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When humans didn't know what moved the ocean and the sun, they granted those objects mental states. Something similar can happen with artificial intelligence. https://www.wired.com/story/artificial-intelligence-minds-science-fiction/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

We’ve got discounts for everyone, whether you’re gearing up for a new year of learning or just decking out your workstation. https://www.wired.com/story/weekend-deals-july-29-2023/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Tools for Humanity has an iris-scanning Orb that decides whether you're human or a robot—and then gives you crypto. But is Worldcoin worth the price? https://www.wired.com/story/sam-altman-orb-worldcoin-tools-for-humanity/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

This summer's extraordinary heat is but a preview of what's to come: Humidity not only makes daytime highs more miserable, it extends the hotness through the night. https://www.wired.com/story/heat-waves-arent-just-getting-hotter-theyre-sticker-too/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Critical Role’s first Illuminated Worlds creation, Candela Obscura, is charting an optimistic path for future live-play games. We sat down with its star-studded cast. https://www.wired.com/story/candela-obscura-critical-role-cast-interview/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Ships without crews. Self-directed drone swarms. How a US Navy task force is using off-the-shelf robotics and artificial intelligence to prepare for the next age of conflict. https://www.wired.com/story/ai-powered-totally-autonomous-future-of-war-is-here/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

If you don’t have small doorways or carpets, this is probably the best robot vacuum-mop for you. https://www.wired.com/review/tp-link-tapo-rv10-plus/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

This electric scooter is no specter. If you don't mind its 77-pound weight, it can take you on a ride for more than 20 miles easily. https://www.wired.com/review/apollo-phantom-v3/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Whether you call it a fanny pack, a waist bag, or a hip sling, these are our top picks for you. https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-fanny-packs/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

AI-generated video and images are ushering in an ungovernable reality—where the remixing of stereotypes is not only accepted, but big business. https://www.wired.com/story/new-minstrels-generative-ai/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Every new technology from the internet to virtual reality has tried to upend book culture. There's a reason they've all failed—and always will. https://www.wired.com/story/why-generative-ai-wont-disrupt-books/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Live in Barbie’s world with a hot pink electric toothbrush, sparkly phone case, and bright yellow inline skates. https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-barbie-collabs/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

By early 2024, a tablet called Opill will be sold in pharmacies without a prescription, making it easier for uninsured and young buyers to access. https://www.wired.com/story/fda-approves-over-the-counter-birth-control-pill-heres-what-to-know/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Artificial intelligence is poised to transform entertainment as we know it, from blockbusters to pornography. But the power is still in the hands of humans. https://www.wired.com/story/hollywoods-future-belongs-to-people-not-machines/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Here's how to take some control of your data while using artificial intelligence tools and apps. https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-use-ai-tools-protect-privacy/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Electric car owners save thousands in maintenance costs compared to internal combustion vehicles. So how much does it cost and what needs attention? Here's our guide. https://www.wired.com/story/everything-you-need-to-know-about-servicing-an-ev/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

The best outdoor security camera just got slightly better, as Arlo adds enhanced night vision and longer battery life. https://www.wired.com/review/arlo-pro-5/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

How much truth and healing can forensic tech really bring? On the sites of Native American tragedies, Marsha Small has made it her life’s mission to find out. https://www.wired.com/story/marsha-small-red-cloud-boarding-school/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

A protein secreted by seemingly dormant cells in skin moles causes hair to grow again. That’s a big—and potentially useful—surprise. https://www.wired.com/story/a-hair-loss-study-raises-new-questions-about-aging-cells/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Got a hankering for sweet, sour, or both? Feast your eyes on these deals. https://www.wired.com/story/amazon-prime-day-candy-deals-2023/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

The cost of the retailer’s subscription service is climbing. Services from these competitors might make it easier to say goodbye. https://www.wired.com/story/amazon-prime-alternatives/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

A new office tool is infecting thought and communication with the worst symptoms of design thinking. https://www.wired.com/story/beware-the-digital-whiteboard/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Want to reconnect with people and grow your clout on Threads? Here are a few tips to help you get started. https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-find-twitter-friends-threads-meta/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

This 15.6-inch laptop is lightweight for its size, but its performance doesn’t match its price. https://www.wired.com/review/lg-gram-superslim-2023/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

These Android smartphones often deliver two-day battery life and have lots of storage. But which Moto models are best? https://www.wired.com/story/best-motorola-phones/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

To solve the “crisis” in artificial intelligence, AI beings must say, “I am me.” https://www.wired.com/story/give-every-ai-a-soul-or-else/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Assistive technology services are integrating OpenAI's GPT-4, using artificial intelligence to help describe objects and people. https://www.wired.com/story/ai-gpt4-could-change-how-blind-people-see-the-world/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Wilfa's Uniform coffee grinder excels at prepping beans for drip, pour-over, AeroPress, Chemex, and French press. It works for espresso too if you're not afraid of math. https://www.wired.com/review/wilfa-uniform-coffee-grinder/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

We did the hard work of munching, sniffing, and nibbling to help you level up your nosh game. https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-snack-subscription-boxes/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

There’s a surprisingly straightforward answer to how many numbers are needed to fill an infinite grid so that identical numbers never get too close together. https://www.wired.com/story/a-computer-assisted-proof-solves-the-packing-coloring-problem/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

So many food blogs and recipe sites are samey and full of pretty pictures but untested recipes. Don't worry, it's possible to find something you'll love to cook and eat. https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-find-good-recipes-online/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Fans have lots of ways to help ensure even lesser-known music acts can continue playing. https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-support-bands-musicians/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Plus: Microsoft fixes 78 vulnerabilities, VMWare plugs a flaw already used in attacks, and more critical updates from June. https://www.wired.com/story/apple-google-moveit-security-patches-june-2023-critical-update/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger