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Smart debuted the #2, a compact two-seat electric vehicle styled after the original Fortwo, four years after launching the Smart #1. The car offers up to 180 miles of range, a rear-mounted 60kW motor, fast-charging from 10-80% in 20 minutes, and several trims including a limited 999-unit Couture Edition. Pricing starts under $26,500, with preorders opening in spring.
Leaker WalleGalaxy reports that the Galaxy S27 Ultra will maintain a 60W charging rating but may optimize power delivery to sustain higher wattage levels longer during initial charging. This could enable the device to charge approximately 2-3% faster than the Galaxy S26 Ultra despite its larger battery capacity. The improvements are believed to focus on the charging curve rather than increasing the maximum wattage.
Ionna, the automaker-backed EV fast-charging joint venture founded by BMW, GM, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis and Toyota, says it has more than doubled its footprint since early 2026 to over 180 stations with 1,500-plus charging ports in 30 states. The company says every site offers both CCS and NACS plugs at 400-kilowatt charging speeds, and it claims to be the largest 400 kW fast-charging network in the US. CEO Seth Cutler discussed the expansion and upcoming features in an interview.
Amazon has discounted the limited-edition Anker Prime Power Bank Black Myth: Wukong Edition by $50, to $149.99 from its $199.99 list price. The device is a Black Myth: Wukong-themed version of Anker's Prime 20K power bank, offering a 20,100mAh battery, up to 220W total output across three ports, TSA-friendly design, and two-way fast charging.
With Apple's foldable iPhone Duo expected soon, a roundup recommends accessories including the USB-C Apple Pencil, fast-charging power adapters like Apple's 40W adapter or Anker's 100W brick, and a MagSafe car mount. The report notes iPhone Duo will support Apple Pencil input on both its inner and outer displays via a later software update, and that it can charge to 50 percent in 20 minutes with the right adapter.
Android Authority writer Zac Kew-Denniss outlined features found on other Android phones but absent from Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel devices, including ultra-fast charging, IR blasters, dual desktop modes with advanced app cloning, Moto Actions-style gestures, and Nothing's Glyph lighting system. The piece notes Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra tops out at 60W charging and the Pixel 11 Pro at 45W, compared to phones like the OnePlus 15 at 80W and even faster options available outside the US.
Geely announced a new battery pack capable of charging at up to 2.2 MW, going from 10 to 70 percent charge in 4.5 minutes and 10 to 98 percent in 8 minutes 40 seconds. The company says AI-driven predictive thermal management keeps average pack temperature around 55°C, with micro pulses of current used to reactivate lithium ions and extend battery life by 20 percent. The technology has already been tested in the Zeekr 001 and Lynk & Co 10 models.
Bentley has revealed the Torcal, its first all-electric model and fourth current model line, built on the Porsche Cayenne Electric's 800-volt PPE platform. The SUV comes in Core and S trims, both using a 113.2 kWh battery rated for up to 375 miles WLTP range (about 320 miles EPA) and 400 kW fast charging. The S trim produces 888 PS and 996 lb-ft of torque, reaching 60 mph in 2.8 seconds and a top speed of 162 mph, while the Core does 0-60 in 3.3 seconds.
Bentley revealed the Torcal, its fourth model line and first all-electric vehicle, offering up to 375 miles of WLTP range and 16-minute 10-80% fast charging at 400kW. The dual-motor SUV produces up to 888 PS and 1,350 Nm in its sportiest S trim, reaching 60 mph in 2.9 seconds, while CEO Frank-Steffen Walliser called it one of the best Bentleys ever made.
USB to USB-C adapters may look identical externally but vary widely in the USB specification they support, power delivery capability and internal component quality. These differences affect transfer speeds, charging times and can even risk port damage if a mismatched adapter is used.
Leaker Digital Chat Station shared a near-complete spec list for the OnePlus 16 after it cleared network access certification in China. The phone is tipped to pack a 9,000mAh battery with 100W wired and 50W wireless charging, a 200MP primary camera alongside 50MP ultrawide and telephoto lenses, and a 165-185Hz display. It's expected to run on a Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chip with up to 16GB of RAM.
Ars Technica revisited the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5, testing an AWD Limited trim with an 84 kWh battery, NACS charging port, and 320 hp output following the car's early 2025 refresh. The reviewer found the retro styling and fast-charging capability still hold up well five years after launch, though the AWD version's range drops to 269 miles compared to 318 miles for the rear-wheel-drive model.