We use smartphones for almost everything, calls, photos, games, and even more. But behind every great phone is a powerful battery that keeps it running. Over the years, battery technology has advanced in stages, making our smartphones last longer, charge faster, and become lighter and thinner. Batteries have gone through different phases to meet the growing demands of everyday smartphone use. In the 1970s, Nickel-Cadmium batteries were used, but they charged slowly, had low capacity, and didn’t last very long. The 1990s brought better batteries with increased energy storage and longer life, though they still faced safety issues like overheating.…
Author: Steve Laidlaw
Steve Laidlaw
Steve Laidlaw is an entrepreneur, strategist, and founder of several high-growth ventures across Dubai and the UK. Based in the UAE, Steve is the CEO of Digital24, a media and reputation consultancy helping businesses build brand visibility and online authority across the MENA region and beyond. With over 20 years of experience in digital PR, content syndication, and strategic consulting, Steve has worked behind the scenes and on the front lines of brand transformation. His wider portfolio includes 24Black, a performance-driven advisory suite for founders and agencies, and Seven Yachts, a premium charter and yacht management company he co-owns and operates with his wife Clare in Dubai. Steve writes on topics including content strategy, digital reputation, founder branding, and what it really takes to scale in fast-moving markets like Dubai. His style is clear, actionable, and rooted in real operational experience. Follow him on LinkedIn or visit stevelaidlaw.com to learn more.
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