Bungie sent me a real-life (Nerf) Gjallarhorn. I was not prepared.
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Picade Review: A DIY Mini Arcade Cabinet
Construct this cute arcade machine to play all your favorite games from old consoles.
Ride1Up Cafe Cruiser Review: Junk in the Trunk
This heavy, powerful electric utility bike has an accessible price point and attractive features, but it isn’t our pick for new or lighter riders.
Spotify’s AI DJ Has No Soul
Plus: YouTube Music is finally adding podcasts, and Google Photos lets more users remove annoying friends from their pictures.
19 Key Samsung Phone Settings You Should Always Change (2023): Tips and Tricks
There are too many great features turned off by default. Rectify that with these tips.
We Tried Vertu’s ‘Web3’ Phone. It Scared Us
The luxury phone maker refuses to die. We tested its new Metavertu handset and were led down a rabbit hole of legal disputes and security concerns.
Best Cheap Gear Under $200 (2023): Speakers, Bags, Kitchen Gear, and More
Thrifty buying isn’t just for low-cost bargains; you can also find smart picks for just a little more. Here are WIRED’s top sub-$200 picks.
10 Best Deals: Camping, Hiking, and Fitness Gear
The weather will start to warm up soon, and retailers are continuing their annual winter clearance events ahead of spring.
Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Tech Gombessa Dive Watch Gets a 3-Hour Makeover
Rolex didn’t set the blueprint for analog dive watches, Blancpain did. To mark its 70th anniversary, the brand has dropped a new Tech model.
Netflix Is No Longer Chill
This week on Gadget Lab, we talk about how streaming services like Netflix, HBO Max, and Hulu are growing in uncomfortable ways—and charging users more.