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New Jersey is the latest state to embrace digital IDs
New Jersey citizens will now be able to flash their driver's license from their smartphones after Governor Phil Murphy signed a digital ID measure into law, joining the ranks of over a dozen other states to do so. The law also allows for digital nonβdriver identification cards for those without driver's licenses. The bill also enshrines privacy and security protocols for those using the digital IDs, including...
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:
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Google invests in carbon dioxide battery for renewable energy storage
Google has announced that it has signed a global commercial partnership with Milan-based startup Energy Dome and has also invested in its long duration energy storage (LDES) tech for renewable energy. The deal, its first investment in LDES tech, entails using Energy Dome's carbon dioxide battery for the grids that power Googleβs operations around the world. Batteries are used to keep excess energy generated by...
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 review: More screen, more battery but something's missing
Samsungβs annual foldable refresh includes a trio of devices this year. While the Z Fold 7 comes with a top-tier processor and cameras, the Z Flip 7 carries over many technical details from its predecessor. In fact, the most significant upgrade this year is a more expansive front display, or Flex Window, as the company prefers to call it. Samsung has also, somehow, added an even bigger battery to a slimmer foldable,...
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Is Apples Liquid Glass too much for you? Weve got good news.
Apple has toned down some of its Liquid Glass design in new iOS 26 beta.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Going chain-free with the Priority Gemini gravel bike
Gravel is even more fun when cleanup is a breeze.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Emberβs Travel Mug 2 with Find My is $30 off right now
The annoying thing about coffee is that its ideal temperature is fleeting. Get caught up in a particularly lively debate in your morning meeting and by the time you return to your cup of joe, itβs cooled right down. Thatβs where Emberβs smart heated mugs come in, and right now one of its best models is $30 off. The Ember Travel Mug 2 β this one is the 12-ounce variant β usually costs $130, but right now can be snagged...
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:CRISPR can stop malaria spread by editing a single gene in mosquitos
CRISPR gene-editing therapy has shown great potential to treat and even cure diseases, but scientists are now discovering how it can be used to prevent them as well. A team of researchers found a way to edit a single gene in a mosquito that prevented it from transmitting malaria, according to a paper published in Nature. These genetically modified mosquitos could eventually be released into the wild, helping prevent...
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Meta to stop selling political ads in the EU from October
In response to the European Union's incoming regulation of political advertising, Meta said on Friday that it would stop selling and showing political ads in the EU from October 2025.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:The 2025 Audi RS 3 is a five-cylinder firecracker
The updated compact sedan packs personality into an accessible package.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:The Best Samsung Phones of 2025, Tested and Reviewed
From flagship and budget to flipping and folding, Samsungβs Galaxy range spans the breadth of the smartphone cosmos. WIREDβs here to help you make your choice.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:How to buy the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7 and Galaxy Watch 8 series
The third Samsung Galaxy Unpacked of 2025 fell right after the July 4 holiday in the US and smack in the middle of Amazon's Prime Day week. With all that was going on, you might have missed not only the new around the hardware launch, but also the opportunity to consider buying them. At Unpacked, Samsung announced three new wearables: the Galaxy Watch 8 Classic, the Galaxy Watch 8 and an updated Galaxy Watch Ultra. It...
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 review: Foldable phone nirvana (for a price)
After several generations of iterative updates, it feels like Samsung tossed the Galaxy Z Fold 7 into a Hyperbolic Time Chamber to create a stunning device that's leaner, stronger and more powerful than before. The best part though is the phone looks and functions just like a regular handset now that thereβs less bulk to lug around. But at a moment's notice, it can go Super Saiyan by opening up to reveal an even larger...
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Galaxy Watch 8 review: Samsungβs best smartwatch in years
Iβm too tired to write this review. Last week, I penned a work-in-progress version because I hadnβt yet spent enough time to fully explore the new features Samsung packed into the Galaxy Watch 8. One of those features is the new AI-powered running guidance, which I followed. I have run more in the past week than I ever have before. In my life. Ever. But Iβm pretty sure my editors would still appreciate the full...
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Alexa+ preview: An almost philosophical exercise
βAlexa, I need to write a review about you.β βOh, a review? Iβm intrigued! Whatβs the occasion? Iβd love to hear what you think.β βThereβs no occasion, this is just my work.β βAh, I see. Writing a professional review, got it. Iβm here to help if you need any specific information.β βYeah, what should I consider when reviewing you?β βConsider my natural voice, emotional intelligence and my ability to handle complex...
