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Tinder Launches Mandatory Facial Verification to Weed Out Bots and Scammers
Face Check will scan new members’ faces to ensure they don’t match existing profiles. The move comes as romance scams continue to proliferate, with billions lost over the last decade.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 20:45:03 +0000
No, ICE (Probably) Didn’t Buy Guided Missile Warheads
A federal contracting database lists an ICE payment for $61,218 with the payment code for “guided missile warheads and explosive components.” But it appears ICE simply entered the wrong code.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 20:31:57 +0000
Our Favorite High Resolution Mirrorless Camera Is $900 Off Right Now
We found two outstanding camera deals, including one on Sony’s A7R V at the lowest price it’s ever been.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 18:30:23 +0000
JBL’s Rad Clip-On Bluetooth Speaker Is $20 Off
Take this unique speaker on your next adventure, and save some cash in the process.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 18:14:27 +0000
AI Models Get Brain Rot, Too
A new study shows that feeding large language models low-quality, high-engagement content from social media lowers their cognitive abilities.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 18:00:00 +0000
Also TM-B Ebike: Specs, Release Date, Price, and Features
Preorders are open now for the Also TM-B ebike, which starts at $4,000. It ships next year.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 17:30:00 +0000
The Long Tail of the AWS Outage
Experts say outages like the one that Amazon experienced this week are almost inevitable given the complexity and scale of cloud technology—but the duration serves as a warning.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 16:31:33 +0000
This Open Source Robot Brain Thinks in 3D
Open source language models are crucial to AI innovation. Can open robotics models do the same for physical machines?
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 16:00:42 +0000
The 6 Best Essential Oil Diffusers We’ve Tried (and 2 to Avoid)
Keep things smelling fresh with these handy home gadgets. After researching and testing several picks, the Urpower Aroma is our favorite for most people.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 15:37:00 +0000
Historians Don't Think a US Civil War Is Likely—but They're Still Nervous
“The fabric of what binds America together at this point is basically on its final thread,” one source tells WIRED.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 15:00:00 +0000
GM's New ‘Eyes-Off’ System Lets AI Take the Wheel While You Doomscroll
General Motors’ new self-driving system will let the driver speed down the highway without looking at the road. It’s one of several features enabled by the adoption of machine intelligence in cars.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 15:00:00 +0000
The Best Gifts for Rock Climbers (2025): Coros, Meta, Gramicci
Here's what to get for your friend with the fiddly little fingers and stinky feet.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 13:02:00 +0000
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Best iPad to Buy (and Some to Avoid) in 2025
We break down the current iPad lineup to help you figure out which of Apple’s tablets is best for you.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 12:03:00 +0000
Best Kitchen Composters and Food Recyclers (2025)
Responsibly dispose of your food scraps with one of these indoor, (mostly) odor-free WIRED-tested devices.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 11:30:00 +0000
Phonak Virto R Infinio Review: Prescription Hearing Aids With Great Fit
These prescription hearing aids are custom molded to fit your ears—and only your ears.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000
Essential Gear for an Emergency Kit—for Cars or Go-Bags
We consulted preparedness experts and WIRED's team of testers for the essential gear in case of wildfires, earthquakes, and lord knows what else.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 10:31:00 +0000
People Who Say They’re Experiencing AI Psychosis Beg the FTC for Help
The Federal Trade Commission received 200 complaints mentioning ChatGPT between November 2022 and August 2025. Several attributed delusions, paranoia, and spiritual crises to the chatbot.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 10:30:00 +0000
NASA’s Boss Just Shook Up the Agency’s Plans to Land on the Moon
Sean Duffy called out SpaceX for being “behind schedule” on a lunar lander and said he’d explore other options.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 09:30:00 +0000
Resistant Bacteria Are Advancing Faster Than Antibiotics
One in six laboratory-confirmed bacteria in 2023 proved resistant to antibiotic treatment, according to the World Health Organization—all related to a variety of common diseases globally.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 09:00:00 +0000
OnePlus Promo Code: $100 Off | October 2025 | WIRED
Save 20% with a OnePlus coupon this month, plus save up to 10% on earbuds, phones, and more.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 05:30:00 +0000
Lenovo Coupon Codes and Deals: $5,000 Off
Whether you’re shopping for a ThinkPad, Yoga laptop, or Legion gaming PC, these Lenovo discount codes and promotions can help you save big on your next tech upgrade.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 05:10:00 +0000
20% Off LG Promo Code & Coupons | October 2025
Save up to 20% with an LG promo code today, plus up to $2,000 off when you shop the LG Buy More Save Mores event this October.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000
New Report Finds Efforts to Slow Climate Change Are Working—Just Not Fast Enough
By virtually every key metric, efforts to fight climate change are going too slowly, according to findings by a coalition of climate groups. In some cases, things are moving in the wrong direction.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 04:01:00 +0000
Samsung’s Galaxy XR Mixed Reality Headset Is Here: Price, Release Date, Features
This Android XR-powered headset comes with Google’s Gemini assistant and once again asks you to step into virtual waters.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 02:00:00 +0000
This Smart Warming Mug Is Marked Down by $60
Keep your favorite liquids warm for hours with the discounted Ember Travel Mug 2+.
Tue, 21 Oct 2025 20:04:58 +0000
Melania Trump Used as ‘Window-Dressing’ in Elaborate Memecoin Fraud, Legal Filing Claims
The first lady of the United States became a pawn in an intricate memecoin scam that resulted in millions of dollars in losses, crypto investors have alleged.
