The Trump Administration Sure Is Having Trouble Keeping Its Comms Private 07. May 2025 (20:08) In the wake of SignalGate, a knockoff version of Signal used by a high-ranking member of the Trump Administration was hacked. Today on Uncanny Valley, we discuss the platforms used for government communications.(Wired)
Sonos and Ikea’s Love Affair Is Over—Grab This $19 Device While You Still Can 07. May 2025 (18:28) All good things come to an end, so it’s time to bag the furniture brand’s Sonos speakers before they disappear. The good news is that the very best of the bunch costs less than $20—and there’s no alternative once it’s gone.(Wired)
Silence Speaks Has Created AI-Powered Signing Avatars for the Deaf 07. May 2025 (15:39) New technology from British startup Silence Speaks enables an AI-generated sign language avatar to effectively give the deaf and hard of hearing an interpreter in their pocket.(Wired)
13 Best Cat Water Fountains, WIRED Tested and Reviewed (2025) 07. May 2025 (14:04) Ensuring your cat is drinking enough water is one of the best ways to keep your pet healthy. We tested popular models to find the best water fountains for most cats.(Wired)
Puma Says It Made the Fastest Running Shoe Ever. We Put It to the Test 07. May 2025 (13:00) Puma claims its latest Fast-R Nitro Elite 3 hi-tech shoe will boost efficiency for all runners. WIRED compared it to the leading competition to separate the facts from the marketing jargon.(Wired)
