Alan Henry
Service Editor
Alan Henry is the service editor at WIRED in New York City. He was previously Smarter Living editor at The New York Times and editor in chief of Lifehacker. He has written and edited stories about productivity and technology for over a decade.
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Now You Can Blast a Great Gjallarhorn in Destiny 2 and IRL
WIRED spoke to the team at Bungie about bringing the iconic rocket launcher back to the franchise—partnering with Nerf to make one you can hold.
Behind the Art and Atmosphere of Destiny
The game's art team reveals the "80 percent beautiful, but mysterious" ethos that has guided the franchise's evolution.
Help! How Do I Make Work Friends When Everyone's Remote?
Guest columnist Alan Henry offers advice for putting yourself out there online.
Watch Us Roam Virtual Deep Seas With Real Oceanographers
WIRED will be playing Subnautica: Below Zero and talking about ocean—and space—exploration with scientists from NOAA and Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute.
How to Start Streaming on Twitch
You don't need a ton of equipment to stream your own gaming sessions, or to meet more people who play the games you love.
How to Stay Productive When the World Is on Fire
It feels impossible to get anything done right now. Here's how to keep your head above water—without falling into the busy trap.
How to Mute Yourself in Zoom Meetings (Please, Please Do It)
One checkbox is all it takes to make everyone's life–including yours–easier.
How to Build the Perfect Pump-Up Playlist
Research shows that music makes a lot of us feel more inspired and productive. Here are some tips on finding your flow—and some tracks to get you started.
Everything You Need to Know Before Buying a Gaming PC
Prebuilt gaming computers are more affordable and more powerful than ever. Before you shell out for one, here's some advice.
Now's The Perfect Time to Start Using a Password Manager
Time has no meaning, and we're all stuck in front of screens. You may as well secure your life while you're always online.