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Everything You Need to Work From Home Like a Pro

Gear can make or break your home office setup. Here’s our ultimate list of nearly 100 items, from monitors and desks to webcams and chairs.

This Staples FlexFit Desk Converter Is Well-Priced and Reliable

This no-frills manual standing desk converter reliably rises and falls.

The Best Cheap Phones for Almost Every Budget

There’s little reason to pay top dollar for a smartphone. These iPhones and Android devices—ranging from $100 to $600—stood up to WIRED’s testing.

D'Addario's XPND Pedal Power Kit Helps Clean Up Your Board

This kit lets you build custom-length power cables for a cleaner-looking pedalboard for your instrument.

The Best Mesh Wi-Fi Systems

Forget about patchy internet connections and dead spots in the house. These WIRED-tested multiroom mesh systems will get you online in no time.

Most Cheap Laptops Only Last a Few Years. The Framework Laptop 12 Could Last a Decade

Starting at just $549, this budget laptop can be easily upgraded for years to come.

The Radeon RX 9060 XT Is a Great Affordable Video Card for Gamers

AMD's latest GPU is the budget PC gaming card to beat.

Finally, an OLED Monitor Under $1,000 That Isn’t Only for Gamers

Dell’s buttoned-up OLED monitor beautifully brings HDR to PC monitors at a reasonable price.

Plantaform’s Smart Indoor Fogponics Garden System Is Innovative, but Is It Safe?

We tested this unique indoor gardening solution that utilizes NASA technology, but air quality data raised concerns.

The Best Cat Toys for Your Furry Friend

Based on years of testing with our cats, these are our favorite WIRED-approved, tech-y cat toys and scratchers.

What Words to Know When Shopping for a Mattress Online

Shopping for a mattress online means expanding your vocabulary. Here are the key terms to look for.

Why You Need a Mattress Protector or Encasement

There are mattress protectors, and there are mattress encasements. Which level of protection is better for you?

Silk & Snow's Organic Mattress Pairs Performance With a Premium Feel

Silk & Snow’s got an organic mattress in its lineup, and it’s amazingly comfortable—but only for solo sleepers.

What Type of Mattress Is Right for You?

Here’s how to pick the best mattress for your sleep needs, straight from a professional mattress tester.

This Meal Kit Has Its Own Combi Oven and Surprisingly Good Results

Tovala's steam-enabled Pro is a powerful toaster oven that doubles as a prepared meal kit. It has some quirks, but the meals are tasty.

Are Meal Kits Cheaper Than Groceries in 2025? We Break It Down

I spent a week recreating recipes from HelloFresh and Blue Apron in the supermarket. The numbers don’t tell the whole story.

The Best Binoculars to Zoom In on Real Life

Whether for bird-watching or baseball-spotting, we break down prices and specs to find the best pair for you.

How to Convert an Analog Bike to an Electric Bike

With a little know-how, you can save yourself thousands of dollars on an electric bike. Let us walk (or cycle!) you through it.

Breville's New Coffee Brewer Makes Great Drip and Cold Brew—With Some Quirks

Like a lot of Breville's best devices, the Luxe Brewer combines technical sophistication with easy single-button operation.

How to Clean a Beer Glass for Perfect Pours

Tired of those tiny bubbles on the side of your glass? Here’s how to have sparkling pours forever.

Sony’s Bravia 8 II OLED Is a Stunner, But Can It Beat the LG G5?

Sony’s new OLED serves up stunning image clarity for high-end buyers.

How to Clean Hearing Aids

It’s important to regularly clean the wax out of your hearing aids. Here’s how.

I Tried Hear.com's At-Home Test for New Prescription Hearing Aids. Here’s How It Works

You no longer need to leave the house to be fitted with prescription hearing aids.

7 Ways to Limit Your Endless Doomscrolling

It’s easier than ever to step away from the smartphone with these tips.

Best Red Light Therapy Masks and LED Devices for Glowing Results

Your face called—it’s low-key offended you trust TikTok more than WIRED.

The 36 Best Outdoor Deals From the REI Fourth of July Sale

Whether you need a tent, sleeping pad, rain jacket, or new pack, REI’s Independence Day sale has something for everyone.

38 Early Amazon Prime Day Deals on Gear We've Tested and Approved

Prime Day falls on July 8-11, but we've already found great deals on WIRED-tested products—from Apple Watches to Amazon Devices—at some of their lowest prices ever.

The Best Perks and Credits for Prime Members Ahead of Amazon Prime Day

From free Audible trials to savings on food and fuel, these Prime-exclusive promotions are worth it.

The Best Fourth of July Mattress Deals for 2025

Mattress sales aren’t just a Presidents’ Day thing anymore. Here are the best WIRED-approved mattresses you can score on sale right now.