When choosing a new smartphone, battery life is a crucial factor to consider -- it's often a deal-maker or breaker for me. While the latest smartphones boast snappy performance and versatile cameras, only a select few truly excel in battery life. Typically, larger phones provide the best battery backup, thanks to their bigger batteries. You can't beat physics with software tricks -- at least not yet.Most of the smartphones on this list feature displays measuring 6.7 inches or larger, but there's also a compact option for those who prefer smaller devices. From battery-focusedMotorola phonesto thebest foldable phones, we've included options across a price range of $300 to $1,500, ensuring there's something for everyone.Which smartphone is best for battery life right now?At ZDNET, we've tested every flagship phone launched this year -- and two of the biggest flagships lead this list. The iPhone 16 Pro Max is the best phone for battery life right now, followed by the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra at a close second. Both phones offer great cameras, bright displays, powerful performance, AI features, and a battery life that will last you an entire day on a single charge. Read on for the rest of our tested picks for the best phones for battery life. Sort by All Value Performance Battery life Camera quality Display The best phones for battery life in 2024 Show less The iPhone 16 Pro Max is a big step up from the iPhone 15 Pro Max. Thanks to its new, more efficient processor, the latest iPhone model doesn't heat up uncomfortably when gaming or navigating. The new iPhone holds the charge for longer since almost none of it is lost in heat. You can expect a fully charged battery to last you more than a day or even two in moderate use. Moreover, it can now charge faster on MagSafe. Apple promises up to 50% charge in 35 minutes with either wired or wireless charging.The iPhone 16 Pro Max is now bigger than before with a 6.9-inch display. While the bezels have been minimized, Apple also has added a few millimeters in height to make the handset borderline unwieldy. People with big hands shouldn't have problems, though.That said, you can't go wrong with this year's top-of-the-line iPhone. You get Camera Control that frees up the viewfinder when shooting photos and videos, a variety of new Photographic styles, an upgraded ultrawide camera, a display that can go down to 1 nit brightness for better legibility in the dark, Apple Intelligence-ready hardware, and more.Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max specs: Processor:Apple A18 Pro|Display:6.9 inches|Storage options:256GB, 512GB, 1TB|Rear cameras:48MP main, 48MP ultrawide and macro, 12MP telephoto (5x) |Front camera:12MP |Battery capacity:N/A Value 8 Performance 10 Battery life 9 Camera quality 9 Display 8 Pros Excellent performance Great cameras with Camera Control Bright display Cons 6.9-inch screen could be unergonomic for some Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max Best phone for battery life overall 4.4 / 5 Score The iPhone 16 Pro Max is a big step up from the iPhone 15 Pro Max. Thanks to its new, more efficient processor, the latest iPhone model doesn't heat up uncomfortably when gaming or navigating. The new iPhone holds the charge for longer since almost none of it is lost in heat. You can expect a fully charged battery to last you more than a day or even two in moderate use. Moreover, it can now charge faster on MagSafe. Apple promises up to 50% charge in 35 minutes with either wired or wireless charging.The iPhone 16 Pro Max is now bigger than before with a 6.9-inch display. While the bezels have been minimized, Apple also has added a few millimeters in height to make the handset borderline unwieldy. People with big hands shouldn't have problems, though.That said, you can't go wrong with this year's top-of-the-line iPhone. You get Camera Control that frees up the viewfinder when shooting photos and videos, a variety of new Photographic styles, an upgraded ultrawide camera, a display that can go down to 1 nit brightness for better legibility in the dark, Apple Intelligence-ready hardware, and more.Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max specs: Processor:Apple A18 Pro|Display:6.9 inches|Storage options:256GB, 512GB, 1TB|Rear cameras:48MP main, 48MP ultrawide and macro, 12MP telephoto (5x) |Front camera:12MP |Battery capacity:N/A Read More Show Expert Take Show less Show less View now at Samsung The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra offers the best battery backup on a flagship Android phone. In my two months using the device, the 5,000mAh battery consistently lasted me through a full day. While it offers what you'd expect from a flagship -- great cameras, excellent display, powerful performance, and long software support -- it's filled to the brim with extras, too.The Galaxy S24 Ultra comes with Galaxy AI that brings a slew of generative capabilities, including real-time phone call translations, the ability to circle an object on screen to perform an image-based Google search, AI-assisted photo editing and transcriptions, and more.Review:Samsung Galaxy S24 UltraThe one-of-a-kind display is the least reflective panel on any phone right now. It's a joy to read and browse on this screen. Plus, you get the S Pen that comes in handy when you need to quickly jot down notes or sign a document on the go.The Galaxy S24 Ultra might be a few months old, but it still stands tall among your phone choices. And it's expected to stand the test of time with Samsung offering seven years of software support. It's built to last.Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra specs:Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 |Display size:6.8 inches |Storage options: 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |Rear cameras:200MP main, 12MP ultrawide, 50MP telephoto (5x), 10MP telephoto (3x) |Front camera:12MP |Battery:5,000mAh Value 6 Performance 10 Battery life 10 Camera quality 9 Display 9 Pros Best display on a smartphone Versatile camera setup Smooth performance One UI is great Cons 3x telephoto is starting to show its age Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Best Android phone for battery life 4.4 / 5 Score The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra offers the best battery backup on a flagship Android phone. In my two months using the device, the 5,000mAh battery consistently lasted me through a full day. While it offers what you'd expect from a flagship -- great cameras, excellent display, powerful performance, and long software support -- it's filled to the brim with extras, too.The Galaxy S24 Ultra comes with Galaxy AI that brings a slew of generative capabilities, including real-time phone call translations, the ability to circle an object on screen to perform an image-based Google search, AI-assisted photo editing and transcriptions, and more.Review:Samsung Galaxy S24 UltraThe one-of-a-kind display is the least reflective panel on any phone right now. It's a joy to read and browse on this screen. Plus, you get the S Pen that comes in handy when you need to quickly jot down notes or sign a document on the go.The Galaxy S24 Ultra might be a few months old, but it still stands tall among your phone choices. And it's expected to stand the test of time with Samsung offering seven years of software support. It's built to last.Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra specs:Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 |Display size:6.8 inches |Storage options: 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |Rear cameras:200MP main, 12MP ultrawide, 50MP telephoto (5x), 10MP telephoto (3x) |Front camera:12MP |Battery:5,000mAh Read More Show Expert Take Show less Show less The OnePlus Open offers the best battery life on a folding phone. It will last you longer than the likes of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold. Also, the smartphone's big battery charges at 67W to deliver up to 75% charge in 30 minutes.The OnePlus Open is one of the quickest charging phones out there, so if you're running low on battery and don't have much time available, the handset can top-up enough within 10 minutes to get you through the next leg of your day. It strikes the ideal balance of weight-to-size ratio. When folded, the phone is almost as light as an iPhone, and when unfolded, you get a sleek tablet.Review:OnePlus OpenMultitasking is handled by OnePlus' Open Canvas feature, which is the best multitasking experience I've seen on a foldable. It's my go-to recommendation for a folding phone for the value it provides. Sure, it's powered by the now two-year-old Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset -- but at $1,200, it's an unbeatable value.OnePlus Opentech specs: Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |Display size:6.3 (outer) and 7.8 inches (inner)|Storage options:512GB|Rear cameras:48MP main, 48MP ultrawide, 64MP telephoto|Front camera:32MP (outer) 20MP and (inner) | Battery: 4805mAh Value 