Today’s power banks are marvels of modern convenience, yet they function right at the limits of their chemical potential. The reasons you don’t get the full rated capacity or why it feels warm during use are rooted in the fundamental physics of liquid lithium-ion cells. Understanding these inherent traits is the first step to appreciating what comes next. In this article, we’ll uncover the surprising facts that define today’s power banks, not to disparage a tool we all depend on,...
Battery tech is quietly going through its biggest upgrade in years. We’ve seen solid state cells shake up the EV world, and now the same chemistry is powering devices you can slip into your pocket. Energea calls its latest release the Hybrid-Solid State Power Bank, debuting in the MagPac Pro 35s. In the industry, this type of cell is better known as semi-solid state, and it represents a genuine step forward in how portable power is built, stored, and safely...
Power users don’t upgrade for incremental changes. If you’re shooting ProRAW daily, managing multiple social platforms, or running your business from your iPhone, you need hardware that keeps pace with your demands. The iPhone 17 introduces several compelling upgrades over the iPhone 16, but separating marketing hype from real-world performance gains requires a deeper look at what matters most to intensive users. This article does exactly that. iPhone 16: What We Already Know The iPhone 16 lineup, launched in 2024,...