20 Best Presidents’ Day Deals on Gear Our Reviewers Actually Used (2026)

Shop these limited-time sales to save on some of our favorite gadgets from Branch, Eufy, and more.

Join Our Livestream: The Hype, Reality, and Future of EVs

Pose your questions to a panel of WIRED experts about the future of the electric vehicle industry.

Senators Urge Top Regulator to Stay Out of Prediction Market Lawsuits

As prediction market platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi battle regulators in court, Senate Democrats are urging the CFTC to avoid weighing in, escalating a broader fight over the burgeoning industry.

Social Security Workers Are Being Told to Hand Over Appointment Details to ICE

The recent request goes against decades of precedent and puts noncitizens at further risk of immigration enforcement actions.

OpenAI Is Nuking Its 4o Model. China’s ChatGPT Fans Aren’t OK

As OpenAI removed access to GPT-4o in its app on Friday, people who have come to rely on the chatbot for companionship are mourning the loss all over the world.

Sony Promo Codes and Discounts: 45% Off

Upgrade your setup with Sony’s newest releases. Save on industry-leading noise-canceling audio, and pro-level Alpha cameras.

Robot Dogs Are on Going on Patrol at the 2026 World Cup in Mexico

The Mexican city of Guadalupe, which will host portions of the 2026 World Cup, recently showed off four new robot dogs that will help provide security during matches at BBVA Stadium.

Lola Blankets Are 45 Percent Off This Presidents’ Day Weekend

From February 14 to 16, these ultra-plush blankets and throws are nearly half off. No exclusions.

Gear News of the Week: Samsung Sets a Date for Galaxy Unpacked, and Fitbit’s AI Coach Comes to iOS

Plus: iOS 26.3 makes it easy to switch to Android, Google cancels the Android 17 beta, and YouTube debuts on the Apple Vision Pro.

Here’s What It’s Like to Use H&R Block’s DIY Tax Service (2026)

Filing taxes is a pain. Here’s how H&R Block DIY performed against other services I tested.