6 Performance 8 Battery life 8 Camera quality 8 Display 8 Pros Ideal foldable form factor Good quality cameras Open Canvas, the best multitasking feature on a foldable Cons A generation-old processor OnePlus Open Best battery life on a foldable phone 3.8 / 5 Score The OnePlus Open offers the best battery life on a folding phone. It will last you longer than the likes of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold. Also, the smartphone's big battery charges at 67W to deliver up to 75% charge in 30 minutes.The OnePlus Open is one of the quickest charging phones out there, so if you're running low on battery and don't have much time available, the handset can top-up enough within 10 minutes to get you through the next leg of your day. It strikes the ideal balance of weight-to-size ratio. When folded, the phone is almost as light as an iPhone, and when unfolded, you get a sleek tablet.Review:OnePlus OpenMultitasking is handled by OnePlus' Open Canvas feature, which is the best multitasking experience I've seen on a foldable. It's my go-to recommendation for a folding phone for the value it provides. Sure, it's powered by the now two-year-old Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset -- but at $1,200, it's an unbeatable value.OnePlus Opentech specs: Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |Display size:6.3 (outer) and 7.8 inches (inner)|Storage options:512GB|Rear cameras:48MP main, 48MP ultrawide, 64MP telephoto|Front camera:32MP (outer) 20MP and (inner) | Battery: 4805mAh Read More Show Expert Take Show less Show less View now at Apple The iPhone 16 Plus is rated to last up to two hours more than the iPhone 15 Plus, which was already great on battery life. The iPhone 15 Plus used to last me an entire day, and you can expect the new Plus iPhone to get you through the day with ease. Apple also has introduced faster MagSafe wireless charging, which is rated to charge the device up to 50% within 30 minutes -- the same as wired charging.The iPhone 16 Plus is the closest a regular iPhone has been to the Pro models. Unlike past years, you get the same Action Button, Camera Control and Dynamic Island on the hardware and Apple Intelligence, 1 nit brightness, and new Photographic Styles on the software.Review:iPhone 16 PlusIf you are coming from a previous non-Pro iPhone, the iPhone 16 Plus is the best choice as you'll likely not be able to notice the lack of 120Hz ProMotion display. This is the phone to get if you prioritize battery life and have a budget of $1,000.Apple iPhone 16 Plus tech specs: Processor: Apple A18|Display size:6.7 inches |Storage options:128GB, 256GB, 512GB|Rear cameras:48MP main, 12MP ultrawide|Front camera:12MP | Battery: N/A Pros Camera Control and Action button 48MP fusion camera Bright display Cons Still stuck to a 60Hz refresh rate The iPhone 16 Plus is rated to last up to two hours more than the iPhone 15 Plus, which was already great on battery life. The iPhone 15 Plus used to last me an entire day, and you can expect the new Plus iPhone to get you through the day with ease. Apple also has introduced faster MagSafe wireless charging, which is rated to charge the device up to 50% within 30 minutes -- the same as wired charging.The iPhone 16 Plus is the closest a regular iPhone has been to the Pro models. Unlike past years, you get the same Action Button, Camera Control and Dynamic Island on the hardware and Apple Intelligence, 1 nit brightness, and new Photographic Styles on the software.Review:iPhone 16 PlusIf you are coming from a previous non-Pro iPhone, the iPhone 16 Plus is the best choice as you'll likely not be able to notice the lack of 120Hz ProMotion display. This is the phone to get if you prioritize battery life and have a budget of $1,000.Apple iPhone 16 Plus tech specs: Processor: Apple A18|Display size:6.7 inches |Storage options:128GB, 256GB, 512GB|Rear cameras:48MP main, 12MP ultrawide|Front camera:12MP | Battery: N/A Read More Show Expert Take Show less Show less It's true, this year's iPhones have the best battery life since the iPhone 13. It's hard to pick a compact phone for good battery life but if you are adamant about getting a 6.1-inch screen size but want the best battery life, the iPhone 16 is for you.Like the iPhone 16 Plus, it borrows a lot of features from the more expensive Pro models. From the new Camera Control to the trickle-down of the Action button to the regular iPhones, the base variant has it all. The iPhone 16 also features an upgraded camera setup with a 48MP Fusion