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The 8 Best Smartwatches (2020): Apple Watch, Samsung, Wear OS

Which smartwatch should you buy? From the Apple Watch to the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2, here are our favorites. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Litter-Robot 3 Connect Review: A Worthwhile But Pricey Cat Toilet

The tricked-out litter box answers one of life's great questions: What if my kitty's toilet was a robot? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Animals Need Digital Privacy, Too

Humans are not the only living things beset by hidden cameras and tracked by portable devices. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Not to Ruin the Super Bowl, But the Sea Is Consuming Miami

*Huzzah* for overeating and watching athletes brutalize each other. *Boo* the fact that climate change is an existential threat to Miami. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Climate Change Is Netflix's Ragnarok

The newest superhero coming-of-age drama updates—and infantilizes—Nordic mythology for our age of environmental disaster. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Week's Cartoons: It's Parenting Week at WIRED!

Hashtag dad life. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Super Bowl 2020: Watch the Best Ads Here

Hate football but love Squarespace? Watch all the ads now so you can skip the Big Game. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Alphabet Has a Second, Secretive Quantum Computing Team

Google's parent touted its quantum supremacy achievement last year. It doesn't talk about a group at X working on software. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Gadget Lab Podcast: Byte Video Sharing, and Motorola’s Razr Reboot

On this week’s show, we talk about Vine's rebirth as Byte, and the new Razr reboot, which now comes with (of course) a folding screen. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Warren Pledges to Fight Disinformation, but Her Arsenal Is Limited

When it comes to stopping the spread of false information in the 2020 election, everyone is at the mercy of Big Tech. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Tiny Glass Bead Goes as Still as Nature Allows

In everyday life, stillness is an illusion. Not so in this lab, where scientists rendered an object as motionless as the laws of physics permit. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Startup Wants to Help Indie Booksellers Take on Amazon

Bookshop, an ecommerce startup intended to help independent bookstores assert themselves online, has the tech giant in its sights. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Coronavirus Is Now Infecting People Who Haven't Traveled to China

Public health experts worry the outbreak is entering a dangerous new phase as cases of local transmission in other countries accumulate. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

To Survive, Byte Needs to Win Over Creators Where Vine Failed

Six-second video loops are finally back, but this time it has to compete with TikTok. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Seth Rogen Is Working on a Movie About a Killer Meme

It's an adaption of the Boom\! Studios comic *Memetic*. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

7 Best Gaming Controllers (2020): PC, Xbox, PS4, Switch

A great gamepad instantly levels up your play. These are our top picks for Switch, Xbox, PS4, and PC. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Success Kid's Mom Won't Stand for Steve King's 'Meme' Ad

Laney Griner, the mother behind the meme, sent the Iowa congressperson a cease-and-desist. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Exclusive: Brooks' Hyperion Elite Could Beat Nike's Vaporflys

Proprietary foam and a carbon fiber plate could make one of the year's most anticipated new racing shoes a record-breaker. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Mark Warner Takes on Big Tech and Russian Spies

A former telecoms entrepreneur, the Virginia senator says that saving the industry (and democracy) might mean blowing up Big Tech as we know it. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today's Cartoon: Marriage Counseling

Children are our future, and our tiniest password managers. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

7 Best Gaming Controllers (2020): PC, Xbox, PS4, Switch

A great gamepad instantly levels up your play. These are our top picks for Switch, Xbox, PS4, and PC. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Coronavirus Is Now Infecting People Who Haven't Traveled to China

Public health experts worry the outbreak is entering a dangerous new phase as cases of local transmission in other countries accumulate. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Bionic Jellyfish Swims With Manic Speed (for a Jellyfish)

Researchers equip jellyfish with electronics to turbocharge their swimming pace. It's a fascinating new way to approach robotics. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How to Nail a Front Flip in a Monster Truck

Want to attempt this gravity-defying stunt in a 5-ton vehicle? Better know your physics. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The History of Food Photos—From Still Lifes to Brunch 'Grams

Humans have been snapping pics of their plates for over 160 years—and photos of meals have revealed a lot about the people gathered at the table. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

6 Best Gaming Desktop PCs (2020): Custom, High-End, Cheap

I assure you, these PC battle stations are fully armed and operational. They're also WIRED Recommended. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

'Kingdom Hearts III Re: Mind' Is the Antidote to Bad Endings

In a cultural moment where franchises like Star Wars and Game of Thrones don't know how to end well, Kingdom Hearts says: Why end at all? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How to Get the Most Out of Your Smartphone's Encryption

Both iPhones and Androids are encrypted by default. But there are steps you can take to safeguard your data on backups and messaging apps. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The 6 Best TVs for Every Budget (2020): TCL, Samsung, LG

The best, boldest, and most budget-friendly 4K and 8K TVs WIRED has seen, from OLEDs to LCDs. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The 10,000-Year Clock Is a Waste of Time

It's less a monument to long-term thinking than a Gilded Age distraction. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Comic Book Artists on Parenthood, Creativity, and Cry-Barfing

Having a kid doesn’t extinguish inspiration. Three cartoonists share how becoming parents radically transformed their art—and everything else. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

When ‘Ghost Kitchens’ Become Mystery Grubhub Listings

A takeout mix-up in San Francisco revealed a dirty secret of the food-delivery business: restaurants listed without their permission. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Inside SpinLaunch, the Space Industry’s Best Kept Secret

