what What Crocs on Treadmills Can Teach Us About Dinosaurs By www.wired.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000 What crocs on treadmills can teach us about dinosaurs. Full Article
what Angry Nerd - What Roland Emmerich Can Learn From Superman II By www.wired.com Published On :: Wed, 22 May 2013 14:00:00 +0000 Want to know how a real pro steals our nation's seat of power? Roland Emmerich, allow us to introduce you to General Zod. Full Article
what Game|Life - Jonathan Blow on What to Expect from His New Game The Witness By www.wired.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Jun 2013 14:00:00 +0000 Jonathan Blow, creator of Braid, tells Chris Kohler and Peter Rubin what to expect from his new 3D exploration/puzzle game The Witness. SPACE INVADERS FOOTAGE (C) TAITO CORPORATION 1978 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Full Article
what What's Inside - Coffee By www.wired.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Jun 2013 10:30:00 +0000 Coffee is the lifeblood of most of our mornings, but do you know what’s actually inside that cup of coffee you’re drinking each day? You’d be surprised. Full Article
what What's Inside - Play-Doh By www.wired.com Published On :: Fri, 02 Aug 2013 10:30:00 +0000 Learn the magic formula inside that classic yellow tub. Hint: there’s more to it than flour and water. Full Article
what What's Inside - Strike-Anywhere Matches By www.wired.com Published On :: Tue, 06 Aug 2013 10:30:00 +0000 We break down the science of strike-anywhere matches to see what makes sparks fly. Full Article
what Angry Nerd - What the Bleep is Bumblebee? Indecisive Autobot Keeps Switching his Vehicular Form By www.wired.com Published On :: Thu, 10 Oct 2013 10:30:00 +0000 The Transformer known as Bumblebee keeps changing his alternative automobile form, and Chris Baker is issuing a moving violation. Is the Autobot a VW Bug? Or a mustang? A station wagon? A Zamboni?! Stop the madness! Full Article
what What's Inside - Teeth Whitening Strips By www.wired.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Nov 2013 11:30:00 +0000 They’re tiny, sticky pieces that pack a big punch. From hydrogen peroxide to sodium hydroxide, find out which ingredients make up teeth whitening strips, and how they work together to transform coffee- and tartar-stained teeth into pearly whites. Full Article
what What's Inside - Red Wine By www.wired.com Published On :: Fri, 14 Mar 2014 10:30:00 +0000 Oenophiles wax poetic about the look, feel, smell, and taste of red wine. But what’s actually inside the drink? Dozens of complicated molecules from the grape’s juice, seeds, and skin. Oh, and alcohol. Full Article
what What's Inside - Nair Hair Removal By www.wired.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Mar 2014 14:00:00 +0000 You know it’s for “short shorts,” but what are the chemical compounds that actually make up the no-shave follicle-removing cream? A handful of skin repair agents and hair removal ingredients intended to leave skin soft and silky smooth. Full Article
what What's Inside - Tear Gas By www.wired.com Published On :: Fri, 04 Apr 2014 10:30:00 +0000 It was a weapon of choice in the first World War, and these days, law enforcement uses a less potent recipe of tear gas to pacify a room or control a crowd. Discover what’s inside the sensory-attacking irritant that can be deadly if used at high concentrations. Full Article
what What's Inside - Inkjet Cartridges By www.wired.com Published On :: Fri, 25 Apr 2014 10:30:00 +0000 Inkjet cartridges are comprised of 95 percent water, but what’s inside the other 5 percent? We break apart the compact containers to find out what’s inside the mostly liquid assets. Full Article
what What's Inside - Vodka By www.wired.com Published On :: Thu, 15 May 2014 04:00:00 +0000 It’s the preferred poison of Russians, dieters, and college freshmen, but what’s actually inside the fire water? It's rarely potatoes, actually. At its purest, it's mostly ethanol that has been distilled from wheat, rye, or corn and diluted with water. Find out what else is inside the clear spirit. Full Article
