Sony To Unveil New Fuel-Cell Prototype

Nakeot writes “On Friday, Sony plans to unveil their newest portable fuel-cell technology, aimed at a variety of mobile applications. From the article: "The system contains both a methanol fuel cell and a Li-on battery" and can "intelligently switch between power from the battery, fuel, or even both under high-draw circumstances." Sony intends to show off two models claimed to power your cell for a week or a month, respectively, as well as the latest developments with their sugar-batteries that can now run purely off your favorite cola beverage. This model builds on Sony’s 2008 model, their first commercially-demonstratable prototype, and could make waves with Sony’s OLED devices, but will Sony be able to avoid another battery recall?”

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