Chromebooks may borrow the Pixel’s battery-preservation trick
Feature would extend battery life span with AI. Enlarge (credit: Getty) You can never have enough battery life, but keeping your device's battery at a constant 100 percent can degrade its life span. Many laptops already use a.....»»
The Google Pixel 9, Two Months In: It’s not About AI
After using the Pixel 9 for two months after its release, the device's charm - and ultimately its strengths - aren't with LLMs or AI in general. The post The Google Pixel 9, Two Months In: It’s not About AI appeared first on Phandroid......»»
How iPhone 16 and iOS 18 could spur a new wave of Android switchers
At this point, you’ve probably read a lot about the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro. You don’t need me to recap new features like the Camera Control, bigger screens, upgraded Ultra Wide camera, or better battery life. I’ll offer some of those thoug.....»»
Android 15’s security and privacy features are the update’s highlight
New tools aim at phone snatchers, snooping kids or partners, and cell hijackers. Android 15 started rolling out to Pixel devices Tuesday and will arrive, through various third-par.....»»
Google’s Pixel Weather app could fun new feature
If you're a Google Pixel owner, there's a new Pixel Weather feature set to arrive soon. The feature adds immersive weather vibrations to the mix......»»
Android 15 is rolling out now, but the Galaxy S24 won’t get it until next year
This has been an unusual year for Android updates, as Google decided to launch the Pixel 9 phones in August rather than October. Google wanted … The post Android 15 is rolling out now, but the Galaxy S24 won’t get it until next year appea.....»»
Subaru next-gen strong hybrid for Crosstrek, Forester delivers more power, fuel economy
Subaru’s next-generation strong hybrid, to be optioned in the Crosstrek and Forester crossovers, achieves across-the-board improvements in engine power, motor output, torque, battery capacity, fuel economy and driving range......»»
Apple secretly tapped BYD for long-range EV battery tech, report says
Apple and BYD teamed up around 2017 to build a battery system using lithium iron phosphate cells, Bloomberg reported, signaling just how far the iPhone maker went in its efforts to produce a car......»»
Nuu’s B30 5G and N10 offer premium features at budget prices
NUU's new B30 5G and N10 smartphones offer premium features like 5G connectivity, powerful processors, and long battery life......»»
Save up to 34% on the Google Pixel 7a!
It's an older model, but it's capable of serving as a reliable daily smartphone. The post Save up to 34% on the Google Pixel 7a! appeared first on Phandroid. If you’re interested in checking out Google’s Pixel Android phones, t.....»»
For the EV supply chain, it"s back to basics
Battery suppliers' optimism at The Battery Show was paired with caution......»»
GM invests $10 million in materials science company Forge Nano for EV batteries
The automaker has invested in and partnered with companies along the EV battery supply chain, from raw materials to recycling, as it works to secure a supply chain for its electric vehicles......»»
For the EV supply chain, its back to basics
Battery suppliers' optimism at The Battery Show was paired with caution......»»
U.S. offers battery company $671 million for Georgia plant
The Biden administration is poised to loan nearly $671 million to Aspen Aerogels Inc. to make a key component of electric car batteries in the election battleground state of Georgia. Aspen Aerogel shares surged as much as 20 percent in New York. .....»»
You Might Want to Check your Pixel Watch for Google’s Latest Feature Drop!
The new update arrives alongside Android 15. The post You Might Want to Check your Pixel Watch for Google’s Latest Feature Drop! appeared first on Phandroid. Alongside the arrival of Android 15, Google announced that it was bringing.....»»
Daily 5 report for Oct. 15: Stellantis-backed startup invests $1 billion in Nevada battery plant
Lyten chose Reno because of its battery ecosystem and its dry climate......»»
Google’s October Feature Drop Includes a Ton of New Tricks for Pixel Phones
Android 15 comes with a massive feature drop for Pixel devices. The post Google’s October Feature Drop Includes a Ton of New Tricks for Pixel Phones appeared first on Phandroid. With Android 15 now out in the wild, Google has also ro.....»»
Google just announced 23 big changes coming to your Pixel devices
Google's October 2024 Pixel Drop is here, and there are a lot of big changes for all Pixel devices. Here's a breakdown of what's new......»»
BYD says tech-laden Sealion EV "dramatically" extends its reach into Europe
The Sealion 7 will be BYD's flagship model in Europe, showcasing the automaker's latest battery and manufacturing technology......»»
Stellantis-backed Lyten to invest over $1 billion in Nevada lithium-sulfur battery factory
U.S. startup Lyten is investing more than $1 billion in a Reno, Nevada lithium sulfur battery factory......»»
AI can spot EV battery defects
Detecting defects is the most prevalent use of AI in EV batteries for now, but companies are considering how it could help with battery performance later......»»