With technology becoming more and more prevalent comes the need for improvement and refinement. Technology like cell phones and laptops require batteries to function, and the the demand for these devices has shifted to items of smaller and more convenient sizes. But as these things become more compact, the batteries that allow them to operate also need to become more compact. So even though battery technology hasn't changed much, the technology it supports has, and it is beginning to gain attention. Scientists are making batteries that are more compact, last longer, recharge better, and function better altogether.
Since laptops are becoming more and more popular, they are appearing more in schools and classrooms. With increased battery life and functionality, they could become even more popular. It is such a disappointment to show up to class with your laptop, only to have it die halfway through class. But it's such a chore to bring the charger along, try to find an outlet to sit near, and plugging it in. Having it plugged in just limits the portability, and you may as well just use a desktop computer. So making a battery more suitable for portable computers will definitely increase the use of computers in the classroom. Students will have more access to what they need and be able to use it for the amount of time they need to. The following website is an article about a battery supposed to have a really long battery life: http://www.crunchgear.com/2010/02/04/new-technology-extends-lithium-ion-battery-life/
Computers are one of the many forms of technology that are constantly becoming more common and widespread, and with an increased battery life, would likely gain even more popularity. I know for me it would be way easier to be able to just grab my laptop before class, and not have to remember to grab the charger in case it dies in the middle of my taking notes. It is an upgrade that would be very useful.
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