Archive for the ‘battery’ Category
Thursday, August 24th, 2023
The Singapore-German Chamber of Industry and Commerce (SGC) gathered the five Singapore companies who will be flying the Singapore flag at IFA 2023 to give sneak previews of the main products that they are showcasing at the annual consumer electronics and home appliances fair.
Singapore products being showcased in IFA 2023 (clockwise from top left): myFirst Fone S3 smartphone for kids, OxyTap 5 oxygen infuser, igloohome Smart Padlock 2, UB+ dB1 Doublebass Bluetooth Speaker, Red Monster Power Air Mini portable charger.
IFA (Internationale Funkausstellung Berlin – international radio exhibition Berlin) is a global consumer electronics and home appliances show held annually in Berlin in September.
The exhibitors from Singapore heading out to IFA 2023, together with members of the media.
IFA this year will be from 1-5 September and will include the following five home-grown tech brands from Singapore.
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Tags:appliances, consumer, electronics, events, exhibitions, IFA, IFA 2023, IFA 2023 Singapore, Igloohome, myFirst, OxyTap, Red Monster, UB+
Posted in Air Purifiers, Appliances, Audio, battery, Brief, Events, events, Gadgets, gadgets, smartwatches, speakers, Watches | 10 Comments »
Monday, August 21st, 2023
tech4travel: I asked an Apple fan what is the latest Apple accessory he’s using and he showed me this nifty gadget that he carries around, especially when he travels – the Belkin BoostCharge Pro Fast Wireless Charger for Apple Watch + Power Bank 10K.
The Belkin BoostCharge Pro Fast Wirelesss Charger for Apple Watch + Power Bank 10K (BPD005) retails in Singapore for S$159 from Challenger stores, challenger.sg, iStudio stores, as well as Belkin official stores on Lazada and Shopee Mall.
For Dylan, the key highlights for the wireless charger cum power bank are as below.
Swift Charging Capability: If you value rapid charging, the Belkin BoostCharge Pro is a standout performer. It effortlessly charges Apple iPhones, providing up to 30% battery capacity in under 20 minutes, ensuring you spend less time waiting and more time using your device.
Another compact multi-tasking accessory for Apple users from Belkin. This nifty travel companion wirelessly charges your Apple Watch at 7.5W while simultaneously charging your iPhone for up to 20W fast charging.
Efficient Self-Recharge: The power bank itself swiftly replenishes its energy levels, going from one button to four buttons fully charged in approximately 2 hours. This convenient feature keeps you ready for any adventures that lie ahead.
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Tags:accessories, Belkin, BoostCharge, chargers, mobile, new arrivals, power, reviews, Singapore, tech4travel, travel, TUCU, Watch
Posted in Accessories, Apple, battery, Belkin, chargers, Gadgets, gadgets, newArrivals, Prices, Review, reviews, Singapore, Specifications, travel, TUCU | 6 Comments »
Friday, June 9th, 2023
Battery life is a critical factor for IoT devices. In this commentary, Brian Whitaker at Keysight Technologies examines how battery emulation and test software can help you accurately measure battery life and extend the battery life of an IoT device.
Battery life affects the cost and reliability of IoT-based infrastructure and is a key purchasing consideration for consumer electronic IoT devices.
Battery life can contribute significantly to the cost and reliability of the Internet of Things (IoT) infrastructure. While for consumer electronic devices, battery life is often a critical purchase consideration. Therefore, the fact the calculated battery life of IoT devices is often inaccurate is a significant issue for manufacturers.
One method to measure battery life is to divide the battery capacity in amp-hours by the average current drain in amps, which provides a time in hours. However, in the real world, this calculation is overly simplistic.
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Tags:battery, byline, commentary, interviews, IoT, Keysight, opinion, simulation, Tech Focus, technology, testing
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Wednesday, January 19th, 2022
In today’s electronics applications, batteries power nearly all of our portable electronic devices. Batteries also serve as emergency power backup systems on large premises. And all-electric vehicles use large cascading battery packs to meet the expected power for the required performance.
In this guest commentary, Bernard Ang from Keysight Technologies shares his insights on specialised battery testing.
Batteries are the key to our portable/mobile electronic gadgets in this digital era.
Battery packs need the required specific power (W/kg) to be able to dispense enough current to achieve the electric vehicle speed performance.
They also need the required specific energy (Wh/kg) to achieve longer runtime or travel range.
