Gorodenkoff/Getty Images Scientists in China may have found a way to drastically improve the performance of thermal batteries, which would dramatically improve their military applications. Thermal batteries can function effectively in extreme temperatures that traditional batteries cannot, meant to withstand heat up to 660 to 1,020 degrees Fahrenheit. By utilizing molten salt electrolytes, thermal batteries also offer a higher power output that makes them the battery of choice for military equip...

Apple introduces a lot of exciting products on Tuesday. But wait! There is one more thing, one thing that Apple didn’t show. Apple has released a new 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max charging. For $39 (it’s not available in the U.K. yet), this charger can add a 50 percent charge to the iPhone 17 and 17 Pro battery in 20 minutes, and that 10 minutes of charge results in about 8 hours of video playback. This wired charger can adjust its charging output to a maximum of 60W for a short boo...