what What Remains - The 9/11 Museum By www.wired.com Published On :: Fri, 16 May 2014 10:30:00 +0000 Creating a memorial from the ruins of 2,983 lives: that's the difficult task faced by the creators of the 9/11 Museum. On the eve of its opening, we speak with director Alice Greenwald and designer Jake Barton about how to commemorate a tragic experience without recreating it. Music: "Sun Will Set" written performed by Zoe Keating From the album - One Cello x 16: Natoma (c) 2005 020202 Music (ASCAP). All rights reserved Full Article
what What's Inside - Hybrid Engines By www.wired.com Published On :: Fri, 30 May 2014 04:00:00 +0000 Starting a hybrid car is as easy as pushing a button, but what’s really beneath the hood? For starters, a 100-lb rechargeable battery pack containing smaller nickel-metal hydride and lithium-ion batteries, similar to those in your cell phone. Full Article
what What's Inside - Slim Jim By www.wired.com Published On :: Fri, 06 Jun 2014 04:00:00 +0000 It’s four inches of spicy, salted, processed meat, but is there actually beef inside the tiny stick? Well, that depends on your definition of meat. Full Article
what WIRED Live - What’s a Robot in 2014? Rodney Brooks and Andrew McAfee Debate By www.wired.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Jun 2014 10:30:00 +0000 What is a robot in 2014? Founder, chairman, and CTO of Rethink Robotics Rodney Brooks and co-author of The Second Machine Age, Andrew McAfee, sit down to discuss the past, present, and future of robotics. Full Article
what What's Inside - Red Bull By www.wired.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Jun 2014 10:30:00 +0000 The energy drink purports to "give you wings," and it has a close, personal relationship with vodka. But it isn't the sugar that amps you up—it's good, old-fashioned caffeine. Full Article
what What's Inside - Tap Water By www.wired.com Published On :: Fri, 11 Jul 2014 04:00:00 +0000 You can't see it, but there's a lot going on inside a glass of tap water. The faucet aqua is essentially an invisible cocktail of sulfates, resins, varying levels of lead, and so much more. Find out what else is inside. Full Article
what How to Make a Giant Creature - Find Out What it Takes to Sculpt a Giant Dragon-Inspired Character Head By www.wired.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Jul 2014 10:30:00 +0000 Now that the prototype is built, it's time to start constructing the full-scale pieces of the giant creature. In this episode, watch the dragon-like head come to life through an advanced sculpting process, after which it's refined, detailed, and painted for a realistic look. Full Article
what What's Inside - Trojan Tingly Warmth Lubricant By www.wired.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Aug 2014 10:30:00 +0000 What do sex dolls, caulking, and lotion have in common? They all contain active ingredients also found in Trojan's Tingly Warmth Lubricant. Find out what else is inside the slick sex aid. Full Article
what Angry Nerd - What Makes "Doctor Who" Great Are the Sidekicks, Not the Time Lord By www.wired.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Aug 2014 10:30:00 +0000 Scripts for upcoming episodes of Doctor Who have leaked online, but should you read them before they air? It doesn't matter! The scripts aren't the secret to the Doctor's longevity. It's the companions that make or break any given episode, arc, or season, and Angry Nerd can prove it. Full Article
what How to Make a Giant Creature - What's Under the Hood of an Otherworldly Giant Creature? By www.wired.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Aug 2014 10:30:00 +0000 How do you make a 2,000-pound creature move with fluidity and ease? Find out, as we break down the animatronics and mechanics that control the mobility of the giant beast, including nostril flares, mouth movements, and more. Full Article
what What's Inside - Diaper Cream By www.wired.com Published On :: Thu, 11 Sep 2014 10:30:00 +0000 Hell hath no fury like a baby's bowel movements. Find out what anti-bacterial and moisturizing agents are in triple-paste diaper cream, helping to keep bums healthy and clean-ish. Full Article
what What's Inside - Golf Balls By www.wired.com Published On :: Tue, 30 Sep 2014 10:30:00 +0000 Anyone who’s played a round knows that golf isn’t a science, but that’s not the case when it comes to golf balls. The compact, dimpled balls have come along way from goose feathers wrapped in leather—find out what’s inside golf balls. Full Article
