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Two decades ago social media promised to connect people with pals far and wide. Twenty years online has left us turning to AI for kinship. IRL companionship is the future.

Hamstrung by lawsuits, the state can’t officially keep its goal to ban new gas-powered car sales by 2035. But it’s going to keep trying.

The leading approach to the simplex method, a widely used technique for balancing complex logistical constraints, can’t get any better.

The Mac Mini is a fantastic little computer, but you'll need one of these great monitors to complete the setup.

These portable heaters will heat a room quickly, quietly, and safely.

Lossless audio is the first step toward audio nirvana. But what is it, does it really make a difference, and how can you get it? Here’s what to know.

Digital tools are not always superior. Here are some WIRED-tested paper agendas and notebooks to keep you on track.

Plant parents don’t always want another plant—up your gift-giving game with these favorite plant presents we've tested.

Get a grip on gaming with the best controller options for Nintendo’s latest handheld console.

The administration’s pro-industry tilt—across three executive agencies—is feeding the MAHA movement’s growing discontent.

Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, Frankenstein, and Klaus are just a few of the movies you should watch on Netflix this month.

Wicked, Merry Little Batman, and Die Hard are just a few of the movies you should be watching on Amazon Prime Video this week.

Procrastinators, rejoice. Super Saturday is here with last-minute deals on WIRED-tested gear.

Plus: Cisco discloses a zero-day with no available patch, Venezuela accuses the US of a cyberattack, and more.

Our public spaces are now awash with wireless internet. Make sure you’re getting the most out of every connection.

Plus: Samsung also announces new Micro RGB TVs, and a looming global memory crunch might make Nvidia reduce its supply of graphics cards.

Sleep is the one thing every giftee needs, and you can help them get it. These are our tried-and-tested picks for giftable sleep aids, from masks to melatonin.

Save on Loop Earplugs, including Quiet 2 and popular gift sets for improved sleep, focus, and comfort.

Score up to $100 off refurbished premium products, free shipping on orders of $29+, and more at Logitech.

From photos of former president Bill Clinton to images of strange scrapbooks, the Justice Department’s release is curious but far from revelatory.