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A new agreement between VW-backed PowerCo and QuantumScape could finally bring the next-gen battery tech to market for higher electric range, faster charging, and improved safety.

By Emily Dreibelbis

Is your phone, tablet, or laptop typically in the battery red zone before the day's end? These portable chargers and power banks give you the most boost when you're out of juice.

By Sarah Lord

If your nightstand is cluttered with cables for your iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch, check out our favorite, space-saving wireless Apple chargers for every budget.

By Iyaz Akhtar  & Sarah Lord

If you're looking for a simple and snappy way to charge your iPhone, MagSafe just clicks. Here's what you need to know about Apple's magnetic charging standard, along with the best ones you can buy.

By Iyaz Akhtar  & Sarah Lord

Thanks to Deal Days, this pocket-sized, TSA-approved Flash Pro Plus is on sale for less than $200.

At this week's Investor Day, Rivian's SVP of electrical hardware hints at plans for a 24kW wall charger that's 'plenty for most homes.'

By Emily Dreibelbis

As more states crack down on parts pairing, Apple moves to support third-party screens and batteries installed on iPhones, though it still says using third-party batteries is dangerous.

By Kate Irwin

An explosion and fire tore through an Aricell battery plant in South Korea.

By Kate Irwin

This 50,000 mAh portable power bank boasts wide compatibility and the ability to charge four devices at the same time.

The power bank can get so hot it can potentially start a fire.

By Emily Price

We go inside Group14, a silicon battery materials company, for an up-close view of a solution that it says could help us 'live a fully untethered technological life.'

By Emily Dreibelbis

The Flash Pro Plus with MagSafe is a charger and 25,000 mAh power bank that's capable of juicing up your laptop, tablet, and other devices anywhere.

Running out of juice? Amazon has massive discounts on Anker charging stations, power banks, portable batteries, and more. The savings are electrifying!

By K. Thor Jensen

A built-in tool and various third-party apps can help you monitor the health and capacity of your iPhone’s power source.

By Lance Whitney

It seems like every new phone promises faster charging, but what do the different charging technologies mean, and are they equally speedy? We break it all down for you.

By Sarah Lord

This MagSafe compatible power bank is built with graphene for high quality performance and durability.

Sick of wrestling with EV charging cables? Promising results out of Oak Ridge National Lab could accelerate bringing its patented, high-density coil design to market.

By Emily Dreibelbis

The automaker will be the first to get access to a new software system from Breathe Technologies that uses 'adaptive charging' to increase speeds and protect longevity.

By Emily Dreibelbis

Does your phone's battery degrade if you leave it plugged in while you sleep? We dig into the science to find out.

By Eric Griffith

US agencies are spending big on the quest for a lithium-ion replacement to power the future of the military, transportation, and renewable energy—without relying on China. But is it enough?

By Emily Dreibelbis