Why is it important to monitor battery temperature?
Most rechargeable batteries today are lithium ion and have an operating range between 15 °C and 35 °C at which their full performance and capacity kicks in.
- If the battery and its ambient temperature is below 15 °C, you may experience sluggish electrochemical reactions within the battery and as a result, lower battery performance and reduced charge capacity.
- If the battery or battery pack operates above 35 °C in ambient temperature, battery degradation can accelerate over time. As a result, you may notice shorter battery life, non-uniform aging due to thermal gradients, greater exposure to safety issues, and higher life cycle costs. At extremely hot temperatures, batteries can break down and cause leakage, smoke, fire, and even explosions.
The power map chart below shows the power limits of your lithium-ion battery or battery packs across the temperature range.
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Tags:insights, Keysight, opinions, Tech Focus, technology, vehTech
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Monday, December 13th, 2021
Tech-U-Can-Use (TUCU): Need a wireless charging stand to charge your iPhone 13 or iPhone 12 so you can continue using the phone while it’s still charging? Guest reviewer Jennifer Lee checks out the 7.5W BoostCharge magnetic wireless charger stand from Belkin for her iPhone 13 Pro Max.
#tech4xmas: This BoostCharge wireless charger stand from Belkin makes a suitable Christmas present for iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 owners. Photo credit: Jennifer Lee.
The magnetic wireless charger stand is MagSafe compatible for iPhone 13 and iPhone 12.
The wireless charger stand is available in black or white.
With MagSafe, it was easy to place my iPhone 13 Pro Max onto the stand – it snaps into place and there is no worries that the placement is misaligned.
There is an LED safety indicator that comes on when the charging commences.
The magnetic attachment is strong enough to hold the iPhone securely.
The stand is great for zoom calls or FaceTime – it holds the phone upright either in portrait or landscape mode.
A 20W USB-C Power Delivery 3.0 power adapter is included in the box.
In addition, the charge pad is protected by a Belkin Connected Equipment Warranty.
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Tags:accessories, Apple, Belkin, BoostCharge, chargers, iPhone, reviews, tech4xmas, tech4xmas 2021, TUCU, wireless
Posted in Accessories, battery, Belkin, Gadgets, gadgets, Opinion, Prices, Review, reviews, Specifications, TUCU | 2 Comments »
Saturday, December 4th, 2021
Tech-U-Can-Use (TUCU): My mom’s in-box power supply for her phone died on her, so I got her a replacement wall charger – as a replacement and upgrade.
The Belkin BoostCharge USB-C PD 3.0 PPS Wall Charger 25W is an intelligent charger for those new phones that doesn’t include chargers in the box, as a second charger at the office, or simply as a spare/backup charger.
The main features of Belkin’s BoostCharge 25W wall charger can be gleaned from its lengthy name.
It’s a wall charger, it can charge at up to 25W max power, it uses USB-C, it is PD 3.0 certified, and it is equipped with PPS technology.
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Tags:accessories, Belkin, BoostCharge, chargers, TUCU
Posted in Accessories, battery, Belkin, Gadgets, Home, Opinion, Prices, Review, reviews, Specifications, TUCU | 3 Comments »
Tuesday, September 29th, 2020
Xiaomi is launching its new Mi 10T smartphone, together with its Mi 10T Pro and Mi 10T Lite versions. Also launching is the Mi Watch and Mi 65W Fast Charger with GaN tech.
The Xiaomi Mi 10T and its variants offer good cameras, AdaptiveSync displays, powerful processors and long-lasting batteries.
The prices and availability will be announced at a later date.
All three versions of the Mi 10T phones are 5G-capable and come with dual SIM.
The Mi Watch includes over 100 watch faces, camera remote function, native emojis on notifications and voice control.
Xiaomi is also debuting the Mi Watch – its first smartwatch for the global market.
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Tags:chargers, Mi, new arrivals, Singapore, smartphones, smartwatches, Xiaomi
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Thursday, July 9th, 2020
Canon has just launched two new full-frame mirrorless cameras in the EOS R lineup: the EOS R5 and EOS R6; as well as three RF-mount prime lens and its first super-telephoto L zoom lens. Price & Availability below.
Shoot high-resolution, professional-level still images and HDR PQ HEIF 10-bit video with the Canon EOS R5 and EOS R6.
The EOS R5 and EOS R6 are aimed at advanced amateurs and professionals, and are designed to provide a high-quality, high-speed shooting experience.
