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Apple Just Raised Its Prices. Here’s How to Find Macs and iPads for Less.

by Caitlin McGarry

Apple is raising prices on Macs and iPads as AI-related component shortages worsen. The iPhone could be next.

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Better Than Store-Bought: The Best Gear for Homemade Popsicles, Slushies, and Ice Cream

by Christine Cyr Clisset, Caira Blackwell, Abigail Keel, and Marilyn Ong

It’s prime time to make ice cream, popsicles, slushies, and more. We break down the gear that’s worth your money…and what to skip.
  • Illustration of a light-blue robot vacuum and its charging dock enclosed within a large, transparent bubble against a solid blue background.

    Are Robot Mops Actually Good?

    by Christine Cyr Clisset, Abigail Keel, and Evan Dent

    The iconic robot vacuum is evolving into a bot that can both vacuum and mop. We cover why they’re changing, and when it’s worth buying one.
  • A monochrome 3D illustration features a light blue shopping cart holding an open laptop. Teh cart is enclosed inside a floating, transparent bubble, all set against a matching light blue background.

    Is This the End of Affordable Tech?

    by Wirecutter Staff

    Prices are soaring for tech essentials like phones and laptops. We explain what’s driving costs up and how to buy (or wait) wisely.
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    Real Dads on the Best Father’s Day Gifts They’ve Ever Received

    by Wirecutter Staff

    Need fresh Father’s Day gift ideas? Let the dads and gift experts at Wirecutter help. Here are the absolute best gifts they’ve given and received.

Home

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A top-down view of a water filter pitcher filled with soapy, bubbly water and colorful clay monsters representing germs, set against a bright green background.

Ask Wirecutter: How Do I Stop Gunk From Growing in My Brita Pitcher?

by Annemarie Conte

All of the mysteries of your elusive filter pitcher are solved, from where to store it to those floating black specks.
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    The Prime Day Cleaning Deals We’re Most Excited About

    by Wirecutter Staff

    Today, we’ve found a whole bunch of great cleaning deals. Including a mop-vacuum combo, essentials worth stocking up on, and our favorite facial cleansers.
  • Three portable power stations sitting next to each other with a smaller one on top of the biggest one.

    The Best Portable Power Station

    by Sarah Witman

    If you’re going off the grid or prepping for an emergency, we’ve found the best backup batteries for every need. Our top pick is the EcoFlow River 2 Pro.

  • Two different vacuums on a rug.

    What’s the Best Vacuum for Carpets?

    by Sabine Heinlein

    To clean carpets and rugs well, you need a vacuum that is equipped for the task. The SEBO Felix Premium and SEBO Airbelt K3 Premium are excellent choices.

Electronics

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  • Four laptops sitting in a square on a purple background.

    The Best Laptops

    by Kimber Streams, Dave Gershgorn, and Haley Perry

    From budget-friendly options to thin-and-light ultrabooks to powerful gaming laptops, we’ve spent hundreds of hours finding the best laptops for most people.
  • An overhead view shows two closed Apple laptops on a blue background. One is silver Apple MacBook Air, and the other is a yellow MacBook Neo, partially tucked into a gray backpack alongside a notebook and a pair of white wired earbuds.

    The Best MacBooks

    by Dave Gershgorn

    Apple’s laptops can be expensive, but the best MacBook for most people isn’t the newest, fanciest one.
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    Which MacBook Should I Buy?

    by Dave Gershgorn

    Can’t decide which of Apple’s laptops is the best for your needs? For most people, the M5 MacBook Air is the one to buy.

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The Best Cheap Mattresses (Under $500)

by Caira Blackwell, Annie Chou, Christina Colizza, and Claire Fitzpatrick

It takes some effort, but you can find a decent, comfortable mattress that won’t break the bank. Here are four we recommend.

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    The Best Mattresses for 2026

    by Joanne Chen, Caira Blackwell, and Elise Czajkowski

    A great night’s sleep starts with your ideal mattress. We’ve tested dozens of mattresses, in a range of prices, to help you find the best fit for you.
  • A photo of someone wearing the Manta Silk Sleep Mask in bed in an illustrated frame.

    The Best Gift I Ever Received Was This Bug-Like Silk Eye Mask

    by Maxine Builder

    The Manta Silk Sleep Mask is like a luxurious blackout curtain for your face.
  • Three bassinets; the Chicco LullaGo Anywhere LE, the Arm’s Reach Clear-Vue, and the Snoo Smart Sleeper; lined up next to each other.

    Our Favorite Bassinets and Bedside Sleepers

    by Caitlin Giddings

    Want a bassinet with storage? A co-sleeper with a drop-down side? Automated rocking? Whatever your needs, here are six models worthy of being baby’s first bed.

