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digitpatrox3 weeks ago
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GM and EVgo Just Hit a Big Milestone With EV Chargers

General Motors and its EV charging partner, EVgo, have doubled the number of public stations in their U.S. charging network to 2,000 in total, in just over a year and with hundreds potentially more on the way by the end of 2024. GM and EVgo constructed their 2,000th co-branded public charging station in Murietta, California, just off the 215 freeway…
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digitpatroxOctober 23, 2024
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Dodge Chargers with semi-solid-state batteries may hit the road in 2026

Stellantis says it will put a “demonstration fleet” of Dodge Charger Daytonas on the road by 2026, equipped with solid-state battery technology that’s lighter, more energy-dense, and could eventually make for cheaper EVs. The company calls the demo fleet a “key next step” toward making solid-state EVs that you can actually buy. The cars will be built on its STLA…
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digitpatroxOctober 19, 2024
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Amazon’s early Black Friday deals are up to 65% off — here’s my favorite power banks and chargers

Early Black Friday deals are already creeping up on us, even with the big day itself still weeks away. If, like me, your trusty power bank or portable charger is one of the gadgets you can’t leave home without, right now you can snag some of our favorite brands on Amazon for a steal as part of the retailer’s early…
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digitpatroxOctober 15, 2024
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Best Portable Chargers and Power Banks for Phones and Laptops

Some portable chargers can power your devices faster than others. This is largely determined by the kinds of ports the charger is equipped with and their max wattage output. Take a look at the port options on different models when shopping. Portable chargers are usually outfitted with USB-C ports and USB-A ports, which both can be rated for different…
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digitpatroxOctober 4, 2024
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The best MagSafe and Qi2 chargers for iPhones

Editor’s note: Amazon’s fall Prime Day sale is set for October 8th and 9th; however, if you want to shop early, we’ve already pulled together a guide to the best Prime Day deals you can get ahead of time. Wireless charging is less efficient than plugging in a wire, but it’s certainly convenient — especially when you add magnets. Most people who…
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digitpatroxSeptember 26, 2024
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Amazon’s early Prime Day deals are up to 90% off — here’s my favorite power banks and chargers

You can never go wrong with a handy power bank or charger, especially when your phone’s battery is near empty after downloading an episode of the Rings of Power. I’ve had something similar happen on multiple occasions, so I can’t stress enough how helpful it is for me to have a portable charger or power bank in my backpack. Right…
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digitpatroxSeptember 8, 2024
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These new Aukey wireless chargers come with cooling fans

All three use the Qi2 standard, which means up to 15-watt charging for compatible phones and backward compatibility with normal Qi devices. Aukey claims they can drop charging temperatures as much as 68 degrees Fahrenheit compared to “traditional wireless chargers.” The MagFusion 3-in-1 Pro stand can simultaneously charge an iPhone, AirPods, and an Apple Watch. It can tilt up and…
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digitpatroxSeptember 5, 2024
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Belkin’s new foldable Qi2 chargers fill a MagSafe Duo-sized hole

Belkin has announced its latest portable chargers at IFA 2024, and among them are two new Qi2-certified BoostCharge Pro magnetic wireless travel chargers that, in many ways, pick up where Apple’s discontinued MagSafe Duo left off. A $119 two-in-one model features a 15-watt Qi2 magnetic charging pad and a flip-up Apple Watch puck, while the $129.99 version adds a 5W…
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digitpatroxSeptember 2, 2024
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Best Portable Solar Panels and Solar Battery Chargers

The answer all comes down to wattage. Portable solar devices range widely in the amount of power they can produce, which is largely a function of panel size. Bigger tends to mean more powerful in the world of solar. The most compact and lightweight solar battery chargers typically produce somewhere between 15 and 50 watts of max power. Devices in…
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digitpatroxAugust 19, 2024
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How to Save When Using Public EV Chargers

If you’re considering buying an EV, CR’s EV buying guide is a comprehensive resource. Among other things, it can help you calculate the cost of charging a vehicle at home and away based on the type of charger you use and the kWh electricity rate. But when home charging isn’t an option, here are some additional tips to make the…
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