So if we can’t have longer-lived batteries, Toshiba’s new Super Charge cells may be the next best thing. The company claims the new cell charge to 80 percent of its capacity in just 60 seconds and can top out in just “a few minutes more.” Not only that, but after 1000 charge cycles, the lithium-ion cell loses only 1 percent of its charging capacity. Two of these cells and a nearby power outlet and you’ll be able to stay mobile indefinitely.
Toshiba preps minute-charge ‘miracle’ battery [TheRegisterUK]
Toshiba ultra-rapid charging battery [TechJapan]