The company is building a massive centrifuge to accelerate rockets and send them screaming into space. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today's Cartoon: Art Class

Fingerpainting for the ’gram. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Tragedy and Mystery of the ‘Best Game of the Decade’

Now that the fifth and final chapter of *Kentucky Route Zero* is out, we know how it ends—and have more questions than ever. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

AI Helps Warehouse Robots Pick Up New Tricks

Backed by machine learning luminaries, Covariant.ai's bots can handle jobs previously needing a human touch. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Oh Sure, Big Tech Wants Regulation—on Its Own Terms

At Davos and beyond, Facebook, Google, Microsoft, and Co. are talking a big game about regulation, but in ways that protect their bottom line. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Oscars 2020: 20 Nominated Movies You Can Stream Right Now

You have just a few short days until the Academy Awards. Here's what you can catch up on from the comfort of your couch. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

10 Best Android Phones You Can Buy (New, Unlocked, Cheap)

Wonder what the absolute best Android phone is right now? We have the answer, and some alternatives from Google, OnePlus, Samsung, LG, Moto, and more. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The 15 Best TV and Soundbar Deals for the Super Bowl (2020)

TVs are on sale because of the Super Bowl. We've rounded up our favorite discounted sets, soundbars, and streamers. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The US Space Force Has a Rough Launch on the Internet

From controversy over camo print to Star Trek comparisons, the new military branch can't buy a break online. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today's Cartoon: Airplane Mode

Kids are a flight risk. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

CollegeHumor Helped Shape Online Comedy. What Went Wrong?

The company grew from a scrappy startup to a digital media player. Now it’s clinging to life after mass layoffs. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Building High-Rises Out of Wood Can Help Save the Planet

Concrete and steel come with massive emissions. So let's ditch them and build towers out of wood. Yes, wood. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Billie Eilish Cleaned Up at the Grammys

The 18-year-old won five of the six awards for which she was nominated. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Defying Vertigo to Capture Aerial Photos From a Hang Glider

A photographer overcame her altitude anxieties to capture canvas-worthy aerials of the French countryside. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

AI License Plate Readers Are Cheaper—So Drive Carefully

Police can add computer-vision software to ordinary security cameras for as little as $50 a month. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Tinder Swipes Right on AI to Help Stop Harassment

The dating app says its new machine learning tool can help flag potentially offensive messages and encourage more users to report inappropriate behavior. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Best Dyson Vacuums (2020): V11, V7 Trigger, and More

It's easy to get sucked into the brand's vast catalog. Here are the ones that floored us. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Blurred Boundaries of Work-From-Home Parenting

The same technology that's made working from home easier than ever has fundamentally changed what “home” means to me. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How to Raise Media-Savvy Kids in the Digital Age

Experts tips and tricks for helping your younglings think critically about what they see on TV and social media. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Apple's iPad Turns 10: A Look Back at Its First Decade

Here's what WIRED writers have had to say about Apple's tablet in the 10 years since its arrival. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Pepe the Frog Foretold the Fraught World of Modern Memes

The new documentary Feels Good Man traces the frog's evolution from an indie comic to one of the world's most polarizing symbols. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

I Thought My Kids Were Dying. They Just Had Croup.

The old-fashioned-sounding illness is mostly harmless. So why does it cause so much parental panic? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today's Cartoon: Invasion of Privacy

Who’s watching the baby watchers? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

I Monitor My Teens' Electronics, and You Should Too

Kids should have no expectation of privacy on devices given to them by their parents, for better and for worse. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The 'Book Murderer' Tops This Week's Internet News Roundup

What kind of sick person slashes apart their novels and posts the deed on Twitter? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

An Origin Story, Smart Headlights, and Other Car News

General Motors' Cruise unit shows off its self-driving concept vehicle, while Hyundai smothers road noise. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How to Be Humane to a Lab-Grown Brain

Ethicists and biologists seek to head off challenges raised by tissue “organoids” as they become increasingly similar to human brains. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Houdini Power Air Houdi Review: An Environmentally-Friendly Hoodie

This hoodie, which sheds much fewer microplastic fibers, makes me feel bad about wearing any other hoodie. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

New Safety Gizmos Are Making Car Insurance More Expensive

The high cost of repairing sensor-packed vehicles outpaces the savings from fewer crashes. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Sneaky Simple Malware That Hits Millions of Macs

How the Shlayer Trojan topped the macOS malware charts—despite its “rather ordinary” methods. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Space Photos of the Week: An Ode to Infrared

The Spitzer Space Telescope wasn’t big, but its view of the universe was certainly mighty. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Best Running Gear (2020): Shoes, Clothes, Accessories

Whether you’re running in warm weather or in the rain, we have the gear for you, including shoes, socks, and more. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Google Calls Out Safari for Privacy Flaws

Facial recognition, iCloud encryption, and the rest of this week's top security news. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Writing About Videogames Isn't All Fun and Glamor

David L. Craddock is one of the major voices in longform games journalism, but his reporting hasn't always been easy. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Doomsday Clock Moves Closer Than Ever to Midnight

Since the advent of the clock—even during the peak years of the Cold War—the minute hand has never advanced past the 11:58 mark. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

London Cops Will Use Facial Recognition to Hunt Suspects

The deployment, at an unspecified number of locations, will be one of the largest uses of the technology by government authorities in the West. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

