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technology23 days ago•98 min saved

Oppo Find X9 Ultra’s silicon-carbon battery outlasts iPhone 17 Pro Max in head-to-head test

In a side-by-side test, the Oppo Find X9 Ultra with a 7,050mAh silicon-carbon battery and up to 100W charging outlasts the iPhone 17 Pro Max, which has a roughly 4.8–5.1k mAh capacity, in real-world battery life and charging speed. Over three hours of 1080p YouTube playback, the iPhone stayed at 90% while the Find X9 Ultra finished at 94%; in charging tests, the iPhone reached 64% in 30 minutes (35% at 15 minutes) versus 74% in 30 minutes for the Oppo (44% at 15 minutes). The article suggests silicon-carbon tech is pushing ahead and could push Apple/Samsung to adapt, while noting Oppo’s larger battery and faster charge give it a tangible edge today.

via Tom's Guide|

#battery-life #fast-charging #iphone-17-pro-max

technology29 days ago•12 min saved

OnePlus unveils 120W dual-port and 100W GaN chargers with Ace 6 Ultra

At its China Ace 6 Ultra launch, OnePlus announced two GaN chargers: a 100W single-port adapter and a 120W dual-port charger (up to 125W total with both ports). Both support multiple protocols (PD, PPS, QC 3.0, UFCS). Prices are CNY 229 (~$33) for the 100W and CNY 269 (~$39) for the 120W, with the dual-port model sharing a design similar to Oppo’s recent GaN charger.

via Notebookcheck|

#ace-6-ultra #chargers #fast-charging

technology1 month ago•5 min saved

Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 Brings 5G, AI, and Faster Charging to Samsung’s Wearables

Samsung plans to unveil the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 alongside the Galaxy Watch 9, featuring a Snapdragon Wear Elite chipset with 30% better battery efficiency, on-device AI, improved graphics, longer battery life, and faster charging (rumored 50% in 10 minutes). It also adds 5G connectivity, upgraded health sensors, and a brighter display (rumored up to 4,000 nits) in a design that preserves the Ultra line’s look; launch is expected in London in late June or early July.

via Geeky Gadgets|

#5g #fast-charging #galaxy-watch-ultra-2

automotive1 month ago•4 min saved

Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric Arrives With Three Trims and Rapid Charging

Porsche expands its Cayenne Electric lineup with the Cayenne Coupe Electric, offering base, S, and Turbo trims in a sleeker coupe-like body. It uses a 113‑kWh pack with 800‑volt architecture and 400 kW charging, delivering 10–80% in under 16 minutes. The coupe features a lower roofline, improved aerodynamics (0.23 Cd), a large adaptive spoiler, and available Lightweight Sport Package, with similar interior to the regular model but less cargo space. Power ranges from 435 hp in the base to 657 hp (S) and 1,139 hp (Turbo); 0–60 mph times run 4.5s, 3.6s, and 2.4s respectively, with top speeds up to 162 mph. Prices start at $116,150 (base), $133,550 (S), and $170,350 (Turbo), and deliveries begin late this summer. Porsche notes the Coupe accounted for about 40% of Cayenne US sales last year.

via Jalopnik|

#automotive #cayenne-coupe-electric #electric-vehicle

technology1 month ago•7 min saved

Hyundai Ioniq 3 Debuts as an Aero-Driven 300‑Mile City EV

Hyundai unveiled the Ioniq 3, a compact urban EV designed as an Aero Hatch with a 0.263 drag coefficient, offering 214 miles (Standard Range) or 308 miles (Long Range) WLTP on its 400-volt E-GMP platform. It uses a 107.8 kW motor (about 147 PS), reaches 106 mph, and can charge from 10–80% in about 29 minutes on DC fast charging (AC up to 22 kW). Inside, Pleos Connect based on Android Automotive drives a 12.9–14.6-inch infotainment setup, with ample cabin space, Megabox storage, V2L, and standard driver-assist features. Europe sales start in September at around £25,000; production is in Turkey, with no confirmed US launch yet. It competes with VW ID.3, Kia EV2/EV3, Volvo EX30, and BYD Dolphin, amid BYD Blade 2.0 charging advances that could influence charging times and networks.

via WIRED|

#aero-hatch #android-automotive #electric-vehicle

technology1 month ago•2 min saved

Anker Nano 45W Display Charger Drops to $27.99 in Amazon Spring Sale

The Anker Nano 45W Smart Display Charger is on sale for $27.99 at Amazon (down from $39.99), a 30% discount and the lowest price to date. It delivers 45W fast charging with auto-adjustment, a display to switch charging modes, and a rotatable design. Despite its compact size, it's about 47% smaller and 36% lighter than Anker's 30W charger, and it works with iPhone 15, 16, and 17 models as well as select iPads, making it a strong deal during Amazon's Big Spring Sale.

via Mashable|

#45w #amazon-big-spring-sale #anker

technology2 months ago•5 min saved

Samsung’s Z Fold 8 Wide Aims for Bigger Batteries and Faster Charging

Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Wide are rumored to pack larger batteries (5,000mAh and 4,900mAh), faster charging (45W–60W), and a lighter, thinner design while facing rising competition from Apple’s anticipated foldable iPhone; pricing is expected around $2,000, with Samsung still a leading foldable-display supplier.

