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15. Bawls GuaranaPhotograph: AmazonBawls GuaranaOriginal Flavor (12-Pack)Regarded as the first “energy soda” explicitly marketed to gamers, Bawls is a fun throwback to the heady days of StarCraft and LAN parties in the late ’90s. The profile of the unnamed flavor in the iconic blue bottle, which still lines the checkout labyrinth at Micro Center to this day, sits halfway between Sprite and cream soda. A blind taste test would not convince the consumer they’re drinking an energy drink, which may be a good thing if they’re burned out on the more extreme offerings in the gamer fuel space.Notes: Guarana is…

Is your current smart lock frustrating you endlessly, like mine is? The Yale Approach Smart Lock (8/10, WIRED Review) is currently marked down to just $164 on Amazon, a healthy 32% discount on our editors’ top pick for smart locks. This sale comes at a perfect time, because I was just complaining about the fingerprint reader on mine no longer working.Photograph: Nena FarrellCourtesy of YaleThe Yale Approach uses part of your existing deadbolt, which is great news for renters who don’t want to make major changes. You’ll also get to use your existing keys to unlock the deadbolt, which can…

While many professionals struggle to balance their career demands, coursework, and personal commitments, Jose “EZ” Gonzalez of Southern California treats them as interconnected pillars of one mission: enabling growth, purpose, and transformation. As an associate vice president at Best Buy, a doctor of education student, and founder of a coaching and consulting practice, Gonzalez weaves each role into a cohesive journey. “I believe that continuous learning is not only a key to unlocking human potential, but also the key to unlocking purpose in life,” he explains. “And you can’t do that without a commitment to learning.” Free E-Book: Your Guide…

Branch Ergonomic Chair Pro Photograph: Julian ChokkattuKristianne Egbert has worked in occupational ergonomics for nearly 20 years and is now a senior corporate ergonomist at Briotix Health, a workplace injury prevention company. Perhaps unsurprisingly, Egbert also says that repeated use of a laptop alone on a desk is going to have a huge effect on your overall posture.Egbert referred to what’s known as the 20-degree rule. If you’re holding your neck at an angle of 20 degrees or more, you’re officially crossing the risk threshold. “You’re probably bending over because you’re leaning forward to see that screen and be able…

Source: Box Office Mojo Notes: Amounts include North American box office revenues over the summer and are adjusted for inflation. Data for 2025 is preliminary. By The New York Times This was supposed to be the summer when the North American box office returned to form — finally from the pandemic slump.“We believe that a dramatic reawakening of the industrywide domestic box office has begun,” Adam Aron, chief executive of AMC Entertainment, the continent’s largest theater operator, gleefully told analysts in May. He predicted that Hollywood’s summer movies would be “barn burners, one after another.”Moviegoers, alas, were not cooperative. Multiplexes…

Sextortion-based hacking, which hijacks a victim’s webcam or blackmails them with nudes they’re tricked or coerced into sharing, has long represented one of the most disturbing forms of cybercrime. Now one specimen of widely available spyware has turned that relatively manual crime into an automated feature, detecting when the user is browsing pornography on their PC, screenshotting it, and taking a candid photo of the victim through their webcam.On Wednesday, researchers at security firm Proofpoint published their analysis of an open-source variant of “infostealer” malware known as Stealerium that the company has seen used in multiple cybercriminal campaigns since May…

Do you have a financial advisor? For most people, the answer is yes, as they have a dedicated individual managing their investments, particularly their mutual fund holdings. Typically, clients don’t have to pay anything extra for this service. A trusted person often assures them from the outset that they do not charge clients for these services. As an investor, you benefit from their expertise in selecting the right mutual funds without incurring additional costs.  In fact, this arrangement is often more advantageous for you than for the advisor, making them feel like a blessing. However, what you may actually have…

Ignore the arguments about which is better, because iPhones and Android phones have far more in common than some folks will admit. Switching from an iPhone to an Android phone is pretty painless these days, and you can take all your stuff with you, including photos, messages, and other bits and pieces. This guide covers all you need to know about how to switch from an iPhone to an Android phone.Updated August 2025: We’ve verified the instructions and refreshed the copy.Table of ContentsAccordionItemContainerButtonWhat You Need to Get StartedYour old iPhone.Your SIM card (not required for eSIM activation).Your Wi-Fi details (home…

With original reporting and sharp analysis, WIRED’s Uncanny Valley podcast covers today’s biggest stories in tech. We demystify companies like Palantir, trends like vibe coding, and figures like Sam Altman; we break down our essential coverage of DOGE and ICE; we guide listeners through breakthrough innovations like generative AI and sweeping policy changes like the Trump administration’s tariffs.On September 9, at 7 pm PDT, WIRED is partnering with KQED for Uncanny Valley’s first live show of the podcast. The first part of the event will feature WIRED editor in chief Katie Drummond in conversation with Jack Conte, CEO of Patreon.…

Filing your income tax return (ITR) is no big deal. All you need to do is visit one of the portals that offer self-filing for income tax returns—log in, enter a few details such as your PAN card and mobile number. The portal will automatically fetch data from multiple sources to provide you with a pre-filled ITR form. Then you need to verify the details and file your ITR. In just a few minutes, you can complete this task, which often feels overwhelming for many. The credit goes to one of the many do-it-yourself (DIY) portals that offer ITR filing…