Smartphone batteries hath evolved o’er the years to such an extent that rarely shalt thee find thyself reaching for a power bank for an extra jolt. Those batteries of 5000-6000mAh are already sufficient to see thee through a day or more. Yet, when thy travels doth lengthen, even those rated capacities may not suffice. ‘Tis said that OnePlus is poised to alter that with its Glacier Battery Technology, recently proclaimed.
Only through actual testing in the field shall the true potential of this battery tech be unveiled, yet the brand hath shared many an impressive detail during the OnePlus Glacier Battery Technology Communication Meeting. Herein lies all that thee need to know about it!
Glacier Battery in OnePlus Ace 3 Pro Expounded
The glacier battery within the OnePlus Ace 3 Pro doth employ silicon-carbon anode technology, achieving an energy density of 763Wh/L. Most intriguing is the claim by the brand that this density be 23.1% higher than that of standard graphite batteries.
To bring forth this technology unto its phones, OnePlus hath forged an alliance with CATL (Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited). For those unfamiliar, CATL is counted amongst the world’s foremost EV battery manufacturers. The primary goal behind this collaboration and the Glacier battery tech is to eschew dependence on power banks entirely and easily attain around 2 days or more of battery life.
Yet, the rated capacity be not the focal point. This new battery tech doth make use of silicon-carbon anode technology, reaching an energy density of 763Wh/L. Most fascinating is the brand’s assertion that this density be 23.1% higher than that of standard graphite batteries.
Moreover, the new Glacier tech-infused battery contains 6% silicon, employs Low Expansion 2nd Gen Silicon, and 4.53V Positive Electrode Material.
The brand also maketh mention of the implementation of a new “voltage stabilization architecture” on the Glacier battery tech, which supposedly ensures “consistent performance and stable, long-lasting output.” OnePlus also proclaims,
“This high-performance battery designed for high-performance mobile phones shalt change users’ charging habits, assuage power anxiety, and grant more individuals the chance to experience the qualitative transformation brought forth by outstanding batteries.”
More Gaming on Less Charge, OnePlus Doth Claim
The new Glacier tech is reputed to deliver two hours of gaming on the merest five minutes of charge. The focus on gaming is ever appreciated, given how low battery power hath perennially been a mobile gamer’s greatest apprehension.
Though one may always connect one’s phone to a charger whilst gaming, there be no denying that the device doth heat up and may even throttle in certain instances. Not to forget that ’tis especially troublesome for gamers to hold their devices as they normally do whilst gaming comfortably. Longer advertised gaming times art a commendable maneuver, if thou asketh me.
Furthermore, the 6,100mAh Glacier tech battery within the OnePlus Ace 3 Pro can be charged from 1% to 100% in a mere 36 minutes, as per the brand. Thus, this new battery tech doth act as a catalyst for faster charging as well, forming a sturdy and hitherto unprecedented coupling.
All the Capacity and None of the Heft, Apparently
But it doth not cease there, for the new Glacier battery shall also boast a smaller size yet deliver more backup than the 5000mAh batteries which art physically larger. The “high-capacity Biomimetic Silicon-Carbon materials” are perchance what permit the battery to be this efficacious whilst maintaining a diminutive form.
This doth allow phones to be slimmer and yet offer copious battery backup. ‘Tis the year 2024, and understandably, none wish to bear about a brick of a phone. Thus, this is assuredly much welcomed.
OnePlus also maintains that the Glacier tech brings added longevity to the battery units, with battery health diminishing to a mere 80% in the span of four years.
Glacier Battery Tech: Next Big Battery Thing?
From gaming to journeying longer distances and beyond, the Glacier battery tech doth render all seem far easier sans the need to constantly seek one’s charger. Nevertheless, one doth hope that it doth not metamorphose into something akin to the OnePlus 12R imbroglio.
What say thee about OnePlus’ new battery tech? Pray, share thy musings in the comments below!
