12 Best Umbrellas (2023): Windproof, Cheap, Tiny, and Clear Bubble

[ There are a lot of umbrellas out there, and we’re always testing more. Here are a few others we like that didn’t quite make our list of top picks. ShedRain WalkSafe Reflective Stick Umbrella for $60: This is a simple manual umbrella that opens and closes smoothly, has a circular handle that can hook … Read more

24 Best Nintendo Switch Accessories (2024): Docks, Cases, Headsets, and More

[ The Nintendo Switch has incredible staying power for a console that’s now seven years old and has only had a moderate update to its screen and kickstand after all that time. Unlike the homebound PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, the Switch is portable, personal, and packed with exclusive and indie titles. Because you … Read more

16 Best PlayStation 5 Accessories (2024): SSD Storage, Headsets, Controllers, 120-Hz TVs

[ It’s not as hard to buy a new PlayStation 5 as it used to be, but its capabilities are still impressive. The cybernetic clamshell tower of a console is packed to the gills with killer hardware. It can run games in native 4K, hit frame rates in excess of 120 frames per second, and … Read more

12 Best Couches You Can Buy Online (2024): Sectionals, Sofas, Sleepers, and More

[ Maybe you have a hand-me-down couch or a thrifted floral confection that isn’t cutting it. Or maybe your seat cushions are sunken in and worse for wear. If you need a new sofa, you’ve come to the right place. A few of us here on the WIRED Gear team have spent several months testing … Read more

10 Best MagSafe Wireless Chargers (2024): Power Banks, Stands, Pads, and Travel Chargers

[ Keeping your iPhone topped up can be a challenge, but the clever magnetic MagSafe system means you don’t need to fumble with cables or worry about a wireless charging sweet spot. Apple’s MagSafe is an accessory system integrated into the iPhone 12, iPhone 13, iPhone 14, and iPhone 15 range. A ring of magnets … Read more

Best Cheap Electric Bikes Under $2,000 (2024): Commuter, Folding, Cargo

[ Electric bikes reduce car congestion, get you moving, and reduce your carbon footprint. Also, they’re just really fun. I’ve never met anyone who has tried an electric bike and not wanted one; in the Netherlands, ebikes currently outsell regular bikes. However, that four-figure price tag induces sticker shock. Many states are considering incentive programs, … Read more

14 Best Subscription Boxes for Kids (2024): All Ages, STEM, Books, and Snacks

[ Here’s a proposition: Rather than delight your kid once or twice a year with a big, expensive present that will eventually get put aside, why not surprise them with a small, delightful package once a month? I have two kids, a 6-year-old and a 9-year-old. They are thrilled when something arrives in the mail … Read more

12 Best Headphones for Working Out (2024)

[ Luxurious over-the-ear headphones are plush and comfortable, and they sound great. But for most everyday activities—working out, traveling, and wandering around my house pretending to put things away—you probably want something much more convenient, durable, and yes, cheaper. Since I started testing these headphones years ago, their sound and comfort have improved dramatically. I … Read more