An AI Epidemiologist Sent the First Warnings of the Wuhan Virus

The BlueDot algorithm scours news reports and airline ticketing data to predict the spread of diseases like those linked to the flu outbreak in China. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Scraping the Web Is a Powerful Tool. Clearview AI Abused It

The facial recognition startup claims it collected billions of photos from sites like Facebook and Twitter. What does the practice mean for the open web? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

16 Best Weekend Deals: Samsung QLEDs, Apple AirPods Pro, and More

If you're in the market for the Gadget Lab's favorite headphones, a smart display, or a new robot vacuum, you're in luck. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Patreon Can't Solve Its Porn Pirate Problem

Two years ago, Patreon promised to crack down on piracy site Yiff.Party. Now it says its hands are tied. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Chime Chai Maker Review: A Pricey, Speedy Way to Make Chai

For chai lovers, Chime's hands-free and speedy pod-based brewing process is convenience at its finest. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Sure, 'The Goop Lab' Is Absurd—but It Also Offers Hope

Gwyneth Paltrow’s Netflix show offers controversial treatments for people who feel they’ve been failed by everything else. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Athletic Authorities Must Reckon With Racing Tech Again

As World Athletics debates whether to ban Nike's carbon-fiber running shoe, it should heed lessons from the case of “Bionic Olympian” Oscar Pistorius. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Gadget Lab Podcast: Oral Hygiene Tech and Espresso Science

On this week’s episode: hacking oral hygiene with AI, and hacking espresso with science. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Future of Death-Tech Has No Rules—Yet

Mortuary startups, like one that plans to freeze and shatter corpses, have run afoul of some fusty regulations. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Week’s Cartoons: CAPTCHA Crisis, Twitter Divorce, and Inbox Zero

The life-changing magic of tidying up your emails. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Bird 'Snarge' Menacing Air Travel

When winged wildlife slams into aircraft, disasters can happen. Inside the world of bird-strike countermeasures, where avian goo is the enemy. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Rise of Mouth Tech: Oral-B, AI Toothbrushes, Burst Oral Care

It’s easy to bristle at a $200 AI-powered toothbrush, but not for the reasons you might think. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Strange, Subtle Matter of ASMR Erotica

Although many fans and creators claim the appeal isn't sexual, much of the genre flirts with intimacy. Close your eyes—and open up. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A 'Captain Marvel' Sequel Is in the Works

The movie could hit theaters in 2022. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Spot the Robot Dog Trots Into the Big, Bad World

Boston Dynamics' creation is starting to sniff out its role in the workforce: as a helpful canine that still sometimes needs you to hold its paw. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Could You Bungee-Jump Using Only Magnets?

Jumping off a high ledge without a cord … maybe we better run a simulation first. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Hyundai's Luxury SUV Mixes Mics and Math for a Silent Ride

The Genesis GV80 comes with noise-canceling tech to do away with the annoying hum of rolling rubber. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Don't Break Up Big Tech

It won't protect small businesses, it won't preserve our data privacy, and it won't help promote democracy. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How to Buy Used on eBay: A Beginner's Guide

Gracefully avoid sketchy situations and score a deal on the post-holiday gadget turnover. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Bad Math, Pepsi Points, and the Greatest Plane Non-Crash Ever

How calculation errors and misunderstandings led to a very silly lawsuit—and a very lucky landing. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today's Cartoon: An App for That

Tired: After-school snacks. Wired: After-school tracks. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Everything We Know About the Jeff Bezos Phone Hack

A UN report links the attack on Jeff Bezos's iPhone X directly to Saudi Arabian crown prince Mohammed bin Salman. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Could China's New Coronavirus Become a Global Epidemic?

Scientists are racing to understand just how bad things could get with the outbreak of a pneumonia-like disease that first appeared in China and has now spread to the US. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Science Behind Crafting a Perfect Espresso

A computational chemist unlocked the secrets of the time-grind-water axis—and developed a model for making an impeccable cup of joe. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Most Complete Brain Map Ever Is Here: A Fly's 'Connectome'

It took 12 years and at least $40 million to chart a region about 250 micrometers across—about the thickness of two strands of hair. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Real Genius of Love Island Is Its Money-Making App

The British network behind the hit series has made millions by selling merch via a companion app. Its success hints at the future of the broadcasting business. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Indie Horror Game Made Me Confront My Fear of Death

The Space Between expertly plays with connections between intimacy and the human body. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Best Amazon Echo and Alexa Speakers (2020): Which Models Are Best?

Here are our favorite speakers from Amazon and its partners, including the Echo Dot, Sonos One, and more. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Next Campaign Text You Get May Be From a Friend

Apps for relational organizing—which use personal connections to get out the vote—are the latest political tech arms race. So far, Democrats have the edge. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Cats, Once YouTube Stars, Are Now an ‘Emerging Audience’

They're addicted to channels like Little Kitty & Family, Handsome Nature, and Videos for Your Cat—provided their owners switch on the iPad first. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Microsoft Looms Over the Privacy Debate in Its Home State

The software company helped torpedo a facial recognition bill last year, though a state senator—who's also a Microsoft program manager—has a new bill in the works. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Release the Kratom: Inside America's Hottest New Drug Culture

Many use kratom to quit opioids; others just want to get high. There's a push to regulate the plant-derived drug—but experts disagree on its safety. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Laser Headlights Can Make Roads Brighter—and Cars Smarter

