Review Geek - How to Take Care of Your EV Battery

October 14, 2022

Everybody knows electric vehicles run on battery power rather than an internal combustion engine. However, that doesn’t mean your car needs less care and maintenance. It just needs a different kind. In our top story, our resident EV expert, Cory Gunther, runs you through everything you need to know to keep your EV’s battery running as long as possible.

Other highlights:

• Polestar unveils its newest all-electric SUV with a 300-mile range.
• Netflix announces a new “Basic with Ads” payment tier, with some restrictions.
• Looking for a new turntable? We’ve got the best models of 2022.
• …and more!

–Danny

With gas prices still out of control, more and more consumers are buying or considering an electric vehicle. And as more people switch to EVs, battery maintenance will be a big topic of discussion. Yes, there’s more to it than you think. Read More »

In the last couple of years, the demand for vinyl records has hit record highs, along with the devices that play them. But while record players are all in one system that include speakers, if you already have a high-end sound system, what you really want is a good turntable. Read More »

Adulthood means you get to tackle all sorts of new tasks, including breaking down materials for projects or cleanup. If you use the right saw, you can work faster. With these saws in your workshop, no project will slow you down. Read More »

Using a cable to charge is still the go-to for most people, but wireless charging stands like the Mophie snap+ make a compelling case for the move to a more modern solution. With the ability to charge a phone, earbuds, and a smartwatch at the same time, the value proposition is clear. Read More »

Polestar has fully unveiled its stylish new all-electric SUV. The premium electric car maker co-owned by Volvo gave us a teaser image last month, but now we know its first SUV has luxurious good looks and plenty of range, but it’ll be an expensive vehicle when it hits the road in 2023. Read More »

Carving a pumpkin by hand is often more frustrating than it is rewarding. But this stencil kit lets you quickly carve the perfect pumpkin. Really, you just pull all the gunk out of your pumpkin, hold a stencil against its “face,” and push the stencil through with a mallet.

Starting next month, you’ll be able to enjoy a new Netflix Basic with Ads plan for only $6.99 per month. It’s an affordable option for users, but it’s not all good news. Read More »

The new Amazon Kindle packs plenty of premium features into a compact package. Sure, you could buy this newly released e-reader by itself. But some Amazon Kindle accessories like covers, screen protectors, and tablet stands can take your reading experience to the next level. Read More »

As always, Eve is doing an amazing job keeping its products up to date. The third-gen Eve Light Switch, which is available today for $50, is Matter-ready and adds support for Thread networking. It also supports three-way switches—thank goodness. Read More »

Earlier this month, Google launched the Pixel 7 line of smartphones. And before they’re even in customers’ hands, there’s already a potential battery-life issue. Adam Conway over at XDA Developers noticed his Pixel 7 Pro review unit consumed power much faster when used at higher brightness, especially outdoors. Read More »

The transition to Wear OS 3 was a mess, to say the least. Due to its increased hardware requirements, Wear OS 3 debuted as a Samsung-exclusive technology, leaving brands like Fossil at a serious disadvantage in terms of software features. Now, Fossil is finally back on the right track. Read More »

To our surprise, Google Fi is rolling out a new “virtual carrier network” or “VCN” for Pixel users. It’s basically a VPN for your cellular connection—it hides your IP address, web traffic, and physical location from everyone, including Google and its MVNO partners. Read More »

Music lovers who are willing to pay for extremely high-end audio can now purchase Beyerdyanmic’s second-gen XELENTO earbuds. Available in wired and wireless configurations, these earbuds contain gold and silver-plated components and leverage Beyerdynamic’s advanced TESLA.11 driver hardware. Read More »

With Matter 1.0 officially announced and the certification of products just around the corner, you’ll want to learn these terms to understand how your current and future smart home gear fits into the Matter smart home. Read More »

There’s an abundance of streaming music services on the market to choose from, but which one is the best deal for your situation? We’ve gathered the most popular services and compared the prices in a few categories. Read More »

Overclocking is a hallowed tradition among PC enthusiasts to get the best from their silicon. However, with advances in manufacturing and automated performance management, is there any point in overclocking your computer? If overclocking isn’t dead, who is it for? Read More »

You can’t take quality photos without a high-quality lens. Luckily, if you shoot Nikon, there are plenty of DSLR lenses available. Whether you need wide-angle glass or another type of lens, you’ll find some of the best Nikon options below. Read More »

AI tools like DALL-E 2 make it easy for anyone to create art with a click. While this movement may conjure up old fears of robots taking over the world, some things, like human creativity, are immune to the machine. Read More »