This digest compiles the latest from Wired.
Today’s Wired Roundup
Elon Musk's X Appears to Be Violating US Sanctions by Selling Premium Accounts to Iranian Leaders
12 Feb 2026, 2:27 pm by David Gilbert
While publicly supporting protesters in Iran, Elon Musk’s X appears to have been selling premium accounts to regime officials. Checkmarks were removed from certain accounts after a WIRED inquiry.
How to Choose the Right TV in 2026 (and a Few We Like)
12 Feb 2026, 2:00 pm by Parker Hall, Ryan Waniata
How many ports do you need? What does 4K UHD even mean? What’s RGB LED? Here’s everything you need to know.
Here’s What It’s Like to Use TurboTax’s Mobile App to File Taxes on Your Own (2026)
12 Feb 2026, 1:38 pm by Molly Higgins
Sigh. Another tax season is upon us. I filed my taxes with TurboTax, exploring its newest features and free or low-cost filing options.
The Best Kindle Accessories (2026): Cases, Page Turners, Stickers
12 Feb 2026, 1:34 pm by Nena Farrell
Looking to better protect your Kindle or add a little personality to your favorite e-reader? From cases and covers to page turners and even charms, this is the guide for you.
Crypto-Funded Human Trafficking Is Exploding
12 Feb 2026, 1:00 pm by Andy Greenberg
The use of cryptocurrency in sales of human beings for prostitution and scam compounds nearly doubled in 2025, according to a conservative estimate. Many of the deals are happening in plain sight.
13 Best MagSafe Power Banks for iPhones (2026), Tested and Reviewed
12 Feb 2026, 12:30 pm by Simon Hill
Keep your iPhone or Qi2 Android phone topped up with one of these WIRED-tested Qi2 or MagSafe portable chargers.
Therabody JetBoots Pro Plus Review: 3-in-1 Recovery Tech
12 Feb 2026, 12:00 pm by Boutayna Chokrane
The JetBoots Pro Plus promise faster, more effective recovery by combining multiple therapies in one device. I tested whether it’s worth the $1,150 splurge.
KYY X90G Quad Portable Monitor Extender Review: 3 More Screens
12 Feb 2026, 11:30 am by Christopher Null
This accessory gives your laptop three extra displays—as long as you’re prepared to lug them around.
Alexa+ and Kindle Scribe Now Work Together With ‘Send to Alexa’
12 Feb 2026, 11:06 am by Nena Farrell
The new “Send to Alexa” feature lets you send Kindle Scribe notebooks to your Echo device with just a couple of taps.
I Tried RentAHuman, Where AI Agents Hired Me to Hype Their AI Startups
12 Feb 2026, 11:00 am by Reece Rogers
Rather than offering a revolutionary new approach to gig work, RentAHuman is filled with bots that just want me to be another cog in the AI hype machine.
Many Adjustable Bed Frames Have a “Zero Gravity” Feature. I Tried It for a Week
12 Feb 2026, 10:35 am by Nicole Kinning
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I decided to try my adjustable bed frame’s “zero gravity” feature for a week. I wouldn’t do it again.
The Fight Over US Climate Rules Is Just Beginning
12 Feb 2026, 10:30 am by Molly Taft
As the EPA moves to roll back the endangerment finding, which allows it to regulate greenhouse gases, experts predict uncertainty for business and a protracted legal fight.
The Best Hearing Aids of 2026, Tested and Reviewed
12 Feb 2026, 10:30 am by Christopher Null
These WIRED-tested devices will help you hear sounds more clearly. Never miss out on a dinner conversation again.
15 Best Bed Frames (2026), Tested in Our Homes
12 Feb 2026, 10:03 am by Louryn Strampe
Looking for the best bed frame? Our top pick is the Classic Bed from Thuma. Explore our other favorites, which include options for all budgets and tastes.
End of today’s Wired roundup.