The new lamps in BMW's M5 are more precise and efficient than their predecessors, and could someday broadcast data. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today's Cartoon: Joint Tweet Custody

Breaking up is hard to do. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The 7 Best Messenger Bags: Peak Design, Mission Workshop, and More

We rounded up the best hip packs, rainstorm-ready work packs, and more. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Maps Are Biased Against Animals

Protecting the ecosystems we share starts with acknowledging that humans aren’t the only species with pathways and landmarks. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Sonos Will Soon End Software Support for Its Older Speakers

The company will also launch a trade-in program if you want to upgrade your soon-to-be-obsolete Sonos hardware. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Tiny Brain Cells That Connect Our Mental and Physical Health

A new understanding of long-overlooked cells called microglia is challenging the assumption that body and brain function are completely independent. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Making Public Transit Fairer to Women Demands Way More Data

Most transit systems aren't designed for women, who tend to run errands and care for children. But cities can’t fix a problem they don’t understand. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Macabre Science of Animal Mass Die-Offs

Researchers are replicating “mass mortality events” with pig carcasses. The ecological consequences could hint at what's happening in Australia right now. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today's Cartoon: Silver Screens

Watch movies the way they’re meant to be seen: on your lap. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

AI Can Do Great Things—If It Doesn't Burn the Planet

The computing power required for AI landmarks, such as recognizing images and defeating humans at Go, increased 300,000-fold from 2012 to 2018. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

These Standing Desks Rise Above the Competition

Get up, get down. Get your work done at a flexible desk. Here are two outstanding options. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Unbearable Softness of Engineered Fabrics

The human senses never cease detecting things the brain finds a way to dread. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Blurred Boundaries of Work-From-Home Parenting

The same technology that's made working from home easier than ever has fundamentally changed what “home” means to me. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Dyson's New Task Light Is Easy on the Eyes

The sleek, internet-connected lamp uses real-time data to illuminate your workspace and protect your precious peepers from strain. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

ASMR and the Soothing Power of Experts

Come for the tingly auditory triggers, stay for the existential coping mechanism. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Automated Solar Arrays Could Help Incinerate Global Warming

Software-driven systems can produce enough searing heat to power manufacturing processes that now gorge on fossil fuels. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Behind the Scenes at Rotten Tomatoes

Humans, not algorithms, determine those ubiquitous scores. Good ingredients, imperfect recipe. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Upgrade Your Business Trip With These In-Flight Essentials

Stay productive, comfortable, and entertained while you wing your way to another very important meeting. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Secret History of Facial Recognition

Sixty years ago, a sharecropper’s son invented a technology to identify faces. Then the record of his role all but vanished. Who was Woody Bledsoe, and who was he working for? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

All the Cool Kids Are Using Tiny Clackety Keyboards

People love mechanical keyboards for their tactile springiness, but their size can overwhelm your desk space. Try a compact version instead. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Angry Nerd: YouTube Can't Help You

All I wanted was some advice on fixing my Xbox voice chat. I'm never getting that time back. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Pop Culture May Evolve at the Same Rate as Birds and Bugs

How quickly do music and literature change? Evolutionary biology could give us a hint. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

404: The City Left Behind by China's Nuclear Ambitions

An artist goes looking for his past in a Cold War ghost town. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Surge of New Plastic Is About to Hit the Planet

A world awash in plastic will soon get slammed by more, as major oil companies ramp up their production. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Practical Guide for Building Ethical Tech

Companies are hiring "chief ethics officers," hoping to regain public trust. The World Economic Forum's head of technology policy has a few words of advice. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

HBO Probably Won’t Make a Second Season of Watchmen

Meanwhile, NBC finally offered up details about Peacock, its feathered contender in the streaming service arena. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

4 Best Handheld Vacuums (2020): Cordless, Pet Hair, Portable

From Dustbuster to Dyson, we tried a bunch of hand vacs, and were surprised by just how powerful they've become. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Aid Groups Map Refugee Camps That Officially Don't Exist

Workers from Switzerland-based Medair use clipboards, cell phones, and GIS software to locate informal settlements of Syrian refugees across Lebanon. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today's Cartoon: Turing Tested

Check this box for an existential crisis. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

An Open Source Bid to Encrypt the Internet of Things

IoT is a security hellscape. One cryptography has a plan to make it a little bit less so. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Move to Make Auto-Safety Features Speak the Same Language

Super Cruise? Traffic Jam Assist? Autopilot? Translation for all of the above: Keep your eyes on the road\! Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

These Photos Bend Time and Space. Literally

A special panoramic camera allows artist Jay Mark Johnson to distort reality. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Sanders and Warren's Big Debate Dust-Up Tops This Week's Internet News Roundup

Last week, news of the Democratic debate was all over social media. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Electric Delivery Vans, Tesla Stock, and Other Car News

Home delivery is where the action is for real estate developers and EV startups. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Fujifilm X-Pro3 Review: A Nod to the Era of Film Cameras

Fujifilm's latest X-Pro leans into its eccentricities, bringing film-era aesthetics to the digital present. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Long Do We Have Before Arctic Ice Melts Away?

