Silicon-carbon batteries have made it possible for recent smartphones to launch with huge batteries, but many have been wondering why the tech hasn’t made its way to more smartphones, such as Samsung’s Galaxy lineup, Google Pixel devices, the iPhone, and others, and there are two key reasons for this. The advantage of silicon-carbon batteries comes in energy density. This updated …
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Pixel 6a owners were forced to install a new update earlier this month that, for some, will have a considerable impact on battery life. Things seem to be going a bit better than expected, but Pixel 6a owners are indeed feeling the effects. Google started rolling out this new Pixel 6a update on July 8, with the update set to …
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There’s nothing more frustrating than watching your iPhone’s battery drain before your eyes — but there’s one simple trick that can help your cell stay powered for far longer than you think. Thanks to a little-known software update released six years ago, all you have to do is place your phone face down when you’re not using it. That’s it …
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Windows 11 will periodically enable energy saver mode while you work to increase battery life — even when your battery isn’t low Windows Central Microsoft has a new trick to improve laptop battery life on Windows The Verge Microsoft introduces fresh Windows 11 update to help laptops last longer on battery Mint Microsoft tests new Windows tech to lengthen laptop battery life PCWorld How …
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According to a new report, Google’s Pixel Watch 4 will get a bigger battery and even faster charging, despite offering a similar overall package. To date, we’ve not heard a ton about the Pixel Watch 4 series. Renders surfaced back in April with the same design as the existing Pixel Watch 3, though a different charging setup than the existing …
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General Motors has just announced its latest and likely final piece in what now appears to be a three-pronged cell-chemistry strategy to power GM’s lineup of a dozen EVs through the end of the decade and beyond. GM has stated today it will build low-cost lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery cells in Spring Hill, Tennessee, starting in late 2027. Conversion …
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Panasonic opened its second battery plant in the U.S. on Monday. It’s located in De Soto, Kansas. Tesla is Panasonic’s largest customer, and local production will help protect the batteries from tariffs and global trade tensions. The 2170 cylindrical cells made in De Soto will have more energy capacity, the company claims. Tesla battery supplier Panasonic Energy on Monday inaugurated …
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According to a new report, Google’s Pixel 10 Pro Fold will pack a handful of key spec changes, including a bigger battery. On the surface level, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold sounds as though it’s going to be very similar to the existing Pixel 9 Pro Fold. The same general size, the same thickness, with the main potential upgrade being …
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Microsoft has started testing a new feature in Windows 11 that will improve laptop battery life. A new adaptive energy saver mode will soon automatically enable or disable the main energy saver mode, based on your laptop’s workload rather than just its amount of battery life left. The energy saver mode in Windows 11 typically dims a display brightness by …
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IN A NUTSHELL 🔋 Chinese researchers have developed a predictive model that accurately forecasts lithium metal anode failures. 🔍 The model uses electrochemical fingerprints from initial battery cycles to identify potential failure mechanisms. ⏱️ Machine learning algorithms enable this model to reduce testing time and resources, enhancing efficiency in battery development. 🔧 This breakthrough supports the design of more robust …
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