Author: Elon Mark
Apple’s AirPods Pro are perennial Prime Day stars for good reason. We almost always see a killer deal on a pair of AirPods Pro during Amazon’s special sales events, and this year’s Prime Big Deal Days are no different. The previous-generation AirPods Pro 2 are getting a satisfyingly steep discount down to $170. This isn’t the best deal we’ve seen on the Pro 2 (it’s $20 short of that mark), but it is a hefty price cut worth jumping on, especially if you’re not interested in forking out $249 to land the AirPods Pro 3.If you’re after more deals, don’t…
At OpenAI’s developer conference in San Francisco on Monday, CEO Sam Altman and ex-Apple designer Jony Ive spoke in vague terms about the “family of devices” the pair are currently working to develop.“As great as phones and computers are, there’s something new to do,” Altman said on stage with Ive. The duo confirmed that OpenAI is working on more than one hardware product but finer details, ranging from use cases to specifications, remain under wraps.“Hardware is hard. Figuring out new computing form factors is hard,” said Altman in a media briefing earlier in the day. “I think we have a…
Manisha Krishnan: Yeah, this season has … I mean, this is the first time I’ve watched in 15 years. But this season has been pretty spot on. It’s almost like they’re reading WIRED and satirizing everything. I feel like if Trump and Eric Adams started a talk show, maybe that could be the catacomb.Zoë Schiffer: I like that.Manisha Krishnan: Because everyone would find it funny across political lines.Zoë Schiffer: So maybe South Park will save us after all. Switching gears literally for our next story. Our colleague Aarian Marshall reported that Tesla has been encouraging drowsy drivers to use the…
For business travelers who treat the world like their office, the right travel tech isn’t just convenient, it’s non-negotiable. Work trips often mean meetings happen mid-transit, and deadlines don’t wait for time zones. Today’s professionals require gear that’s as agile and refined as they are. For your next trip—especially on business—every item in your travel arsenal should serve a purpose: keeping you connected, organized, and one step ahead.This story is part of The New Era of Work Travel, a collaboration between the editors of WIRED and Condé Nast Traveler to help you navigate the perks and pitfalls of the modern…
Compare Our PicksRecommended With ReservationsPhotograph: Lisa Wood ShapiroCarepod Mini for $150: When turned on, the Carepod Mini looks like a Brita Filter that’s also an electric tea kettle. And you’ll think this too because of the Carepod’s unique oscillator that moves the water around inside the clear plastic tank. And unlike the larger stainless steel parts of the larger Carepod models, the Carepod Mini is not dishwasher safe. However, like all Carepod models, the Mini doesn’t have a filter because Carepod recommends using filtered water, putting the water-purifying duties on the user. I would prefer a model with a filter…
Others We TestedThere were multiple great bags we tried whose features or designs just didn’t add up to a place in the top spots above. However, everyone has something different they’re looking for in a toiletry bag, so while not perfect for us, some of these options may still be perfect for you.Photograph: Kat MerckMonos Metro Toiletry Case for $95: Available in both nylon and vegan leather styles, this durable, structured case exhibits the class and quality construction Monos is known for. It’s got one main roomy compartment with three small pockets inside; one zippered. It did a great job…
MagSafe grips are hardly the only type of phone grips available. In fact, there are four main other types of grips you can buy.Cases with attached grips. These are cases with a grip attached to the back. You get a strong and durable grip that will never fall off, but the trade-off is a thicker phone, and these cases typically are incompatible with wireless charging and may not work with other MagSafe accessories.Clamp-style grips. Also called universal phone grips, these clamp to a phone so you can easily take them on and off, and they’re not limited to a particular…
Excited by the fervor of new gaming handhelds hitting the market but don’t want to shell out the big bucks? The Legion Go S with SteamOS installed offers an easy entry into the space, is great for occasional travelers and couch gamers, and is marked down by $120 at Best Buy.Photograph: Julian ChokkattuLenovoLegion Go S (SteamOS)Having spent time with both the SteamOS and Windows models, I prefer the one running Valve’s custom handheld software. While Lenovo does a good job bridging the gap with extra buttons and control options, trying to use a desktop operating system with just a controller…
Aarian Marshall: Hello.Michael Calore: Given today’s topic, I’m curious to know what is the most unexpected thing you’ve both ordered through a delivery app?Louise Matsakis: So I was on a press trip to China recently, and I was taking notes during an interview, and I got pen all over my white pants. So I ordered the Chinese equivalent of a Tide pen. I think that’s probably the weirdest thing I’ve ever gotten on demand.Aarian Marshall: I am so constitutionally against just paying for delivery even before there were apps. I hated paying delivery people. Much respect what they do, but…
Organizations can no longer wait to adopt artificial intelligence. It’s transforming business and operating models at an exponential rate, impacting how work gets done across key business functions. According to a Cisco survey, 98 percent of leaders report feeling urgency to deploy AI, while 85 percent believe they have less than 18 months to execute an AI strategy to remain competitive. Yet, a glaring gap remains between imperativeness and readiness. Only 13 percent of companies globally say they’re ready to leverage AI and AI-powered technologies to their full potential. To help close the gap, Harvard Business School Online is launching…