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Appliances

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Two different mini fridge interiors side-by-side on a red background. On the left is a smaller, white cube-style fridge, the Magic Chef MCR170, with a tiny freezer flap, holding a head of lettuce and some cans. On the right is the larger blue Frigidaire EFR376 with more robust door storage.

Need a Spot for Your Snacks? Get a Good Mini Fridge.

by Claire Fitzpatrick

Although most mini fridges do the job just fine, the Magic Chef MCR170 stands out for its smartly designed storage and useful features.

Gifts

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Outdoors

Outdoor gear, Apparel, Camping, or see all in Outdoors
An individual smiles while carrying a young child in a blue backpack carrier against a solid green background. The child looks to the side while holding a brown plush toy.

These 3 Hiking Baby Carriers Work for Trekking Mountains or Strolling the City

by Caitlin Giddings and Jenni Gritters

After taking treks of all types — from city rambles to an all-day hike in the Rockies — we found three standout packs to keep parents and kids comfortable and happy.

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Travel

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Two of our picks for best travel carriers for cats and small dogs, the SturdiBag Pro 2.0 and the Sleepypod Air.

The Best Travel Carrier for Cats and Small Dogs

by Mel Plaut

How to keep your animal companion safe in transit in a car or plane.

Health and fitness

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Baby and kid

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You Can Spend Thousands of Dollars on Diapers. But You Don’t Have To.

by Elise Czajkowski

We researched 50 diapers, lab tested 14, and found that Target, Amazon, and Walmart diapers perform as well as those that cost much more.
  • An umbrella stroller with a book and snacks in the seat.

    The Best Umbrella Stroller

    by Elise Czajkowski

    An umbrella stroller should be hassle-free and inexpensive enough to buy as a spare to store at Grandma’s house.

  • Four cans of infant formula.

    The Best Baby Formula

    by Christina Szalinski

    After reading studies, talking to experts, and examining 60-plus baby formulas, we think Kirkland Signature ProCare Non-GMO Infant Formula is the one to try first.
  • Three colorful children's sleeping bags in pink, orange, and dark green are arranged side-by-side with a stuffed bunny and a red stuff sack.

    Our Favorite Kids Sleeping Bag Will Last From Toddler to Tween

    by Kalee Thompson and Laura Motley

    The right sleeping bag will keep a kid warm and comfy, and it will be a longtime companion on camping trips and at sleepovers.

Pets

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Games and hobbies

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A WiiM Pro Plus and a Audioengine B-Fi pictured together with a remote and speakers.

The Best Music Streamer

by Kathryn Rath

The WiiM Pro Plus is the best music streamer because it offers easy setup, reliable performance, and a wide variety of features—all at an affordable price.
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    The Best DNA Testing Kit

    by Brishette Mendoza and Amadou Diallo

    If you’re okay with the privacy risks that accompany a DNA testing service, AncestryDNA is best for exploring your ethnicity or finding contemporary relatives.

  • A close-up of a person's hand as they are about to roll three dice onto a table that has their score sheet and a pen on it.

    4 Great Modern Yahtzee Alternatives, According to a Board Game Expert

    by Keith Law

    Roll-and-write games use simple tools — dice, a scoresheet, and a pencil — to create devilishly competitive and brain-twisting battles. Here are four favorites.

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    The Best Card Games

    by James Austin

    Card games may be the simplest kind of game, but that doesn’t mean they’re lacking fun or innovation. We’ve tested 28 card games to find the best of the best.

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Office

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A home office with organizer baskets full of office supplies.

How to Tame Your Viper’s Nest of Charging Cables

by Sarah Witman

Wirecutter’s powering reporter shares the items she swears by for keeping her cords, cables, and wires organized.
  • Our four picks for best trackball on a green background alongside an apple magic keyboard

    The Best Trackballs

    by Haley Perry

    For many people, including those with repetitive-stress or mobility issues, a trackball is a better, more accessible option than a mouse.

  • The Secret Titan Evo and the Mavix M9 gaming chair with two game controllers on display in front of a beige background.

    The Best Gaming Chair

    by Haley Perry

    Gaming chairs can be cheap and uncomfortable. The Secretlab Titan Evo lets you play for hours without getting sore.

  • A collection of instant photo printers, with their photos, that we tested to find the best ones.

    The Best Instant Photo Printer

    by Phil Ryan

    Our pick for the best instant photo printer is simple to use, and it’s light and small enough to carry. It uses easy-to-find, affordable film, too.

Money

Deals and sales, Knowing when to buy, Managing your money, or see all in Money
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The 80+ Best Prime Day Deals We've Found (And Counting)

by Nathan Burrow and The Wirecutter Deals Team

Behold, all the best Wirecutter-approved deals this Prime Day, including vacuums, mattresses and more.