11.20.25

We found early Black Friday deals on WIRED-tested smart bird feeders, smartwatches, vacuums, and more.

You’re probably spending more time fixing your smart home than using it. Here’s how I cut down my family’s reliance on Alexa.

I’m testing smart home gear and high-tech party gadgets at every holiday party I host and attend. Here’s how to automate the little things so you can actually enjoy the seasonal vibes this year.

Plus: Apple rolls out Digital IDs, Samsung’s new monitor has wheels, DJI’s latest drone has a display, and Insta360’s action camera gets an add-on that turns it into an instant camera.

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I’ll be honest; I’m of the opinion that AI isn’t good for much. I don’t want AI to make my art or take my job, but I will allow it to make my life easier by organizing my schedule and keeping me on track. Read here on how to make AI work for you, not the other way around, writes Molly Higgins.

This new real-time interpreter can change your language while cloning your voice—sort of.

To really speak and understand a new language, you need to interact with humans.

Black Friday lasts a month this year at the Home Depot, including half off select tools and tool sets, and deals on Google Nest smart home devices.

Branch is offering up to 15 percent off sitewide now through December 3.

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