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Belkin Launches Semi‑Solid‑State Power Banks Promising Triple‑Life and Safer Heat Management
WHY IT MATTERS
The longer lifespan and safer operation could shift consumer expectations for mobile power solutions, prompting competitors to adopt similar tech.
What happened
Belkin has unveiled its first power banks that use semi‑solid‑state battery technology, a move that places the company alongside BMX, Kuxiu, and Zens in the emerging market. The new accessories, branded as BoostSolid Cell, incorporate a gel‑like layer with the typical liquid electrolyte found in lithium‑ion batteries.
Belkin claims the design can extend battery life up to three times longer than conventional power banks. The gel layer also lowers the risk of overheating, which can cause swelling or fires, and delivers consistent power across a broader temperature range.
The devices are priced higher than comparable models, reflecting the added technology and durability.
PRIMARY SOURCES
Belkin introduces its first longer-lasting semi-solid-state power banks
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