A supervolcano caldera in the US could host the world's largest lithium deposit to date
A potential boon for the tech industry, a contentious issue for people living nearby
New nanotech generator could replace batteries in tiny devices
Forward-looking: A European research team involving scientists from DESY and Hamburg University of Technology have unveiled a newly demonstrated triboelectric nanogenerator that produces electricity by pushing water in and out of nanoporous silicon. Their work marks a significant step toward battery-free power for sensors and other low-power devices.
Tesla is quietly trying to build US cars with zero China-made parts
Its accelerating its supply chain shift to Mexico and Southeast Asia as tariffs and chip disputes bite
OnePlus 15 launches with a massive 7,300 mAh battery
The OnePlus 15 has debuted to strong first reviews, driven largely by the big battery that offers reliable two-day endurance. The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (what a name) delivers flagship performance, too, but reviewers note that the cameras are a downgrade compared to last year's model.
Google Play will soon penalize Android apps that use too much battery
The excessive partial wake locks metric is out of beta and available to all developers
The great EV markdown is here: resale prices plunge, squeezing fleets and early adopters
Batteries were the selling point – now they're the liability
In context: Industry analysts expect 2026 to mark a year of recalibration for the electric vehicle market as both supply and demand adjust. For now, however, it remains in flux – its promise of cleaner transportation tempered by the hard economics of depreciation.
Container-sized batteries are powering the next global energy revolution
Tesla and BYD are competing to redefine grid-scale energy storage
Toyota targets 2027 launch for first EV with all-solid-state battery technology
Part of Japan's push to build a self-sustaining advanced battery supply chain
Scientists at Microsoft, IBM, and others are turning to AI to discover the next generation of battery tech
New battery material that could cut lithium use dramatically
Looking ahead: Recent advancements in scientific discovery methodologies are using AI and emerging quantum technologies to compress decades of materials research into months or weeks. While these technologies are still evolving, their early successes in battery development suggest a future where sustainable, high-performance energy storage could become more accessible and environmentally responsible.
Energizer's long-lasting laptop offers marathon power, but no air travel allowed
Massive 192 Wh battery exceeds FAA guidelines
Anker issues recall for 481,000 power banks over fire hazard
In brief: Anker's terrible, horrible, no good, very bad 2025 continues. The Chinese electronics maker recently issued yet another power bank recall due to overheating concerns, which pose burn and fire hazards to consumers.
Reviewers put iPhone Air's "all-day battery life" claim to the test
The thinnest iPhone has a tiny 3,149 mAh battery
Panasonic accelerates work on anode-free batteries for longer-range EVs
Panasonic is pursuing battery innovation as competition intensifies
Solar panels on cars could soon power daily commutes
Integration challenges and added costs could initially limit adoption
Modder adds over an hour of Switch 2 runtime by dropping in a bigger battery pack
Kiss your warranty goodbye
New electric car battery could last 600,000 miles and recharge in minutes
No more concerns about long-term battery life
Scientists create solar cells that generate energy from indoor light at record efficiency
Advances in perovskite technology are moving sensors and everyday gadgets closer to operating without batteries
Ford unveils $30,000 electric pickup and new platform to counter Chinese EVs
"I can't tell you with 100% certainty that this will all go right... This is a risk"
Another Pixel 6a catches fire, despite Google's battery restrictions
Is Google using low-quality components for the entire Pixel line?
This data center in Nevada runs on solar power and reused EV batteries in groundbreaking project
With 12 megawatts of power, this microgrid is the largest of its kind in North America
A solid-state battery breakthrough may be taking shape in Maryland
Ion Storage Systems appears to be on the cusp of a battery transformation
Forward-looking: In a quiet corner of Beltsville, Maryland, a new chapter in battery technology is unfolding. Ion Storage Systems, a company that began as a university research project, has emerged as a leading contender in the race to commercialize solid-state batteries – a technology long promised but rarely delivered at scale.
Anker recalls over a million power banks after reports of fires
Affected customers are advised to stop using the product and contact Anker for a free replacement
New GM EV battery tech promises extended range and lower production costs by 2028
GM hopes to gain the upperhand in the electric truck market with "game-changing" manganese battery cells
Apple will use AI and user data in iOS 19 to extend iPhone battery life
Apple will showcase iOS 19 at WWDC next month, biggest UI redesign since iOS 7
Used EV batteries could power vehicles, houses or even towns – if their manufacturers share vital data
EV batteries are made of hundreds of smaller cells