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Watch Our Livestream Replay: Inside the AI Copyright Battles

What's going on right now with the copyright battles over artificial intelligence? Many lawsuits regarding generative AI’s training materials were initially filed back in 2023, with decisions just now starting to trickle out. Whether it’s Midjourney generating videos of Disney characters, like Wall-E brandishing a gun, or an exit interview with a top AI lawyer as he left Meta, WIRED senior writer Kate Knibbs has been following this fight for years. Watch the replay of WIRED’s subscriber-only li

Why I love my Apple EarPods

Jay Peters is a news editor for The Verge, which means, he explains, “I write and edit news about tech, gaming, and all of the many things The Verge covers. I also write a lot about indie video games. And I’m taking over David Pierce’s Installer newsletter while he’s on parental leave – please subscribe!” He adds that he’s been here for nearly six years, “which, as an obsessive reader of the site before joining the team, is hard for me to fathom.” When we asked him what his current favorite de

The FBI's Jeffrey Epstein Prison Video Had Nearly 3 Minutes Cut Out

Newly uncovered metadata reveals that nearly three minutes of footage were cut from what the US Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation described as “full raw” surveillance video from the only functioning camera near Jeffrey Epstein’s prison cell the night before he was found dead. The video was released last week as part of the Trump administration’s commitment to fully investigate Epstein’s 2019 death but instead has raised new questions about how the footage was edited and a

The 25 Best Non–Prime Day Deals From Retailers That Are Not Amazon

Prime Day started as a one-day sale, but Amazon has expanded it to nearly a week in its pursuit of absolute ecommerce dominance. We were all sucked in by fast shipping and low prices, but if you’re wary of feeding the beast, you needn’t go without great deals on tech. Plenty of other retailers are offering discounts and bargains this week, including Walmart, REI, Target, Wayfair, Best Buy, and Home Depot. You can also snag deals on many of the best tech devices direct from the manufacturers. Her

Prime Day is Finally Over But These 142 Deals Are Still Available

Prime Day may be over, but not every deal is dead. These hand-picked Prime Day deals are still on. Whether you're treating yourself or buying a gift, you can still bag a bargain if you’re quick. Everything we highlight has been vetted, tested, and recommended by a member of the WIRED Reviews team. And we cross-check picks with our buying guides and track prices to ensure you're getting genuine discounts worth biting on. Just beware, these deals could end at any moment. Jump to Section: Tech Dea

14 Best Prime Day TV Deals for All Budgets (2025)

Summer heat is upon us, but there's nothing cooler than great Prime Day TV deals on the best TVs we've tested. We don't recommend just any TV discounts; here at WIRED, you'll find only the top models we've thoroughly tested in a wide variety of styles and budget tiers at their lowest (or close to the lowest) prices, ensuring there's something for everyone. This is a living list, and we'll be continuously updating it with our favorites as the Amazon Prime Day sale event proceeds, so if you don't

Here’s What We Know About DOGE 2.0

After Elon Musk’s departure from DC, the future of the so-called Department of Government Efficiency seemed uncertain. But DOGE’s work continues unabated—its influence spreading farther and deeper into federal government agencies. WIRED’s Makena Kelly and Vittoria Elliott share with Leah Feiger what they found through their reporting. Mentioned in this episode: This Is DOGE 2.0, by Makena Kelly and Vittoria Elliott WIRED Talked to a Fired DOGE Staffer About Who Was Really in Charge, by Vittor

Join Our Livestream: Inside the AI Copyright Battles

What's going on right now with the copyright battles over artificial intelligence? Many lawsuits regarding generative AI’s training materials were initially filed back in 2023, with decisions just now starting to trickle out. Whether it’s Midjourney generating videos of Disney characters, like Wall-E brandishing a gun, or an exit interview with a top AI lawyer as he left Meta, WIRED senior writer Kate Knibbs has been following this fight for years—and she’s ready to answer your questions. Bring

Last-Chance Prime Day Deals, 313 Obsessively Tested Picks—Even $1,200 Off an OLED TV

Amazon Prime Day is four days in 2025, and we've reached the final day. The Prime Day deals started dropping last month and end at midnight tonight (Friday, July 11). We have been working in shifts, covering 20 hours a day through the end, in a dangerously caffeinated state—all to help you nab the best Prime Day deals with up-to-date recommendations. The WIRED Reviews team only recommends deals on products we’ve tested and approved, and which are actually discounted. If you’re looking for up-to

Here's What We Know About DOGE 2.0

After Elon Musk’s departure from D.C, the future of the so-called Department of Government Efficiency seemed uncertain. But DOGE’s work continues unabated—its influence spreading farther and deeper into federal government agencies. WIRED’s Makena Kelly and Vittoria Elliott share with Leah Feiger what they found through their reporting. Mentioned in this episode: This Is DOGE 2.0 by Makena Kelly and Vittoria Elliott WIRED Talked to a Fired DOGE Staffer About Who Was Really in Charge by Vittori

