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CNET
2 days ago
- Business
- CNET
Save a Whopping 41% Off Anker's Portable Power Station and Be Prepared for Anything
While it's true that a power station might not be on many people's wishlists, it probably should be. That's definitely the case if you live in a part of the world where you can't always trust the local power grid to get the job done. But being prepared can often be costly, which is why this deal is worth checking out. Order soon, and you can grab an Anker portable generator for just $88. We can't promise that this deal will last for long, unfortunately, so make sure to order your new power station soon before you risk missing out. The Anker 548 power bank is technically a mini power station. It's rectangular in size and has a built-in handle for easy transportation. Weighing 5.72 pounds, this compact power station is relatively easy for most people to carry. Anker equipped this power station with a 60,000-mAh capacity battery that can reliably charge two devices at once. Hey, did you know? CNET Deals texts are free, easy and save you money. It also has multiple ports, including USB-C and USB-A, so you can charge most kinds of devices. It features a simple LCD display and a retractable LED light you can use in low-light situations or power outages. There are multiple ways to keep this power bank charged, including electricity and solar panels. If this deal isn't a fit for you, check out our list of the best tested power stations and best power banks for iPhone and Android. Why this deal matters The Anker 548 typically costs $150 and is now down to a much more accessible price. We have seen it slightly cheaper, but not by much, and we don't expect it to get that low again anytime soon. We do know that we don't expect it to get too much cheaper anytime soon, though.
Telegraph
3 days ago
- Business
- Telegraph
Ed Miliband approves £38bn Sizewell C nuclear plant
Ed Miliband has given final approval for the construction of Sizewell C nuclear power station at a cost of at least £38bn. The Energy Secretary took the final investment decision on the controversial power station on Tuesday. The site will take at least a decade to build. The Suffolk nuclear plant will have a capacity of about 3.2 gigawatts, enough to supply the needs of about six million homes for at least 60 years. The project has won approval despite the Government initially struggling to find investors willing to support it. EDF, France's state-owned power company, which is building sister-plant Hinkley C in Somerset, has cut its stake back from nearly 20pc to 12.5pc. However, Mr Miliband has managed to win over British Gas owner Centrica, which is taking a 15pc stake, Canadian investment fund La Caisse, with 20pc, and Amber Infrastructure, which is taking an initial 7.6pc stake. The Government still holds the majority stake. Mr Miliband said: 'It is time to do big things and build big projects in this country again – and today we announce an investment that will provide clean, home-grown power to millions of homes for generations to come. 'This Government is making the investment needed to deliver a new golden age of nuclear, so we can end delays and free us from the ravages of the global fossil fuel markets to bring bills down for good.' The UK Government will take an initial 44.9pc stake to become the single biggest equity shareholder in the project. The National Wealth Fund – the Government's principal investor and policy bank – is making its first investment in nuclear energy. It will provide the majority of the project's debt finance, working alongside Bpifrance Assurance Export, to help support the building of the power plant. Rachel Reeves, the Chancellor, said: 'La Caisse, Centrica and Amber's multi-billion-pound investment is a powerful endorsement of the UK as the best place to do business and as a global hub for nuclear energy. 'Delivering next generation, publicly owned clean power is vital to our energy security and growth, which is why we backed Sizewell C. This investment will create thousands of good quality jobs.' The new plant will be built on the Suffolk coast close to the decommissioned Sizewell A power station and the still-running Sizewell B plant. Ground works and other preliminary construction is already under way. Sizewell C will be part-funded by a new levy on consumer power bills called the Regulated Asset Base. The aim is to pay the construction costs as they are incurred rather than borrow and then pay decades of interest. Mr Miliband has claimed this levy will add only £12 a year to the average household bill, but his claim is being treated with scepticism by critics who point out that almost all major nuclear projects suffer massive delays and cost overruns. Claire Coutinho, the last Conservative energy secretary, now energy shadow secretary, gave the announcement a cautious welcome. She said: 'Britain needs the reliable, secure baseload that nuclear can bring, that's why we've laid radical amendments to the planning Bill to speed up nuclear build. If Labour were serious about nuclear, they would back them.'
News24
15-07-2025
- General
- News24
Koeberg Unit 1 return delayed, but no risk of load shedding, Eskom says
The planned return of Koeberg nuclear power station's Unit 1, which was offline due to long-term maintenance, has been delayed until the end of August.
