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Saga's HoloBike just launched on Kickstarter. It's pretty and has potential, but the rides themselves are short and need some work.

Kids and screens are a contentious subject. But if you’re going to get your kids a tablet, here are the ones you should buy and why.

The humble French press is affordable, effective, and hard to mess up. Here are our favorites to make your morning cup of coffee.

Handheld tablets are sold with the expectation that those behind bars can use them to stay in touch with loved ones. But a WIRED investigation found that federal prisons disable the tablets’ chat apps.

ISP-supplied routers are improving as Vodafone offers the Wi-Fi 6E Ultra Hub with backup mobile network service in the UK.

Upgrading to a shiny new device? Here’s how to restore your old phone to its factory settings.

Meet the Zhidou Rainbow—it costs less than an ebike and is capable of completing the average US daily commute with charge to spare.

We can hold surprisingly deep conversations across languages using simple apps on our phones. But even as these apps get a fresh boost from AI, they can still lead to some awkward moments.

We barbecued for weeks to find the right charcoal and propane grills for road trips—or just for smaller homes.

Plus: Razer will have to refund customers who bought its light-up face mask, Peloton cuts staff and its CEO, and hybrid cars are hitting the roads.

The Ambient Weather WS-5000 is the perfect gift for any loved ones who can't leave the house without knowing the dew point and wind speed.

Use any of Fitbit’s trackers or smartwatches to get a better idea of how you’re sleeping and how to improve your slumber.

TV mounts have evolved, and so have all the other options for getting your huge new television set off the entertainment stand.

These are the best Star Wars gifts in the galaxy for everyone from Padawan fans to Jedi masters.

A popular bill will force car companies to put AM radios in vehicles at no extra charge, despite decreasing interest from drivers and potential electromagnetic interference.

We're testing gadgets that keep showing up in our feeds. Here are the ones that deserve the hype—and would make awesome presents.