These days, we rely heavily on our smartphones and tablets. You used to use your phone for calls and texts, and that was about it. Unless you were going on vacation, you didn’t normally worry about maintaining a full charge. You’d plug your phone in overnight every couple of days and leave it at that. …
Keeping all your devices charged can be a problem. Not that long ago, we didn’t worry as much about charging. Before smartphones, you charged your phone once a day or less. Sure, the chargers were non-standard and inconvenient. But you didn’t have to use them all that often. Other than phone calls and the odd …
If you’re using solar panels for power, congratulations! You’re contributing to the health of the planet. But solar panels have a major drawback; they only work when the sun is shining. This isn’t an issue if you’re connected to the grid. Thanks to net metering, you can sell excess solar power back to the utility …
Our smartphones are more than just tools. In many ways, they’re extensions of ourselves, that allow us to interact with the real world. Yes, they’re a way to stay in touch with friends and family. But think about something as simple as your banking app. If someone hands you a check, you can snap a …
Nowadays, it’s more important than ever to make sure your devices stay charged. Your smartphone is probably the most obvious one that comes to mind. Phones these days are used for a lot more than just calling and texting. If you listen to streaming music or podcasts, for example, you probably use your phone. We …