The four RF-mounted lenses are:
- RF85mm f/2 IS STM
- RF600mm f/11 STM
- RF800mm f/11 IS STM
- RF100-500mm f/4.5-7.1L IS USM
The three RF-mount prime lenses are fixed focal length lenses which will appeal to advanced amateurs, especially those focusing on wildlife or portrait photography.
The super-telephoto L zoom lens allows users to shoot even further with its focal length of 500mm.
Price & Availability below.
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Tags:accessories, availability, cameras, Canon, EOS, launch, lenses, mirrorless, prices, Singapore
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Tuesday, March 14th, 2017
For travellers that hate the bulkiness of the British 3-pin plug, the Flip plug allow the plug to be folded into a compact flat form factor for packing away into the luggage bag. Prices below.
The Flip comes in three designs to cater to varying power needs. From left: Flip Duo (S$39), Flip Quad (S$59), Flip Power (S$69).
The Flip is the result of a successful Kickstarter campaign which raised £28,115 from 1,140 backers, exceeding their initial goal of £15,000.
Where to buy
The Flip Duo (S$39), Flip Quad (S$59) and Flip Power (S$69) plugs are now available at all Antė stores, EpiCentre, iStudio, Robinsons, TwoBros Lifestyle & Gadget Store and We the People.
Each purchase includes One (1) Year Limited Warranty.
Measuring in at a mere 18mm when folded, the Flip is only a third of the standard British plug’s thickness.
When folded, the pins are hidden away when not in use, protecting your devices and other items from scratches when stored together with the Flip.
To use, simply press the auto-release button, lock the pin and you are ready to go.
The Flip comes in three designs to cater to varying power needs.
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Tags:accessories, Flug, gadgets, Lamch, OneAdaptr, travel
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Tuesday, May 31st, 2016
Available in multiple battery sizes (1X, 2X, 3X, 5X, 8X), the powerstation line provides dynamic, on-the-go charging options with up to 15,000mAh. Prices below.
Users will enjoy up to 54 additional hours of talk time, 59 additional hours of web browsing, 59 additional hours of video playback, and 272 additional hours of audio time.
Mobile battery case maker Mophie has launched its next generation powerstation lineup of universal battery solutions for mobile devices.
The new mophie powerstation 3X and mophie powerstation 8X are currently available in all mophie authorised dealers at S$119 and S$224 respectively.
This marks the release of mophie’s slimmest collection of universal power products to date.
These quick-charging devices sport an aluminum finish, and integrate with the company’s mobile power management app, mophie Power.
Also showcased at the launch in Suntec City in Singapore was this waterproof batterycase from Mophie. The JuicePack H2PRO for iPhone 6 & iPhone 6 plus are now available in black for S$189 in Singapore. Waterproof, dropproof, dustproof, dirtproof. 2,750mAh battery, for 14hrs additional talk time, 10hrs additional web browsing, 11hrs additional video playback, 50hrs additional music playback.
The mophie Power app allows users to concurringly monitor and manage the battery life of their smartphone and bluetooth-enabled powerstation units (5x and 8x models only).
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Tags:battery, case, H2PRO, mobile, Mophie, powerstation, Singapore, smartphones
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Tech Focus: Four Ways to Enhance IoT Battery Performance Using Emulation Software
Friday, June 9th, 2023Battery life is a critical factor for IoT devices. In this commentary, Brian Whitaker at Keysight Technologies examines how battery emulation and test software can help you accurately measure battery life and extend the battery life of an IoT device.
Battery life affects the cost and reliability of IoT-based infrastructure and is a key purchasing consideration for consumer electronic IoT devices.
Battery life can contribute significantly to the cost and reliability of the Internet of Things (IoT) infrastructure. While for consumer electronic devices, battery life is often a critical purchase consideration. Therefore, the fact the calculated battery life of IoT devices is often inaccurate is a significant issue for manufacturers.
One method to measure battery life is to divide the battery capacity in amp-hours by the average current drain in amps, which provides a time in hours. However, in the real world, this calculation is overly simplistic.
(more…)
Tags:battery, byline, commentary, interviews, IoT, Keysight, opinion, simulation, Tech Focus, technology, testing
Posted in battery, Business IT, Enterprise IT, Internet of Things, Interview, IoT, Keysight, Opinion, Software, Tech Focus, Trends | 2 Comments »