Best 16 Prime Day Kitchen Deals (2025): Breville, Ooni, Oxo

Amazon Prime Day sales are timed for early summer—the time of enjoyment. The time you spoil yourself. Most of the best Prime Day kitchen deals I recommend here are the ones that WIRED staff members use in their own kitchens, and love in their own lives. The Breville Barista Express ($550), on sale for $200 off, is also the one that has served WIRED reviewer Julian Chokkattu ably for more than five years. Our favorite air fryer, the Typhur Dome 2 ($285), is the basket air fryer I've kept proudly

Last-Chance Prime Day Deals, 293 Obsessively Tested Picks—Even $1,200 Off an OLED TV

Amazon Prime Day is four days in 2025, and we've reached the final day. The Prime Day deals started dropping last month and end at midnight tonight (Friday, July 11). We have been working in shifts, covering 20 hours a day through the end, in a dangerously caffeinated state—all to help you nab the best Prime Day deals with up-to-date recommendations. The WIRED Reviews team only recommends deals on products we’ve tested and approved, and which are actually discounted. If you’re looking for up-to

Not Just Any Prime Day Deals, 279 Obsessively Tested Picks—Even $1,200 Off an OLED TV

Amazon Prime Day is four days in 2025, and we're kicking off day three. The Prime Day deals started dropping last month and will end on Friday, July 11. We're working in shifts, covering 20 hours a day through the end, and are dangerously caffeinated—all to help you nab the best Prime Day deals with up-to-date recommendations. The WIRED Reviews team only recommends deals on products we’ve actually tested and approved, and which are actually discounted. If you’re looking for up-to-the-minute cov

12 Best Prime Day TV Deals for All Budgets (2025)

Summer heat is upon us, but there's nothing cooler than great Prime Day TV deals on the best TVs we've tested. We don't recommend just any TV discounts; here at WIRED, you'll find only the top models we've thoroughly tested in a wide variety of styles and budget tiers at their lowest (or close to the lowest) prices, ensuring there's something for everyone. This is a living list, and we'll be continuously updating it with our favorites as the Amazon Prime Day sale event proceeds, so if you don't

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Not Just Any Prime Day Deals, 270 Obsessively Tested Picks—Even $1,200 Off an OLED TV

Amazon Prime Day is four days in 2025, and we're kicking off day three. The Prime Day deals started dropping last month and will end on Friday, July 11. We're working in shifts, covering 20 hours a day through the end, and are dangerously caffeinated—all to help you nab the best Prime Day deals with up-to-date recommendations. The WIRED Reviews team only recommends deals on products we’ve actually tested and approved, and which are actually discounted. If you’re looking for up-to-the-minute cov

The 22 Best Non–Prime Day Deals From Retailers That Are Not Amazon

Prime Day started as a one-day sale, but Amazon has expanded it to nearly a week in its pursuit of absolute ecommerce dominance. We were all sucked in by fast shipping and low prices, but if you’re weary of feeding the beast, you needn’t go without great deals on tech. Plenty of other retailers are offering discounts and bargains this week, including Walmart, REI, Target, Wayfair, Best Buy, and Home Depot. You can also snag deals on many of the best tech devices direct from the manufacturers. He

Best 13 Prime Day Kitchen Deals (2025): Breville, Ooni, Oxo

Amazon Prime Day sales are timed for early summer—the time of enjoyment. The time you spoil yourself. Most of the best Prime Day kitchen deals I recommend here are the ones that WIRED staff members use in their own kitchens, and love in their own lives. The Breville Barista Express ($550), on sale for $200 off, is also the one that has served WIRED reviewer Julian Chokkattu ably for more than five years. Our favorite air fryer, the Typhur Dome 2 ($285), is the basket air fryer I've kept proudly

10 Best Prime Day Mattress Deals Plus Top Bedding Sales (2025)

As you may have noticed, mattress shopping holidays aren't limited to just Memorial Day, Labor Day, or even the Fourth of July anymore. Now that Amazon Prime Day is nearly a week long, it's become something of a holiday in and of itself, so it makes sense that mattresses (plus other bedding!) will be on sale too, both on Amazon and beyond. We've listed our favorite Prime Day mattress deals that someone on our staff has tested themselves and personally vouched for. If you want to know more about

7 Best Prime Day TV Deals for All Budgets (2025)

Summer heat is upon us, but there's nothing cooler than great Prime Day TV deals on the best TVs we've tested. We don't recommend just any TV discounts; here at WIRED, you'll find only the top models we've thoroughly tested in a wide variety of styles and budget tiers at their lowest (or close to the lowest) prices, ensuring there's something for everyone. This is a living list, and we'll be continuously updating it with our favorites as the Amazon Prime Day sale event proceeds, so if you don't

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Not Just Any Prime Day Deals, 255 Obsessively Tested Picks—Even $1,200 Off an OLED TV

Amazon Prime Day is four days in 2025, and we're kicking off day three. The Prime Day deals started dropping last month and will end on Friday, July 11. We're working in shifts, covering 20 hours a day through the end, and are dangerously caffeinated—all to help you nab the best Prime Day deals with up-to-date recommendations. The WIRED Reviews team only recommends deals on products we’ve actually tested and approved, and which are actually discounted. If you’re looking for up-to-the-minute cov

