But there has been negative news about gas ranges. Outside studies and CR’s own testing have found that cooking on a gas stove may produce byproducts that are bad for the environment and can pose risks to the respiratory health of certain vulnerable people. While research is ongoing, one thing is clear: Ventilation is critical…
If you’re interested in buying a treadmill that doesn’t require paying more for access to its entire workout ecosystem, you’ll have to look beyond the most recognizable brands and do a little digging. Or you can let us do the digging for you. The most important thing to know while you shop is that there…
Tech companies have invested so much money in building data centers in recent months, it’s actively driving the US economy—and the AI race is showing no signs of slowing down. Meta chief Mark Zuckerberg told President Donald Trump last week that the company would spend $600 billion on US infrastructure—including data centers—by 2028, while OpenAI…
Before Wi-Fi became ubiquitous, Ethernet was the preferred way to get your devices onto the internet. By running Ethernet cables in a local area network (LAN) or wide area network (WAN), you could send data back and forth. It is still widely used because sending data along cables is usually faster, and always more reliable…
LG makes some of the best TVs you can buy. Its OLED TVs in particular are perennial favorites at WIRED, with C-series models like the C4 (9/10, WIRED Recommends) providing among the best performance for your dollars on the market. LG is about way more than TVs of course. The Korean brand offers multiple products…
The recalled formula was sold at ByHeart.com and at major retailers nationwide, the FDA says. ByHeart is sold at Amazon, Kroger, Sam’s Club, Target, Walmart, and Whole Foods, among other stores. The illnesses were first reported in August 2025, with the last illness onset reported in November 2025. Lot Numbers Recalled • Batch Code: 251261P2; use-by…
Even if you aren’t dealing with heavy messes, glass and ceramic cooktop surfaces can be scratched if you use something too abrasive to clean them. Opting for a product specifically formulated for these appliances is your best bet to keep them looking new. To find the best cooktop cleaner for your glass and ceramic cooktops,…
The chef’s knife is better, which admittedly is not saying much. It’s very rocky and lightweight. I prefer a heavier knife, especially considering how slippery the handle feels. But I was able to slice through my pile of chives, plus garlic and onions. That’s the best assessment I can give: I was able to use…
The Trump administration’s radical changes to United States fiscal policy, foreign relations, and global strategy—combined with mass firings across the federal government—have created uncertainty around US cybersecurity priorities that was on display this week at two of the country’s most prominent digital security conferences in Las Vegas. “We are not retreating, we’re advancing in a…
Safety EquipmentIn recent years, a growing number of new cars have included advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) technology as optional, if not standard, equipment. That means used cars are more readily available with features ranging from automatic emergency braking (AEB) to adaptive cruise control (ACC). Among those features, Consumer Reports highly recommends AEB with pedestrian…