With the frozen top of the world melting to liquid, an expedition set out to untangle the physics and help forecast its future. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

He Wanted a Unicorn. He Got ... a Sustainable Business

Gumroad founder Sahil Lavingia finds a way to thrive outside Silicon Valley's cult of big riches. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Don't Ignore Chrome's New Password Checkup Feature

It could help save you when the next big breach hits. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Philosopher Dreams of Writing Low-Budget Sci-Fi

Philosophy professor Peter Boghossian would much rather be working on screenplays. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

At Last, Physicists Confirm the Fastest Way to Board a Plane

Turns out, letting slower passengers—like travelers with small children, or who need extra assistance—board first really is faster. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Space Photos of the Week: Betelgeuse, Betelgeuse, Betelgeuse\!

We're not sure when this star will go supernova, but one thing is certain: It'll be spectacular. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Philosopher Dreams of Writing Sci-Fi

Philosophy professor Peter Boghossian would much rather be working on screenplays. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

FBI Takes Down Site With 12 Billion Stolen Records

Turkey gets Wikipedia back, Mayor Pete loses his cyberguy, and more of the week's top security news. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The 7 Best Portable Coffee Makers: Aeropress, Delter, And More

Whether it's Aeropress, French press, or faux espresso, we've found the best ways to make a great cup of Joe anywhere. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

In Paris, Ecommerce Warehouses Get a Chic Makeover

Online ordering means more deliveries to more places. One Paris hub sports a data center, offices, sports facilities like tennis courts, and an urban farm. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

14 Best Tech Deals on WIRED's Favorite Gear (Jan. 2020)

Great deals on gear our team has tested, and loves—TVs, Android phones, camera bags, cold-brew coffee makers, and more. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Real or Fake: New NBC Peacock Shows

Is the new streaming service literally going to offer a TV show about Twitter? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Much Superpower Does It Take to Bash a Bullet in Midair?

In the upcoming movie 'Wonder Woman 1984,' our hero is able to knock a bullet off to the side with just her arm. Let's look at the physics. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Best Gaming Mouse for Every Kind of Player (2020)

Whether you're into esports or casual fragging, these are the best corded and wireless gaming mice we've tested at a variety of price points. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Disturbing Case of the Disappearing Sci-Fi Story

A young writer wrote a controversial bit of military science fiction about sexual politics. The fallout was nuclear. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Nature Will Triumph—and Reclaim All Our Gadgets

A new art exhibit, “The World After Us,” shows the power and ingenuity of nature to make use of machines in a world without humans. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

SpaceX Will Blow Up a Falcon 9 Rocket to Prove It's Safe for People

On Saturday, Elon Musk's space company will attempt its last big test before it can begin launching humans from US soil. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today's Cartoon: Duolingo Streaks

There’s no guarantee he won’t still get notifications from that green owl. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Artist Refik Anadol Turns Data Into Art, With Help From AI

He sees pools of data as raw material for visualizations that he calls a new kind of “sculpture.” Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

'1917' VFX Artists Had to Completely Rethink How Films Are Made

Sam Mendes’ war epic is presented as one continuous shot. Making the illusion work was no small feat. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Dirty Money and Bad Science at MIT's Media Lab

The school's investigation shows that two separate scandals—over Jeffrey Epstein and OpenAg—were closely linked. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Apple TV\+ Nabs Spike Jonze's Beastie Boys Doc

Meanwhile, Netflix is about to unleash Miss Americana, its documentary about Taylor Swift . Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Display of the Future Might Be in Your Contact Lens

Mojo Vision's prototypes can enhance your vision or show you your schedule—right from the surface of your eyes. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Apple-FBI Fight Is Different From the Last One

In 2016, the iPhone encryption debate ended in a draw. Don't count on 2020's scuffle over the Pensacola shooter's devices to play out the same way. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today's Cartoon: Duolingo Streaks

There’s no guarantee he won’t still get notifications from that green owl. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

What Atlanta Can Teach Tech About Cultivating Black Talent

The city is rich in opportunity for African Americans, who are largely underrepresented in the industry. It's also poised to become a hotbed for AI innovation. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Inside the Feds’ Battle Against Huawei

How Washington went to war against the Chinese smartphone giant, and how the runaway conflict could spell the end of a single, global internet. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Homelessness in the Living Rooms of the Rich

The project puts DIY shelters built by the unhoused in some of San Francisco's most valuable homes. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Winner of ‘The Circle’ Opens Up About Life IRL

WIRED spoke with the winning contestant of Netflix’s reality show about the apartment, the rules of catfishing, and what’s next. (Spoilers ahead.) Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Scientists Fight Back Against Toxic ‘Forever’ Chemicals

The ubiquitous compounds known as PFAS are nearly indestructible. But scientists are learning to split their ultra-strong carbon-fluorine bonds. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Can a Digital Avatar Fire You?

Samsung’s new artificial humans look, blink, and smile like us. But bots still shouldn't deal with complex human emotions. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

'Star Trek: Picard': Everything You Need to Watch Before the New CBS Series

Watching every piece of canon that's featured Patrick Stewart could take a while. Focus here instead. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Cats Are Making Australia's Bushfire Tragedy Even Worse

Cats are attracted to bushfire burn scars, where they hunt vulnerable survivors with merciless impunity. It's devastating for ecosystems. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Now Stores Must Tell You How They're Tracking Your Every Move

California's new privacy law has spurred a torrent of online notices. But the law is also forcing changes offline, in traditional stores. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today's Cartoon: Data Wrangler

Making a living on the internet frontier. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Presidential Candidates on the Disunited State of America

Joe Biden, Elizabeth Warren, Amy Klobuchar, Donald Trump. We asked every White House hopeful to weigh in on how they would reverse the country's devastating polarization. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Bad Algorithms Didn't Break Democracy

And better ones won't save it. To get past misinformation and tribal rancor online, we need to face why people really want misinformation and rancor. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

UN Secretary-General: US-China Tech Split Worse Than Cold War

In an interview with WIRED editor in chief Nicholas Thompson, António Guterres says the world's next major conflict will start in cyberspace. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Chris Evans Goes to Washington

The actor's new project, A Starting Point, aims to give all Americans the TL;DR on WTF is going on in politics. It's harder than punching Nazis on the big screen. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Can This Notorious Troll Turn People Away From Extremism?

