Mexico City’s ‘Xoli’ Chatbot Will Help World Cup Tourists Navigate the City

The launch of “Xoli” adds to the technological efforts promoted by the federal government to turn the 2026 World Cup into an engine of development for the entire country.

71 Best Podcasts (2026): True Crime, Culture, Science, Fiction

Get your fix of tech, true crime, pop culture, or comedy with these audio adventures.

Aiper Scuba V3 Pool Robot Review: Eye on the Prize

Now outfitted with AI computer vision, this new pool cleaner can actively search for debris.

I Tried DoorDash’s Tasks App and Saw the Bleak Future of AI Gig Work

I recorded videos of myself doing laundry, scrambling eggs, and walking around the park in DoorDash’s new Tasks app, where gig workers are paid to train AI.

How BYD Got EV Chargers to Work Almost as Fast as Gas Pumps

The Chinese automaker is racing ahead of global competitors—but don’t expect to see those gains in the US anytime soon.

There Aren’t a Lot of Reasons to Get Excited About a New Amazon Smartphone

The company is reportedly building a new AI-powered mobile device. If Amazon follows through on the plan, experts warn it would be next to impossible to break into a crowded market.

Gamers Hate Nvidia’s DLSS 5. Developers Aren’t Crazy About It Either

Nvidia’s new AI upscaling gaming technology struck gamers as uncanny and off-putting. Developers don’t seem to like it either, but it could be “the default” in a few years.

This Compact Bose Soundbar Is $80 Off

Bose might be known for its noise-canceling headphones, but the brand’s soundbars are pretty solid too.

Best Kids’ Bikes (2026): Woom, Prevelo, Guardian, and More

The WIRED Reviews team has kids, and we tested all types of kids’ bikes. Here are our top picks.

Firewire Surfboard Review (2026): Neutrino, Revo Max, Machadocado

Firewire makes the most innovative surfboards in the industry. This winter, I tried the Neutrino, Machado, and Revo Max to see if they’re worth the hype.