Gizmodo
11-07-2025
- Automotive
- Gizmodo
Bluetti 2600W Solar Generator Is 60% Off as Amazon Takes Zero Profit for the End of Prime Day
Bluetti has built a strong reputation as one of the leaders in portable power stations, and right now one of its most powerful (and most recent) models is hitting a new all-time low on Amazon: The Bluetti Elite 200 (V2) solar generator with its robust 2600W AC outlets is available for just $699 as part of a Prime Day deal, which is an incredible 59% off its usual $1,699 price. This offer is exclusive to Prime members and expires tonight at midnight, unless stock runs out sooner. See at Amazon The Bluetti Elite 200 is designed to deliver serious power in a portable package: It's fitted with an enormous 2073.6Wh LFP battery which means you can charge phones and laptops or run mini-fridges and power tools for hours or days. With four 2600W AC outlets (and a 3900W peak output for high-power devices), the power station supports as many as nine devices simultaneously so it's ideal for group camping, outdoor events or as a home backup in case of power outages. This Elite 200 station uses car-grade LFP (LiFePO4) batteries which are well known for their safety and longevity. With over 6,000 times of charge cycles, Bluetti estimates a 17-year battery life which is twelve times the life of most standard portable power stations. Multi-layer protection systems ensure safe operation even in extreme temperatures so you can trust in consistent performance. With TurboBoost technology and built-in MPPT modules, you can recharge up to 80% in just 50 minutes with both AC and DC charging. This is a huge advantage if you need to top up in a rush before heading out or in unpredictable weather. The power station is also completely compatible with solar panels (sold separately) so you can keep it topped up and ready to go even when you're completely off the grid. With the Prime Day discount ending tonight, now is the perfect moment to buy reliable portable power. See at Amazon
Digital Trends
09-07-2025
- Business
- Digital Trends
DJI Power 2000 Power Station review: portable power for your drone show
DJI Power 2000 MSRP $1,899.00 Score Details 'DJI has a hit on their hands with the Power 2000 portable power station' Pros Reliable Simple to use Plenty of accessories Cons Poor AC outlet placement Lacks built-in wheels Expansion battery uses SDC port Buy for $1299 at Amazon We've had a lot of power stations come in our labs for testing over the past couple years from brands like Bluetti, Jackery, Dabsson, Ecoflow, Geneverse, Anker etc, but this would be the first DJI power station that I've personally tested. And I was a little surprised when I saw that DJI made power stations as I had not seen them advertised or promoted before. DJI is known for specializing in consumer drones and adventure cameras, so of course when people are out in the wilderness or parks with their DJI devices, having a portable power station with you to keep your gadgets charged, makes sense. The DJI 2000 is the company's third power station, and largest, holding twice the capacity of the brands previously largest power station, the DJI 1000 which was a hit among people. How much does the DJI Power 2000 Cost? The DJI 2000 is launching with an MSRP of $1,299 USD which is very close to the same price that their smaller Power 1000 power station had when it first launched, so I consider the price very reasonable considering the extra ports, power capacity and features. I took a glance at the DJI website while writing this review to see if the prices have changes on DJI's 1000 and 500 power stations, and they have. The DJI 1000 is now on sale for $699 and the 500 a respective $359 sale price, so if the DJI 2000 is more than you need, I would consider the previous gen power stations from the company. When compared side-by-side with the competition, the Power2000's price is on par with others in the space with no price advantage. What's in the box of the DJI Power 2000? Included in the box with the DJI 2000 is the unit itself, the power cable and a couple guidelines documentation. There are no printed instructions that were included but I was assured by DJI that the final production units would come with a printed instruction manual. For my review sample, DJI also included a Zignes 100W Solar Panel ($209) for testing and the DJI Power solar panel adapter module ($59) How does the app work and setup The DJI app works almost identically to other power station apps on the market in that you can see the current battery level, turn on and off the AC ports, and update the firmware. What bothered me was that I was not able to connect to the Power2000 remotely over Wi-Fi, only thru Bluetooth while standing next to it. Hopefully DJI can fix this in the future. To get the Power 2000 up and running, I connected my phone to the unit via Bluetooth and then programmed my home's Wi-Fi into the Power 2000. Very simple and standard for all of the power stations I have reviewed. DJI Power 2000: features, design and specifications From a design perspective, the DJI 2000 matches the look of most power stations in this price range and capacity – there are two handles on the end for carrying and all of the ports are only on the front of the unit, including the main A/C port to power the unit itself. In total, here is how many ports the DJI 2000 comes with: 4 x AC output ports (in various arrangements which is nice) 4 x USB-C ports (2 x 140W and 2 x 65W ports) 4 x USB-A ports 2 x SDC bi-directional ports for solar charging & accessories 1 x Car adapter port to charge the unit from your car Built in Bluetooth (to pair with the app and potentially future features) Built-in Wi-Fi to connect so you can connect to the DJI 2000 remotely Recommended Videos DJI did an impressive job of doubling the battery capacity of the Power 1000 while keeping the overall unit dimensions pretty similar – only 4-inches taller, but still the same width and depth. There are some features that DJI has incorporated into the Power 2000 which stand out to me. The first being how quiet it is. The company claims a 30dB noise rating (I tested it at about 31). I do not like the orientation of the AC outlets; they are not side-by-side but crammed next to each other in a box group to the left of the unit, and when most of them are being used, one is likely to be