Louryn Strampe
Writer and Reviewer
Louryn Strampe is a product writer and reviewer at WIRED covering a little bit of everything. She especially loves discounts, video games … and discounted video games. She previously wrote for Future PLC and Rakuten. She currently resides in northern Illinois with two fluffy cats.
The Best After-Christmas Sales to Burn That Holiday Cash
Make the most of those gift cards with these great discounts.
Super Last-Minute Gift Ideas—and Excuses—for Procrastinators
If your Christmas tree is missing a present, these gifts will keep you on the nice list.
24 Gifts We Love From BIPOC-Owned Businesses
One of the easiest ways to support communities of color is to shop from entrepreneurs of color.
The Best Loungewear for Working From Home in Comfort
Fill your closet with these comfy hoodies, T-shirts, and sweatpants.
19 Gift Ideas for People Working From Home
Upgrade your loved one’s home office with these picks that make every day a little easier—and a little more fun.
The Best Mobile Controllers for Gaming on the Go
Touchscreens just don't suit some games. Try one of these WIRED-tested smartphone controllers for your iPhone or Android instead.
12 Cyber Monday Deals the WIRED Gear Team Snapped Up
From hoodies to vacuums, we did some shopping of our own. (We are gearheads, after all.)
The 61 Best Cyber Monday Deals for $50 or Less
Treat yourself or someone else to WIRED-recommended deals that won't break the bank.
46 Best Cyber Monday Deals on Smart Home Gear and Furniture
Revamp an office or refresh a living room with discounted security cameras, smart displays, and more.
All of Our Favorite Couches are on Sale for Cyber Monday
They're comfy, cheaper than usual, and will ship right to your door.
The 56 Best Black Friday Deals for $50 or Less
Treat yourself or someone else to WIRED-recommended deals that won't break the bank.
43 Best Black Friday Deals on Smart Home Gear and Furniture
Revamp an office or refresh a living room with discounted security cameras, smart displays, and more.
All of Our Favorite Couches are on Sale for Black Friday
They're comfy, cheaper than usual, and will ship right to your door.
The 43 Best Early Black Friday Deals You Can Snag Now
Beat the holiday rush with truly good discounts on our favorite WIRED-Recommended gear.
The Best Vibrators and Sex Toys for Every Body
These are our favorite gender-inclusive adult devices to give you and your partner(s) a helping hand.
These Are the Gifts Teens Actually Want
Teenagers can be scary, but these adolescent-approved gifts are sweet.
Black Friday Will Be Confusing (Again). Here Are Our Tips
The biggest sale day of the year has crept into an entire month of sales that ebb and flow. Here's how to make the most of it.
The Best Instant Cameras for Every Situation (and Budget)
Despite nearly dying off a decade ago, instant photo printing has come roaring back.
Give Me My Hot Pink iPhone Already
I'm tired of minimalism and bland beige tones. Bring on the bright, bold, and weird.
Want a Better PC? Try Building Your Own
Assembling a computer yourself is a good way to learn about how it works.