WIRED recently published a range of guides and deal roundups, covering everything from professional travel to seasonal shopping. This includes city-specific guides for business travelers, gear reviews, and quirky product recommendations.
Business Travel Guides
WIRED has released updated guides for business trips to several major cities:
- Austin : Focused on work-life balance with recommendations for staying productive and enjoying the city.
- Dumbo (New York) : Highlights tech-friendly accommodations, dining, and workspaces in Brooklyn’s booming tech district.
- San Francisco : Offers insights into where to stay, work, and play in the heart of Silicon Valley.
- Twin Cities (Minneapolis/St. Paul) : Provides a guide for business travelers needing a balance of work and leisure.
- Portland : Suggests optimal locations for productivity and downtime during business trips.
- Seattle : Gives tech-industry insights into where to stay, eat, work, and play in the Emerald City.
These guides are tailored for professionals seeking efficient and enjoyable business travel experiences. The emphasis on balancing work with leisure reflects a growing trend of prioritizing well-being while on the road.
Product Deals and News
The week also saw notable product announcements and deals:
- Anker Power Bank (2025) : A Black Friday deal on a high-quality power bank for extended device use.
- Outdoor Gear : Discounts on essential camping equipment like tents, packs, sleeping bags, and merino wool clothing.
- Withings Pee Scanner : A new health tech product aimed at urine analysis for health monitoring.
- Samsung Trifold Phone : Upcoming release of a foldable smartphone with unique design features.
- Honda and BYD Kei Cars : New compact car models from major automakers.
- Insta360 360 Camera : A more affordable 360-degree camera option for content creators.
- Nothing Phone (No US Release) : Latest smartphone model unavailable in the US market.
- OnePlus 15 Launch Date : Confirmed release timeline for OnePlus’ next flagship phone.
Lifestyle and Quirky Picks
WIRED also featured a unique lifestyle piece:
- Pet Weight Loss : Experts advise on strategies to help overweight pets shed pounds, addressing a widespread issue among domestic animals.
- Animatronic Lawn Skeletons : A humorous endorsement of large, moving Halloween decorations, tapping into a niche consumer interest.
The combination of practical business guides, tech news, and quirky lifestyle content reinforces WIRED’s approach to covering diverse consumer interests.
This mix of serious utility and playful recommendations solidifies WIRED’s position as a go-to source for modern trends and product insights.
