Aug 31, 2017 7:00 AM

Step Up Your Gadget Game with This Month's Coolest Gear

Our favorite products from August, including the Samsung Galaxy Note 8, Fitbit Ionic, and Essential 360 Camera.

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9 WIRED-Approved Gifts for the Techie in Your Life

Don’t buy a loved one something you wouldn’t want for yourself. These are the must-haves that tech enthusiasts have on their wish lists this year.

Luke Larsen

Sony Wants You to Forget About Discs With Its Gorgeous Transparent Controllers

Sony has new, spiffy see-through controllers and covers for its PlayStation 5 that let you see the hardware guts inside.

Boone Ashworth

The Best Cheap Phones for Almost Every Budget

There’s little reason to pay top dollar for a smartphone. These iPhones and Android devices—ranging from $100 to $800—stood up to WIRED’s testing.

Julian Chokkattu

Google’s Fitbit Edge Debuts a Replaceable Battery—and Brings Back the Screen

The new $179 tracker features Pixel Watch smarts, week-long battery life, and an OLED screen.

Boutayna Chokrane

Motorola Is Offering a Free Smartwatch and Earbuds When You Buy a Razr

The Razr is our favorite budget foldable phone. While it isn’t on sale yet, Motorola is adding extras to sweeten this October deal.

Les Shu

Treat Yourself to Deals on Our Favorite Phone Chargers

Avoid the scariest thing this Halloween (your phone at 1 percent) with Anker's 20 percent off sale on all charging gear.

Kat Merck

Can’t Wait for Black Friday? Check Out These Live Deals

The early bird gets the worm. Here are the best Black Friday deals for 2026 you can already get right now.

Simon Hill

The 28 Best Prime Day Tech Deals Will Expire Tonight

Never pay full price. Bag yourself some Prime Day tech deals on our favorite WIRED-tested gadgets before they disappear.

Simon Hill

The Best Prime Day Deals on Phone Accessories Won't Last After Tonight

Just bought a new phone or looking to enhance an existing one? Prime Day is the time to save on accessories like batteries, chargers, and more.

Les Shu

Our Go-To Power Banks Are On Sale Right Now

You can never have too many portable chargers, especially when they’re this discounted.

Louryn Strampe

Samsung Promo Codes: 20% Off in November 2026

Save 30% or 10% with Samsung coupon codes, up to $1,000 on appliances, plus limited-time deals on the Galaxy Z Fold7, Flip7, and S25.

Molly Higgins

Which Microsoft Surface Is Best for You?

With pricing in flux and new models available, here’s which Surface Laptop and Surface Pro to buy.

Luke Larsen

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