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Simon Hill

www.wired.com
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Robot Mowers Are Actually Good Now
With the rise of affordable and effective robot mowers, maintaining a pristine lawn has never been easier.
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How to Get Reliable Wi-Fi in Your Backyard
There are several ways to extend your Wi-Fi network into your backyard and out onto the deck or patio. Here’s how.
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Lego Star Wars Smart Play Throne Room Duel and A-Wing Review
Curious about Lego’s new Smart Brick Star Wars sets? I tested the iconic Throne Room duel.
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What You Need to Know About the Foreign-Made Router Ban in the US
The FCC just banned the sale of new consumer-grade Wi-Fi routers manufactured outside the US. Here’s what it means for you.
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The Best Subscription-Free Home Security Cameras I've Tried
You don’t have to upload your video to the cloud or pay a monthly fee to secure your home. These security cameras record locally.
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I Clamp Every Accessory I Can to My Desk To Avoid Clutter, and You Should, Too
It’s time to clamp down on the chaos and clear your desktop with these clever mounted accessories.
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How to Set Up Your Own NAS Server for Backups and Content Streaming
A home network-attached storage (NAS) server is ideal for backups, content streaming, and more. It could even save you money in the long run.
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My Moccamaster Delivers Drip Coffee Perfection
It’s stylish and reliable—and you can pry my Moccamaster from my cold, dead hands.
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Anker’s Discounted Power Station Can Power Your Next Camping Trip
Go off-grid camping for a long weekend with my favorite portable power station from Anker. It's on sale.
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How to Run Ethernet Cables to Your Router and Keep Them Tidy
Boosting internet speeds around your home is easy with Ethernet cables, and these tips will help you keep things neat.
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The WIRED Guide to Wires: How to Manage the Mess of Cables Around Your Desk
You need to sort out that rat’s nest of cables under your desk. These cable management tips and products can help you do it.
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Video Doorbell Advice and Settings for Opting Out of the Surveillance State
Video doorbells are handy, but they’re a threat to privacy. I spoke to experts about why you might ditch your doorbell, and how to safeguard your video.
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Review: Xiaomi 17 Ultra and Leitzphone Pack Leica Magic Into a Flagship Phone
The latest Xiaomi flagship is a beast and comes in a specially co-designed Leica edition that’s picture-perfect.
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Best Apple 3-in-1 Wireless Travel Chargers (2026), Tested and Reviewed
Keep your trio of Apple gadgets fully charged wherever you are with these compact folding travel chargers.
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Target Darts Omni Auto Scoring System Hits the Mark
Step up to the oche and hit the bull’s-eye with this automatic darts scoring system for online play.
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Why a Dehumidifier Is One of My Favorite Gadgets
A good dehumidifier can banish damp and mold, and help you keep a comfortable temperature in your home.
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What Is Thread? Matter’s Smart Home Network Protocol, Explained
Thread is a mesh networking protocol that connects low-power smart home gadgets, and it’s one of Matter’s underlying technologies.
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3 Best Floodlight Security Cameras (2026), Tested and Reviewed
Light up and secure your driveway, backyard, or porch with a floodlight security camera.
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How to Fix Your Wi-Fi Problems (2026)
Is your magic internet box giving you problems? Get back online and stay there with our expert Wi-Fi fixes and tips.
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Board Review: Tabletop Video Games With Physical Pieces
I loved Board’s unique blend of tabletop gaming, but my family gave it mixed reviews.
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Everything You Need to Know About Importing a Chinese Smartphone
The top Chinese smartphones are innovation-packed spec beasts, but it’s not always a good idea to import from the East.
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