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Real-time CO2 monitoring without batteries or external power

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-09-17 01:29:34

< (From left) Master's Student Gyurim Jang, Professor Kyeongha Kwon > KAIST (President Kwang Hyung Lee) announced on June 9th that a research team led by Professor Kyeongha Kwon from the School of Electrical Engineering, in a joint study with Professor Hanjun Ryu's team at Chung-Ang University, has developed a self-powered wireless carbon dioxide (CO2) monitoring system. This innovative system harvests fine vibrational energy from its surroundings to periodically measure CO2 concentrations.

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DARPA program sets distance record for power beaming

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-09-17 01:40:40

In a series of recent tests in New Mexico, the Persistent Optical Wireless Energy Relay (POWER) program achieved several new records for transmitting power over distance. The team recorded more than 800 watts of power delivered during a 30-second transmission from a laser 8.6 kilometers (5.3 miles) away. Over the course of the test campaign, more than a megajoule of energy was transferred. Previously, the greatest reported distance records for an appreciable amount of optical power (>1 microwat

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Start your own Internet Resiliency Club

news.ycombinator.com About The Author 2025-09-17 10:38:17

Thanks to war, geopolitics, and climate change, Europe will have more frequent and more severe internet disruptions in the very near future. Governments and businesses need to prepare for catastrophic loss of communications. Unfortunately, the necessary changes are risky and expensive, which means they won’t do it until a crisis is already here. However, small groups of volunteers with a little bit of time and money can provide crucial initial leadership to bootstrap recovery. An Internet Resil

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Cray versus Raspberry Pi

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-09-13 04:58:29

Please visit the sponsor! Cray versus Raspberry Pi I fondly recall the era when the pinnacle of supercomputing was the Cray 1. Even the shape of this computer was massively different to anything that came before and it was so futuristic that it could have come straight from a scifi movie. While almost all other computers of the 1970s were just a collection of huge rectangular cabinets with blinky lights and perhaps a few tape drives, the Cray 1 looked more like a piece of space-age furnitu

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Anker recalls over a million power banks after reports of fires

techspot.com Skye Jacobs 2025-09-16 23:34:00

PSA A popular portable charger is being pulled from shelves and homes across the United States after reports surfaced of the device overheating and causing fires. Anker, a well-known electronics manufacturer, has announced a voluntary recall of its PowerCore 10000 power banks, specifically those marked with model number A1263, due to a potential safety issue with the battery. The recall, which began on June 12, affects approximately 1.16 million units sold nationwide between June 2016 and Decem

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Anker 1800W Power Station With 11 Ports Is Selling For Peanuts, Amazon Clears Out Stock Before Summer

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2025-09-17 00:29:47

Anker has long been a trusted name for laptop and smartphone chargers. But the company’s technological capabilities extend far beyond such everyday essentials: It also produces powerful portable power stations to meet the needs of users looking for robust sources of power on the go or as reliable home standbys. One such gem product in this category is the Anker Solix C1000 portable power station which is a high-end generator that is currently available on Amazon for a mere $549, reduced from it

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Air Conditioners Can Actually Support the Power Grid. Here’s How

gizmodo.com Johanna Mathieu 2025-09-17 00:00:09

As summer arrives, people are turning on air conditioners in most of the U.S. But if you’re like me, you always feel a little guilty about that. Past generations managed without air conditioning – do I really need it? And how bad is it to use all this electricity for cooling in a warming world? If I leave my air conditioner off, I get too hot. But if everyone turns on their air conditioner at the same time, electricity demand spikes, which can force power grid operators to activate some of the

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Hot deal: Grab the CUKTECH 10 Power Bank for just $23.99!

