Spring is almost upon us, which means we’re about to see a lot of rain. “April showers bring May flowers,” after all. It’s time to stock up on rainy-weather gear—most importantly, umbrellas. Good news! WIRED-tested umbrella brand Weatherman is offering 25 percent off on select styles and colors until April 1. Below, we’ve highlighted the… Continue reading Weatherman’s Umbrellas Are on Sale Right Now
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MoonSwatch Mission to Moonshine Gold Is Limited in Every Way
Last year, after sparking the biggest hype frenzy the watch market has seen with the release of the MoonSwatch, a bioplastic Swatch version of Omega’s legendary Speedmaster Moonwatch, Swatch president Nick Hayek Jr. said that “positive provocation” was a key part of the brand’s mission. Which perhaps explains the first follow-up to the original 11-strong… Continue reading MoonSwatch Mission to Moonshine Gold Is Limited in Every Way
The Food System Is Awful for the Climate. It Doesn’t Have to Be
As people’s incomes rise, they tend to switch from “starchy staples” like grains, potatoes, and roots to meat and dairy products. “You’d think there would be big cultural differences across human populations in these patterns,” says Thomas Tomich, a food systems economist at the University of California, Davis, who wasn’t involved in the new paper.… Continue reading The Food System Is Awful for the Climate. It Doesn’t Have to Be
Focal Bathys Review: The Ultimate
Headphone nerds are a tough crowd, especially when you take away their precious cables. Ask anyone who regularly browses the r/headphones subreddit whether noise-canceling or wireless headphones are any good, and you’re likely to get a lot of folks telling you that they’re fine for reducing outside sound, but can’t approach what wired headphones can… Continue reading Focal Bathys Review: The Ultimate
Nemo Dagger Osmo 3P Tent Review (2023): Lightweight, Roomy, and Ecofriendly
At a campground last week I watched someone set up what looked like an old-school canvas tent, complete with a wood-burning stove in it (it is winter), and I thought: See, you don’t really need all that expensive high-tech gear. Army tents still work. When I got home, I looked up that tent and realized… Continue reading Nemo Dagger Osmo 3P Tent Review (2023): Lightweight, Roomy, and Ecofriendly
21 Best Vinyl Accessories (2023): Cleaning Gear, Mats, Displays, and More
Whether you’ve just started spinning analog audio or you’ve been building a collection for years, good vinyl accessories can take your enjoyment—and your records’ longevity—to the next level. I’ve spent the better part of the past decade messing with some of the most lauded tools for cleaning, setting up, and maintaining record players, and these… Continue reading 21 Best Vinyl Accessories (2023): Cleaning Gear, Mats, Displays, and More
6 Best Cordless Vacuums (2023): For Carpet, Hardwood, and Hard-to-Reach Areas
A cordless vacuum might not change your life, but it can make the housework easier. Not being tethered to the wall is freedom you didn’t know you needed, letting you move from room to room without having to unplug and find a closer outlet. They’re also generally lighter and take up less space than upright… Continue reading 6 Best Cordless Vacuums (2023): For Carpet, Hardwood, and Hard-to-Reach Areas
Garmin Vivomove Trend Review: Wireless Charging!
One of the biggest pain points with fitness trackers is how each one has its own proprietary charger. It’s a serious inconvenience—if you forget a Lightning connector or a USB-C charger, you can always borrow one from a friend or find one in a store. But a proprietary Fitbit connector? Sorry! Guess you won’t be… Continue reading Garmin Vivomove Trend Review: Wireless Charging!
The LastPass Hack Somehow Gets Worse
Chinese hackers proved themselves to be as prolific and invasive as ever this week with new findings revealing that in February 2022, Beijing-backed hackers compromised the email server of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, an intergovernmental body of 10 Southeast Asian countries. The security alert, first reported by WIRED, comes as China has escalated… Continue reading The LastPass Hack Somehow Gets Worse
Jonathan Majors Is Enjoying His Villain Era
Is your acting a tribute to them in some way? Everything I do is connected to my family, my child, and my ancestors. Without a doubt. We represent. It’s no joke when someone says represent—that’s a real thing. I take that quite seriously. My name is on something. My face is on something. I represent… Continue reading Jonathan Majors Is Enjoying His Villain Era