I'm a tech journalist and author from Gloucestershire, UK. In a world of fast-charging USB-C devices, you might have thought AAA batteries were a thing of the past. For anyone with children's toys or ...

I used to rely on AA and AAA batteries that needed a dedicated charger - now I've switched to USB-rechargeable ones, and can't go back.

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After earlier USB-C discussions, I'm wondering about chargers for rechargeable NiMH AA and AAA batteries. These batteries are still amazing work horses after many decades, having upgraded their mAh ...

Many devices in German households still operate on batteries, such as remote controls, clocks or alarms, children's toys, and ...

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Seems like alot of electronics I have complain about running NiMH batteries, because the nominal voltages are lower than alkaline. Are rechargeable lithium batteries a good option instead? What I can ...