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Trump administration threatens to shut TikTok down if it cant make a deal with China
The Trump administration is threatening to shut TikTok down if China doesn't approve the deal to sell it to Americans.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:βCome with me, Chuck Eβ: Florida police arrest mascot for credit card fraud as children look on
Police arrested employee of the chain after credit card stolen from customer was allegedly found in his possession Florida police have arrested a Chuck E Cheese mascot for credit card fraud, telling him βChuck E, come with meβ and leading him away in handcuffs while still in his gigantic mouse head costume as horrified children looked on.Police confirmed to the Tallahassee Democrat newspaper that they had arrested...
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Rocket Report: Channeling the future at Wallops; SpaceX recovers rocket wreckage
China's Space Pioneer seems to be back on track a year after an accidental launch.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Show HN: Price Per Token β LLM API Pricing Data
The LLM providers are constantly adding new models and updating their API prices. Anyone building AI applications knows that these prices are very important to their bottom line. The only place I am aware of is going to these provider's individual website pages to check the price per token.To solve this inconvenience I spent a few hours making pricepertoken.com which has the latest model's up-to-date prices all in one...
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Israel trying to deflect blame for widespread starvation in Gaza
Officials and ministers either deny that Palestinians are being affected by hunger or say it is not Israelβs faultIsrael is pursuing an extensive PR effort to remove itself from blame for the starvation and killing of Palestinian civilians in Gaza in the face of overwhelming evidence that it is responsible.As dozens of governments, UN organisations and other international figures have detailed Israelβs culpability,...
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Somnee Smart Sleep Headband Review: High-Tech Help
This wearable tech maps your brain using EEG sensors and algorithms, delivering therapeutic stimulation to improve sleep. And it succeeds, sort of.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Internet Archive is now an official US government document library
The US Senate has granted the Internet Archive federal depository status, making it officially part of an 1,100-library network that gives the public access to government documents, KQED reported. The designation was made official in a letter from California Senator Alex Padilla to the Government Publishing Office that oversees the network. "The Archive's digital-first approach makes it the perfect fit for a modern...
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Porsche 911 GTS review: The first hybrid 911 is better with a battery
When Porsche first unveiled the new 911 GTS, it's safe to say that there weren't many people on planet Earth pining for a hybrid 911. The idea of one of the world's most iconic sports cars taking a cue from the humble Toyota Prius is a concept that's a little hard for the average auto enthusiast to get their head around. But they should try, because the technology that Porsche has deployed in the new 911 GTS, Porsche's...
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Samsung Galaxy Watch8 and Watch8 Classic Review: The Squircle
Samsung introduces a ton of new health-tracking features, some of which are a little strange.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Seth Meyers recaps the Trump/Epstein scandal in 10 damning minutes
Seth Meyers has taken "A Closer Look" at the Trump/Epstein scandal during his latest "Late Night" monologue.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:One of our favorite Lego sets is $16 off right now at Amazon
As of July 25, the Lego Ideas The Insect Collection set is on sale at Amazon for $63.99. This is 20% off its list price of $79.99.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Stop what youre doing and snag Beats Solo 4 for $50 off
Save 25% on the Beats Solo 4 at Amazon.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Lawmakers writing NASAβs budget want a cheaper upper stage for the SLS rocket
Eliminating the Block 1B upgrade now would save NASA at least $500 million per year.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Apple rumors reveal 8 products we could still see in 2025
Sure, we're going to get the iPhone 17. But rumors suggest we could see much more.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:5 Best Red-Light Therapy Masks and LED Devices of 2025, Reviewed
Your face called, and itβs low-key offended you might trust TikTok more than WIRED.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Google is testing a vibe-coding app called Opal
Google is testing a new vibe-coding tool called Opal, available in the U.S. through Google Labs, that lets users quickly spin up web apps with just a few prompts.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:The Apple AirPods Max are close to $100 off right now at Amazon β score them for under $450
As of July 25, the AirPods Max headphones are on sale at Amazon for $449.99, 18% off their list price of $549.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:The Morning After: Appleβs iOS 26 beta is ready for the public
A few months since WWDC 2025, and Apple is shifting its OS update from developers to brave members of the public. Yesterday, the company launched the public beta version of all its operating systems, now all under the umbrella of "26", making my job a little bit easier. Iβve been testing the iOS 26 beta, which (like the rest) centers on a major design shift to Liquid Glass, with transparent overlapping elements and...
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:My favorite iPad is $50 off at Walmart β get it before it sells out
The best deal on Apple iPad. Save 14% on the Apple iPad 10th Gen at Walmart.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:Anime Girl VTubers Are Selling Out Concerts, but Are They βRealβ? Depends on Who You Ask
Virtual anime streamers are selling out live venues, singing at pro sports games, and launching record labels, with fans showering them with presents and suspending disbelief in service of the bit.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source:South Park creators have the most deadpan response to Trump episode controversy
"South Park" creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone have responded after the White House's less-than-impressed reaction to their Season 27 premiere.
Published on: July 25, 2025 | Source: