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Gizmodo
09-06-2025
- Gizmodo
This Anker Portable Power Station Hits Its Lowest Price as Amazon Clears Out Stock Early in June
There's nothing quite like heading into the great outdoors or prepping for a camping trip, until your devices run out of juice. You need to keep your phone charged for navigation or power a lantern at night. or just having peace of mind during a power outage, portable energy solutions have become a must-have. That's where the Anker Portable Outdoor Generator comes in. No matter where you go, even when you're off-grid, you can have access to power to keep you juiced up and ready for whatever's on the agenda and then some. See at Amazon You can check out Amazon right now to get the Anker Portable Outdoor Generator for just $90, down from its usual price of $150. That's $60 off and a discount of 40%. Portable and affordable power for every situation This isn't your average power bank. It's designed for people who want something more rugged, more capable, and more flexible than a typical battery pack. It offers just enough power to make a real difference when you're off-grid but doesn't come with the bulk or cost of a full-size power station. The PowerCore Reserve features a 192Wh capacity (roughly 60,000mAh), which means you can charge your phone multiple times, power small appliances, or keep lights running for extended periods. If you've ever been out on a hike and returned to a dead phone or lost power during a storm, you know how much a little backup can matter. It's all kitted out with everything you need so you can get everything charged, too, like USB-C ports (60W and 27W) along with two USB-A ports. There's also a retractable LED light built in that has multiple brightness levels and an emergency SOS function. You can even use this power station with a solar panel if you have one with the right voltage. Y ou can plug it in and use solar power to recharge the generator. That's a huge bonus if you don't have an alternative energy source or just want to run clean energy to power everything you have up. If you've been on the fence about getting a power solution for your outdoor adventures or household preparedness kit, this Anker option strikes the perfect balance between affordability and functionality, and right now, the price makes it even easier to justify. Saving 40% makes it an even more palatable buy, and you likely won't see these kinds of savings for the foreseeable future, so might as well lock in. See at Amazon
Gizmodo
05-06-2025
- Business
- Gizmodo
BLUETTI Portable Power Station With a 17-Year Lifespan Drops 45%, That's Only $55 a Year Over Time
Be prepared no matter where you go with this portable power station that'll always keep you juiced up. No matter what your plans are, it's always good to prepared for an outage. The summer heat is here in full force, and that means storms aren't too far behind. And you can never predict an emergency. So why go without electricity unless you absolutely have to? Here's the thing: You don't. Not when we live in a world where generators and power stations can keep us juiced up even in the nastiest of accidents and scary storms. And if you head to Amazon right now, you can score one for a great price. Check out Amazon to get the Bluetti Solar Generator Elite 200 for just $949, down from its usual price of $1,699. That's $750 off and a discount of 44%. See at Amazon A portable generator that works hard for you This model has an impressive 2073.6Wh capacity, with 2600W of continuous AC power, with surges up to 5200W. That's more than enough to run multiple high-demand devices at once. That means things like portable refrigerators, power tools, laptops, and even small appliances can be charged. In fact, you can power up to nine devices at the same time if you'd like. And you'll be able to use this Bluetti Solar Generator for a long time. Inside you'll find automotive-grade LFP (lithium iron phosphate) batteries that are rated for over 6,000 cycles. They should be good for about 17 years of regular use. There are tons of other portable power stations that don't even come close, and while you're definitely paying for it even with this one on sale, you're still getting plenty in return. And if you've got to take it out on the road, you can do that. It's equipped to handle tough environments, thanks to multi-layer safety protections that help it perform even in extreme temperatures. Plus, TurboBoost tech and integrated MPPT modules, you can charge the unit up to 80% in just 50 minutes with both AC and DC input. That means less downtime and more energy independence, especially if you're using it as part of a solar setup. The updated companion app lets you monitor and control power usage in real time, adding convenience and helping extend your battery life. The bundle includes everything you need to get started: the Elite 200 V2 unit, AC and solar charging cables, a grounding screw, and a user manual. Just don't lose all of those things. If you've been waiting for the right portable generator to add to your setup, this is a deal worth jumping on. This power station is awesome, packs plenty of power and longevity, and is perfect for everything from backwoods adventures to backup plans. And, of course, when the lights go out. See at Amazon
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
After health complaints, power shift brings relief to Kauhale neighbors
HONOLULU (KHON2) — It's a quieter morning in Iwilei. For residents like Gerrine Budig, it's a welcome change. 'The little one was kinda hidden. You could barely see it over the fence. But it was the big one that was the monster. All gone. Peace,' Budig, who has lived at the senior living facility since 2017, said. Honolulu to hold 74th Mayor's Memorial Day Ceremony Three months ago, Gerrine and her neighbors contacted KHON2 to tell us of their battle against constant noise and noxious fumes from a generator powering the Alana Ola Pono kauhale next door. The generator, according to them, ran 24/7. 'The diesel smell, the fuel smell, or whatever it was, it would make you kinda dizzy,' Budig said. The situation escalated to petitions, community meetings and voices response, last week the generator was removed and the kauhale was conncted to the electrical grid. The state Office on Homelessness and Housing Solutions told us the generator was intended to be temporary while HECO's connection plans too longer than expected. According to the governor's office, there are currently 47 residents in 43 households at Alana Ola Pono kauhale. To date, the kauhale has served a total of 65 residents, 11 have transitioned into permanent housing. With the generator now gone, the focus shifts on the future of kauhale living in Hawaii. $37 million was allocated in the budget towards building five more kauhale statewide. Download the free KHON2 app for iOS or Android to stay informed on the latest news House Bill 431, passed this legislative session, aims to strengthen the Kauhale Initiative. It provides $50 million for the program, requires an audit of the initiative and mandates regular reporting. The bill awaits the governor's approval. 'We've seen the benefits in our communities of getting people off the street. So it's not a negative about the program, but it's not a new program anymore, and we're actually investing a lot of money into it continually. And so we would like there to be management, just like anything,' said State Representative Lisa Marten, chair of the House Committee on Human Services and Homelessness. As Hawaii continues to address homelessness, the balance between providing shelter and maintaining community well-being remains delicate. At least back in Iwilei, residents' attitude towards the kauhale has changed. 'I have nothing bad to say about this one. They even have security guards they patrol this whole Iwilei Road. That's good, too,' Budig said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Semi crashes into generator in Palm Desert resulting in power outages and elevator rescue
A semi struck a generator in Palm Desert Saturday evening, leading to power outages that required firefighters to remove four people stuck in a hotel elevator when the building lost power. A Riverside County Sheriff's Department spokesperson told The Desert Sun in an email that deputies were dispatched to the intersection of Highway 111 and Hospitality Row in Palm Desert at around 6:15 p.m. The spokesperson said that deputies were still on-scene as of 6:50 p.m. She confirmed no one was injured in the crash. Cal Fire Public Information Officer Tawny Castro said the four people had not sustained any injuries when they were removed from the elevator. She also said that Southern California Edison staffers were en route to address the power outages. A Desert Sun staff member at the scene reported that power remained out at the Holiday Inn Express hotel. The sound of the crash initially created concern among some in the area who wondered if they had heard another explosion following the one that occurred at a fertility clinic in Palm Springs earlier in the day. Paul Albani-Burgio covers growth, development and business in the Coachella Valley. Follow him on Twitter at @albaniburgiop and email him at This article originally appeared on Palm Springs Desert Sun: Semi crashes into generator in Palm Desert; power outage results
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Semi crashes into generator in Palm Desert resulting in power outages and elevator rescue
A semi struck a generator in Palm Desert Saturday evening, leading to power outages that required firefighters to remove four people stuck in a hotel elevator when the building lost power. A Riverside County Sheriff's Department spokesperson told The Desert Sun in an email that deputies were dispatched to the intersection of Highway 111 and Hospitality Row in Palm Desert at around 6:15 p.m. The spokesperson said that deputies were still on-scene as of 6:50 p.m. She confirmed no one was injured in the crash. Cal Fire Public Information Officer Tawny Castro said the four people had not sustained any injuries when they were removed from the elevator. She also said that Southern California Edison staffers were en route to address the power outages. A Desert Sun staff member at the scene reported that power remained out at the Holiday Inn Express hotel. The sound of the crash initially created concern among some in the area who wondered if they had heard another explosion following the one that occurred at a fertility clinic in Palm Springs earlier in the day. Paul Albani-Burgio covers growth, development and business in the Coachella Valley. Follow him on Twitter at @albaniburgiop and email him at This article originally appeared on Palm Springs Desert Sun: Semi crashes into generator in Palm Desert; power outage results
