USB-rechargeable lithium-ion batteries are following the same trajectory, making some high-end gadgets even better while also showing up in lots of products that they don’t improve.

Since lithium-ion batteries were first sold 30 years ago, they’ve dropped in cost by 97%. But they’re still too expensive for making electric cars that can compete in cost with fossil-fueled ...

Lithium plays a critical role in powering the rechargeable batteries found in smartphones, laptops, and electric vehicles, but how is it actually extracted from the Earth? In this video, you'll ...

Rechargeable batteries are great for storing energy and powering electronics from smartphones to electric vehicles. In cold environments, however, they can be more difficult to charge and may even ...

The Ladda Rechargeable Batteries are sold by Ikea, and their impressive capacity, low price and included wall charger make for a great value. With an average tested capacity of 2,409mAh, you’re ...

The first commercially available lithium-ion batteries appeared in the early 1990s and have since revolutionized pretty much every aspect of modern technology, allowing for safe, cheap, high-power ...

Since I’m starting to use more 9V rechargeable batteries, I thought it would be a good idea to build a simple 9V rechargeable battery for my friendly guitarist instead of having to urge him to look ...

Rechargeable batteries cut down on waste, help the environment and save you money in the long run. They’re easy to use, and they’re much more earth-friendly than single-use alkaline batteries. Whether ...

Batteries were once heavy, awkward things, delivering only a limp amount of current for their size and weight. Thankfully, over time, technology has improved, and in 2020, we’re blessed with … ...

Zinc-air batteries are an enticing prospect thanks to their high energy density and the fact they're made with some of the most common materials on Earth. Unfortunately, those advantages are ...

Clarifying how lithium ions ferry around in rechargeable batteries Date: March 28, 2017 Source: Institute for Basic Science Summary: Scientists observe the real-time ultrafast bonding of lithium ...

Fungi recycle rechargeable lithium-ion batteries Date: August 21, 2016 Source: American Chemical Society Summary: Rechargeable batteries in smartphones, cars and tablets don't last forever. Old ...