camera, designed to capture high-res, detailed photos.Also:We've used every iPhone 16 model and here's our best buying adviceIn terms of performance, the A18 Bionic is powerful and Apple Intelligence-ready, unlike the processor found on its predecessor. Plus, you'll get long software support and new features like Photographic Styles and Audio Mix.Apple iPhone 16 tech specs: Processor:Apple A18|Display size:6.1 inches |Storage options:128GB, 256GB, 512GB|Rear cameras:48MP main, 12MP ultrawide|Front camera:12MP |Battery: N/A Read More Show Expert Take Show less Show less The OnePlus 12R is often considered a Pixel 8a alternative, but I like it better than the Google phone because it lasts longer and charges faster. The budget OnePlus phone houses a flagship processor that's efficient and powerful. In my time with the OnePlus 12R earlier this year, it consistently gave me a day's worth of battery life, with about 15% remaining at bedtime.It's also the fastest-charging phone on this list. The OnePlus 12R supports 80W fast charging, and you'll have a fully charged phone by the time you get ready for the day. I tested the one with 100W charging, which goes from 10% to 100% within 25 minutes. The $500 phone is powered by the same Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor that powers the $1,200 OnePlus Open, so you get the same snappy performance.Review:OnePlus 12RThe OnePlus 12R's display is the best you can get in this price range. Plus, it has a feature called Aqua Touch that makes it easy to use in rainy conditions when water droplets are on the screen. It doesn't register fake taps, like on the iPhone. If you want a mid-range phone with good battery life, the OnePlus 12R is your best bet.OnePlus 12Rtech specs: Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |Display size:6.8 inches|Storage options:128GB, 256GB |Rear cameras:50MP main, 8MP ultrawide, 2MP macro|Front camera:16MP | Battery: 5,500mAh Value 8 Performance 8 Battery life 9 Camera quality 7 Display 7 Pros Flagship processor Aqua Touch display 80W fast charging Cons Ultrawide and macro cameras are weak OnePlus 12R Best battery life phone under $500 3.9 / 5 Score The OnePlus 12R is often considered a Pixel 8a alternative, but I like it better than the Google phone because it lasts longer and charges faster. The budget OnePlus phone houses a flagship processor that's efficient and powerful. In my time with the OnePlus 12R earlier this year, it consistently gave me a day's worth of battery life, with about 15% remaining at bedtime.It's also the fastest-charging phone on this list. The OnePlus 12R supports 80W fast charging, and you'll have a fully charged phone by the time you get ready for the day. I tested the one with 100W charging, which goes from 10% to 100% within 25 minutes. The $500 phone is powered by the same Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor that powers the $1,200 OnePlus Open, so you get the same snappy performance.Review:OnePlus 12RThe OnePlus 12R's display is the best you can get in this price range. Plus, it has a feature called Aqua Touch that makes it easy to use in rainy conditions when water droplets are on the screen. It doesn't register fake taps, like on the iPhone. If you want a mid-range phone with good battery life, the OnePlus 12R is your best bet.OnePlus 12Rtech specs: Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |Display size:6.8 inches|Storage options:128GB, 256GB |Rear cameras:50MP main, 8MP ultrawide, 2MP macro|Front camera:16MP | Battery: 5,500mAh Read More Show Expert Take Show less Show less View now at Amazon The Moto G Power 5G (2024) is our pick for the best budget phone with a long-lasting battery backup. This battery-focused device can last up to two days on moderate use and charges at 30W with a wired charger and 15W with a wireless charger.The Moto G Power 5G (2024) sports a big LCD, which isn't as vivid as the other models on this list but is plenty good for day-to-day usage. The MediaTek Dimensity 7020 SoC is powerful and snappy enough for the segment. It features a 50MP primary camera that clicks good photos in daylight, while the 8MP macro camera is passable.Review:Moto G Power 5G (2024)You should buy the Moto G Power 5G (2024) if you are on a $300 budget. Currently, it's selling for $250, making it an even sweeter deal.Moto G Power 5G (2024) specs: Display:6.7 inches|Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 7020 |Cameras:50MP primary, 8MP macro|RAM: 8GB |Storage:128GB |Battery:5,000mAh Pros Low price point Battery