DJI debuts 2 kWh Power 2000 battery

DJI previously offered a Power 1000 battery, released in 2024, but the company’s new Power 2000 model is uniquely compatible with its ecosystem, plus expansion batteries. July 4, 2025 Tristan Rayner Image: DJI From ESS News DJI has launched a new addition to its portable battery lineup, the Power 2000. The unit delivers 2 kWh of storage and 3 kW continuous output, targeting users who need compact, high-capacity off-grid power. At $1,299, it enters a competitive segment that includes products f...
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Four dead, 14 injured in drive-by shooting outside Chicago nightclub

Four dead, 14 injured in drive-by shooting outside Chicago nightclub

On July 4, 2025, 10:03 AM At least four people were killed and 14 others injured in a drive-by shooting outside a Chicago nightclub, police said. Chicago Police said a dark-coloured car drove past the club around 23:00 local time (04:00 GMT) on Wednesday, when gunmen inside the vehicle opened fire into a crowd of people outside. The crowd was said to be leaving the nightclub following an album release party for rapper Mello Buckzz, the BBC’s US partner, CBS News reported. Police said the vehic...
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Novel sizing approach for PV, battery storage in smart homes

Scientists in Iran have developed a novel framework to optimize the capacity of PV and battery storage in smart homes, using a two-stage stochastic programming model. They considered the uncertainties in the grid, market price, and PV output, while also looking at different operation cases. July 4, 2025 Lior Kahana Researchers from Iran’s Babol Noshirvani University of Technology have developed a new framework for optimizing the capacity of PV and battery storage in smart homes (SHs). The nove...
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Tesla struggles in Germany with 60pct drop in June sales

Tesla struggles in Germany with 60pct drop in June sales

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‘We’re optimistic’: Repealing federal electric vehicle mandate top ask for Carney, industry association says

‘We’re optimistic’: Repealing federal electric vehicle mandate top ask for Carney, industry association says

The federal government’s electric vehicle sales mandate aims to see all new vehicles sold be zero-emission by 2035. Photo by Peter J. Thompson/National Post/File Article content OTTAWA — As pressure builds on the federal government to make changes to its electric vehicle sales mandate, a spokeswoman for Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin says they will be engaging with provinces and industry to ensure that measures “reflect” current circumstances.  THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBS...
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iPhone 17 Pro Max battery leak suggests Apple is finally listening

iPhone 17 Pro Max battery leak suggests Apple is finally listening

It won’t be long before Apple unveils the iPhone 17 lineup. With several controversies surrounding the base model, it seems the company is going all-in on the iPhone 17 Pro Max. According to Weibo leaker Instant Digital, the iPhone 17 Pro Max will have the biggest battery ever available on an iPhone: 5,000mAh. If the rumor is accurate, Apple is increasing the battery capacity by almost 7% over the previous record. Interestingly enough, Apple has been steadily increasing the battery life availa...
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Diogo Jota tragically killed in car crash at age of 28

Diogo Jota tragically killed in car crash at age of 28

Liverpool forward Diogo Jota has tragically died in a car crash in Spain, less than two weeks after his wedding. Jota was travelling with his brother – fellow footballer Andre – in a car in Zamora in north-west Spain, when the vehicle left the road. A Liverpool statement read: ‘Liverpool Football Club are devastated by the tragic passing of Diogo Jota. ‘The club have been informed the 28-year-old has passed away following a road traffic accident in Spain along with his brother, Andre. ...
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This portable battery station powered my home for two weeks – and it’s on sale for Prime Day

This portable battery station powered my home for two weeks – and it’s on sale for Prime Day

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Jackery Explorer 2000 Plus expands up to 24,000 Wh, powering a home for two weeks. Built-in wheels and handle make the Explorer 2000 Plus easy to move. The Explorer 2000 Plus delivers 3,000W power, fast charging, and rugged durability. View now at Amazon Find the Jackery Explorer 2000 Plus on sale for up to 50% off ahead of Amazon Prime Day. You can save more or less depending on the accessories you bundle with the power station. Also: The 55+ best Prime Day deals...
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Google will give Pixel 6a owners up to $150 towards a new phone amid battery reduction

Google will give Pixel 6a owners up to $150 towards a new phone amid battery reduction

With its update coming next week, Google has now confirmed how much it will pay out towards a new phone for Pixel 6a owners who will be affected by an upcoming battery reduction. Over the past few months, it’s become apparent that there’s a battery issue with Pixel 6a devices. Google has since acknowledged that, yes, there is a problem with some units. The company is now preparing to roll out a mandatory update that, for affected units, will reduce the battery capacity and charging as a prev...
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Our Motorola Razr+ 2025 video review is out

Our Motorola Razr+ 2025 video review is out

In our Motorola Razr 2025 video review, we concluded that the phone holds promise, but chipset performance, battery life and camera image quality left something to be desired. Maybe the Motorola Razr+ 2025 is the better option? The truth is that the Razr+ 2025 is essentially a re-release of last year’s Razr+, except with upgraded ingress protection (IP48 instead of IPX8) and a newer Android version out of the box. The Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 is no match for modern flagship chips like in the Razr U...
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