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BLUETTI has debuted the all-powerful yet compact Elite 200 V2, a 2KWh portable power station designed for both home backup and outdoor activities.

Building on the success of the AC200P – hailed by CNET as the “Best Overall Power Station” – BLUETTI proudly introduces the Elite 200 V2 Portable Power Station, a refined upgrade inspired by feedback from over 200,000 satisfied users of the AC200P. As the world’s first portable power station to use LiFePO4 battery technology, the AC200P set new standards in the industry.

Now, the Elite 200 V2 Portable Power Station takes things even further with an extended battery lifespan, an ultra-compact and sleek design, and a clean, modern exterior. It’s the perfect blend of performance and style, redefining what a portable power station can be.

17-year lifespan with automotive-grade battery

BLUETTI was one of the first brands to embrace LiFePO4 battery technology while others stuck with NCM batteries that offered just 500 life cycles. Today, BLUETTI raises the bar once again with ultra-long-lasting, automotive-grade LFP batteries.

The BLUETTI Elite 200 V2 Portable Power Station boasts an impressive lifespan of over 6,000 cycles, meaning you can rely on it for 17 years of daily use – an incredible 12 times the typical industry standard. It’s also first in the industry to pass more than 33 rigorous battery tests by CNAS, ensuring top-tier performance and stability.

With this level of durability, you can count on decades of reliable power and a more sustainable lifestyle.

Backup power for homes, RVs, and the great outdoors

With extreme weather events like hurricanes and winter storms on the rise, power outages are becoming more frequent – and longer. Reliable backup power isn’t just a luxury anymore; it’s essential for peace of mind.

Enter the Elite 200 V2 Portable Power Station: a powerhouse that delivers 2,600W of output, effortlessly running household necessities like refrigerators, lights, routers, and microwaves. Say goodbye to spoiled groceries and a dark, powerless home – its impressive 2,073.6Wh capacity keeps a 100W refrigerator running for up to 16.8 hours.

For road-trippers, campers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the Elite 200 V2’s nine outlets charges everything from coffee makers and space heaters to phones and camera batteries. And when it’s time to use high-powered devices, just turn on Power Lifting mode to unleash up to 3,900W, which is enough to handle hot plates, hair dryers, and more. Whether you’re camping off the grid or on a cross-country road trip, the Elite 200 V2 is your reliable companion, keeping your essentials powered and your adventures limitless.

Compact space-saving design

When space is at a premium, the Elite 200 V2 Portable Power Station is the perfect fit. Despite its compact size of just 13.7 x 9.8 x 12.6 inches, it delivers an impressive 2kWh of capacity into a compact 1kWh-sized unit in a body that’s 40% smaller than its predecessor.

This remarkable efficiency is thanks to BLUETTI’s advanced design, featuring a wireless internal structure and cutting-edge LFP prismatic cells that allow zero-gap battery stacking. Unlike conventional cylindrical cells, these prismatic cells not only pack more energy but also offer better reliability, making the Elite 200 V2 a powerhouse that punches well above its weight.

3 fast charging options

Tired of waiting forever for your power station to recharge? With BLUETTI’s cutting-edge Turbo technology, those days are over. The Elite 200 V2 Portable Power Station can hit 80% capacity in just 50 minutes with a dual AC power and solar panel setup. For road warriors on the go, the optional 560W high-speed car charger lets you recharge in only 4.2 hours between destinations. Off-grid? No problem. With up to 1,000W solar charging, you can tap into the sun’s power, even deep in the woods. Plus, BLUETTI’s built-in solar tracking automatically adjusts to capture every bit of available light.

Safe, quiet, and efficient

Fire-resistant and shock-proof, the BLUETTI Elite 200 V2 Portable Power Station ensures safety with advanced, worry-free technology. Its BLUETOPUS AI-BMS smart battery management system prevents overheating and regulates charging for complete stability. Multi-chip protection lets you confidently power high-starting devices like car fridges or connect high-voltage solar panels without risk.

Because it’s supported by BLUETTI’s noise-canceling cooling tech, the Elite 200 V2 also runs whisper-quiet at just 16dB – perfect for tents, cabins, or home offices. It’s efficient, too, drawing less than 10W when idle and retaining 94% of its charge overnight, even with AC/DC active—outperforming competitors stuck at 81%.

