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Simon Hill

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The Google Pixelsnap Charger With Stand Is 50 Percent Off Right Now
Speedy Qi2 wireless charging in a magnetic puck and stand combo makes Google’s Pixelsnap well worth grabbing at half price.
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The Best Portable Solar Panels: My Take After Years of Testing
Clean, free power from the sun is easier and more affordable to capture than ever with the best portable solar panels.
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Best Solar Generators for Off-Grid Trips, RVs, and Home Backup
If you want to capture the sun’s power with solar panels, these are the best solar generators I’ve tested.
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Best Ethernet Switches: Fast, Reliable, and Secure
If your router is short on ports, you can add more with one of the best Ethernet switches. These are my top picks from what I’ve tested.
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Which New Samsung Foldable Phone Should You Buy? Fold8 Ultra, Fold8, or Flip8?
Samsung’s folding phone family has a new middle child with a fresh form factor, but which of its eighth-gen foldables is right for you?
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The Best Motion Sensors and Home Security Gadgets Without Cameras
If you prefer not to have cameras in and around your home, try one of these more private, WIRED-tested security devices.
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Wi-Fi 8 Explained: Features, Release Date, and More
Chipset makers and router manufacturers are talking about Wi-Fi 8, but what is the new standard, and when will it arrive?
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I Just Saw That Eufy’s Floodlight Security Camera Is Cheaper Than Ever (2026)
If you want to beef up your home security this Prime Day, Eufy’s Floodlight Camera is a great way to do it.
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Stop Mowing Your Grass Forever With One of These Highly Rated Robot Mowers On Sale
You don't need to cut your own grass anymore. Most of the best robot mowers I've tested are on sale for Prime Day.
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I've Built Countless Sets, and These Are the Best Prime Day Lego Deals (2026)
I love building Lego sets, so here are my picks of the best Prime Day Lego deals. There are some great toy discounts, too.
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My Family Loves Board Games—Here Are the 9 I'd Buy On Sale During Prime Day
Looking for family fun this summer? You need these WIRED-recommended Prime Day board game deals.
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The Best Mesh Router Is at Its Best Price Ever This Prime Day
Do you crave speedy, reliable Wi-Fi throughout your home? Snag one of these Prime Day router or mesh deals.
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14 Walmart Deals We like Better than That Other Sale Happening Right Now
Welcome to Walmart deals for folks who'd rather not shop at Amazon. These are the best gadget deals at Walmart this Prime Day.
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Netgear’s Excellent Wi-Fi 7 Mesh Is on Sale for Prime Day
WIRED’s favorite Wi-Fi 7 mesh system from Netgear is cheaper than ever on Prime Day.
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Best Prime Day Tech Deals (2026): Phones, Watches, and More
Don't pay full price—snag one of these tasty Prime Day tech deals on some of our favorite WIRED-tested gadgets.
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The Best NAS Devices for Your Home After Months of Testing
Network-attached storage (NAS) provides accessible shared space on your home network. After testing, these are my favorite NAS devices.
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Home Batteries: How They're Installed and How Much They Cost
After adding one to my home, here's why you might want a home battery, how they work, and what to look for, plus some installation tips.
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Nimble’s New Modular Power Bank Can Be Shared With a Friend
Nimble’s thoughtfully designed SharePower is a modular power bank you can share with a friend.
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EcoFlow PowerOcean Battery Review: Cutting My Bill in Half
Whether you want to buy cheaper electricity, store solar energy, or guard against outages, EcoFlow’s home battery might be just what you need.
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Best Smart Chess Boards (2026): Chessnut, Millennium
I played the ultimate game of strategy on a variety of smart chess boards to find the best for online and in-person matches.
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Routers vs. Modems: What You Need to Get Online
Your modem and router are the dynamic duo you need to get online, so long as you don't mistake one for the other.
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