what What's Inside - Glow Sticks By www.wired.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Oct 2014 10:30:00 +0000 You can find them on Halloween, at raves, and in the military, but how do the compact, plastic tubes of neon light actually work? Full Article
what WIRED by Design - What a Sex Toy Start-Up Taught Ethan Imboden About Design By www.wired.com Published On :: Thu, 06 Nov 2014 17:30:00 +0000 Designer Ethan Imboden at WIRED by Design, 2014. In partnership with Skywalker Sound, Marin County, CA. To learn more visit: live.wired.com Full Article
what WIRED by Design - What Power Plant Software Can Learn From Consumer Apps Like iTunes By www.wired.com Published On :: Fri, 07 Nov 2014 11:30:00 +0000 Greg Petroff at WIRED by Design, 2014. In partnership with Skywalker Sound, Marin County, CA. To learn more visit: live.wired.com Full Article
what What's Inside - Kiwi Shoe Polish By www.wired.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Nov 2014 11:30:00 +0000 It contains flammable agents and edible wax, but no kiwis are actually harmed in the making of this shoe polish. Find out what’s inside the shoe care product that’ll keep your wingtips in top form. Full Article
what Battle Damage - Season 2 Requests! What Do YOU Want to See Get Smashed? By www.wired.com Published On :: Fri, 19 Dec 2014 16:26:27 +0000 Justin and Erik ask fans for their picks on upcoming items to smash. Full Article
what What's Inside - Instant Hot Chocolate By www.wired.com Published On :: Fri, 06 Feb 2015 11:30:00 +0000 All you notice is the sweet chocolatey taste, but what ingredients are you really consuming when you sip on a mug of instant hot chocolate? Full Article
what Out of Office with Brent Rose - What $500 Can Get You on Magic (Silicon Valley’s Newest Texting-Based Delivery Service) By www.wired.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Mar 2015 21:00:00 +0000 We gave tech writer Brent Rose $500 to stress-test Silicon Valley’s overnight sensation, Magic. From meatballs to medicinal cannabis to Mexican wrestling, see what unfolds when he pushes the new text message-based delivery service. Full Article
what What's Inside - Kitty Chow By www.wired.com Published On :: Wed, 04 Mar 2015 11:30:00 +0000 It keeps your cats healthy and happy, but what’s really inside cat food? From soy flour to sulfates to ground-up meat byproducts it’s nothing but the cat’s meow for the little carnivores. Full Article
what What's Inside - Jell-O By www.wired.com Published On :: Thu, 12 Mar 2015 10:30:00 +0000 It’s as American as apple pie and twice as wobbly, but what’s really inside Jell-O? Aside from collagen, the translucent gelatin sweet treat features collagen, sugar, artificial flavoring, and, oh yeah, chopped-up pig and cow hides soaked in acid. Full Article
what WIRED Business Conference - Instagram Wants to Make It Easier for You to Find What You Want By www.wired.com Published On :: Fri, 15 May 2015 17:20:00 +0000 Instagram wants to make it easier for users to find what they want. Mike Krieger acknowledged that the discovery opportunities for finding new stuff on Instagram is still somewhat limited, but they're developing their search functionality (and explore tab) with Facebook to help users. Full Article
what What's Inside - Sriracha By www.wired.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Jun 2015 13:00:00 +0000 There’s a reason Sriracha is more popular than its fiery competitors. Featuring a mix of red jalapeño chile peppers, flavor profiles that ignite all five senses, and vinegar for an extended shelf-life, we break down the ingredients that make up the rooster sauce. Full Article
what What's Inside - Fireworks By www.wired.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Jun 2015 13:00:00 +0000 Fireworks are as synonymous with the Fourth of July as hot dogs and barbecues, but what makes the decorative flashes of light burn so bright? A mix of charcoal, potassium nitrate, and sulfur, among many other ingredients. Full Article
what Anki Overdrive is What You Always Wished Your Hot Wheels Could Be By www.wired.com Published On :: Sat, 26 Sep 2015 10:15:00 +0000 Anki Overdrive combines the nostaligic toy race car fun of Hot Wheels with the smartphone control and artificial intelligence of Sphero. It's fun, really fun, but not without a few wrong turns. Full Article
