For years, solar power at home was mostly limited to people who owned their rooftops and could afford the steep upfront costs. But now, a new generation of small, affordable systems — often called ...

The end of the track and field season saw 17 current or former Ducks head to Tokyo for the 2025 World Athletics Championships. There, Oregon... In a world that never truly powers down, the demand for ...

Due to my ADHD, I need a reminder to take my laundry out of the dryer—so changing batteries and remembering to recharge devices is just not going to work for me. As I reluctantly recharged my Ring ...

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Smart homes everywhere have embraced the wireless cam, and for good reason. You can put these battery-powered devices anywhere with one quick DIY step, and many come with weather resistance so outdoor ...

A drone weighing just 4 grams is the smallest solar-powered aerial vehicle to fly yet, thanks to its unusual electrostatic motor and tiny solar panels that produce extremely high voltages. Although ...

Can electric cars be powered with solar panels? There are several electric cars with solar panels available today — some recharge the smaller 12-volt battery that runs your air conditioning, while ...