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-17 00:08:12

Paul Jones / Android Authority Are you looking for a handy power bank to keep your devices charged on the go? I haven’t seen a deal this good in a while. The CUKTECH 10 Power Bank is still one of our favorites, portable battery packs, and you can buy it for a mere $23.99 right now! That’s a hefty discount on the $39.99 full price. Buy the CUKTECH 10 Power Bank for just $23.99 ($16 off) This offer is available from Amazon. The discount comes in the form of two coupons that will show up on the p

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Anker Recalls PowerCore 10000 Power Banks for Burning or Exploding. Learn How to Get a Free Replacement

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-09-18 04:12:00

On Thursday, June 12, electronics maker Anker announced an official recall of Anker PowerCore 10000 power banks with the model number A1263. The company received 19 reports of the portable chargers catching fire and exploding. The Consumer Products Safety Commission reports that more than 1.1 million of the products sold in the US are affected by the recall. The company plans to replace the charging devices, but customers must submit photo evidence of ownership and also prove that they've dispo

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Amazon joins the big nuclear party, buying 1.92 GW for AWS

techcrunch.com Tim De Chant 2025-09-18 04:16:46

Amazon tapped into an emerging trend this week, one that’s seeing big tech firms buy power from existing nuclear power plants. The tech company will power a chunk of its AWS cloud and AI servers using 1.92 gigawatts of electricity from Talen Energy’s Susquehanna nuclear power plant in Pennsylvania. Amazon is the latest hyperscaler to go direct to big nuclear operators, following on the heels of Microsoft and Meta. Amazon’s deal was announced Wednesday, but it’s not entirely new, instead modify

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The best power banks and portable chargers for every device in 2025

engadget.com Unknown 2025-09-18 08:00:36

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . Never run out of juice again, no matter where you are with these best portable battery chargers. Dead smartphones aren’t so smart. If you travel, stay away from home for extended periods of time or simply forget to charge your phone occasionally, it might be wise to keep a portable ch

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Anker is recalling a million power banks due to fire risks, here’s how to check and return yours

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-18 12:39:42

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Anker is recalling its PowerCore 10000 power bank (model A1263). An issue is causing these power banks to catch on fire or explode. Affected customers can get a $30 gift card or a free replacement power bank. If you own an Anker PowerCore 10000 power bank, then you’ll want to take a quick look at the product details on the bottom. Anker has issued a recall for these power banks with the model number A1263. Anker explains that PowerCore 10000 power b

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Check your Anker power banks - 1 million were just recalled due to fire risk

zdnet.com Cesar Cadenas 2025-09-18 15:51:00

Kerry Wan/ZDNET The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a new recall for the Anker PowerCore 10000 power bank, model number A1263. According to the report, the lithium-ion battery inside can overheat, causing the device to become a fire and burn hazard to consumers. "Anker has received 19 reports of fires and explosions" caused by its faulty power bank. Among those incidents, there have been "two reports of minor burn injuries" (thankfully not requiring medical a

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Anker is recalling over 1.1M power banks due to fire and burn risks

news.ycombinator.com Andrew Liszewski 2025-09-18 14:41:20

is a senior reporter who’s been covering and reviewing the latest gadgets and tech since 2006, but has loved all things electronic since he was a kid. Anker has issued a recall for its PowerCore 10000 power bank (model A1263) due to a “potential issue with the lithium-ion battery” that could pose a fire safety risk. The company has received 19 reports of fires and explosions that have caused minor burn injuries and resulted in property damage totaling over $60,700, according to the US Consumer

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The best wireless chargers for 2025

engadget.com Unknown 2025-09-19 07:00:35

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . If you’ve upgraded your phone recently, there’s a good chance it supports wireless charging. Battery life can be one of the first things to deteriorate as your phone ages, so you’ll need quick and easy ways to power up wherever you are. You may not always be able to have a cable on you

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Anker recalls over a million power banks due to fire and burn hazards

engadget.com Unknown 2025-09-19 09:00:17

You should stop using the PowerCore 10000 'immediately' and contact Anker for a free replacement. Anker has recalled its PowerCore 10000 power bank (model A1263) due to an issue with the lithium battery that can cause it to "overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers," the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (USCPSC) wrote. The company received 19 reports of fires and explosions, including two reports of minor burn injuries and 11 property damage claims totaling over $60,700. It's a

