If you prefer not to have cameras in and around your home, try one of these more private, WIRED-tested security devices.

A breadboard is an essential tool for electronics enthusiasts, hobbyists, and professionals alike. If you’re looking to experiment with circuits without soldering, you need to understand how to use a ...

Humans drink approximately 400 billion cups of coffee annually, leaving behind 18 million tonnes (19.8 million tons) of wet coffee grounds, roughly the weight of the three Great Pyramids of Giza.

A mesmerizing process of creating glass flowers using thin rods shaped over flame. Each petal and leaf is carefully formed through heat, precision, and control, transforming raw glass into delicate ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. June 22, 2026 Add as a ...

Rivian has been sued on allegations that it made misleading statements about the self-driving capabilities of its R1T truck and R1S SUV. According to the class action complaint brought by Rivian ...

Imagine you have used a generative artificial intelligence (AI) tool such as ChatGPT to tidy up notes you took while in a meeting. Your colleague comments on how clear they are. You don’t disclose it ...

After three generations, Google is apparently saying goodbye to its built-in temperature sensor on Pixel 11 Pro. 2023’s Pixel 8 Pro introduced one of Google’s first new hardware features in some time, ...

Air conditioning is one of the biggest contributors to electricity consumption in U.S. homes and commercial buildings. It's not always possible to cut back on its use, either, especially in hot and ...

Using a flame spray Posted: April 19, 2026 | Last updated: April 19, 2026 Flame spray technology breathes new life into worn parts, restoring strength and durability. This specialized process shows ...

No sparks fly while learning how to weld at the South Side Toyota plant. Despite holding a blue torchlike instrument, no flames are emitted. The welding masks aren’t equipped with a window to see the ...