When something goes wrong with an AI assistant, our instinct is to ask it directly: “What happened?” or “Why did you do that?” It’s a natural impulse—after all, if a human makes a mistake, we ask them to explain. But with AI models, this approach rarely works, and the urge to ask reveals a fundamental…
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…
While most pacifiers had clear labels, a few had labeling or age-grading discrepancies. Although this may seem like a minor issue, CR’s stance is that parents should never have to do their own research when it comes to pacifier labels or guess whether pacifier attachments, such as those made to resemble stuffed animals, are safe….
I don’t know if you’re like me, but one of my favorite ways to treat myself is with products that I know will help me better my body or ease any pain. Therabody has a slew of truly great products to help with everything from sore muscles, to aches and pains, and even has a…
Because each part attaches wirelessly, the whole package is pretty flexible. ChefsTemp advertises bundles for Primo grills, every version of Kamado Joe, Big Green Egg, Akorn, Vision, Old Country Smoker, and a Weber Smokey Mountain. If you’re willing to drill a hole or two, you could even install the ProTemp into any classic kettle. But…
Main theme: Whether you’ve been saving up all year or plan to “buy now, pay later,” Consumer Reports’ “Talking Carts” is here with smart tips and practical tricks to help you save money and shop with confidence. In this podcast episode, Talking Carts hosts senior home and appliances writer Tanya Christian and marketplace equity reporter…
Ford is once again shifting its electric vehicle manufacturing plans, a response to a year that’s been tough for the powertrain technology that’s still making waves overseas but has seen domestic government support cut and customer enthusiasm weaken. Instead of planning to make enough electric vehicles to account for 40 percent of global sales by…
Screens can scratch easily, and even paper towels and tissues contain fibers that can cause damage. “Your best bet is to use a soft, anti-static microfiber cloth—the kind used to clean eyeglasses and camera lenses—and wipe in a circular motion,” says Scott Meadows, who cleans more than 200 TVs a year in his role as…
Weatherproofing. Every model needs an IP (weatherproofing) rating to survive outside, so if you don’t see one, don’t buy those lights. There’s usually a lower rating for the control box compared to the rest of the lights, so be sure you can put that somewhere that’s a little less exposed to the elements. (As mentioned…
ROG Strix is Asus’s performance-focused subbrand. This is where the company’s thicker, more conventional gaming laptops are found. Pricing can range widely, as it includes affordable options like the ROG Strix G16 with the RTX 5050, which starts at just $1,300. TUF Gaming is the company’s entry-level gaming laptop subbrand. These TUF gaming laptops used…