Tue, 21 Oct 2025 19:30:20 +0000
OpenAI’s Atlas Browser Takes Direct Aim at Google Chrome
The new ChatGPT-powered web browser is OpenAI’s boldest play yet to reinvent how people use the web.
Tue, 21 Oct 2025 19:06:41 +0000
The 39 Best Shows on Apple TV Right Now (November 2025)
Slow Horses, The Morning Show, and Platonic are among the best shows on Apple TV this month.
Tue, 21 Oct 2025 19:00:00 +0000
Sperm From Older Men Have More Genetic Mutations
Researchers confirmed that sperm accumulate mutations over the years, increasing the risk of transmitting diseases to offspring.
Tue, 21 Oct 2025 18:32:18 +0000
The Long History of Frogs as Protest Symbols
Inflatable frog costumes are selling out following the weekend's “No Kings” protests and to counter Trump’s demonization of US cities more broadly.
Tue, 21 Oct 2025 17:07:06 +0000
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Apple MacBook Pro (M5, 14-Inch) Review: More of the Same
It's not as exciting as it once was, but the M5 MacBook Pro offers yet another breakthrough in performance.
Tue, 21 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Forget SEO. Welcome to the World of Generative Engine Optimization
This holiday season, more shoppers are expected to use chatbots to figure out what to buy. ‘Tis the season for GEO.
Tue, 21 Oct 2025 16:00:00 +0000
The AWS Outage Was a Nightmare for College Students
The outage impacted online learning platform Canvas, which is used by half of college students across the US, leaving many unable to access course materials or contact professors.
Tue, 21 Oct 2025 15:25:38 +0000
Inside the Trump Adminstration's Bluesky Invasion
On Friday, after months of internal discussions, federal agencies began posting on the left-friendly social network. Within days, they dominated a list of the most-blocked accounts.
Tue, 21 Oct 2025 15:04:19 +0000
Oakley Meta Vanguard Review: The Do-It-All Smart Glasses
Meta’s second collaboration with Oakley look good, sound great, and might just replace your action cam.
Tue, 21 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0000
Apple iPad Pro (M5, 2025) Review: Tremendously Powerful
Apple’s flagship tablet homes in on power, but it‘s the desktop-like iPadOS 26 experience that makes it shine.
Tue, 21 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0000
32 Best Gifts for Teens (2025), Tested by Us and Our Kids
Teenagers can be scary and impossible to shop for. From gaming chairs to cologne to slippers, these adolescent-approved gifts can help.
Tue, 21 Oct 2025 12:08:00 +0000
Luminkey Magger68 Plus HE Review: Mechanical Heart
Luminkey’s Hall effect Magger68 Plus has the heart of a mechanical keyboard.
Tue, 21 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000
17 Best Couches We’ve Tested That You Can Buy Online (2025)
Refresh your space with a sofa that arrives right at your doorstep. We’ve spent years in search of the best couches—read about all the styles we’ve tested here.
Tue, 21 Oct 2025 10:33:00 +0000
Bread Delivery Service Wildgrain Is $40 Off Right Now
This will be the biggest sale this year on Wildgrain’s oddly delicious bake-at-home sourdough, croissants, and pumpkin biscuits.
Tue, 21 Oct 2025 10:02:00 +0000
Easter Island’s Moai Statues May Have Walked to Where They Now Stand
An archaeological mystery gets one step closer to being solved.
Tue, 21 Oct 2025 09:00:00 +0000
Mystery Object From ‘Space’ Strikes United Airlines Flight Over Utah
Government investigators are gathering data to confirm what exactly cracked the windshield of a 737 Max aircraft at above 30,000 feet.
Mon, 20 Oct 2025 19:00:00 +0000
Google Has a Bedbug Infestation in Its New York Offices
Employees at the company’s Chelsea campus were told to stay home after exterminators found “credible evidence” of an infestation.
Mon, 20 Oct 2025 18:42:06 +0000
What to Know About the Shocking Louvre Jewelry Heist
In just seven minutes, the thieves took off with crown jewels containing with thousands of diamonds along with other precious gems.
Mon, 20 Oct 2025 18:18:18 +0000
These Skullcandy Earbuds Are Discounted Up to Nearly $50 Off
The Method 360 ANC have great active noise canceling and a case built for clumsy folks like me.
Mon, 20 Oct 2025 18:09:52 +0000
WIRED Roundup: Satellites Data Leak, Cybertrucks, Politicized Federal Workers
In this episode of Uncanny Valley, we run through the top stories of the week, including security concerns from satellites leaking sensitive data and the experiences of undeterred Cybertruck owners.
Mon, 20 Oct 2025 16:38:11 +0000
13 Best White Elephant Gifts (2025): Coffee Pot Mug, Legos, Sushi Magnets, and More
Bring the gift everyone will want to win from this year's holiday party, from a bathrobe for a bottle of wine to magnets they'll wish they could eat.
Mon, 20 Oct 2025 15:09:00 +0000
What the Huge AWS Outage Reveals About the Internet
Amazon Web Services experienced DNS resolution issues on Monday morning, taking down wide swaths of the web—and highlighting a long-standing weakness in the internet's infrastructure.
Mon, 20 Oct 2025 14:22:46 +0000
The 14 Best Gifts for Plant Lovers We’d Buy Ourselves (2025)
Plant parents don’t always want another plant—up your gift-giving game with these favorite plant presents we've tested.
Mon, 20 Oct 2025 14:00:00 +0000
6 Best VPN Services (2025), Tested and Reviewed
Every VPN says it’s the best, but only some of them are telling the truth.
Mon, 20 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0000