the Top New Gadgets We Saw at IFA Berlin 2025

A tennis-playing robot, TCL's gargantuan phone, and a whole bunch of new AI-powered wearables. Here are some of the best gadgets we saw at IFA 2025. from WIRED https://ift.tt/cHspWwO

Defense Department Scrambles to Pretend It’s Called the War Department

President Donald Trump said the so-called Department of War branding is to counter the “woke” Department of Defense name. from WIRED https://ift.tt/FQ7IySO

Anthropic Agrees to Pay Authors at Least $1.5 Billion in AI Copyright Settlement

Anthropic will pay at least $3,000 for each copyrighted work that it pirated. The company downloaded unauthorized copies of books in early efforts to gather training data for its AI tools. from WIRED https://ift.tt/yK7rwqt

Should AI Get Legal Rights?

Model welfare is an emerging field of research that seeks to determine whether AI is conscious and, if so, how humanity should respond. from WIRED https://ift.tt/W42TJ6C

The 35 Best Movies on HBO Max Right Now (September 2025)

Friendship, Final Destination Bloodlines, and Sinners are just a few of the movies you should be watching on HBO Max this month. from WIRED https://ift.tt/iPhVtYJ

Neuralink’s Bid to Trademark ‘Telepathy’ and ‘Telekinesis’ Faces Legal Issues

The brain implant company cofounded by Elon Musk filed to trademark the product names Telepathy and Telekinesis. But it turns out that another person had already filed to trademark those names. from WIRED https://ift.tt/6VbBp1y

Meet Dyson’s Brand-New Lineup: V8 Cyclone, V16 Piston Animal, HushJet Purifier Compact

From an AI-driven robot vacuum to self-emptying stations for its next-gen stick vacuums, Dyson’s lineup will never be the same. You’ll have to wait until 2026 to get your hands on most of it, though. from WIRED https://ift.tt/gBiS3Wz

Automated Sextortion Spyware Takes Webcam Pics of Victims Watching Porn

A new specimen of “infostealer” malware offers a disturbing feature: It monitors a target's browser for NSFW content, then takes simultaneous screenshots and webcam photos of the victim. from WIRED https://ift.tt/KZ0hnmC

How 'Hollow Knight: Silksong' Fans Turned Waiting for Its Release Into a Game

Since 2019, fans have eagerly awaited Team Cherry’s next game, which is out this week. In the meantime, they got creative. from WIRED https://ift.tt/gG2MiYL

The Best Bluetooth Speaker Is $20 Off

Finish summer strong with a discount on the JBL Flip 7. from WIRED https://ift.tt/ePqusEA

Join Us for WIRED’s “Uncanny Valley” Live

Get your tickets to Uncanny Valley’s first live show in San Francisco on September 9, featuring special guest Jack Conte, CEO of Patreon. from WIRED https://ift.tt/guA5ZES

The Concept C Is the All-Electric Sports Car Kickstarting Audi’s Design Future

The TT-inspired roadster debuts Audi's new strategy for “radical simplicity”—and it looks terrific. from WIRED https://ift.tt/gqc36f0

The 50 Best Shows on HBO Max Right Now (September 2025)

Peacemaker, Ruby & Jodi: A Cult of Sin and Influence, and The Gilded Age are just a few of the shows you need to be watching on HBO Max this month. from WIRED https://ift.tt/zShCl1w

No, Trump Can’t Legally Federalize US Elections

The United States Constitution is clear: President Donald Trump can’t take control of the country’s elections. But he can sow confusion and fear. from WIRED https://ift.tt/f5XsDkA

Meraki Espresso Machine Review (2025): Fine Grind, Loose Fit

Meraki's impressive new espresso machine offers features long reserved for more expensive machines—though this doesn't mean it's perfect from WIRED https://ift.tt/5DxVIaU

Meet the Guys Betting Big on AI Gambling Agents

Online gambling is a massive industry. The AI boom keeps booming. It was only a matter of time before people tried to put them together. from WIRED https://ift.tt/URxvwVH

Latam-GPT: The Free, Open Source, and Collaborative AI of Latin America

WIRED talks to the director of the Chilean National Center for Artificial Intelligence about Latam-GPT, the large-language model that aims to address the region’s specific needs and change the current technological dynamic. from WIRED https://ift.tt/RbW3xpq

China Is About to Show Off Its New High-Tech Weapons to the World

On September 3, China will hold a “Victory Day” military parade in Tiananmen Square to celebrate the 80th anniversary of its victory over Japan—and to send the West a message. from WIRED https://ift.tt/tf0isrK

WIRED Roundup: Meta’s AI Brain Drain

On this episode of Uncanny Valley, we look back at the week's biggest stories—from the researchers leaving Meta's new superintelligence lab, to the dark money group funding Democratic influencers. from WIRED https://ift.tt/dOkPHSj