via Geeky Gadgets|

#apple-foldable-iphone-competition #battery-life #fast-charging

technology2 months ago•2 min saved

65W Trio won’t reach Galaxy S26 Ultra’s 60W charging speed

The 65W Trio multi-port charger only delivers 45W in PPS, which isn’t enough for the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s 60W fast charging. Full 60W charging requires a PPS output of 60W, so Samsung’s compatible 60W charger (EP-T6010, $54.99) is needed to reach peak speed.

via SamMobile|

#charger #fast-charging #galaxy-s26-ultra

science-and-technology2 months ago•6 min saved

Minutes to full: ultra-fast EV charging nears gasoline-refuel speeds

Ultra-fast charging technologies are being developed to refill electric vehicle batteries in minutes—potentially matching the time it takes to refuel a gasoline car and removing a major barrier to widespread EV adoption, with some models already capable of around 20-minute recharges.

via The Economist|

#electric-vehicles #ev-infrastructure #fast-charging

transportation3 months ago•55 min saved

Donut Lab’s solid-state battery shows fast charging in independent test

The first independent test of Donut Lab’s production-ready solid-state battery, conducted by Finland’s VTT, found it can charging from 0 to 80% in about 9.5 minutes (and roughly 4.5 minutes in another test) with minimal capacity loss, using passive cooling and high C-rates, suggesting charging speeds much faster than traditional lithium‑ion packs; however, the chemistry isn’t disclosed and dendrite-related issues aren’t addressed in this test, so more independent validation is needed.

via The Verge|

#donut-lab #electric-vehicles #fast-charging

technology3 months ago•4 min saved

Most Used EV Batteries Stay Above 95% Capacity, UK Study Finds

A UK Generational study of more than 8,000 EVs tested in 2025 found an average battery health of about 95%, with degradation largely tied to age and usage rather than mileage. Even 8–12-year-old EVs can retain over 85% of their original capacity, though the spread widens with age. Extreme fast charging, deep discharges, and cold climates accelerate degradation. The findings suggest used EVs are generally healthier than feared and underline the need for independent battery-health testing to aid buyers and resale values.

via InsideEVs|

#aging-evs #battery-degradation #ev-battery-health

technology3 months ago•7 min saved

Google Pixel 10A Delivers Fast Charging and Satellite SOS at Budget Price

Google’s Pixel 10A arrives at $499 (128GB) with the same 5,100 mAh battery and 48MP/13MP cameras as the 9A, but upgrades to a Tensor G4 and faster charging (30W wired with a 45W adapter, 10W wireless), while skipping PixelSnap magnets. It adds Satellite SOS and keeps Quick Share compatibility with AirDrop, retains a physical SIM slot, and features a brighter 6.3-inch display, seven years of software updates, and a March 5 sale date in four colors. A budget flagship aimed at competing with upcoming Samsung and Apple launches.

via CNET|

#airdrop #fast-charging #google-pixel

technology3 months ago•3 min saved

Ultra-Fast EV Charging Can Accelerate Battery Degradation, Study Finds

Geotab’s analysis of over 22,700 EVs shows that frequent charging at high-power stations (>100 kW) accelerates battery aging, with about 2.5% annual degradation for heavy use and 1.5% for lighter fast-charging; Level 2 charges degrade about half as fast. The overall average degradation is roughly 2.3% per year, with batteries settling around 1.4% per year after early capacity drops. While fast charging isn’t catastrophic and modern battery management helps, making Level 3 charging a habit will speed up capacity loss, so balance convenience with charging power.

via Jalopnik|

#battery-degradation #electric-vehicles #fast-charging

technology4 months ago•7 min saved

Volvo EX60 Promises 400-Mile Range at Sub-$60k Price

Volvo’s 2027 EX60 debuts with up to 400 miles of range, 800-volt fast charging up to 370 kW, and a base price in the low-to-mid $50k range; offers P6, P10 AWD, and P12 AWD configurations on 83/95/117 kWh packs, with a Cross Country variant arriving in 2028, all on Volvo’s SPA3 platform and featuring a Tesla-like interior.

via The Drive|

#ev #ex60 #fast-charging

technology4 months ago•6 min saved

Volvo's EX60 Advances EV Range With Tesla-Port Compatibility

Volvo unveils the EX60, its longest-range EV, built on the SPA3 platform with three battery options (80/91/112 kWh) delivering up to 400 miles of range. It offers a single-motor P6 (RWD) and dual-motor P10/P12 AWD variants, with 0–60 mph times from 5.7 to 3.8 seconds and up to 350–400 kW charging. A 10-minute top-up can add about 173 miles. The EX60 introduces a native NACS (Tesla) port for broad Supercharger access, with a Cross Country version featuring raised suspension. Built in Sweden, Europe orders are open now; U.S. deliveries begin late spring 2027, with Cross Country arriving in summer 2027.

via Motor1.com|

#ev #ex60 #fast-charging