After finding Acer’s motherboard schematics online and doing a little reverse-engineering, [Tiziano] has found a way to reuse batteries from his dead laptop, not only saving the batteries from ...

Once you have the tool kit, you'll need a replacement battery. Check the model number on your computer and then look up the battery on the manufacturer's website to know which replacement battery ...

WTF?! Far less than a quarter of e-waste generated globally is properly collected, treated, and recycled, according to the UN. That's why repurposing and extending the lifespan of discarded ...

First make sure it’s fully charged, then reboot the laptop and move it to a cool area The battery is one of the most vital parts of the computer, as it allows us to take our tech on the road and ...

Laboratory Technical Project Manager Gianmarco Chumbe has been part of the CNET Home team since 2018. He is in charge of developing and carrying out testing procedures for a wide variety of home ...

If you own a laptop that’s got a few years on the clock, you’ve probably contemplated getting a replacement battery for it. Which means you also know how much legitimate OEM packs cost ...

What is the best solar battery overall? We've evaluated dozens of solar batteries over the years, and in 2025, the Bluetti EP900 Home Battery Backup is CNET's pick for the best solar battery ...

Given these trends, Tesla may be buying as many of its type of battery cells as the rest of the computer industry combined by 2017, Green Car Reports estimates. Granted, there are a fair amount of ...