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COVID-19
Your Covid Vaccine Questions, Answered
This week, we field listener queries about the vaccine’s rollout, how state and local governments are handling distribution, and when you’ll get your shot.
The North Face Puts the Latest Road Running Tech on the Trail
The storied outdoor brand has introduced a new trail running shoe with speedy—and controversial—carbon-fiber plates in the soles.
The Truth About North Korea’s Ultra-Lockdown Against Covid-19
The country has turned inward more than ever, leaving the true impact of the pandemic a mystery.
Watch Highlights From WIRED’s CES Conversations
Check out the replays of our talks with former US defense secretary Ash Carter, Nobel laureate Jennifer A. Doudna, Slack CEO Scott Butterfield, and more.
Samsung Has New Galaxy Phones (and New Earbuds Too)
A trio of new Android phones—the S21, S21+, and S21 Ultra—are joined by new Bluetooth earbuds and a Tile-like tracker.
The Future of Phone Design: Flexible Screens That Roll Up
At CES 2021, two companies showed off concepts for a rollable phone. This year, expect this new category of devices to greatly expand.
7 unique laptops from CES 2021 that are perfect for professionals
Looking for a laptop upgrade in 2021? These newly revealed models each have something to offer.
The Best of CES 2021
These are the products, prototypes, and ideas that did the best job of signaling the future at this year’s consumer tech showcase.
It’s a Big Year for ‘Clean Tech’ at CES
Pandemic-inspired sanitizing technology is everywhere. Even if the science behind the gadgets is sound, it’s smart to be skeptical.