Simon Reed examines the friction between technological promises and everyday use. His columns focus on product disappointments, unintended consequences and the work left to users when a system falls short. He is skeptical of novelty for its own sake.
YouTube is finally addressing concerns about excessive Shorts consumption, particularly among younger users. The platform is rolling out a new parental control feature that allows parents to completel...
Apple just dropped Creator Studio, a subscription bundle of creative apps, and the internet is already ablaze. While some are groaning about yet another monthly fee, I’m cautiously optimistic. This co...
Google's upcoming Pixel 10a is already making waves, thanks to a leaked render that's circulating online. But is this budget-friendly Pixel poised to break new ground, or will it be another iterative ...
Raspberry Pi's latest AI HAT+ 2 promises to bring serious AI horsepower to the beloved single-board computer. But does the performance justify the cost?...
The markets are bracing for another volatile day, and as usual, there's a lot to unpack before the opening bell. From geopolitical tensions to high-stakes dealmaking, here are the key headlines grabbi...
Amazon is giving its Kindle Scribe Colorsoft a makeover, injecting a splash of color into the traditionally monochrome e-reader market. The updated device, teased earlier this year, is expected to lan...
Lizn Hearpieces are making waves for their affordability, but early reviews suggest wearers might be paying a different kind of price: discomfort. These hearing aids, which also function as standar......
Spotify is raising its Premium subscription prices *again*, and this time, U.S. customers are feeling the pinch. In what marks the third price hike since 2023, the streaming giant is increasing its in...
The Asus ROG Falcata attempts to bridge the gap between high-performance gaming keyboards and ergonomic designs. It's a split keyboard aiming for comfort during those marathon gaming sessions, but doe...
Illegal sports streaming is booming in the UK, and the numbers are frankly staggering. According to a Yield Sec report highlighted by Bloomberg, the top 10 pirate sports streaming sites racked up a ma...
Apple's announcement that Pixelmator Pro is coming to the iPad is a seismic shift for mobile creatives. The acquisition of the Pixelmator team in late 2024 signaled something big, and this appears to ...
Urevo's SpaceWalk 5L walking pad promises an affordable entry into the world of under-desk fitness. But does this budget-friendly device deliver, or is it a false economy?...
Nintendo has finally dropped its 2025 Year in Review, offering a personalized breakdown of your Switch and Switch 2 gaming habits. While belated, landing halfway through January, the wrap-up provides ...
Donald Trump's ambitious declaration of a new space race with China may be turning into a stark demonstration of American decline, according to a growing chorus of experts. While the rhetoric has b......
Eric Migicovsky, the man behind the original Pebble smartwatch, is back with a new venture: Core Devices. But don't call it a startup. According to Migicovsky, this five-person company is built for su...
The AI hype bubble is reaching absurd levels, and UK Prime Minister Kier Starmer appears to be fully immersed. Despite Elon Musk's Grok chatbot generating child sexual abuse material, Starmer seems sa...
WIRED has released its 2026 blender roundup, and as always, consumers need a critical eye to separate marketing fluff from real-world performance. After sifting through dozens of options, WIRED editor...
Apple just dropped Safari Technology Preview 235, and while it's aimed at developers and power users, it offers a glimpse into the future of Apple's browser. The question is: does this experimental bu...
Spain's bet on wind energy is paying off in a big way. Last year alone, wind power slashed a staggering 4.6 billion euros off the nation's electricity bills. That's real money back in consumers' pocke...
Single-use batteries are a relic of the past. Not only are they environmentally unfriendly, but they're a constant drain on your wallet. After rigorously testing the Energizer Recharge Pro bundle, I c...