Contact-tracing apps were widely deployed during the Covid pandemic. They aren’t as helpful during smaller outbreaks.
Most Recent Articles
Do City Delivery Drones Make Sense? No One Knows, but They're Flying Over NYC
One of the country’s busiest airspaces has a new kind of flying machine—maybe temporarily.
How Handheld Translators Work and Why They’re Handy for Travel
Your cell phone can handle basic language translation, but bespoke tools can offer a much more immersive experience.
‘Reservation Hijacking’ Scams Target Travelers. Here’s How to Stay Safe
The hotel staffer who calls you with an urgent request for payment isn’t necessarily who they say they are.
Best Live-Captioning Smart Glasses (2026), WIRED tested
Can’t hear what they’re saying? Now you can turn on the subtitles for real-life conversations.
Hackable Robot Lawn Mower Unlocks a New Nightmare
Plus: Meta officially kills encrypted Instagram DMs, the Trump administration targets “violent left wing extremists,” leaked documents reveal Russia's school for elite hackers, and more.
The 19 Most Exciting Cars at the Beijing Auto Show 2026
The cars that debuted at the Beijing Auto Show demonstrate that the Chinese market is now at the forefront of electrification and intelligence. These are the 19 most intriguing models we saw.
Exclusive Shed Rain Coupon: 15% Off
Get 15% off functional, fashionable umbrellas with our exclusive Shed Rain discount code.
Logitech Promo Codes and Deals: Up to $100 Off
Score up to $100 off refurbished premium products, free shipping on orders of $29+, and more at Logitech.
50% Off Blue Apron Promo Codes | May 2026
Browse chef-curated meal plans, plus get $25 off with an exclusive Blue Apron coupon code, plus 50% off your first 2 orders, and more top coupons on WIRED.
Western Digital Promo Code: 15% Off
Get 15% off your first order at Western Digital when you register your email.
HelloFresh Coupon Codes: 55% Off + Free Meals
Get up to 55% off and free meal boxes using a HelloFresh coupon code today. Discover our best codes and discounts to let you save time and money.
T-Mobile Promo Codes: 25% Off | May
Discover how to save on T-Mobile Business Internet and phone plans, from sign-up perks and switching rewards to bundled offers and free lines.
Instacart Promo Code: $15 Off | May 2026
Find the best Instacart promo code for massive savings in May 2026
Top Megelin Deals for Laser and LED Therapy Devices (2026)
This Mother's Day, Megelin is slashing prices on its best-selling laser and LED devices.
The Pentagon Releases New Trove of Declassified UFO Files
The Defense Department has released a new trove of declassified documents about government UFO sightings.
Tesla’s Latest Recall? Wheels May Fall Off Cybertrucks
In what is the 11th Cybertruck recall, certain models of Elon Musk’s embattled pickup could experience a sudden, unexpected wheel separation, thanks to the wrong grease and loose nuts.
Nick Bostrom Has a Plan for Humanity’s ‘Big Retirement’
The philosopher thinks humans should pursue advanced AI and the promise of a “solved world.”
There’s a Long-Shot Proposal to Protect California Workers From AI
California gubernatorial candidate Tom Steyer is proposing a new jobs guarantee for workers displaced by artificial intelligence.
The Best Mobile Gaming Controllers for iPhone and Android (2026)
Your iPhone or Android phone can work overtime as a full-on gaming console with the help of these mobile controllers. Backbone makes my favorite.
We Asked Coffee Pros to Blind Test Coffee Machines. The Results Were Surprising
For our latest WIRED Blind Test, we sat coffee industry professionals down to rank leading do-it-all coffee machines—and the winner wasn't what anyone expected.