The Verizon Strike Proves the Internet Still Needs Humans

Someone still has to fix the tubes. The post The Verizon Strike Proves the Internet Still Needs Humans appeared first on WIRED.

Review: Yuneec Typhoon H

How do you beat DJI at the quadcopter game? You build a hexacopter. The post Review: Yuneec Typhoon H appeared first on WIRED.

A Lot of Weird Stuff Has Been Happening in the Oceans

Whether the causes are El Nino or the “Blob” or ultimately climate change, The post A Lot of Weird Stuff Has Been Happening in the Oceans appeared first on WIRED.

While You Were Offline: Captain America Had a Tough Week, You Guys

Somehow this week the internet had a lot of opinions about whether or not Captain America could be gay and/or part of Hydra. The post While You Were Offline: Captain America Had a Tough Week, You Guys appeared first on WIRED.

SpaceX Releases Rockets-Eye View of Yesterday's Landing

A time lapse, from the edge of space to the Earth's surface. The post SpaceX Releases Rockets-Eye View of Yesterday's Landing appeared first on WIRED.

That New Superbug Was Found in a UTI and That's Key

Antibiotic-resistant UTIs are getting more and more common, and they could be coming from food. The post That New Superbug Was Found in a UTI and That's Key appeared first on WIRED.

Review: Iris Smart Home Watering System

Don't want to install an underground irrigation system that talks to your phone? Try these low-cost connected gadgets. The post Review: Iris Smart Home Watering System appeared first on WIRED.

The Scariest Thing About the New Sci-Fi Game Duskers? The Command Line

The new PC game "Duskers" holds you at a remove as you explore derelict ships for supplies and information. It's abstract, distant, and terrifying. The post The Scariest Thing About the New Sci-Fi Game Duskers? The Command Line appeared first on WIRED.

With Trending Topics, Facebook Is Creating Its Own News Cycle

Facebook may be a rookie when it comes to news judgment, but it is a veteran at data mining. Now, it's using those skills to its advantage. The post With Trending Topics, Facebook Is Creating Its Own News Cycle appeared first on WIRED.

WIRED Book Club: This Is The Way Fifth Season Ends

Tell us what you thought about the last section of N.K. Jemisin's Fifth Season-and what you might want to know from the author herself. The post WIRED Book Club: This Is The Way Fifth Season Ends appeared first on WIRED.

Peter Thiel's Gawker Suit Is Another Free Speech Debacle for Facebook

The last thing the company now needs is a board member funding revenge lawsuits against news outlets he believes have done him wrong. The post Peter Thiel's Gawker Suit Is Another Free Speech Debacle for Facebook appeared first on WIRED.

Google Doesn't Owe Oracle a Cent for Using Java in Android, Jury Finds

The verdict could have major implications for the future of software developments. The post Google Doesn't Owe Oracle a Cent for Using Java in Android, Jury Finds appeared first on WIRED.

Gadget Lab Podcast: Google I/O Was Fun, Freaky, and Very Warm

Something happened last week. Maybe it was a Google thing? We talk about it. The post Gadget Lab Podcast: Google I/O Was Fun, Freaky, and Very Warm appeared first on WIRED.

Review: Jaybird Freedom

The best wireless running headphones are back with a more compact, more sensible design. The post Review: Jaybird Freedom appeared first on WIRED.

Game of Thrones Recap: Learning the Beginnings of the End

It's a week for origin stories-Hodor, White Walkers, the Faceless Men-though their motivations end up feeling more opaque than ever. The post Game of Thrones Recap: Learning the Beginnings of the End appeared first on WIRED.

Game of Thrones Death Pool: Who's Gonna Bite It Tonight?

Here are are the gambler's odds for a few of the most (and least) likely characters to croak during tonight's episode. The post Game of Thrones Death Pool: Who's Gonna Bite It Tonight? appeared first on WIRED.

While You Were Offline: Kanye Wasn't Kidding When He Said He Called Payless

This week, Kanye West offered up ideas to make the world a better place, a political hashtag went awry (again), and one James Bond became James Gone. The post While You Were Offline: Kanye Wasn't Kidding When He Said He Called Payless appeared first on WIRED.

Searching for Atlantis Really Isn't the Best Career Move

In the new 'Geek's Guide to the Galaxy' podcast, author Mark Adams discusses how the aversion to the subject of Atlantis in academia lead to his last book. The post Searching for Atlantis Really Isn't the Best Career Move appeared first on WIRED.

Game|Life Podcast: All Doom All the Time

The gang talks Dooms old and new on this episode of WIRED's gaming podcast. The post Game|Life Podcast: All Doom All the Time appeared first on WIRED.

Google's Got Better Ways to Protect Pedestrians Than Glue-Covered Cars

Google engineers believe coating the front of a car with adhesive could improve road safety, but it's not the best way to tackle the problem. The post Google's Got Better Ways to Protect Pedestrians Than Glue-Covered Cars appeared first on WIRED.

Chelsea Manning's Appeal Took Three Years to File. Here's Why

The case involved complex legal and technical issues-and a mix of classified and unclassified information that complicated things for Manning's defense. The post Chelsea Manning's Appeal Took Three Years to File. Here's Why appeared first on WIRED.