Price and availability

For a limited time, the BLUETTI Elite 200 V2 is available at a special debut price of $1,099.

Electrek readers have access to an exclusive extra 5% off using code ELECTREK200. For purchases on Amazon, use code ELITE200V2PR to receive the same 5% savings on the Elite 200 V2.

But DON’T WAIT! These prices end on December 2!

About BLUETTI

BLUETTI has been committed to promoting sustainability and providing clean energy solutions since its inception. By offering eco-friendly energy storage solutions for both indoor and outdoor use, BLUETTI aims to provide exceptional experiences for our homes while also contributing to a sustainable future for our planet. This commitment to sustainable energy has helped BLUETTI expand its reach to over 100 countries and gain the trust of millions of customers worldwide.

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Sunreef Yachts introduces Solar Skin 3.0 cell with AI optimization for marine electrification

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Cutting-edge yacht and electric catamaran designer Sunreef Yachts has unveiled its latest generation of solar skin technology. The silicon solar cells, designed in-house by Sunreef, are now more efficient, durable, and bolstered by AI optimization. As such, Sunreef is calling its Solar Skin 3.0 technology a “visionary leap toward the future of yachting.”

Sunreef Yachts has been operating out of Gdansk, Poland, for over 20 years alongside a newer footprint established in the United Arab Emirates. From day one, the boatbuilder has been pushing the boundaries of sustainable marine travel, launching the world’s first 74-foot luxury oceangoing catamaran with a flybridge.

Today, Sunreef remains one of the more exciting marine electrification specialists we cover here at Electrek, as we’ve watched its portfolio of eco-friendly sailboats and massive solar electric catamarans ranging from 60 to 100 meters in length grow.

In addition to new and ultra-luxe yachts that can go farther than ever on batteries and the sun’s power alone, Sunreef continues to push the boundaries of our planet’s waters with fully sustainable boat materials and its proprietary solar system technology.

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We’ve already seen two previous generations of Sunreef’s silicon cells. Until today’s news, its Solar Skin 2.0 was already celebrated for its top efficiency and thermal stability on the water. Those cells can operate at temperatures above 100℃ (212℉) and withstand over 20,000 load cycles without cracking.

Today, Sunreef Yachts announced that it has taken its solar cell innovation even further, unveiling its Solar Skin 3.0 technology. This technology has been further optimized to improve efficiency, resulting in more range at sea.

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Sunreef offers top efficiency with its new solar system

Per Sunreef, Solar Skin 3.0 picks up where its previous cell generation left off, delivering similar cycle durability and thermal resistance but with a more refined and efficient design that can further reduce marine vessels’ carbon emissions.

Sunreef states that its third-generation system has achieved the maximum efficiency for silicon cells. It now features smart panels designed using AI and real-time data to dynamically adjust output and avoid shade from the mast and sails. Company CTO Nicolas Lapp broke it all down nicely:

The latest generation of our solar skin technology offers top efficiency—currently the highest attainable for silicon cells—marking a major milestone in marine solar innovation. Leveraging machine learning algorithms and real-time data from Sunreef catamarans operating in the Mediterranean, Caribbean, and Dubai, we are able to continuously refine panel placement and optimize energy yield. Fully developed and produced in-house, each panel functions as a smart unit, dynamically adjusting its electrical output to mitigate shading effects from sails and superstructure, significantly boosting system efficiency even during winter months.

In addition to the solar system 3.0 technology, Sunreef said it had added next-generation photovoltaic cells to the bimini areas of its catamarans, designed specifically to optimize energy retrieval from shaded environments. This can help deliver enhanced solar energy generation in “less-than-ideal lighting conditions.”

Future Sunreef owners can use the 3.0 system’s intelligent yield optimization, which utilizes advanced algorithms to adjust electrical outputs in real time, particularly when navigating areas affected by excessive shade.

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Tesla rolls out feature-packed software update: adaptive headlights, dashcam, and more

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Tesla rolls out feature-packed software update: adaptive headlights, dashcam, and more

Tesla has launched its latest over-the-air software update called ‘Spring Update’. While the automaker regularly releases smaller updates, it sometimes bundles many features into the same update for a bigger release, like this one.

It’s important to note that while it’s a significant update as a whole, many of these features are specific to certain vehicles and regions. Therefore, most Tesla owners won’t get most of those features.

