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
Google offers free repairs or payouts for Pixel 7a devices with battery issues
The program offers eligible users a free battery replacement or the option to return their phones, depending on region and warranty status. In the US, Google provides mail-in and walk-in repairs. Where repairs aren't available, in-warranty users can receive $456, while out-of-warranty users can choose a $200 payment or a $300 Google Store discount. Signs of battery swelling include device bulging, back cover separation, and rapid battery drain.
CATL's new battery tech promises 800-km range and five-minute charging
The battery tech means to outpace Tesla, BYD, and the rest of the pack
Forward-looking: CATL has announced a series of breakthroughs that could reshape the EV industry, promising batteries that are cheaper, lighter, faster to recharge, and more resilient in extreme temperatures, all while extending driving range. The company, which supplies a third of the world's EV batteries to major automakers including GM and Tesla's Shanghai plant, unveiled these just ahead of the Shanghai Auto Show.
Survey reveals most people panic when their phone battery drops to 38%
Older generations are more lax regarding battery life
Google's new battery tech will lower capacity over time, whether you like it or not
It might actually boost longevity, though