what Ridley Scott Explains What He’d Change in “The Martian” Based on NASA’s New Discovery By www.wired.com Published On :: Tue, 06 Oct 2015 13:00:00 +0000 “The Martian” director Ridley Scott explains how NASA’s latest discovery on Mars would have affected the film’s plot and why he has zero interest in traveling to the far-off planet himself. Full Article
what What It's Like to Pull 4 G's in a Stunt Jet By www.wired.com Published On :: Tue, 20 Oct 2015 13:00:00 +0000 Hitching a ride with the pilots of the Breitling Jet Team made me feel like chewed gum being slowly, ruthlessly pulled apart. I want to do it again. Full Article
what Star Wars The Force Awakens | What We Know Now By www.wired.com Published On :: Sat, 24 Oct 2015 13:00:00 +0000 The world was treated to the newest Star Wars The Force Awakens trailer on Monday. WIRED senior editor Peter Rubin breaks down what we know and don't know about the new film. Full Article
what Think Like a Tree - What Termites Can Teach Architects About Skyscraper Design By www.wired.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Nov 2015 17:00:00 +0000 Sure, they’re pesky critters but termites can teach architects a thing or two when it comes building design. When creating giant mounds the insects build channels within them to help with ventilation. See how architects are attempting to replicate that process to create better heating and air conditioning systems in giant skyscrapers. Full Article
what What's Inside - What’s Inside a Flu Shot? By www.wired.com Published On :: Tue, 17 Nov 2015 10:00:00 +0000 Each year the World Health Organization determines which of the thousands of influenza variants are most likely to circulate. Flu vaccines then use these variants at the starting point when developing the annual flu shot. Find out what’s inside the influenza-warding shot. Full Article
what Think Like a Tree - What Can a Humpback Whale Teach a Wind Turbine? By www.wired.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Nov 2015 14:00:00 +0000 One’s in the water and one’s in the air, but they share one thing in common: both are trying to reduce drag along their surfaces. Find out why scientists are studying humpback whales as they look to create more efficient wind turbines. Full Article
what This is What It’s Like to Race a Drone at Full-Throttle By www.wired.com Published On :: Tue, 09 Feb 2016 11:00:00 +0000 If you’re not crashing, you’re not flying. At least that’s the idea behind the Drone Racing League—a relatively new organization where drone pilots compete by racing high-performance aircrafts through tight and intricate courses. Find out what it’s like to fly one of the technically advanced drones from the pilots who are paving the way. Full Article
what 5-Year-Olds Ask an Astronaut What It’s Like to Be in Outer Space By www.wired.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Mar 2016 11:00:00 +0000 Why don’t space shuttles float away? How do you know when to go to sleep? Astronaut Kjell Lindgren answers questions about life in space from a few intrepid kindergartners. Full Article
what 'Silicon Valley' Cast Explains What Real Startups Do (NSFW) By www.wired.com Published On :: Wed, 23 Mar 2016 11:00:00 +0000 Mozido? Nutanix? We gave the Silicon Valley cast the names of real startups and asked them to guess what they do. This is NSFW, so put those headphones on. Full Article
what Forget Apple vs. the FBI: WhatsApp Just Switched on Encryption for a Billion People By www.wired.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Apr 2016 15:00:00 +0000 WhatsApp just made the scope of the Apple-FBI encryption battle look kinda small. WIRED's senior staff writer, Cade Metz, breaks down exactly why this is a big deal. Full Article
what Exclusive Footage of What It’s Like to See Through Magic Leap By www.wired.com Published On :: Tue, 19 Apr 2016 10:00:00 +0000 An exclusive WIRED clip of what daily computing with Magic Leap technology could be like. Recorded directly through Magic Leap technology. Full Article
what What the AI Behind AlphaGo Teaches Us About Humanity By www.wired.com Published On :: Tue, 17 May 2016 10:00:00 +0000 When Google's AI beat the world's Go champion 4-1, it stirred a certain sadness in many people. But the reality is the technologies at the heart of AlphaGo are the future. So it's a time to be excited not scared. Full Article