Steven Bonnell, known online as Destiny, has made a business of picking fights with alt-right carnival barkers and other partisan provocateurs. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The 'Jeopardy!: Greatest of All Time' Tournament Is a Singular Event

There's never been anything like the 'Jeopardy!' GOAT tournament. There never will be again. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Browsers Are Fixing the Internet's Most Annoying Problem

After years of invasive pop-ups asking for notification permission, Chrome and Firefox have finally taken action. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Many Water Bottles Could a Filling Station Save?

Or, how long would it take to fill a swimming pool from a water fountain? Let's have fun with numbers\! Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Conversational AI Can Propel Social Stereotypes

Designers need to consider the ethics of gendering not just AI voices, but also their tone, speed, word choice, and other speech patterns. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

'Which Character Are You?' Instagram Filters Are Radically Dumb

They're also incredibly comforting—a perfect visual representation of our collective apathy in the face of overstimulation and a glut of content. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Get Ready for More Phones With No Buttons

As we inch closer to phones with all-screen designs, physical buttons are on the chopping block. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How to Watch the Last Democratic Debate Before the Iowa Caucuses

With just six candidates taking the stage, the DNC’s seventh primary debate is the smallest one yet. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Mandalorian Is the Only Smart Soldier in the Star Wars Galaxy

It took decades, but the galaxy finally has a tactical and operational genius. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today's Cartoon: I Do v2.0

Download the latest patch to keep your relationship secure. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Now It's Really, Truly Time to Give Up Windows 7

After Tuesday, Microsoft will no longer issue security updates for the operating system, leaving users who don't upgrade vulnerable to malware. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

It's Easy to Be a Jerk on Twitter. And Twitter Wants to Fix That

Kayvon Beykpour, Twitter's head of product, admits the platform can still incentivize toxic behavior. In a WIRED Q&A, he explains how he wants to fix it. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Streaming Giants Need Shows Like Schoolhouse Rock

Civic-minded kids' programming isn’t just responsible—it’s a lucrative way for rival platforms to stand out on crowded screens. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Australia’s Wildfires Might Intensify Future Climate Crises

Wildfires release vast amounts of carbon into the atmosphere. Their broader impact is far more complicated. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

China's Swift ID of a New Virus Is a Win for Public Health

The mystery illness has claimed its first victim. Yet the crisis has a silver lining: It shows how much China's public health policies have improved. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Australia’s Wildfires Might Intensify Future Climate Crises

Wildfires release vast amounts of carbon into the atmosphere. Their broader impact is far more complicated. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today's Cartoon: Learn to Code

Incubating a startup right in the nest. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Company Hires Gig Workers—as Employees

A California law requires many contractors to be treated as employees. One temp agency startup might stand to benefit, by taking the workers onto its payroll. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Warriors and the Myth of the Silicon Valley-Driven Team

The team might operate like a fast-moving startup, but Golden State's rise and fall proves the influence of tech insiders hasn't revolutionized the NBA all that much. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Funeral Tech Startups Expand Your Posthumous Possibilities

You can’t choose when your time runs out, but you *can* opt to transmute your ashes into diamonds or be buried in fungus. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Big Announcement Tops This Week's Internet News Roundup

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex announced last week that they will “step back” as senior royals. Social media went nuts. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Sony Concept, Flying Taxis, and More Car News This Week

It's déjà vu all over again at CES, where the future of transportation isn't that different from what we have now. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Computers Are Learning to See in Higher Dimensions

New artificial intelligence techniques can spot patterns not only in 2D images but on spheres and other curved surfaces, lifting AI out of “flatland.” Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

All the Ways Facebook Tracks You—and How to Limit It

If you have a Facebook account—and even if you don't—the company is going to collect data about you. But you can at least control how it gets used. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The FBI Wants Apple to Unlock iPhones Again

Snooping Ring employees, Skype contractors, and more of the week's top security news. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Mandalorian Could Use a Watson

Now that the first season of 'The Mandalorian' is done, one thing is clear: Its protagonist needs more sidekicks. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Government-Subsidized Phone Comes With Malware

The Android devices are a part of the FCC's Lifeline Assistance Program, which makes free or subsidized phones available to millions of low-income users. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The 10 Most Anticipated Games of 2020

From *Final Fantasy VII Remake* to *Halo Infinite*, here's everything you need to play this year. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

10 Best CES 2020 Devices You Can Buy Right Now: Earbuds, E-Bikes, Toys, and More

Most of CES’s flashy tech is months, maybe years, from hitting store shelves. Here are a few devices you can order now—and some extra deals we like. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

CES 2020 in Photos: Living in a Material World

WIRED photographer Amy Lombard captures the glory, chaos, and optimism of the consumer tech extravaganza. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Public Blast or Private Chat? Social Media Maps a Middle Way

