Key Takeaways DJI enters 360 with a strong first effort: The Osmo 360 brings a lighter, rounded design, 105GB of built-in storage, and a bigger battery that makes it comfortable for helmet mounting and everyday use. Insta360 X5 still leads in image quality: In real-world tests, the X5 delivers sharper detail, richer colors, and cleaner low-light performance, keeping it ahead despite DJI’s 1-inch sensor claims. Software makes the difference: Insta360’s polished app and editing tools outshine...

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Increased demand for electric vehicles, portable electronics, and renewable energy storage has resulted in lithium becoming a truly critical mineral. As the world races toward a clean energy future, the recycling of lithium batteries has become crucial. New research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) has highlighted that tapping into used batteries as a secondary source of lithium not only helps reduce environmental impact but also secures access to this valuable resource, supporting a circular e...

Alex Kimani Alex Kimani is a veteran finance writer, investor, engineer and researcher for Safehaven.com.  More Info Premium Content By Alex Kimani – Aug 19, 2025, 7:00 PM CDT According to WoodMac, the power sector currently faces a capacity gap of 1,400 GW for battery installations to achieve grid stability by 2034. Falling costs improve the bullish thesis for battery storage, with WoodMac revealing that battery energy storage prices declined by an average of 10% to 40% across global mar...

Welcome to the iOS 11 saga Apple cannot (or will not?) fix. After early signs of hope, five days later a flurry of familiar negative feedback has hit Apple iOS 11.2.1… Terrible battery life is again front and centre for iPhone and iPad owners after upgrading to iOS 11.2.1 with some devices lasting just minutes in a full charge. It’s a mess and the sooner Apple gets off this iOS 11 rush-and-release strategy the better. Apple iOS 11.2.1 Gordon Kelly Here are just a few examples of the problem...

Your iPhone’s battery never seems to last as long as you want it to. But with a few smart tweaks, you can stretch its life noticeably without changing how you use your phone. 5 Using Dark Mode All the Time Turning on dark mode can extend your iPhone’s battery life because it reduces the amount of power your screen needs to stay lit. That’s thanks to the OLED display found on modern iPhones. Unlike older LCD panels, which use a backlight to illuminate every pixel on the screen, OLED display...

Our Honor Magic V5 review is coming up, and we’ve already completed several of our in-house tests, including the battery life and charging components. The international version of the Magic V5 is equipped with a trendy Silicon-Carbon battery boasting a 5,820 mAh capacity (vs. 6,100 mAh on the Chinese model) and comes with 66W wired charging support. The phone did not disappoint when it comes to endurance, securing an Active Use Score of 11 hours and 52 minutes. The result positions the Magic V...

The HMD Vibe 2 features a fresh design with a larger camera module. (Image source: HMD Global, via JB Hi-Fi) HMD Global is expected to soon launch the Vibe 2, an affordable mid-range smartphone that has already been previewed by a retailer. Apparently, the design is somewhat reminiscent of the iPhone 17 Pro, with features including an improved main camera and a larger battery. Retailer JB Hi-Fi is already listing the as-yet-unannounced HMD Vibe 2, which is set to launch in Australia for A$288...

Image: Coros ZDNET key takeaways 22 days of battery life with optimized outdoor tracking Adventure Journal syncs maps, routes, photos, and voice pins Lightweight 47-millimeter design starts at $349 Get more in-depth ZDNET tech coverage: Add us as a preferred Google source on Chrome and Chromium browsers. You can usually find a watch on each of my wrists, and most of the time they track my running, biking, and indoor rowing. However, I also use sports watches to capture movement when fly fishing,...