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They're in our phones, laptops and smartwatches—but lithium-ion batteries can be dangerous when damaged or overcharged.

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Lithium battery bags do work, but only to contain fires, not prevent them. For most users, they’re an inexpensive safeguard ...

Explore the world of solid-state batteries and the ongoing debate surrounding their viability. Key players like Toyota, ...

Major battery breakthroughs seemingly happen every day, but only some of that tech ever leaves the lab. WIRED breaks down ...

Despite their widespread use, many aspects of lithium-ion battery design have been based on trial and error, with a limited understanding of the underlying physical and chemical processes. A recent ...