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This Portable Charger with 4 Built-in Cables is 40% Off, Now at an All-Time Low on Amazon

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2025-09-19 09:10:30

There’s never been a better time to step up your charging game thanks to a massive price drop on a very popular (and useful) device. The Charmast 10,000mAh portable charger with four built-in cables is available for its all-time low price of just $18 which is a full 37% off its $30 list price. With thousands of customers satisfied in the past month and a 4.5 out of 5 rating from over 5,000 reviews, these earbuds are extremely popular. See at Amazon Best Value For Money Power Bank This power b

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This 150W USB-C/A Wall Charger Is 41% Off, No Need to Wait for Prime Day

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2025-09-19 09:40:14

If you’ve ever struggled with a tangle of old chargers and power strips to keep all your devices charged, you’ll appreciate what the latest 150W USB-C wall charger can do. This compact and powerful charging station is now available at an all-time low on Amazon for just $27, down from a list price of $46 which is a 41% discount that makes it a deal too good to miss. For the price of less than an meal, you get a thin solution that lets you charge three devices at once, whether your phone, tablet,

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Anker issues recall for popular power bank due to fire risk - stop using it now

zdnet.com Cesar Cadenas 2025-09-19 20:01:51

The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a new recall for the Anker PowerCore 10000 power bank, model number A1263. According to the report, the lithium-ion battery inside can overheat, causing the device to become a fire and burn hazard to consumers. "Anker has received 19 reports of fires and explosions" caused by its faulty power bank. Among those incidents, there have been "two reports of minor burn injuries" (thankfully not requiring medical attention) and 11

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Meta teams with XGS Energy to build a 150 MW geothermal power plant

techcrunch.com Tim De Chant 2025-09-20 00:00:00

Meta is the latest tech company to warm to geothermal energy, announcing on Thursday a deal with startup XGS Energy to develop a 150 megawatt geothermal power plant in New Mexico. XGS Energy has yet to say where it’ll be building the power plant, and Meta wouldn’t disclose specifics about the deal other than to say it’s not yet a contract to purchase power, but rather an agreement “to advance geothermal energy development” in the state, a Meta spokesperson told TechCrunch. Recently, tech compa

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Anker Recalls More Than 1 Million PowerCore 10000 Power Banks: What to Know

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-09-20 12:12:00

The electronics maker Anker recalled its PowerCore 10000 power banks with the model number A1263 after receiving 19 reports of fires and explosions. According to an alert posted Thursday by the Consumer Products Safety Commission, more than 1.1 million of the products sold in the US are affected by the recall. The company plans to replace the charging devices, but customers who have them must submit photo evidence of ownership and also prove that they've disposed of the PowerCore devices proper

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AMD CTO: power constraints, not compute, will shape tomorrow's supercomputers

techspot.com Skye Jacobs 2025-09-20 16:04:00

In a nutshell: In his keynote at ISC 2025, AMD CTO Mark Papermaster emphasized that the next wave of supercomputers will demand breakthroughs in efficiency, reliability, and adaptability, not just raw performance. He noted that industry leaders are now grappling with the realities of explosive growth and the increasingly complex challenges it brings. Papermaster began by highlighting the continued surge in demand for high-performance computing, driven primarily by artificial intelligence. He po

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Battery manufacturer Powin files for bankruptcy months after landing $200M loan

techcrunch.com Tim De Chant 2025-09-20 16:28:24

Battery manufacturer Powin filed for bankruptcy on Wednesday. The Oregon-based company said it has more than $300 million in debt. The Chapter 11 filing will let the company continue operating while it restructures its debt. Powin manufactured grid-scale batteries using lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) cells from China. The company had been searching for alternative domestic suppliers, but the supply chain wasn’t sufficiently mature, Jeff Waters, the company’s former CEO, told Bloomberg in April.

