"As a reminder, these are not true "solid state power banks" despite the marketing hype. The 10,000mAh Kuxiu S3 uses the same solid-liquid mixed electrolyte found in the S2, making it less prone to thermal runaway than the all-liquid Lithium-ion batteries found in most power banks. Kuxiu says its unique semi-solid state chemistry also lasts twice as long, making it good for about 1,000 charging cycles before the battery capacity drops to 80 percent."
"While it's easy to discount the safety claim - don't. In September, Anker issued a recall of 481,000 power banks due to the risk of fire and explosion. And just last week, INIU recalled 210,000 power banks sold on Amazon that were implicated in 11 fires causing over $380,000 in property damage. It's been a busy year for power bank recalls."
Kuxiu S3 is a 10,000mAh portable battery that uses a semi-solid mixed electrolyte to reduce thermal runaway risk compared with all-liquid Lithium-ion cells. The semi-solid chemistry targets roughly 1,000 charge cycles before capacity falls to 80 percent, about twice the typical lifespan of other power banks. The S3 includes a folding metal kickstand, digital display, and a detachable USB-C cable that tucks into the perimeter. The unit supports faster 30W charging input and Qi2 wireless output. The S3 lists for $149.98 but often sells for under $70, which can make long-term ownership cheaper despite higher MSRP.
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