Simon Hill
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Simon Hill has been writing about tech for more than a decade. He is a regular contributor to WIRED, but you can also find his work at Business Insider, Reviewed, TechRadar, Android Authority, USA Today, Digital Trends, and many other places. Before writing, he worked in games development. He lives in Scotland.
The Best Smart Lighting Panels, LED Strips, and Ambient Lamps
Light up your life with color, find accent lighting to match your mood, and transform the feel of your home with these decorative devices.
Shopping for a Router Sucks. Here’s What You Need to Know
How much speed do you need? And what’s a MU-MIMO? We decipher the jargon and explain what to look for.
The Best Carpet Cleaners to Resurrect Your Rugs
Tackle stubborn stains, ground-in grime, and pesky pet hair with one of these WIRED-tested cleaners.
The Best Security Cameras for Inside Your Home
Cameras can offer peace of mind, but choose carefully when you’re inviting one into your home.
Vodafone’s One for One Program Will Bring Old Phones Back to Life
The new initiative promises to bring up to 1 million old cell phones back into circulation. Will this put a dent in our e-waste problem?
24 Great Wireless Chargers to Refuel Your Phone (or Watch)
Stop fumbling for cables in the dark. These WIRED-tested stands and pads will take the hassle out of recharging your iPhone or Android phone.
Back Up Your Digital Life With the Best Cloud Storage Services
A good service is the easiest way to save your memories and share files. These are the best WIRED-tested ones for personal use.
These Retro Gaming Consoles Deliver a Dose of Nostalgia
From the stylish Evercade to the old-school Sega Genesis Mini, these machines will have you bleeping, blooping, and blasting back to the good old days.
The 13 Top New Features in Android 13—and How to Install It
Here’s what’s coming in the latest version of Google’s mobile operating system, which arrives later this year.
Controlling My Family’s Smart Home Is Driving Us Mad
The smart home was supposed to make our lives easier, but confusing controls and too many apps are frustrating. There must be a better way.
Our Favorite Mesh Wi-Fi Routers Will Bathe Your Home in Wi-Fi
You can forget about that patchy internet connection and dead spots with one of these WIRED-tested mesh systems.
Power Up Anywhere With Our Favorite Portable Chargers
Keep your phone, tablet, laptop, and other electronics running with these handheld power banks.
Plume’s SuperPods Offer Fast Wi-Fi and Motion Sensing
This plug-and-play mesh system delivers fast Wi-Fi and features, like motion sensing, that we’ve never seen before in a router.
What is Wi-Fi 7? Everything You Need to Know
The Wi-Fi 6E successor is likely more than a year away, but it promises to significantly boost the speed and stability of your wireless connections.
20 Outstanding Online Co-Op Games to Play With Faraway Friends
Make a long-distance connection. These cooperative multiplayer games let you and your friends play together online.
This Updated Curtain-Opening Robot Offers a Taste of Luxury
This retrofit robot makes your drapes smart, so you can open or close them on a schedule or with a voice command.
The Spendy Somnox 2 Robot Sends You to Slumberland
This cuddly robotic bedfellow helps you fall asleep faster and sleep better, but the price will give you nightmares.
25 Amazingly Addictive Couch Co-Op Games
Settle in for some bonding time. These are some of the best cooperative titles for two to eight players, all playable on a single TV.
The 4 Best Water Leak Detectors for Your Home
Don't let busted pipes or an overflowing washing machine dampen your day. A smart water sensor can reduce the risk of damage to your home.
Power Up Anywhere With the Best Travel Adapters
When going abroad, the right plugs are essential to keeping your gadgets charged. These are our favorites.