Companies like Twitter and Facebook have begun to carve out a space for users that’s more like real life—with more options between shouts and whispers. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Artificial Intelligence Makes Bad Medicine Even Worse

A new study out from Google seems to show the promise of AI-assisted healthcare. Actually, it shows the threat. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Gadget Lab Podcast: Wrapping Up CES 2020

The hosts look back at a show filled with fake-meat sliders, AI everything, and an ocean of electric scooters. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Export Controls Threaten the Future of AI Outposts in China

As restrictions intensify, it will become more difficult for American companies to maintain labs in the talent-rich country. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Week’s Cartoons: Passwords, Photos, and Pivots

Flocking to delivery service. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

WWIII Memes, Oddly, Prove There's Hope for the Internet

Jokes about World War III aren't really funny—but they're also evidence of an engaged global debate. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The 6 Best Toys at CES 2020: STEM, Robots, AR Board Games

At CES 2020, toy makers returned to the real world with games, bots, and AR board games. We played them all. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A New Law for Gig Workers Reaches Beyond Ride-Hail Drivers

AB 5 was designed to support Uber and Lyft contractors. But it also leaves therapists, truckers, and psychologists struggling to understand their new role. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Twitch's Non-Gamers Are Finally Having Their Moment

After years of ridicule, Just Chatting streamers prove that there's room for gabbing, not just gaming, on the platform. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Christian Bale Might Be Joining Thor: Love and Thunder

Also, artificial intelligence could bring your next favorite movie to the big screen. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

CES 2020 WIRED Liveblog: Smart Vibrator, Robot Arms, and More from CES

It's the last days of CES 2020, but the WIRED crew is still roaming show floor to find the coolest and strangest gadgets this year. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Iran Tensions Increase Social Media Surveillance at the US Border

Customs and Border Protection agents reportedly grilled Iranian Americans on their social media activity. It's the latest in a disturbing trend in government monitoring. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Best of CES 2020

WIRED reporters saw (and touched) hundreds of gadgets at this year's consumer electronics expo. These are the biggest standouts. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today's Cartoon: Canceled

Cancel culture rules everything around me. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

CES 2020 WIRED Liveblog: Smart Vibrator, Exoskeleton, and More from CES

The WIRED crew is roaming the CES 2020 show floor to find the coolest and strangest gadgets this year. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

There Are Too Many Lidar Companies. They Can't All Survive

A few years ago, scores of startups promised to build the hardware that grants self-driving cars the gift of sight. Now comes the shakeout. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

CES 2020 WIRED Liveblog: Smart Vibrator, Exoskeleton, and More from CES

The WIRED crew is roaming the CES 2020 show floor to find the coolest and strangest gadgets this year. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Alleged Spy App ToTok Puts Apple in a Bind

Apple and Google both banned ToTok after reports that it was a UAE government surveillance tool. After Google reinstated it, Apple has a hard choice to make. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today's Cartoon: Photo Overload

She lived a full life—full of photos. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

8 More of the Smartest Things We've Seen This Week at CES 2020

Today we saw fitness wearables, a compact gaming PC, and an exo-suit that helps workers fight fatigue. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

TikTok Overhauls Community Guidelines to Ban ‘Underage Delinquent Behavior’

The popular social video platform is explaining its content policies in much more detail. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

TikTok Bugs Could Have Allowed Account Takeovers

As the social media app continues to gain popularity, security researchers are taking a closer look under the hood. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

CES 2020 Liveblog (Tuesday): Photos and News of All the CES Gadget Madness

Updated all day Tuesday. The WIRED crew is in Las Vegas to bring you up-to-the-minute coverage of news from the first full day of CES 2020. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

CES 2020 Liveblog (Tuesday): Photos and News of All the CES Gadget Madness

Updated all day Tuesday. The WIRED crew is in Las Vegas to bring you up-to-the-minute coverage of news from the first full day of CES 2020. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

CES 2020 Liveblog (Tuesday): Photos and News of All the CES Gadget Madness

Updated all day Tuesday. The WIRED crew is in Las Vegas to bring you up-to-the-minute coverage of news from the first full day of CES 2020. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Personal Data Is Valuable. Give Pricing Power to the People

Winning back trust in the digital economy depends on giving people much more control of the usage, ownership, and value of their personal data. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Mandalorian vs. TIE Fighter: Who Would Win?

If a spaceship is moving at 262 miles per hour, will a bounty hunter with a grappling hook survive the acceleration? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Please Stop Sending Terrifying Alerts to My Cell Phone

Amber, Blue, Silver, Camo: Is it really a good idea to push so many alarming messages to the public? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

10 More Extraordinary Gadgets We've Spotted at CES

Today we saw some tech products for parents, health monitors, and new inventions for the smart home. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today's Cartoon: Power Moves

Help, I’m being negged by my apps. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Here's What Directing a Star Wars Movie Is Really Like

The second unit director for 'The Rise of Skywalker,' Victoria Mahoney, opens up about bringing the Force from secretive sound stage to screen. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

CES 2020 Liveblog Day 1: Photos and News from CES in Las Vegas

Rotating TVs, anti-snore pillows, and more. The WIRED Gear crew is in Las Vegas to bring you up-to-the-minute coverage of news from CES, the largest consumer tech show in the world. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Golden Globes Mostly Shut Out Apple TV+ and Netflix