life of up to two days Large LCD Cons Cameras are lacking The Moto G Power 5G (2024) is our pick for the best budget phone with a long-lasting battery backup. This battery-focused device can last up to two days on moderate use and charges at 30W with a wired charger and 15W with a wireless charger.The Moto G Power 5G (2024) sports a big LCD, which isn't as vivid as the other models on this list but is plenty good for day-to-day usage. The MediaTek Dimensity 7020 SoC is powerful and snappy enough for the segment. It features a 50MP primary camera that clicks good photos in daylight, while the 8MP macro camera is passable.Review:Moto G Power 5G (2024)You should buy the Moto G Power 5G (2024) if you are on a $300 budget. Currently, it's selling for $250, making it an even sweeter deal.Moto G Power 5G (2024) specs: Display:6.7 inches|Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 7020 |Cameras:50MP primary, 8MP macro|RAM: 8GB |Storage:128GB |Battery:5,000mAh Read More Show Expert Take Show less Which is the best phone for battery life? The iPhone 16 Pro Max is our choice for the best battery backup on a phone. If price is no obstacle, you should opt for Apple's latest flagship device. If you are on the Android side, the Galaxy S24 Ultra will serve you the best. We haven't included small phones on this list because when prioritizing battery life, you should opt for a bigger phone for the best possible results.PhonePriceDisplayBatteryProcessorApple iPhone 16 Pro Max$1,1996.9 inchesN/A(Rated: 50% charge in 30 minutes)A18 ProSamsung Galaxy S24 Ultra$1,0506.7 inches5,000mAhSnapdragon 8 Gen 3OnePlus Open$1,2006.3-inches and 7.8-inches4,805mAhSnapdragon 8 Gen 2Apple iPhone 16 Plus$8996.7 inchesN/A(Rated: 50% charge in 30 minutes)A18 ProOnePlus 12R$4996.8 inches5,500mAhSnapdragon 8 Gen 3Motorola Moto G Power 5G$2496.7 inches5,000mAhDimensity 7020 Show more Which is the right phone for you when considering battery life? If you're prioritizing battery life, you'll have to choose a big phone. Compact models -- like the Galaxy S24, Pixel 9, or iPhone 16 -- won't last you as long as their bigger counterparts. Every phone on this list serves a purpose and here are the best reasons to opt for one of these .Choose this phoneIf you want...Apple iPhone 16 Pro MaxThe latest and greatest from AppleSamsung Galaxy S24 UltraThe best battery life on an Android flagshipOnePlus OpenA foldable phone that delivers an all-day battery lifeApple iPhone 16 PlusA big iPhone if you don't want to spend more than $1,000Apple iPhone 16A compact phone with best possible battery lifeOnePlus 12RThe best phone under $500 with flagship prowessMotorola Moto G Power 5GA battery-focused budget smartphone Show more Factors to consider when choosing a phone for battery life With a wide range of phones available in the market each year, ZDNET spends at least two weeks with each model before deciding whether or not (and where) it belongs in this buying guide. The qualifications I look for when curating the picks include the following:Availability: The biggest factor is availability; is what's being selected available to purchase directly from Google, a local carrier, or an online retailer? Is it in stock? Or can it only be purchased in used or renewed condition? With the picks on this list, each one can be bought new and sealed, guaranteeing that you'll receive the most reliable experience from the start.Value: Just as important is the value that each phone brings. While all options on this list differ in price tiers, they each offer enough unique features, camera capabilities, and designs that make them worth paying for. If they're not worth it, they won't be on the list.Performance: Naturally, I only pick models that yield good to excellent performance, from the way they handle day-to-day tasks to more intensive use cases like gaming and video editing.Battery: For this story in particular, I looked at the battery capacity, charging wattage, and whether or not the phones last an entire day on a single charge. Show more How we test phones Here's a breakdown of every factor we consider before we make recommendations:Design and ergonomics:How good a phone looks and feels plays a big role in many users' buying journeys, so we consider these aspects heavily when testing.Performance:Several factors affect a phone's performance, including LTE/5G signal, battery life, and background tasks. Therefore, we typically begin our evaluations with a fully charged handset, with all background tasks closed, and with as