As the old adage goes - more espresso less depresso. To brighten up those chilly winter mornings, why not upgrade your coffee set up. Here are some of the best espresso machines the WIRED coffee nerds have ever tried. wired.trib.al/EibjkZB 1/8
You can’t always get what you want, but if you try sometimes, you get what you need for hundreds of dollars cheaper. With a sleek body, consistent water and steam pressure, the Rancilio Silvia M brews espresso fit for a king. 📸: Rancilio wired.trib.al/6rpnbzb 2/8
For coffee consumers on the go,try the Breville Dual Boiler Espresso Machine.The double boiler lets you jump between its three main functions without having to wait for the machine to catch up, so you're always minutes away from liquid joy.📸: Breville wired.trib.al/Ah9giSj 3/8
Not all of us have cash to burn,but we still deserve fresh espresso.The Gevi 15-Bar Espresso Machine is well made, solid and it’s a little cutie. So whether as a kitchen staple or dorm room indulgence,you can make great coffee for under $150. 📸: Gevi wired.trib.al/6sZOlnj 4/8
Now, if you’re looking for a product that can do it all, then you want the Breville Barista Express. It produces consistent pressure for espresso, steams milk, and even grinds beans for you. 📸: Breville wired.trib.al/UBg75Ud 5/8
For the person who likes to work for their morning java, the Flair Signature Plus literally lets you pull your own espresso. You just load it up with coffee, water and press. 📸: Jeffrey Michael Walcott/Flair wired.trib.al/AsVxJXy 6/8
Simplicity always withstands the test of time. The Primula Stainless Steel Moka Pot produces stove made espresso that’s stronger than a standard drip machine, while being significantly cheaper than its coffee machine counterparts. 📸:Amazon wired.trib.al/HvSfC3J 7/8
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Working from home isn’t always convenient, so it should at least be comfortable. We've spent the past year sitting on more than 15 office chairs, and these are our favorites. If you buy something using our links, WIRED may earn a commission. wired.trib.al/C7VbO2X 1/
A good chair comes with a variety of adjustments. Branch's Ergonomic Chair fits this bill. It's surprisingly sleek and easy to assemble with tons of little tweaks you can make—without the outlandish price. 📸: Branch wired.trib.al/Qkt6rSl 2/
The FlexFit Hyken Mesh Task Chair is one of the most affordable good options out there. It reclines, has a breathable mesh fabric on the back and seat, and it's sturdy. You even get a headrest and lumbar support. 📸: Staples wired.trib.al/bLbIh2C 3/
Day 2 of RE:WIRED kicks off at 9:30AM EST with a riveting panel about a topic that has dominated our lives over the last two years: MRNA vaccines. Join us live, and follow this thread for updates on the day: wired.trib.al/nQxYNxE#REWIRED2021
Day 2 of RE:WIRED is LIVE! Watch with us (for free!) right here, or look out for updates on this thread below: wired.trib.al/nQxYNxE#REWIRED2021
"We somehow think the humanity of those who haven't received the vaccine is somehow less than ours," says Dr. Nahid Bhadelia. "There are still some parts of the world where only 5% of people are vaccinated."
It’s beginning to look a lot like a logistical nightmare. To avoid supply chain issues and holiday stress, take a peek at WIRED's early Christmas Gift Guide. If you buy something using our links, WIRED may earn a commission. wired.trib.al/h9QAHEF Via @WIREDUK 1/8
If you want to get the whole family up and moving this year, try the Oculus Quest 2. But make sure you use the straps on the controllers, or you might lose one to the cranberry sauce. 📸: Oculus 2/8 wired.trib.al/zibNoJW
The Nintendo Switch is a universal hit, but why not improve on (near) perfection and go bigger and brighter this year - hello OLED model. Oh and you’ll never have to deal with the original Switch’s god-awful kickstand again. 📸: Nintendo 3/8 wired.trib.al/GVwjnZ2
We're 30 minutes from the beginning of RE:WIRED—a series of virtual conversations about humanity's biggest bets. You can register and watch at the link, but we'll be live tweeting today's events below: wired.trib.al/Rc5MO3q#REWIRED2021
Where do electric vehicle batteries go when they die? Right now, Oklahoma City, of all places. Here’s what’s going on: 1/12
A Dutchman-turned-Oklahoman named Dirk Spiers has for a decade worked to transform his Spiers New Technologies into an authority on the death—and life—of batteries. In his facilities, batteries are disassembled, fixed, refurbished, and recycled. 2/12
But the world will need many, many more companies like SNT. 230 million EVs may be on the road by 2030; millions of batteries may be at or close to retirement by then. 3/12
So you’re vaccinated? Great—Now all you gotta do is prove it. Here’s how to make showing your vaccine card nice and easy—all from your mobile device. wired.trib.al/TnOoD6P 1/10
To get started, you’ll need an official digital record of your vaccine information. You can get this from government websites, your healthcare provider, or the place where you received your shot. 2/10
Apple’s iOS 15 allows you to save the card in Apple Wallet, which will let you be ready well before the burly bouncer at the door of your local tiki bar starts glaring at you. To add the info to Apple Wallet, you’ll need a SMART card. 3/10