Not Just Any Prime Day Deals, 242 Obsessively Tested Picks—Even $1,200 Off an OLED TV

Amazon Prime Day is four days in 2025, and we're just kicking off day two. The Prime Day deals started dropping last month and will go on through Friday. We'll be dangerously caffeinated and working in shifts, covering 20 hours a day through the end. As Prime Day enters its second day, we have totally refreshed our recommendations to highlight categories WIRED readers want most and are shopping this Prime Day. The WIRED Reviews team only recommends deals on products we’ve actually tested and a

Not Just Any Prime Day Deals, 242 Obsessively Tested Picks—even $1,200 off an OLED TV

Amazon Prime Day is four days in 2025, and we're just kicking off day two. The Prime Day deals started dropping last month and will go on through Friday. We'll be dangerously caffeinated and working in shifts, covering 20 hours a day through the end. As Prime Day enters its second day, we have totally refreshed our recommendations to highlight categories WIRED readers want most and are shopping this Prime Day. The WIRED Reviews team only recommends deals on products we’ve actually tested and a

Not Just Any Prime Day Deals, 220 Obsessively Tested Picks—even $1,200 off an OLED TV

Amazon Prime Day is four days in 2025, and we're just kicking off day two. The Prime Day deals started dropping last month and will go on through Friday. We'll be dangerously caffeinated and working in shifts, covering 20 hours a day through the end. As Prime Day enters its second day, we have totally refreshed our recommendations to highlight categories WIRED readers want most and are shopping this Prime Day. The WIRED Reviews team only recommends deals on products we’ve actually tested and a

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Not Just Any Prime Day Deals, 201 Obsessively Tested Picks — even $1,200 off an OLED TV

Amazon Prime Day is four days in 2025, and we're just kicking off day two. The Prime Day deals started dropping last month and will go on through Friday. We'll be dangerously caffeinated and working in shifts, covering 20 hours a day through the end. As Prime Day enters its second day, we have totally refreshed our recommendations to highlight categories WIRED readers want most and are shopping this Prime Day. The WIRED Reviews team only recommends deals on products we’ve actually tested and a

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201 Prime Day Deals Picked by People Who Obsessively Test Gear

Amazon Prime Day is four days in 2025, and we're just kicking off day two. The Prime Day deals started dropping last month and will go on through Friday. We'll be dangerously caffeinated and working in shifts, covering 20 hours a day through the end. As Prime Day enters its second day, we have totally refreshed our recommendations to highlight categories WIRED readers want most and are shopping this Prime Day. The WIRED Reviews team only recommends deals on products we’ve actually tested and a

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The best doorbell cameras

Editor’s note: Amazon Prime Day 2025 is officially underway. If you’re looking to make the most of the four-day shopping extravaganza, we’ve put together a guide to the best Prime Day deals you can get. With a smart video doorbell, your front door’s communication skills go from 1980s landline to a modern smartphone. Combining a motion-activated camera with a microphone, speaker, and buzzer, a doorbell camera sends alerts to your phone, allowing you to see who’s at the door without needing to op

6 Best Prime Day Mattress Deals Plus Top Bedding Sales (2025)

As you may have noticed, mattress shopping holidays aren't limited to just Memorial Day, Labor Day, or even the Fourth of July anymore. Now that Amazon Prime Day is nearly a week long, it's become something of a holiday in and of itself, so it makes sense that Amazon would start offering mattresses too. We've listed our favorite Prime Day mattress deals that someone on our staff has tested themselves and personally vouches for. If you want to know more about our favorite mattresses, we have you

201 Prime Day Deals Picked By People Who Obsessively Test Gear

Amazon Prime Day is four days in 2025, and we're just kicking off day two. The Prime Day deals started dropping last month and will go on through Friday. We'll be dangerously caffeinated and working in shifts, covering 20 hours a day through the end. As Prime Day enters its second day, we have totally refreshed our recommendations to highlight categories WIRED readers want most and are shopping this Prime Day. The WIRED Reviews team only recommends deals on products we’ve actually tested and a

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Best 10 Prime Day Kitchen Deals (2025): Breville, Ooni, Oxo

Amazon Prime Day sales are timed for early summer—the time of enjoyment. The time you spoil yourself. Most of the best Prime Day kitchen deals I recommend here are the ones that WIRED staff members use in their own kitchens, and love in their own lives. The Breville Barista Express ($550), on sale for $200 off, is also the one that has served WIRED reviewer Julian Chokkattu ably for more than five years. Our favorite air fryer, the Typhur Dome 2 ($285) is the basket air fryer I've kept proudly o

191 Prime Day Deals Picked By People Who Obsessively Test Gear

Amazon Prime Day is four days in 2025, and we're just kicking off day two. The Prime Day deals started dropping last month and will go on through Friday. We'll be dangerously caffeinated and working in shifts, covering 20 hours a day through the end. As Prime Day enters its second day, we have totally refreshed our recommendations to highlight categories WIRED readers want most and are shopping this Prime Day. The WIRED Reviews team only recommends deals on products we’ve actually tested and a

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