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Why these photographers choose this battery brand over others
We asked some photographers to share with us what they look for in the batteries they prefer to use. Here’s what they have to say.
Apple replaced 11 million batteries in 2018 – report
The replacement program is cited by Apple CEO Tim Cook as one of the factors for weak iPhone sales
Paper-based electronics could fold, biodegrade and be basis for next-gen devices
Papertronics can be particularly useful in remote areas with limited resources because they’re powered by bacteria that can inhabit even the most extreme of conditions and break down nearly any material to produce electrons
Why does my phone battery die so fast?
This question has probably crossed the mind of every cellphone user trying to send one last text before the screen blinks off
Singer Chris Brown arrested after Florida concert
Police seize Chris Brown shortly after leaving a concert stage on Thursday night in West Palm Beach. He is booked on a charge of felony battery and released after paying a $2,000 bond, the sheriff's office says.
Google's Android P is using AI to tweak your phone's battery life
Adaptive Battery adjusts the battery usage dependent on how a smartphone owner uses his device and accesses apps at differing times
Apple facing slew of Russian lawsuits over slow iPhones
Apple faces hundreds of lawsuits in Russia, in addition to a US class action and a legal enquiry in France because of the planned obsolescence of its smartphones
Smoking iPhone battery forces evacuation at Zurich store
'A shop assistant sustained minor burns while removing the battery that overheated,' a police statement says, adding that 7 others received medical attention but did not need to be taken to hospital for treatment
Apple bumps up timeline of $29 battery replacement price, now in effect
Apple says the $29 replacement price will be made effective immediately, rather than in late January
Apple admits to slowing iPhones as batteries age
Apple says it's to help older iPhone adapt to new OS features, but admission fuels theories that it's to nudge people to buy newer models
New Samsung battery tech may need only 12 minutes to fully charge
The new tech may also increase average capacities by 45%
Will Samsung Note 7 be refurbished and sold in some regions?
The phones battery will be reduced from 3 500 mAh to a low of 3 000 mAh claims a South Korean local media outlet citing unnamed Samsung sources
Battery experts identify specifics of Samsung Note7 explosions
These findings shed light on what the phone industry should avoid in the future
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Samsung sees further $3B profit hit from Note7 crisis
The electronics giant hopes sales of other flagship models such as the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge will help cushion the impact
Samsung says sold off shares in four tech firms
The news of the sales came as the firm is mired in a major recall of its flagship smartphone over a series of battery explosions
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Samsung to build electric car battery plant in Hungary
The company said it will invest 100 billion forints 325 million euros in the construction of the plant in the small town of God 25 kilometers 15 miles north of the capital Budapest
Why your smartphone battery still sucks – and who's doing what?
A look into future battery solutions that may one day put an end to the power bank and car charger industry
UN agency bans lithium-ion battery cargo on passenger planes
The International Civil Aviation Organization ICAO says the temporary measure will last until it adopts new packaging standards in 2018
US police investigate Chris Brown over alleged battery – media
Chris Brown is in the center of a new police investigation for punching a woman in the face at a party
Cebu Pacific bans hoverboards due to safety concerns
All battery operated personal transportation devices will not be accepted for check in or hand carry starting December 21
Apple's Tim Cook on Smart Battery Case: Not 'the hump'
As Apple s new case triggers a flurry of discussion Tim Cook talks about its purpose and design
Deconstructing SALt’s saltwater lamp
Sustainable Alternative Light s saltwater lamp which received widespread attention in the APEC summit works using a metal air battery as power source
PAL suspends cargo carriage of lithium ion batteries
The suspension of lithium ion battery shipments coincides with the growing number of international carriers banning the shipment of the product
Tesla unveils battery to 'transform energy infrastructure'
The Tesla Powerwall can store power from solar panels from the electricity grid at night when it is typically cheaper and provide a secure backup in the case of a power outage
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A rare celestial event: March 20’s solar eclipse What are the 7 tech shifts happening right now? The underboob selfie riles up Thailand s officials
6 ways to extend smartphone battery life during disasters
Smartphone users should conserve their battery and make good use of their device in times of disasters
Clippers' Griffin faces battery charge in club incident
Blake Griffin is due to be arraigned on December 8 in Las Vegas and faces up to six months in jail and a 1 000 fine
Battery energy storage to help ease looming power crisis
AES Philippines Inc is planning to introduce battery energy storage in the country hopefully soon to help ease the summer 2015 power crisis
Facebook app a major cause of iPhone battery woes
Want to help reduce battery drain on your iPhone? You ll want to turn some Facebook background functions off
Taconing takes next step towards title shot at Elorde Awards
Filipino contender Jonathan Taconing has put the memories of his unlucky first title opportunity behind him and takes the next step towards a second shot on Tuesday night
Charge your MacBook with the HyperJuice battery pack
HyperJuice is an external battery pack that can charge your MacBook Pro as long as you re willing to modify your MagSafe adapter
Statue of Liberty reopens July 4
Some tourists rose at dawn to be among the first to visit Lady Liberty one of America s most recognizable symbols
PCOS battery stolen from Agusan del Norte school
The precinct count optical scan machine runs on battery in case of power outage
BMW recalls 750,000 cars worldwide
The recall affects mainly cars sold mainly in the US as well as Canada Japan and South Africa
New York road tunnels to close because of hurricane threat
Governor Andrew Cuomo said the Holland and Battery tunnels would close because the predicted flood levels from Sandy were really extroadinary
Strong peso stalls expansion plans of battery maker
The appreciation of the peso is causing Philippine Batteries Inc to reconsider its expansion plans
