Updated 18 October 2025 at 19:12 IST Air China flight makes emergency landing in Shanghai after a lithium battery in hand luggage ignites a fire in the cabin. Follow :   Fire erupts in overhead luggage bin aboard Air China flight | Image: X Shanghai: A harrowing incident occurred aboard an Air China flight from Hangzhou to Seoul on Saturday with 155 passengers onboard, when suddenly a fire erupted in an overhead luggage bin. According to reports, a lithium battery in a passenger’s carry-o...

Inside General Motors’ fast-growing battery labs in suburban Detroit, scientists and engineers are analyzing stresses on lithium-ion cells: desert heat, arctic cold, jungle humidity, enough charging and discharging for a half-dozen Frankenstein reboots. For The Verge’s exclusive tour of these secretive labs, I watch researchers peer at cell chemistries down to the atomistic level, using electron microscopes. Others work at a larger scale, all the way up to the Megashaker. Inside a cavernous...

Image: Simon Jary Portable power banks that charge your phone are popular, but wireless battery packs using Apple’s magnetic MagSafe technology offer a simpler and smarter cable-free solution for iPhone 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 and Air users. Phone batteries are prone to run dry just when you’re heading away from a power source, so having a portable charging source is one of today’s necessities. Annoyingly, most power banks require you to carry around a cable, too. Wireless power banks do aw...

Oppo launched the Find X9 and Find X9 Pro yesterday, and today we already have a fresh rumor out of China regarding the upcoming Find X9s. The Find X8s, its predecessor, came out in April, so we should expect a similar timeframe for the X9s’ arrival on the market as well. The Find X9s is said to be a compact flagship, and the X8s boasts a 6.32″ screen so maybe the X9s will have a similar size. Oppo Find X9 Despite its petite dimensions, the Find X9s will still pack a 7,000 mAh batter...

Just-in-time power that delivers. LiTime obviously strives to deliver a premium auxiliary power experience, with every product in this review feeling not only premium but also easy-to-use and reliable. Stephen Pereyra Published 10/18/2025 Renewable Rugged Having worked with AGM, lead acid, and lithium batteries in the past, it was clear from the moment the LiTime 12.8V 320Ah Smart Mini battery came out of the box, it was no joke. From the terminals to the app experience, this battery showcased q...

AMSTERDAM and LUXEMBOURG – WEBWIRE – Friday, October 17, 2025 Stellantis and Pony.ai will jointly develop and test SAE Level 4 (hands-off, eyes-off) autonomous vehicles, integrating Stellantis AV-Ready Platform with Pony.ais autonomous driving technology. Initial focus on battery-electric medium size vans, ideal for robotaxi applications. Partnership will leverage Stellantis position as Europes leading manufacturer of LCVs through its Pro One commercial vehicle business unit. Real-world test...

Dell Pro Plus wireless earbuds ZDNET’s key takeaways The Dell Pro Plus earbuds are available now for $230. They’re meant primarily for professional users, with exceptional call clarity, reliable multi-device support, and a long battery life. The touch controls are finicky, and sound can creep in past the ANC. View now at Dell Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. Dell is breaking into new ground with the recent launch of its first-ever wireless earbuds: the Dell Pro...

Image: Foundry It happens to all of us: you’re out and about and your iPhone is running low on power. You can’t wait to get home–you need to charge it as soon as possible. Or maybe you’re getting ready to board a plane and want to top off your iPhone’s battery. At many locations (stores, airports, amusement parks, etc.), you’ll find public charging stations where you can plug in (often for free) and get some juice for your iPhone’s battery. Using public charging stations, however,...

Skip to content Image: Michael Ansaldo/Foundry At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Pans 360 degrees and tilts 180 degrees Smooth, accurate motion tracking Clear 2K video, with a spotlight for color night vision Cons Must stay plugged in—there’s no battery option Many smart features require a paid subscription No local video storage (it’s not compatible with Arlo’s SmartHubs) Our Verdict The Arlo Essential Pan Tilt Security Camera offers wide, intelligent coverage and strong everyday p...

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Even with your closest friends—or loved ones you genuinely enjoy being around—there comes a point when you’ve simply had enough of them. The fatigue sets in, your patience thins, and suddenly, the thought of heading home sounds irresistible. How long it takes to reach that breaking point may have seemed more like...