covered up and unusable when the others have cords plugged into them. You can check out complete specs here on the DJI website. DJI 2000 vs competition There are literally around 10-15 portable power stations that I think would compare to the DJI Power 2000 on the market. I tried to think of the ones that I liked best that you should consider looking at. They are below: Feature DJI Power 2000 Jackery 2000 v2 Jackery 2000 Plus Anker SOLIX C1000 EcoFlow DELTA 2 Max Capacity (Wh) 2 048 ~2 042 2 000 (+ ext) 1 056 2 000 (+ ext) Output (W) 3 000 2 200 6 000 surge 2 400 3 400 (X‑Boost) Recharge Speed 55 min AC Fast-charge 1.7 hr AC: ~2 hr; solar fast AC <1 hr; solar 600 W Fast solar & AC Weight ~22 kg/48 lb ~18 kg ~28 kg with wheel Mid-range Mid-range Portability Carry‑on, no wheels Compact handles Wheels + handle Compact Portable Expansion Capacity Up to ~22 kWh Not modular Up to ~24 kWh Limited Up to ~6 kWh Price (deal/MSRP) ~$1 299/1 899 $849–1 499 $799–2 199 ~$1 328 $949–1 769 What I like about the Anker Solix F2000 and the Jackery Explorer 2000 Plus is that they both have wheels and an expandable handle so you can roll these power stations without lifting them and putting strain on your back. The Jackery Explorer plus does weight about 12lbs more than the Power 2000 at 61lbs and the Anker comes in even heavier at 67lbs – so it makes sense that they have a built-in wheels and handle. Just keep in mind that their battery capacity are all the same at 2048Wh with similar connectivity and all the products in the chart support expansion batteries and solar chargers. Accessories DJI has several accessories available for the Power 2000 which I always love seeing – it proves to me that the brand is invested in their products and making their customers happy. I always love it when a product has an ecosystem of accessories both from the manufacturer and third party companies that allow you to build upon the base system. Some of the more notable accessories include: Expansion battery Expansion battery with hand truck combo (IYKYK – these get heavy) Solar and car fast chargers Various cables Solar panels I'm sure that more accessories will pop up for the Power 2000 in the next few weeks as there are only a base amount available it looks like on launch day. Real world testing the DJI 2000 Like every power station I review, I tested the Power 2000 by plugging my Danby garage freezer into the unit, charging electric bikes, and a portable outdoor electric heater. The Power 2000 was able to power my freezer for 18.4 hours on a single charge, highlighting the capacity of the power station (and the efficiency of my freezer of course) – perfect for a power outage. With the outdoor electric heater plugged in however, the Power 2000 was only able to provide 71 minutes of use before being completely drained. So if you have plans to use a heater while camping, or if the power goes out in your home and you want to use a heater, I would seriously consider using a larger power station. Using AC Power from my home, I was able to fully charge the Power 2000 in only 92 minutes which is very impressive. Most power stations of this capacity take up to 2-2.5 hours to fully charge. Using the Zignes 100W solar panels that DJI included with the DJI Power 2000, I wasn't able to get a full charge in the 10 hours I had it plugged in – this was likely due to weather conditions (always cloudy in Oregon) and I just don't think these solar panels are meant to charge any power station quickly. They trickle charge at a rate of about 5% per hour. I was confused as to why you needed to buy an adapter to use the solar panels, rather than being able to plug them directly into the power station. And the adapter isn't small (see the picture above), and you have to mount it to the side of the power station if you don't want it flopping around – not a great design in my opinion. How long will the DJI 2000 last? One of the most important factors for me when determining whether a batter operated product will last, is the battery quality itself. The DJI Power 2000 uses an LFP (lithium ferro phosphate) battery which DJI claims should provide over 80% capacity after 4000 cycles. There are pros and cons to using this type of battery, but over I like the use of LFP batteries in a power station because they are less likely to overheat and catch fire version regular Lithium-Ion batteries. And if you're likely to use the Power 2000 outdoors, heat is a big deal. What is the warranty of the DJI Power 2000? DJI provides a 3-year warranty standard which is great, but they also will extend the warranty to 5 years once you download and install the DJI home app, connect to the unit and register it, for a total of 5-years which is very impressive. In doing my research, power station warranties are all over the place, ranging from 1 to 5 years depending on the brand and battery type in the power station. LiFePO4 (lithium ion) battery power power stations tend to be on the longer 5-year warranty side. Warranty comparison: Brand Warranty Period Details Renogy 1-year material and workmanship warranty BLUETTI 24 to 72 months for portable power stations Anker 5-year warranty for LiFePO4 battery models, 1.5-year for NMC battery models Jackery 3-year warranty + 2-year extended warranty on some models EcoFlow 24 months standard; extended warranty available with registration ALLPOWERS 24 months standard; extended warranty available with registration EGO Power 3-year limited battery warranty ALLWEI 5-year warranty ATGepower 3-year warranty Should you buy it? I like that the DJI Power 2000 is designed primarily for those already bought into their eco-system of products, although I am not a drone enthusiast myself so that's not why I would be using the Power 2000. I like the portability of the Power 2000 with the handles; how relatively cool and quiet the unit is while charging and the ease of the phone app. If you want a power station that is on the lighter side when it comes to weight, the Power 2000 fits the bill. And if you are already a DJI fan and love their other products, the Power 2000 shouldn't disappoint. Personally, I like the features of the Anker Solix F2000 and the Jackery Explorer 2000 Plus more and would recommend one of those over the Power 2000. Having wheels and a handle built into the unit is a luxury I'd like, even if the units are heavier overall.