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Anker Recalls PowerCore 10000 Power Banks Because of Fire Risks: What to Know

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-09-20 20:12:14

The electronics maker Anker recalled its PowerCore 10000 power banks with the model number A1263 after receiving 19 reports of fires and explosions. According to an alert posted Thursday by the Consumer Products Safety Commission, more than 1.1 million of the products sold in the US are affected by the recall. The company plans to replace the charging devices, but customers who have them must submit photo evidence of ownership and also prove that they've disposed of the PowerCore devices proper

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Anker is recalling over 1.1 million power banks due to fire and burn risks

theverge.com Andrew Liszewski 2025-09-20 20:19:12

is a senior reporter who’s been covering and reviewing the latest gadgets and tech since 2006, but has loved all things electronic since he was a kid. Anker has issued a recall for its PowerCore 10000 power bank (model A1263) due to a “potential issue with the lithium-ion battery” that could pose a fire safety risk. The company has received 19 reports of fires and explosions that have caused minor burn injuries and resulted in property damage totaling over $60,700, according to the US Consumer

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7 awesome outdoor tech gadgets for camping trips and backyard fun

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-21 04:31:40

While taking a nice walk around the woods and disconnecting from the hustle and bustle is always nice, sometimes the outdoors can also be an excellent backdrop for other activities. If you want to camp or enjoy the outdoors in comfort, we’ve put together the ultimate list of outdoor tech gear. Here’s what I am taking with me on my next outdoor adventure! SPONSORED Sylvox Gaming Series 55-Inch Outdoor TV: Game and watch TV outside! SYLVOX 55" 120HZ Waterproof Outdoor TV-2025 Gaming Series Waterp

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Why uranium mining is having a resurgence in the United States

cnbc.com Magdalena Petrova 2025-09-21 08:00:01

From about the 1960s to the mid-1980s, the United States was a leader in uranium mining. But domestic production of the mineral, which is primarily used as fuel for nuclear reactors, has since fallen off a cliff. "A lot of this was because it was a government priority. And we strategically used government funding and subsidies to support it. However, what kind of started happening during the 90s is we saw a de-prioritization away from uranium," said Gracelin Baskaran, director of the Critical M

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Apple enables smart home apps to cut your electricity bills

9to5mac.com Ben Lovejoy 2025-09-21 17:48:47

A new Apple framework makes it easy for developers of smart home apps to help cut your electricity bills. While EnergyKit is currently limited to thermostats and EV chargers, it’s the first step toward optimizing energy usage throughout your entire home. Some smart home devices can already help you reduce power usage and costs, like the Ecobee and Nest thermostats, but EnergyKit takes this much further … There are currently three main ways you can use smart home devices to save money. First,

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Amazon Is Selling Off This 56,800mAh Power Bank Stock, Now 85% Off the Original Price

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2025-09-21 17:40:09

Power banks have become essential companions for anyone who needs to keep their devices charged on the go. Whether you’re working remotely, traveling or simply out for the day, running out of battery on your smartphone, AirPods, or laptop can be a real hassle. While there are countless power banks available, many fall short in two critical areas: battery capacity and charging speed. That is why having a model that can do everything is a game-changer and right now, this Moihosso 56800mAh 22.5W p

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How much power can a PCIe x16 graphics card draw from the motherboard alone?

techspot.com Unknown 2025-09-21 15:01:00

Choose wisely! The correct answer, the explanation, and an intriguing story await. Correct Answer: 75W What was Comdex before it was shut down in the early 2000s? When installed in a motherboard's PCIe x16 slot, a graphics card such as the GeForce RTX 5080 can draw up to 75 watts of power directly from the slot. This power comes from the motherboard's +3.3V and +12V rails (3.3V × 3A + 12V × 5.5A), which is the maximum defined by the PCI Express base specification for a x16 slot (this limit ha

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Anker recalls over a million power banks due to fire and burn hazards

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How much power can a PCIe x16 graphics card draw from the motherboard alone?

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