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.

Best Alternatives to Google’s Android Operating System (2026), Tested and Reviewed

Whether you have privacy concerns or you just want to freely tinker, these are our favorite alternatives to stock Android.

Ring Kills Flock Safety Deal After Super Bowl Ad Uproar

Plus: Meta plans to add face recognition to its smart glasses, Jared Kushner named as part of whistleblower’s mysterious national security complaint, and more.

Our Favorite TV Is Still Almost Half Off

Best Buy continues to sell the TCL QM6K for a staggering discount.

OpenAI’s President Gave Millions to Trump. He Says It’s for Humanity

In an interview with WIRED, Greg Brockman says his political donations support OpenAI’s mission—even if some employees at the company disagree.

A Wave of Unexplained Bot Traffic Is Sweeping the Web

From small publishers to US federal agencies, websites are reporting unusual spikes in automated traffic linked to IP addresses in Lanzhou, China.

‘Uncanny Valley’: ICE’s Secret Expansion Plans, Palantir Workers’ Ethical Concerns, and AI Assistants

In this episode of Uncanny Valley, our hosts dive into WIRED’s scoop about a secret Trump administration campaign extending right into your backyard.