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Q&A: Can I replace the rechargeable batteries in my solar lights with better ones?

Posted on September 6, 2021

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Question from Sue: I have 16 solar deck lights around the railing of my deck.

These lights are a little over a year old and their cheap AA rechargeable batteries now only last about an hour or so after the sun goes down.

I really like these particular lights so I’d prefer to replace the batteries instead of the lights themselves.

Can I safely replace the old rechargeable batteries in these lights with something like Energizers? [Read more…]

Review: Anker 14W Solar Panel Foldable Dual-port Solar Charger for USB-charged Devices

Posted on April 18, 2015

anker-14w-foldable-solar-charger Hiking, camping, and just enjoying the great outdoors are wonderful ways to get back to nature for a while, but if you need to keep your mobile phone, tablet or GPS charged up while you’re out there, good luck!

But now our friends at Amazon have an awesome new device that makes it easy to keep your mobile devices charged up while you’re out someplace in the boonies.

The Anker 14W Solar Panel Foldable Dual-port Solar Charger provides up to 5v at 2 amps to your USB charged mobile devices. This is plenty of power to keep your batteries “hot” and ready for use whenever you need them. [Read more…]

Keep your mobile devices charged during extended power outages with a solar powered USB charger

Posted on February 17, 2015

If you live in an area plagued by frequent power outages, keeping your cell phone and other mobile devices charged can be a real challenge.

I wrote a post a while back explaining how a spare battery backup unit is a great tool for keeping your devices charged up.

But if you’d rather not have to deal with keeping another battery backup charged and at the ready, there is a great alternative available: a solar powered USB charger. (#ad)

One major advantage of solar chargers is the obvious: As long as the sun shines you can keep a charge on your devices’ batteries. Of course that’s also the main disadvantage – no sun, no charging. But most models have a built-in backup battery for charging your devices during times of darkness or heavy cloud cover. [Read more…]

Why SQL performance tuning matters for business applications

Posted on December 13, 2024

Picture this – your business application goes live, and everything is running smoothly. Then suddenly, as more users jump on board, things slow down…

Reports that used to load in seconds now take minutes. Frustrated users start complaining, and your boss? Well, they’re not thrilled either. Welcome to the world where SQL performance tuning becomes critical.

If you’re a developer or data analyst, this scenario might sound all too familiar. But don’t worry! This post will break down why SQL performance tuning is not just a “nice-to-have” but a necessity for business-critical applications. We’ll explore what it is, why it matters, and how you can avoid database bottlenecks before they take down your operations. [Read more…]

How you can increase engagement on Wix sites using built-in calculator tools

Posted on November 27, 2024

Getting your website visitors to stick around is no small feat—especially when everyone seems to have the attention span of a goldfish.

Whether you’re running an online store, a blog, or showcasing your services, engagement is key. This is especially true for small business owners, website designers, and digital marketers who rely on user interaction to drive results. [Read more…]