A Popular Alien-Hunting Technique Is Increasingly in Doubt

Recent controversies bode ill for the effort to detect life on other planets by analyzing the gases in their atmospheres.

7 Best Water Leak Detectors (2024): Smart Water, Temperature, and Humidity Sensors

Don’t let busted pipes or an overflowing washing machine dampen your day. These WIRED-tested smart water sensors can help you catch problems quicker.

My Favorite Things an Amazon Echo Show Can Do (2024)

We also included our favorite ways to stop your Echo Show from spamming you.

IQ Air Atem X Review: High-End Air Purifier

This super high-end air purifier comes with verified papers, like a purebred dog.

3 Best Smart Displays (2024): Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa

Ever wish you could smash a tablet and smart speaker together? These devices offer the best of both.

9 Best Electric Toothbrushes (2024): Cheap, Smart, Kids, and Alternatives

These rechargeable and battery-powered models put better oral hygiene within easy reach.

Blink Mini 2 Review: Small Size, Big Value

Amazon’s small but mighty Blink Mini 2 comes with handy person detection, if you can stomach another subscription.

Eight Sleep Pod 3 Cover Review: Sleep Well

The billionaire biohacking buzz around this temperature-regulating mattress cover might be justified.

Diletta Bello+ Review: Perfect Crema Comes at a Cost

Treat it right and the Diletta Bello+ will brew the perfect espresso shot; treat it poorly and it'll spit in your cup.

Amazon Echo Hub Review: Bare-Bones Smart Display

The Hub takes the best features from the Show and cuts the clutter, putting smart-home control and widgets at the forefront.

13 Best Amazon Echo and Alexa Speakers (2024): Earbuds, Soundbars, Displays

We’ve rounded up our favorites, including third-party devices like the Sonos Era and a voice-enabled Yamaha soundbar.

9 Best Smart Speakers (2024): Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri

Chatty assistants from Amazon, Apple, and Google are popular. But which one is right for you?

NASA Engineers Are Racing to Fix Voyager 1

A computer glitch has put the future of humanity’s farthest-flung space probe in doubt.

The 10 Best Mesh Wi-Fi Routers of 2024

Forget about patchy internet connections and dead spots in the house. These WIRED-tested mesh systems will get you online in no time.

11 Best Smart Bulbs (2024): Lamp Bulbs, Ambient, Color, Etc

An internet-connected light bulb is one of the easiest ways to start building a smarter home.

What Is Wi-Fi 7? Here’s Everything You Need to Know About the Next Wireless Standard

The Wi-Fi 6E successor has arrived, and it promises to significantly boost the speed and stability of your wireless connections.

6 Best Smart Shades, Blinds, and Curtains (2023)

From made-to-measure smart shades to retrofit curtain bots, these are our favorite WIRED-tested drapes for your windows.

Philips Hue Secure Wired Camera Review: Works if You Love Hue

This stylish security camera syncs with your smart lights, but requires a subscription.

The Best Dyson Vacuums (2024): V15, V12, and More

Feeling the pull of a clean machine? We’ll help you make sense of Dyson’s whirlwind vacuum lineup.

A First Look at Matic, the Reengineered Robot Vacuum

We spent some time with the prototype robot vacuum from two ex-Google engineers that will be available in March 2024.

The Best Pet Cameras (2023): Treat Dispensing, Laser Pointer, and 360 Degrees

These cams let you check up on your dog or cat—and feed them treats—over the internet.

5 Best Smart Christmas Lights (2023): String Lights, Garlands, Outdoor Lights

Stop scrambling with wall plugs, and control your smart lights with a voice command or a tap on your phone instead. Now that’s a Christmas miracle.

The Best Eero Wi-Fi Mesh Routers (2023): Eero 6, 6+, Pro 6, Max 7, and More Tips

These popular Wi-Fi systems are easy to use, but the product lineup is confusing. Here’s how to choose the right one for your home.

8 Best Indoor Security Cameras (2023): For Homes and Apartments

Cameras can offer peace of mind, but choose carefully when you’re inviting one into your home.

How to Deter Thieves and Improve Your Smart Home Security

A mix of security cameras, smart lighting, and other smart home gadgets can deter pesky thieves. Here’s how to use them to stay safe.

Best Small Business Saturday Shops (2023): Here Are Our Favorite Local Stores

Support local stores in your community and beyond. Here are some of our hometown favorites we wanted to share.

JBL Authentics 200 Review: A Great Little Smart Speaker

If you’re after classic looks and modern smarts, this JBL speaker is a great option for home and the road.

7 Best Philips Hue Smart Lights (2023): Gradient Lightstrip, Go Lamp, and More Tips

Philips Hue sells many of the best smart lights, but its range can be tricky to navigate. Here’s how to choose the right kit for your home.

Eero Max 7 Review: Amazon's First Wi-Fi 7 Mesh

The new Wi-Fi 7 Eero mesh takes performance to the max but could also max out your credit card.

Apple HomeKit Secure Video: Pros and Cons

Shopping for a security camera or video doorbell? Before you go all-in on Apple’s framework, there are some things to consider.

Eve's Motion Sensor Finally Made My Home Feel 'Smart'

Eve’s Matter-supported motion sensors are reliable and responsive, enabling hands-off smart home automations.

11 Best Wi-Fi Routers (2023): Budget, Gaming Routers, Large Homes, Mesh

Don’t suffer the buffer. These WIRED-tested systems will deliver reliable internet across your home whatever your needs or budget.

12 Best Air Purifiers (2023): HEPA, Portable, and Quiet

Keep wildfire smoke, smog, and allergens out. We tested standard and HEPA models to find the right one for your home.

11 Best Sound Machines and White-Noise Machines (2023): Cheap, Night Lights, Lullabies

Help the whole family catch more z’s with soothing background noise from our favorite sound machines.

What Is Matter? We Explain the New Smart Home Standard (2023)

This open source protocol ensures your devices play nicely. As Matter 1.2 rolls out, here's what's changing in the smart home scene.

15 Best Smart Home Lighting (2023): Decorative Panels, LED Strips, and Ambient Lamps

Add some color to your life, find accent lighting to match your mood, and transform the feel of your home with these decorative devices.

5 Best Nanoleaf Smart Lights (2023): Shapes, 4D Kit, and Installation Tips

Nanoleaf has some of the coolest smart lighting panels around. Here’s how to choose the right one for your home.

I’m Charging My Toothbrush With Wireless Power Over Distance—and It’s a Trip

Nikola Tesla once dreamed of transferring electrical energy through the air. Now, a company called Wi-Charge is beta-testing a prototype technology, and I’m testing it in my bathroom.