Gallery: The Gear We Couldn't Live Without This January
Photos by Jim Merithew/WIRED01Wagner Custom WIRED Skis
These Wagner Customs are the perfect everyman ski, great for all terrain types and mountain conditions.
Photos by Jim Merithew/WIRED02Chris King R45 Racing Hubs
Lightweight and beautifully engineered, these Chris King wheel hubs will last forever.
Photos by Jim Merithew/WIRED03Mophie Powerstation XL
The Powerstation XL has two USB ports and plenty of power so you can share your juice with others.
Photos by Jim Merithew/WIRED04Shure SE846 Earphones
They're way, way, way out of my price range, but Shure's SE846 earphones sound amazing and come with individual nozzles that let you fine-tune the sound signature.
Photos by Jim Merithew/WIRED05Shure SM58 Microphone
Shure's SM58 Mic will stand up to all manner of abuse and sound fantastic doing it.
Photos by Jim Merithew/WIRED06Osprey Rev 6
The Osprey Rev 6 is a low-profile hydration pack for runners, bikers, or anyone who wants to stay lightweight and mobile.
Photos by Jim Merithew/WIRED07SoundJaw for iPad
The SoundJaw proves even a small piece of unassuming plastic can make a big difference when it comes to your iPad's sound.
Photos by Jim Merithew/WIRED08Cord Tacos
Tame your unruly cable nest with these leather Cord Tacos.
Photos by Jim Merithew/WIRED09Icebreakers Carve Long Sleeve Zip
The Icebreakers Carve Long Sleeve Zip is a mid-layer top for snow sports, but can double as a sweatshirt-like option for late winter/spring.
Photos by Jim Merithew/WIRED10Rickshaw City Tote Bag
Rickshaw's tweed City Tote is a sturdy, versatile, and perfectly-sized bag.
Photos by Jim Merithew/WIRED11Verizon 4G LTE 4510L MiFi
Verizon's 4G LTE MiFi lets you bring your own personal Wi-Fi bubble everywhere you go.
Photos by Jim Merithew/WIRED12Pearl Izumi P.R.O. Barrier Shoe Covers
Pearl Izumi's P.R.O. Barrier Shoe covers will keep your toes from turning into tiny flesh popsicles.
Photos by Jim Merithew/WIRED13Zagg Profolio for iPad
There's no such thing as a perfect keyboard case. But for us, the Zagg Profolio comes closest.
Photos by Jim Merithew/WIRED14Adidas Evil Eye Halfrim Pro L Glasses
Adidas's Evil Eye glasses have a great field of view, an adjustable nosepiece, and an anti-fog ventilation system.
I Trained a Fly’s Brain to Generate WIRED Story Ideas
I used an open-source map of a fruit fly’s brain to vibe code a website called PitchFly. Its headline suggestions were delightfully bananas.
Will Knight
The 8 Best Movies to Stream This Month
The Mandalorian and Grogu, The Wild Robot, and Obsession are among the must-watch films arriving this month.
Matt Kamen
Chipotle Is Working With Palantir to Track Food Safety Risks
The burrito chain has enlisted Palantir for a platform that monitors pest incidents, employee illnesses, and other factors. The partnership comes after a nightmare summer for food safety across the US.
Kate Taylor
The iPhone 18 Pro Is for the Shutterbugs
Fun camera features help make these candy bar iPhones stand out from the dazzle of the folding iPhone Duo.
Julian Chokkattu
Don’t Buy an Android Phone Until You Read Our Guide
Shopping for a phone can be an ordeal. That’s why we’ve tested almost every Android phone, from the smartest to the cheapest—even phones that fold—to find the ones worth your money.
Julian Chokkattu
Introducing the WIRED App
The app is the best way to read, watch, and listen to WIRED’s journalism.
WIRED Staff
Hackers Got Inside a Flock Camera. Its Data Shows How the System Really Works
A hacker collective pulled down a Flock camera and dumped its data. The files included thousands of videos and logs showing that the device captured 1.6 million images of 50,000 vehicles in 21 days.
Dhruv Mehrotra
The EU Plans to Ban Social Media For Under-13s
The bloc wants to curb Big Tech’s grip on children with its new EU Kids Act, but age checks, parental oversight, and privacy concerns could make its plan difficult to implement.
Isabella Ward
I Made Robot Vacuums Clean Up Cherry Juice and Cheerios. These Won
My hands-on tests reveal which models can scrub stains, reach difficult corners, and navigate a chaotic home.
Nena Farrell
Self-Driving Cars Might Change Crash Testing Forever
Lie down in a car, and you’re more likely to get seriously hurt in a crash. But a driverless future is forcing governments to revisit long-standing safety issues.
Aarian Marshall
Boox Just Announced the Palma 3 E-Reader
The e-paper device maker also launched two new color digital notebooks last night, the Note Air6 C and Mini C.
Nena Farrell
China Isn’t Buying Silicon Valley’s Call for an AI Slowdown
The US and China agree that advanced AI poses serious risks. But Beijing is deeply skeptical of a deal that prioritizes keeping US companies ahead.
Louise Matsakis