Mesh Wi-Fi systems extend home coverage by using multiple nodes that appear as a single network. The Netgear Orbi 770 Series is a top pick for Wi-Fi 7, while Asus ZenWiFi BT10 offers subscription-free features. Other options cater to simplicity, budget, and specific needs like outdoor use.
The Trump administration is in a standoff with AI company Anthropic over its Claude Fable 5 model. Officials allege vulnerabilities allowing jailbreaking, while Anthropic disputes the severity. The administration insists Anthropic must proactively identify and fix flaws, as government agencies lack the resources for continuous testing.
Fishtank, an unedited 24/7 reality show, allows viewers to interact with contestants, influencing challenges and behavior. Known for extreme degeneracy and violence, it has moved from fringe to near-mainstream, attracting sponsors and notable figures.
WIRED explores the evolving concept of home, covering robot vacuums, sustainable building, new housing affordability challenges, AI in elder care, and the future of home insurance.
A collection of WIRED articles covering the decline of starter homes, AI in elder care, evolving home insurance models, housing costs, tech product updates from Microsoft, TikTok shopping scams, and the rise of streamer IShowSpeed as a Gen Z sports media figure.
WIRED and Architectural Digest collaborate on understanding current living situations and future housing trends, covering unaffordability, climate adaptation, and innovative home design.
The traditional starter home, once a symbol of adulthood and wealth-building, is becoming unattainable for many due to a shifting economic landscape. This article explores the challenges and potential future of homeownership.
WIRED articles cover a range of topics including American housing costs, ecotourism in the Amazon, the impact of Google buses in San Francisco, AI adoption by 'momfluencers', the Zuckerberg family's hiring practices, Microsoft's AI product challenges, sleep trackers, Opal's AI audio gadget, Jeff Bezos's funding of neuroscience research, AI's impact on coding jobs for new mothers, and privacy-conscious gay dating apps.
A WIRED survey reveals that affordability is the top concern for Americans regarding housing, with many struggling to meet the '30 percent' rule. Respondents share financial stress, climate change impacts, and political displacement, leading to trends like multigenerational living and unconventional housing solutions.
Architectural Digest and WIRED explore the evolving concept of "home," focusing on resilient design, smart technology integration, affordability, and the desire for adaptable, human-centered spaces in the face of climate change and technological advancements.
Software company 8x8 has saved an estimated $5 million annually by using Anthropic's Claude AI, replacing numerous software subscriptions. While other tech firms grapple with rising AI costs, 8x8 finds its AI spending "well below" its savings, pleasing its CFO.
Meta's CTO Andrew Bosworth admits the company did an 'atrocious' job launching its AI division, causing low morale among engineers. Plans to revamp culture include better communication, career growth, and improved work environment.
The Baseus AM52 10,000mAh Qi2 power bank, praised for its fast wireless and wired charging and built-in USB-C cable, is now available for $42.99 with exclusive code THEVERGECODE on Amazon. It also features a soft-touch magnetic connection to prevent scratching iPhones.
The New York Knicks have won their first NBA championship in 53 years, defeating the San Antonio Spurs 4-1 in the NBA Finals. Jalen Brunson was named Finals MVP for his historic scoring performance, capping a season that saw the team overcome decades of doubt and near-misses. The victory is seen as a major cultural event for New York City.
Wealthy, often liberal-leaning men are increasingly requesting traditional, religious, and conservative women from matchmakers, prioritizing domestic roles over careers. This trend, dubbed the 'trad wife' aesthetic, is observed across various demographics and locations, with some studies suggesting a link to hostile sexism.
Despite promises to introduce restrictions, Elon Musk's Grok chatbot continues to host nonconsensual explicit images and videos of women, including celebrities and a US politician, ahead of SpaceX's IPO.
Palantir's 'Hack Week' focused on user-auditing tools for ICE, amid employee concerns about the company's relationship with the agency. Meanwhile, Meta faces record profits alongside low morale and impending layoffs, with employees scrambling to use benefits.
Meta has removed unreleased face-recognition software, internally codenamed NameTag, from its Meta AI app following a WIRED report. The feature, designed to identify people via smart glasses, was embedded in the app despite Meta's public statements. Privacy advocates argue for stronger legal protections.
Blue Apron offers exclusive discounts (up to $100 off, $25 off with promo code CONDE25) and new a la carte meal options without subscription commitments, starting from $7 per serving.
Recent WIRED headlines cover kitchen knife recommendations, red-light hair regrowth devices, Apple's WWDC 2026, anti-vax dating app meetups, Bluetooth trackers, crypto-funded labs, GPS satellite mysteries, link-sharing browser features, Father's Day gifts, Uranus moon simulations for missing planets, a Simpsons writer's presidential campaign, and LED hair regrowth reviews.
Microsoft faces challenges in maintaining its lead in AI and developer tools, with issues like GitHub downtimes, disappointing uptake of Copilot, and competitors like Anthropic's Claude Code gaining ground. Scott Hanselman discusses the company's efforts to adapt, including the adoption of OpenClaw for its Scout product.
Groups of individuals, dubbed 'mole men', have been spotted entering and exiting manholes in Queens and Brooklyn, sparking speculation about their activities, with the NYPD suggesting scavenging for valuables and urban explorers dismissing the idea due to the sewer's risks and lack of value.
Meta's AI app for smart glasses contains code for a face recognition feature called "NameTag," which was found by WIRED. Though not yet active, the feature could transform faces into biometric signatures and identify people captured by the glasses.
A Costa Rican court has ordered the state electricity company and the Ministry of Environment to implement measures to prevent wildlife electrocutions on uninsulated power lines. The ruling follows a campaign by conservation groups after hundreds of animals, primarily howler monkeys, were electrocuted in 2025.
