GoKawiilSamsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE price cut to $419.99 on Amazon
Amazon is selling the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE for $419.99, which includes the S Pen stylus. The tablet features a 10.9-inch display and is advertised with all-day battery life.
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GM details 2028 EV platform with new chip, AI assistant for Escalade IQ debut
At its GM Forward event, GM unveiled its fourth-generation EV platform focused on new battery chemistry, redesigned electric motors, and a new central computing architecture linking acceleration, steering, braking and safety systems through software. Chief product officer Sterling Anderson said the goal is vehicles that 'understand context' and reduce friction for drivers, with the technology debuting in the 2028 Cadillac Escalade IQ.
GM confirms closure of Brownstown battery assembly plant near Detroit
GM is shutting down its Brownstown Battery Assembly Plant south of Detroit, which supplied battery packs for the Cadillac Celestiq and battery packs and drive units for the Corvette E-Ray. A GM spokesperson told TechCrunch the closure stems from an expiring lease on the site, not the company's EV strategy, and that affected employees and work will be relocated to other GM facilities.
Original Steam Deck LCD repair options clarified amid battery supply scare
A July 2026 Reddit report suggested Valve was discontinuing OEM batteries for the original Steam Deck LCD, after an iFixit staffer said Valve was 'sunsetting' the parts. Valve subsequently confirmed it would keep supplying batteries, though the replacement price rose from $80 to $130, while iFixit now sells an aftermarket version for $80. Other components, like thumbsticks, SSD and fans, remain relatively easy to self-repair, but Valve has made no long-term commitments on parts such as the screen.
Sony WH-CH520 headphones discounted $31 on Amazon
Amazon is selling Sony's WH-CH520 wireless headphones at a 46% discount, cutting $31 off the regular price. The budget model offers up to 50 hours of battery life and customizable EQ settings through a companion app.
iPhone mini users continue using the discontinued compact phone years after Apple stopped selling it
Apple discontinued the iPhone mini line, but a community of users is reportedly still holding onto their devices rather than upgrading to larger current models. Owners describe accepting tradeoffs like degraded battery life, limited storage and overheating in exchange for keeping the smaller form factor.
Melbourne study quantifies lithium-ion battery production emissions through 2050
Researchers led by Haiwei Zhou at the University of Melbourne estimate that emissions from manufacturing lithium-ion batteries currently make up about 0.18 percent of global annual greenhouse gas output. Using International Energy Agency demand scenarios for electric vehicles and energy storage, they project this figure could grow more than tenfold by 2050 as battery use expands. The study compares demand-side strategies, such as reducing the number of batteries built, against supply-side fixes like efficient manufacturing, recycling, and sourcing less energy-intensive materials.
BMX launches SolidSafe Duo MagSafe battery sized for iPhone Duo
BMX has released the SolidSafe Duo, a MagSafe battery pack built specifically to match the dimensions of Apple's iPhone Duo. The accessory uses a custom 5,000mAh semi-solid-state battery cell instead of standard lithium-ion, enabling a compact shape that avoids overhanging the phone's edges, and includes a 360-degree rotating stand and a built-in USB-C cable for charging up to 20 watts.
Soundcore Liberty 5 earbuds drop to 37% off on Amazon
Amazon is selling Anker's Soundcore Liberty 5 wireless earbuds at a 37% discount, saving buyers $47 off the regular price. The earbuds feature adaptive active noise cancellation, Bluetooth multipoint connectivity, and up to 48 hours of total battery life with the charging case.
Garmin Venu 3S smartwatch discounted to $319.99 on Amazon
The Garmin Venu 3S smartwatch is now selling for $319.99 on Amazon, matching its lowest recorded price. The device offers up to 10 days of battery life along with wellness and fitness tracking features.
AYN reveals specs for Odin 3 Portal handheld with Snapdragon Elite chip
AYN has disclosed specifications for its upcoming Odin 3 Portal handheld gaming device, confirming it will use a Snapdragon Elite processor and include a notably large battery. The device has not yet launched, but the spec sheet positions it among the most powerful Android gaming handhelds announced so far.
GoKawiil Original Phone Battery Health: What Actually Wears It Out
Lithium-ion cells age from heat and from time spent at the extremes of charge. Most of the folklore about charging habits is either obsolete or beside the point.