'The Morning Show' and 'The Irishman' were both overlooked during last night’s awards ceremony. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

CES Liveblog Day 1: Flying Cars, Smart Fridges, and 5G Chips

The WIRED crew is in Las Vegas to bring you up-to-the-minute coverage of news from CES. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

One Free Press Coalition Spotlights Journalists Under Attack - January 2020

The Prime Minister of Malta will resign this month in connection with a reporter’s murder investigation, and a Uyghur writer remains imprisoned in China. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The 10 Neatest Things We've Seen at CES So Far

Tech's biggest show is just getting started, and we've already gotten the chance to try some fun tech gadgets. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Live Your Best Life—On and Off Your Phone—in 2020

A wave of new books offer different lessons on how to cope with an always-connected, information-deluged world. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The World Has a Plan to Rein in AI—but the US Doesn’t Like It

US officials worry the proposal could unnecessarily slow development of artificial intelligence at American companies. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today's Cartoon: Browser History

A whole new meaning to open office plans. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Everything You Thought You Knew About Inbox Zero Is Wrong

Merlin Mann says people took his idea far too literally. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

South Jersey's Mid-Century Modern Motels, in All Their Neon Glory

From the 1950s to ’70s, hundreds of motels were built in The Wildwoods. Now, in the age of Airbnb, only half of them are still in operation. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

'Friends' Leaving Netflix Tops This Week's Internet News Roundup

It was a devastating start to the year for fans. Also, did you hear about PopeSlapGate? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Democracies Can Become Digital Dictators

Internet shutdowns in India prove it's not just authoritarians who repress online. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Strange New Decade, Tesla's Strong Sales, and More Car News This Week

Tesla delivered 367,500 cars last year, a 50 percent jump from 2018. The company’s stock also surpassed $420, a symbolic figure for CEO Elon Musk. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Does Dark Energy Really Exist? Cosmologists Battle It Out

A study challenged the evidence for this mysterious force, despite its wide acceptance as part of the cosmos. Then physicists shot back. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Russia Takes a Big Step Toward Internet Isolation

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Space Photos of the Week: Postcards From a Martian Winter

NASA's HiRise camera captures white carbon dioxide frost on a scarlet wonderland. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Army Bans TikTok

A million-dollar email scam, a Chinese hacking campaign, and more of the week's top security news. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

We're Finally Getting a Filmed Version of 'The Subtle Knife'

The second season of HBO's 'His Dark Materials' promises to bring the second book in Philip Pullman's series to life. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Former CEO of Nissan Was Likely Smuggled Out of Japan

The Japanese government still doesn't know exactly how Carlos Ghosn, who was under house arrest, managed to flee to Lebanon. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

CES 2020 Trends We're Expecting: 5G, E-Scooters, Foldables, Privacy

The annual consumer tech showcase will be awash in shiny gadgets, but it's what those products tell us about the future that matters most. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How to Secure Your Wi-Fi Router and Protect Your Home Network

Router security has improved a bunch in recent years, but there are still steps you can take to lock yours down even better. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Australia Is Blazing Into the Pyrocene—the Age of Fire

Australia’s bushfires have scorched millions of acres, putting millions of people at risk. Welcome to the hellish future of life on Earth. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Segway's S-Pod Brings the Hoverchairs From 'WALL-E' to Life

You'll soon be able to scoot around town—at 24 mph—without even having to stand up. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Science Conferences Are Stuck in the Dark Ages

Exhausting, expensive, and exclusive, these conferences needs to be modernized. The future of science depends on it. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Gadget Lab Podcast: CES 2020 Preview

The Gadget Lab crew discusses what they expect to see next week in Las Vegas: facial-recognition tech, 5G everywhere, and self-driving scooters galore. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Week’s Cartoons: Social Drones, New Year’s, and Phantom Clicks

ABC. Always be clicking. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

TikTok's First Transparency Report Doesn't Tell the Full Story

The app says it didn’t receive any requests for user information from China during the first half of 2019. That might not reassure skeptics. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

'1917' Is a Movie That Feels Like a Videogame—in a Good Way

Director Sam Mendes' World War I epic is edited to look like one continuous shot. The strange thing is, that totally works. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

OnePlus Concept One: Details, Specs, Disappearing Camera

The phone uses electrochromic glass to pull off its vanishing act. Just don’t expect to get your hands on one anytime soon. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Whales Help Explain the Evolutionary Mystery of Menopause

Like humans, female killer whales stop reproducing decades before the end of their lifespan. Grandmothers might show why. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Cities Struggle to Boost Ridership With ‘Uber for Transit’ Schemes

Helsinki, Los Angeles, Shanghai, Singapore, and other metros have been experimenting with on-demand buses—and not seeing a lot of success. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Mind Control for the Masses—No Implant Needed

A wave of startups wants to make brain-computer interfaces accessible without needing surgery. Just strap on the device and think. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: Quitbit

\#TBT to when we were still keeping our resolutions. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Here's What the World Will Look Like in 2030 ... Right?

These six visions from humans today span space colonies, a genetic panopticon, and straight-up apocalypse. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Cities Race to Slow Climate Change—and Improve Life for All

Mayors across the world say we all need to consider how urban planning and climate intersect with well-being. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Everything You Need to Know About the CCPA

The California Consumer Privacy Act, which goes into effect today, gives state residents some new rights over their data. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: Sisyphean