8 Best Travel Adapters (2026): 20+ Models Tested

When going abroad, the right plugs are essential to keep your gadgets charged. These are my favorite travel adapters and chargers that I’ve tested myself.

An Editor’s Picks: The Best Gifts for Bird Lovers

Whether they’re into feeders, field guides, or games, these tried-and-tested picks are sure to land perfectly.

The Mother’s Day Gifts Our Editors Love (2026)

From smart rings and everlasting flowers to weighted vests and LED masks, there’s a gift for every kind of mom.

17 Best Graduation Gifts That Aren’t Totally Cringe (2026)

From tech to home goods, these giftable gadgets are as practical as they are cool.

What Chef Jon Kung Swears By in the Kitchen (2026)

Plus, their definitive takes on sharpening knives and washing rice.

Best Gifts for Hikers, Backpackers, Outdoorsy People (2026)

Let them pick out their own hiking boots. Instead, try gifting a useful blade or a nature journal to delight your outdoorsy friend.

Best Smart Cat Trackers of 2026: Fi Mini vs. Tractive

After months of monitoring Basil’s activity and sleep, I found that Fi and Tractive cat trackers come with their own trade-offs.

13 Best Coolers for Sunshine and Nighttime (2026)

We tested coolers on camping trips, road trips, beach days, and at parties to bring you our favorite models for every situation. The Yeti Tundra Haul is our top pick.

WIRED’s Smart Home Ecosystem Guide (2026)

If you’re waffling between Alexa, Siri, and Google, the answer may already be in your home.

The 5 Best Laptop Power Banks I’ve Personally Tested (2026)

These powerful, high-capacity portable batteries are the best ones when laptop charging is a priority. All have at least 20,000 mAh, enough to charge most laptops twice.