SmallRig has released two power banks, the Nano 36 and Nano 72, designed specifically for camera rigs rather than pockets. Both include 1/4"-20 threaded holes and V-mount plates so they can attach directly to cages, tripods, and gimbals within SmallRig's accessory ecosystem. The Nano 36 offers 10,000mAh with 45W output for lighter tasks, while the Nano 72 packs 20,000mAh with 100W bi-directional charging for heavier, longer shoots.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-09-04
New promotional images have surfaced showing Matt Damon in costume as a Power Ranger for the upcoming project 'Thasnagar.' Separately, first details emerged on 'The Waffle House Index,' a film starring Inde Navarrette that mixes crocodiles, aliens and nuclear weapons into its plot.
gizmodo.com
· 2026-09-04
UGREEN has released the MagFlo Pro, a 10,000mAh magnetic battery pack offering 25W Qi2 wireless charging and 45W wired USB-C output. The device uses a multi-layer liquid cooling chamber with a visible circulating coolant, which the company says is the first such system built into a Qi2 power bank. It's priced at roughly $150 on Amazon, alongside new foldable 2-in-1 and 3-in-1 chargers aimed at Apple device users.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-09-03
A wave of upcoming television shows dramatizes the arc of tech founders who abandoned idealistic missions in pursuit of wealth and influence. These productions reframe once-celebrated entrepreneurs as cautionary figures rather than visionary heroes.
wsj.com
· 2026-09-03
Anker previewed several new chargers before IFA 2026, headlined by the MagGo Power Bank Pro 2, a 25W wireless power bank with a built-in fan that keeps temperatures under 96.8°F during charging. The lineup also includes a Laptop Charger Pro that claims to identify the exact laptop model plugged into it, and a MagStand Charging Station combining three charging modes in one device.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-09-03
Anker introduced the Nano Universal Charger, a compact wall charger built to work across more than 200 countries and regions using integrated US, UK and EU plug configurations. The device charges up to four gadgets simultaneously via three USB-C ports and one USB-A port, delivers up to 100W to a single laptop, and includes a circular display showing temperature and voltage readings. Anker has not disclosed pricing or a release timeline.
engadget.com
· 2026-09-03
Amazon is running a limited-time Lightning deal on the Anker Prime Power Bank, cutting its price from $329.99 to $259.99, a $70 discount. The 26,250mAh, 300W power bank can charge multiple devices simultaneously, including laptops, tablets and phones, and includes a smart display showing detailed charging status. It carries a 4.6-star rating and is noted as airline-friendly for travel use.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-09-02
A clean-energy development is being built on 500 acres of a West Virginia strip mine that was abandoned two decades ago, combining solar power generation with both lithium-ion and zinc battery storage systems. Google is supporting the project, which aims to extend the availability of renewable electricity further into nighttime hours than conventional battery setups typically allow.
fastcompany.com
· 2026-09-02
JLR has begun taking orders for the Range Rover Electric, its first all-electric SUV, roughly a year after originally planned following extended testing. The model offers up to 542 horsepower, a 118.5-kWh battery capable of adding 137 miles of range in 10 minutes, and a WLTP-rated range near 372 miles. UK pricing starts at £154,070 and rises above £225,000 for the SV Black long-wheelbase version, while US buyers can get the SE trim from $138,000 plus delivery fees.
wired.com
· 2026-09-01
Android's Safe Mode disables third-party apps and enables Airplane Mode, a feature meant to help troubleshoot problems like lag, battery drain, or malware. Because it's activated so easily through the power menu, phones can get stuck in this restricted state accidentally, leaving apps grayed out and unusable.
engadget.com
· 2026-09-01
Amazon has cut the price of the Baseus Mini Power Bank Fast Charging 67W to $29.99 from its $69.99 list price, a 57% discount and the lowest price recorded this year, beating the previous 2024 low of $37.99. The compact 10,000mAh unit supports up to 67W output, includes two built-in braided USB-C cables, a digital charge display, and pass-through charging.
androidauthority.com
· 2026-09-01
Sony has unveiled three new tower-style speakers—the ULT Tower Max, Tower 7, and Tower 5—as the largest additions to its ULT Power Sound lineup. Each model adds USB-C, RCA, and XLR ports for wired connections, along with up to 100 LEDs for battery and Bluetooth status lights and synced light shows. The flagship Tower Max costs $1,499.99 and weighs 121 pounds, while the Tower 7 runs $649.99 at 50 pounds, and the Tower 5 is the smallest at 29 pounds.
theverge.com
· 2026-09-01
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