Google’s Pixel Watch is moving one step closer to release today, as three models of the smartwatch have gotten approval from the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG).
We’ve been learning a great deal about Google’s debut first-party Wear OS device in the last few weeks, especially as pre-release units have made their way into the hands of a few. We now have a firm idea of what the Pixel…
iPhone production in India grew by 50% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2022, according to new market intelligence data. Sales within the country are also growing, despite the fact that average selling prices are increasing through the sale of more premium models.
While…
Apple Self Service Repair store now available, allowing customers to repair their own iPhones for the first time
April 27, 2022
Apple today launched the Self Service Repair Store, allowing iPhone customers in the United States access to parts and manual that they can use to repair their own devices.
The new store enables repairs of iPhone SE, iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 components, including display…
Apple officially opened up its self-service repair store that allows anyone to buy genuine iPhone parts and tools. And along with the launch, the company has detailed documentation on the step-by-step processes for a variety of repairs. Here’s where to download iPhone repair manuals direct from Apple for free.
It may be possible to save a few dollars by repairing your own iPhone through…
Lucid Motors announces agreement with Gov’t of Saudi Arabia to purchase up to 100k EVs over the next decade
April 27, 2022
Lucid Group has announced a new agreement with long-time supporter Saudi Arabia and its Ministry of Finance. Under the terms of the agreement, the Government of Saudi Arabia has committed to purchasing 50,000 EVs from Lucid Motors over the next ten years, with the option to…
Posten Norge, the Norwegian postal service, has put into service a 19-ton all-electric delivery truck from Scania on the remote Arctic archipelago of Svalbard, as reported by Teknisk Ukeblad. This truck means Posten’s delivery fleet on Svalbard now consists solely of…
QuantumScape update: Solid-state cells will cut EV charging time in half and increase volumetric density over 50%
April 27, 2022
In a letter to shareholders outlining its progress through Q1 of 2022, solid-state battery manufacturer QuantumScape has shared some exciting updates. These include a new 16-layer, solid-state cell – an initial proof of concept of the company’s proprietary cell format. Additionally, QuantumScape shared news of scaled manufacturing and plans for increased production capacity. There’s lots to…
Quick Charge Podcast: April 26, 2022
April 27, 2022
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.
New episodes of Quick Charge are recorded Monday through Thursday and again on…
Here’s how a new US protectionist move is backfiring badly on the US solar industry [update]
April 27, 2022
The US Department of Commerce (DOC) is investigating whether Southeast Asian solar cell manufacturers are using parts made in China that would normally be subject to a tariff. Most of the US solar industry asserted that the DOC investigation will devastate their businesses…
A group of customers has filed a lawsuit against the fast-food chain Burger King alleging that the company’s advertising photos make the food look bigger than what they were served up in reality.
A South Florida lawyer representing the plaintiffs called Anthony Russo has filed a lawsuit against the global fast-food restaurant chain for misleading customers by misrepresenting the size…
