Recently here in The Current, I mentioned a YouTuber who ended up in the ER because of a smart ring. A bunch of you left me comments asking the same thing: “How does that even happen?” Let me explain, because this wasn’t the guy’s fault. It was a complete tech failure. 💍 Ring of fire […]
Lithium-ion batteries are everywhere, powering your phone, laptop, iPad, toothbrush, e-bike, EV and power bank. We love them because they’re compact, rechargeable and efficient. But when things go wrong? They go really wrong. Fires caused by lithium batteries are becoming more common and more dangerous. A small phone battery can ignite a couch. Now imagine […]
Your phone is dying as you’re reading this. Many people don’t realize that, like milk, condoms or your favorite hot sauce that’s been in the fridge since 2018, your phone has an expiration date. Here are the average lifespans for some of today’s most popular phone brands and makes: To be clear: These are averages. […]
Maybe this photo is a little bit dramatic. BUT, electronics are exploding. Everything from your phone to your e-bike runs on lithium-ion. While batteries are small energy wonders, they’re also tiny explosives just begging for an excuse to ruin your day. Or your house. Or your entire block. As temps rise, so does the risk, […]
When it comes to tech myths, I’ve heard ‘em all. Here are some popular ones, debunked.
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Hearing aids aren’t made like they used to be. Here’s what makes new models different.