Hey, There's a Teaser (and Logo) For the New Star Trek Show

It doesn't get to CBS (or arrive on CBS All Access) until 2017, but that didn't stop CBS from showing a teaser. The post Hey, There's a Teaser (and Logo) For the New Star Trek Show appeared first on WIRED.

Watch the World's Most Jumbo-Est Jet Take Off. Barely.

The massive Antonov An-225 caused a stir in Australia this week when it touched down in Perth. The post Watch the World's Most Jumbo-Est Jet Take Off. Barely. appeared first on WIRED.

Knocki Lets You Control Your Smart Home by Tapping on Walls and Tables

With a AAA-powered Wi-Fi puck, you can tap on a table to set off a symphony of IoT reactions. The post Knocki Lets You Control Your Smart Home by Tapping on Walls and Tables appeared first on WIRED.

Some Drivers Really Aren't Happy About the $100M Uber Settlement

The Uber driver most closely identified with the worker classification lawsuit against the ride-hailing giant has come out against the proposed settlement. The post Some Drivers Really Aren't Happy About the $100M Uber Settlement appeared first on WIRED.

Why Aren't There More Good Movies About Demonic Possession?

The panel on this week's 'Geek's Guide to the Galaxy' podcast breaks down the many tropes of exorcism films. The post Why Aren't There More Good Movies About Demonic Possession? appeared first on WIRED.

Game|Life Podcast: Disney Infinity, We Hardly Knew Ye

Disney Infinity is dead, the Assassin's Creed movie is alive, and more analysis of the week's gaming news from WIRED. The post Game|Life Podcast: Disney Infinity, We Hardly Knew Ye appeared first on WIRED.

Instagram of the Week: Wildly Beautiful Slow-Motion Videos of Hummingbirds Up Close

Move over Grumpy Cat. Tracy Johnson's Instagram feed of hummingbirds is the one to follow. The post Instagram of the Week: Wildly Beautiful Slow-Motion Videos of Hummingbirds Up Close appeared first on WIRED.

Inside the Workshop Where Lego Geniuses Build Masterpieces

The 3-D modeling software at Legoland's Model Shop lets Master Builders scrutinize intricate Lego constructions layer-by-layer, brick-by-brick. The post Inside the Workshop Where Lego Geniuses Build Masterpieces appeared first on WIRED.

This Wood Death Star Is the Pinnacle of Carpentry

Frank Howarth just made a Death Star out of bamboo. Frank Howarth is now your hero. The post This Wood Death Star Is the Pinnacle of Carpentry appeared first on WIRED.

Here's How to Listen to Radiohead's New Album

The band's highly anticipated ninth album got a surprise release this weekend after two new videos in the past week. Here's where to find it. The post Here's How to Listen to Radiohead's New Album appeared first on WIRED.

Joyce Carol Oates: New Media Is Creating a Nightmare America

In the latest "Geek's Guide to the Galaxy" podcast, Joyce Carol Oates talks about the future of science fiction and keeping up with the news on Twitter. The post Joyce Carol Oates: New Media Is Creating a Nightmare America appeared first on WIRED.

Game|Life Podcast: Our Uncharted 4 Adventure Journal

The WIRED gaming crew discusses Sony's upcoming PlayStation 4 tentpole release, plus the latest news about "Zelda" and "Battlefield 1." The post Game|Life Podcast: Our Uncharted 4 Adventure Journal appeared first on WIRED.

SpaceX's Falcon 9 Will Fail Its Way to Being a Master Lander

SpaceX is going to try another barge landing. Let's hope they succeed, but give it up for them even if they fail. The post SpaceX's Falcon 9 Will Fail Its Way to Being a Master Lander appeared first on WIRED.

Review: Pat's Backcountry Beverages

Hike to the top of our favorite mountain, and you may find yourself thinking that the only possible way to make it better would be with a tall, cold one. The post Review: Pat's Backcountry Beverages appeared first on WIRED.

Culture Podcast: Star Wars Isn't the Only Thing Worth Celebrating Today

This week on the WIRED Culture podcast we're getting a little nostalgic while also looking forward to a bright future. The post Culture Podcast: Star Wars Isn't the Only Thing Worth Celebrating Today appeared first on WIRED.

Review: T-Fal OptiGrill Plus

This countertop grill uses food type and thickness to steer you toward the doneness you desire. The post Review: T-Fal OptiGrill Plus appeared first on WIRED.

It's Trump: Cruz Suspends His Campaign After Indiana Loss

With his last major rival conceding defeat, Trump has a clear path to the GOP nomination. The post It's Trump: Cruz Suspends His Campaign After Indiana Loss appeared first on WIRED.

Qualcomm goes for the grey matter with neural net SDK

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Qualcomm wants to stick a neural network in your hands, and has announced it will ship a software development kit (SDK) in the second half of this year to get the ball rolling.…

The EU's Hard Line on Privacy and the Environment May Be Coming to an End

The EU has long taken a harder line on privacy and environmental regulations than the US. But activists worry that may soon come to an end. The post The EU's Hard Line on Privacy and the Environment May Be Coming to an End appeared first on WIRED.

On Outlander, How Much Violence Is Too Much?

The Starz time-travel drama seems hellbent on demonstrating the infinite nature of suffering, and it may finally be wearing thin. The post On Outlander, How Much Violence Is Too Much? appeared first on WIRED.