Charlie Kirk, the prominent right-wing activist and podcast host, was fatally shot while speaking at Utah Valley University on Wednesday. He was 31. Originally from the suburbs of Chicago, Illinois, Kirk went on to become one of the most polarizing figures of his generation. In 2012, when Kirk was just 18, he cofounded the influential… Continue reading Right-Wing Activist Charlie Kirk Dead at 31
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Charlie Kirk Is Dead After Utah Valley University Shooting
Charlie Kirk, the right-wing internet personality and cofounder of Turning Point USA, was shot on Wednesday afternoon at Utah Valley University (UVU), where he was a featured speaker at an event. He later died from his injuries, according to Kirk’s spokesperson. “The Great, and even Legendary, Charlie Kirk, is dead,” President Donald Trump said in… Continue reading Charlie Kirk Is Dead After Utah Valley University Shooting
Our Favorite Earbuds for Working Out Are Cheaper Than Ever
Beats has been a household name in headphones for years, known for punchy bass and bold styling. The Powerbeats Pro 2 (9/10, WIRED Recommends) use ergonomic over-ear hooks to stay absolutely secure in your ears when you’re running, lifting, or just walking the dog. They’re usually a little expensive at $250, but Amazon has them… Continue reading Our Favorite Earbuds for Working Out Are Cheaper Than Ever
Microsoft’s AI Chief Says Machine Consciousness Is an ‘Illusion’
And people clearly already feel that it’s real in some respect. It’s an illusion but it feels real, and that’s what will count more. And I think that’s why we have to raise awareness about it now and push back on the idea and remind everybody that it is mimicry. Most chatbots are also designed… Continue reading Microsoft’s AI Chief Says Machine Consciousness Is an ‘Illusion’
3 Exciting Camera Features on Apple’s New iPhone 17 Lineup
Apple says the camera “uses AI” to expand the field of view and adjust the orientation. It’s super convenient, especially considering that you don’t have to alter how you hold your phone, meaning no more precarious grip. It much more comfortable too, but it will probably still take time to retrain your muscle memory and… Continue reading 3 Exciting Camera Features on Apple’s New iPhone 17 Lineup
Just One Lonely Product Still Uses Apple’s Lightning Connector—Can You Guess Which One?
While the world focuses on Apple’s latest slew of new products, we are taking a moment for the last bastion of Apple’s proprietary past—the one remaining product with a Lightning connector that, somehow, Apple still sells. We have previously lamented Apple’s drawn-out transition to USB-C. It’s been far from quick and far from straightforward, leaving… Continue reading Just One Lonely Product Still Uses Apple’s Lightning Connector—Can You Guess Which One?
Massive Leak Shows How a Chinese Company Is Exporting the Great Firewall to the World
A leak of more than 100,000 documents shows that a little-known Chinese company has been quietly selling censorship systems seemingly modeled on the Great Firewall to governments around the world. Geedge Networks, a company founded in 2018 that counts the “father” of China’s massive censorship infrastructure as one of its investors, styles itself as a… Continue reading Massive Leak Shows How a Chinese Company Is Exporting the Great Firewall to the World
Save $60 on the DJI Mic Mini Kit—Price Drops to Just $109 Today
Looking to upgrade the audio for your phone or action camera footage? Amazon is offering $60 off the DJI Mic Mini kit. Our reviewer gave DJI’s lavalier mic, a 7/10 and this kit includes two mics, a receiver, and a handy charging case. That’s the lowest price yet for this bundle at just $109, and… Continue reading Save $60 on the DJI Mic Mini Kit—Price Drops to Just $109 Today
The New Math of Quantum Cryptography
The original version of this story appeared in Quanta Magazine. Hard problems are usually not a welcome sight. But cryptographers love them. That’s because certain hard math problems underpin the security of modern encryption. Any clever trick for solving them will doom most forms of cryptography. Several years ago, researchers found a radically new approach… Continue reading The New Math of Quantum Cryptography
The Best Pixel 10 Cases and Accessories (2025)
Enter the MagSafe Accessory World Joby GripTight Tripod Mount for MagSafe Peak Design Creator Kit I have been testing MagSafe accessories for years, and you should totally take advantage of the vast ecosystem with your new Pixel. Whether you want a magnetic wallet or phone tripod, we have plenty of WIRED-tested recommendations in our guides.… Continue reading The Best Pixel 10 Cases and Accessories (2025)