Adaptive Headlights Now Available in US and Canada

This is something that has been available in Europe for a while, but now Tesla is introducing it in its latest vehicles in North America:

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High beams adapt to reduce glare for other drivers and cyclists. By detecting other road users, and selectively dimming individual pixels of the headlight, your high beams stay on more often for greater visibility at night.

If your Tesla is equipped with the necessary hardware (matrix headlights), you’ll now see the toggle under Controls > Lights > Adaptive Headlights.

Blind Spot Camera Moves to Driver Screen (Model S/X)

The headline is pretty self-explanatory, and it looks like this on your driver display:

Controls > Display > Automatic Blind Spot Camera & select Driver Screen

This is only for the refreshed Model S/X (2021-2025).

Dashcam/Sentry Mode Upgrade: More Cameras, Better Viewer

For newer Model S, 3, X, and Y vehicles, Tesla is now including side camera (B-pillar) footage in Dashcam and Sentry Mode recordings, increasing the total recorded camera angles from four to six. Alongside that, the Dashcam Viewer app has been redesigned with a grid layout and quick-swipe video review tools.

This has been a highly requested feature by Tesla owners, especially more recently amid increased occurrences of vandalism against Tesla vehicles.

Smarter Road Trips: Alternative Trip Plans

Tesla’s Trip Planner has become more useful with now clearer choices for multiple routing styles:

  • Fastest: minimize travel time
  • Best Amenities: prioritize charging stops near top-rated restaurants, shops, and restrooms
  • Fewer Stops: reduce the number of charging stops

Nearby attractions are also listed when viewing a Supercharger location.

Cybertruck-Specific Updates

The Cybertruck gains a pair of Autopilot-related upgrades:

  • Comfort Drive Mode: now auto-engages when Autopilot is active
  • Lane Departure Avoidance Assist: no longer just a warning—now it can also gently steer to keep you in your lane

When Tesla started delivering the Cybertruck in late 2023, the software was far from completed, especially when it comes to Tesla’s advanced driver assist features.

The automaker has been gradually releasing updates to bring those features to the electric pickup truck.

Other Notable Features

  • Avoid Highways toggle added to Controls > Navigation
  • Keep Accessory Power On: lets you continue using USB ports and phone chargers after exiting the car, as long as battery level is above 20%
  • Keyboard Language Switching now supported on-screen
  • Enhanced media experience, including:
    • Filtered search by source
    • Shuffle for Apple Music playlists with more than 100 songs
    • Improved SiriusXM navigation
    • Amazon Music Free sign-in support
    • “Up Next” view in YouTube Music
    • Auto hotspot connection when driving

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OPEC cuts oil demand forecast, sees growing economic uncertainty on Trump trade war

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OPEC cuts oil demand forecast, sees growing economic uncertainty on Trump trade war

FILE PHOTO: People walk past an installation depicting barrel of oil with the logo of Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) during the COP29 United Nations climate change conference in Baku, Azerbaijan November 19, 2024. 

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OPEC on Monday cut its oil demand forecast for 2025 and 2026 as President Donald Trump’s tariffs weigh on global economic growth.

The cartel now sees demand for crude growing by 1.3 million barrels per day this year and next year, down about 150,000 bpd from its previous estimates. OPEC also lowered its global economic growth forecast to 3% and 3.1% for 2025 and 2026, respectively, taking both estimates down 0.1% from its prior outlook.

“The global economy showed a steady growth trend at the beginning of the year,” the group said in its monthly oil market report. “However, recent trade related dynamics have introduced higher uncertainty to the short-term global economic growth outlook.”

Trump has slapped 145% tariffs on China, the world’s second biggest economy and largest crude importer. The president has imposed 10% tariffs on most other countries during a 90-day period that allows for trade negotiations. More industry-specific tariffs on pharmaceuticals and semiconductors may be on the way.

Key members of the broader OPEC+ group have agreed to accelerate oil production starting in May even as OPEC sees slightly lower demand for crude and softer economic growth.

Trump’s trade war and the OPEC+ decision to accelerate production has weighed heavily on prices this month. Crude oil futures are down about 13% since Trump announced his sweeping tariff plan on April 2.

U.S. crude oil and global benchmark Brent were trading more than 1% higher on Monday.

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