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Lithium-ion vs. NiMH: EV batteries explained and compared

The automotive industry is quickly accelerating towards electrification, with electric vehicles, or EVs, paving the way. Of course, a critical component of every EV is the battery, which powers everything about an EV — from the electric motors to the infotainment system, to the air conditioning. But did you know there are actually different types of electric car batteries? As development on EVs continues, battery technology is shifting and evolving, helping push for cars with longer ranges. So what are the different…

Lamborghini Revuelto: a super plug-in hybrid

The auto industry in a time of transition centered around electrification and connectivity. Even Lamborghini, long the wild child of the auto industry, has to take these trends into consideration. But Lamborghini always does things its own way. The Lamborghini Revuelto is the replacement for the Aventador supercar, and the latest in a long line of V12-engined dream machines that includes the legendary Miura, Countach, Diablo, and Murciélago. But the Revuelto is a plug-in hybrid — Lamborghini’s first — and includes…

Asus ROG Ally vs. Steam Deck: Here’s how they stack up

The moment Asus announced its upcoming ROG Ally handheld, comparisons were already being made to Valve’s Steam Deck. This is the first time we’ve seen a handheld gaming PC from a major brand that could go toe-to-toe with the Steam Deck, but there are still a lot of lingering questions. I dug through everything we know about the ROG Ally, as well as the sparse rumors available, to see if the handheld has a chance of competing with the Steam Deck. And it does, assuming Asus focuses in on some critical areas of its…

Why I replaced my Apple Watch with a Garmin

The Apple Watch has been my go-to wearable for years. I began my journey with the Apple Watch Series 1 in 2017, upgraded to the Apple Watch Series 4 shortly after it launched, and then jumped to the Apple Watch Series 7 in 2021. It’s long been my smartwatch platform of choice, and I’ve never had any desire to switch to something else. At least, that’s what I thought before I began using a Garmin smartwatch. I started testing the Garmin Forerunner 265 earlier this year, and I went into it with a pretty clear plan: I’d…

The budget Moto G Power 5G introduces a flagship phone feature

Motorola may be making a play for the flagship market with the Motorola Edge 40 Pro, but budget phones are what the American monolith is best known for. While it won’t be making as many waves as the latest Samsung phone or Apple iPhone launch, the newest iteration of the Moto G is always something worth paying attention to, as Motorola is a true veteran of the space and knows what makes an excellent cheap device. Best of all, this new Moto G comes at a time when budget phone enthusiasts have never had it so good.…

9 tips to boost cell signal on Android and iPhone

There are few things more frustrating than experiencing a poor signal on your cell phone. From dropped calls to messages that won’t send and streaming services that stutter and die, a lack of solid signal can cause all kinds of inconveniences. Sadly, building towers yourself to get more bars isn’t an option — but don’t worry. There are plenty of things you can do to avoid poor cell service interfering with your day-to-day life. Take a closer look at our expert tips on how to boost your cell signal, starting with…

Proof that 17-inch laptops are cheaper than you think

If you prefer the utility of a larger screen on your laptop over the portability that a smaller display brings, it’s highly recommended that you search for 17-inch laptops. Their size may make you think that they’re beyond your budget, but fortunately, there are laptop deals that make them more affordable, like HP’s $170 discount for the HP 17z Laptop. Instead of $500, you’ll only have to pay $330 for the device, but you need to make the purchase as soon as possible because we’re not sure how long this offer will…

What are the different types of electric car charger?

As we head into a world of electric cars, charging is the biggest concern for many first-time buyers. It makes sense. While the hype for electric cars themselves is arguably justified, the biggest drawback is the fact that you have to charge them, and right now, that can be a bit of a hassle. That’s not only because of the fact that you have to wait to charge — but also because of the fact that there are different types of electric car chargers, and you may not be able to charge an electric car with all of those…

iPhone 15 Ultra: 5 features it needs before I’ll buy it

With Apple’s WWDC 2023 happening in just a couple of months, that means that the fall season isn’t going to be far behind — bringing us the iPhone 15 lineup and Apple Watch Series 9. But this year, it may be different, as there have been rumors that Apple may introduce a new “iPhone 15 Ultra,” which may or may not replace the iPhone 15 Pro Max. If Apple introduces an iPhone 15 Ultra, it would be a super-premium, top-of-the-line device, similar to the Apple Watch Ultra. Like the smartwatch, the iPhone 15 Ultra would…