6 Best Smart Shades, Blinds, and Curtains (2023)
From made-to-measure smart shades to retrofit curtain bots, these are our favorite WIRED-tested drapes for your windows. Continue reading 6 Best Smart Shades, Blinds, and Curtains (2023)
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Philips Hue Secure Wired Camera Review: Works if You Love Hue
This stylish security camera syncs with your smart lights, but requires a subscription. Continue reading Philips Hue Secure Wired Camera Review: Works if You Love Hue
Qi2 Wireless Charging: Everything You Need to Know (2025)
Qi2 enabled faster, more efficient magnetic wireless charging, and its first major upgrade, Qi2 25W, offers a big speed boost. Continue reading Qi2 Wireless Charging: Everything You Need to Know (2025)
40 Techy Gifts Under $100 That We Tested and Love
Score a great gift for everyone on your list without breaking the bank. Every one of these gifts comes WIRED-recommended. Continue reading 40 Techy Gifts Under $100 That We Tested and Love
Withings ScanWatch 2 Review: Attractive Smartwatch Hybrid, Pricey Subscription
This elegant hybrid smartwatch adds temperature tracking to heart rate, ECG, and blood oxygen levels, but the subscription left me cold. Continue reading Withings ScanWatch 2 Review: Attractive Smartwatch Hybrid, Pricey Subscription
How to Deter Thieves and Improve Your Smart Home Security
A mix of security cameras, smart lighting, and other smart home gadgets can deter pesky thieves. Here’s how to use them to stay safe. Continue reading How to Deter Thieves and Improve Your Smart Home Security
Xreal Air 2 Pro AR Glasses Review: Minor Upgrade
The Xreal Air 2 Pro AR glasses have a few welcome improvements, but they are still little more than a virtual display. Continue reading Xreal Air 2 Pro AR Glasses Review: Minor Upgrade
7 Best Philips Hue Smart Lights (2023): Gradient Lightstrip, Go Lamp, and More Tips
Philips Hue sells many of the best smart lights, but its range can be tricky to navigate. Here’s how to choose the right kit for your home. Continue reading 7 Best Philips Hue Smart Lights (2023): Gradient Lightstrip, Go Lamp, and More Tips
Eero Max 7 Review: Amazon’s First Wi-Fi 7 Mesh
The new Wi-Fi 7 Eero mesh takes performance to the max but could also max out your credit card. Continue reading Eero Max 7 Review: Amazon’s First Wi-Fi 7 Mesh
Panasonic Eneloop Rechargeable Batteries Are the Best
Panasonic’s Eneloop rechargeable batteries are a great alternative to wasteful disposables. Continue reading Panasonic Eneloop Rechargeable Batteries Are the Best