stable a mobile connection as possible.Camera quality:ZDNET tests phone cameras by capturing hundreds of photos and videos of various subjects and in various lighting conditions. We also compare the output to that of older models.Battery life and charging:We evaluate how long phones last under light, moderate, and heavy usage, how long they take to recharge, and how they do it (wired, wireless, or both).Special features:These features distinguish tested devices from a bustling smartphone market and hopefully bring added value to users, not the opposite.Pricing and availability:Beyond budget considerations, we also note if a phone is available in the US or only internationally.For an extensive rundown of our testing methodology, be sure to check out our how we test phones article. Show more Do all of these phones support wireless charging? Wireless charging is a convenient way to charge your phone without having to plug in a USB-C cord directly into the phone. But not all of these phones have support for the feature. The OnePlus Open and OnePlus 12R in particular don't offer wireless charging. But their super fast wired charging makes up for it. Other phones on the list -- including all the iPhones, the Galaxy S24 Ultra, and the Moto G Power 5G -- support this feature. Show more Are there alternative phones worth considering? If you're open to alternatives, see below for ZDNET's best-tested picks, including ones from Google and other brands. Show more ZDNETs Smartphone Guide Smartphone Roundups Smartphones Reviewed & Compared Smartphones Explained ZDNET Recommends

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Webcam images showing a line of fissures erupting lava fountains feeding a flow within the Klauea ... [+] summit caldera.USGSAccording to a news release shared by the USGS on their social media channels, an eruption has commenced within Kaluapele the summit caldera of Klauea volcano. The USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory is elevating Klaueas volcano alert level from ADVISORY to WARNING and its aviation color code from YELLOW to RED as this eruption and associated hazards are evaluated.Webcam images show a line of fissures erupting lava fountains feeding a flow within the summit caldera.Youtube- YouTubeThe eruption is occurring within a closed area of Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. High levels of volcanic gases like water vapor, carbon-dioxide, and sulfur-dioxide, are the primary concern, as they can have far-reaching effects downwind of Klauea. Sulfur-dioxide can react with water vapor creating a volcanic haze also known as volcanic smog or vog. Vog can have negative health impacts, damage crops and create acid rain.Klauea is one of the best monitored active volcanoes in the world. The mountain is covered with scientific instruments, from ground sensors that measure the shaking of the mountain to tools that analyze the gases released from the volcanic vents.MORE FOR YOUKlauea's eruption style is generally dominated by a "harmless" effusive activity of lava pouring out from fissures, but the volcano can have phases of impressive explosive eruptions. In May 1924, about 60 explosions occurred sending fragments ranging from volcanic ash to large blocks the size of cars into the sky and falling back around the summit caldera.In the last 35 years Klauea volcano erupted in two places: at the summit caldera and at the Puu crater on the eastern rift zone. In May 2018, a large lava flow destroyed more than 700 residences on its path to the sea.This change between effusive and explosive activity of Klauea is quite unique. In most volcanoes, explosive eruptions are either primarily driven by rising magma pressure, steam/vaporized groundwater, or some combination of the two. But at Klauea, the explosive eruptions are driven by a "stomp-rocket mechanism."During an effusive eruption characterized by lava fountains and flows, the magma reservoir is gradually emptied. The rocky roof above itthe ground within the caldera at the volcano's summitnow lacking supports suddenly collapses, quickly increasing the pressure in the reservoir and squeezing gas and bits of rubble through the vents in Klauea's crater.A study published just a few months ago compared this mechanism to a stomp-rocket toy, where stepping on an air bag connected to a hose launches a projectile into the air.The USGS will continue to closely monitor Klauea and adjust the alert level/aviation color code accordingly. Should volcanic activity change significantly, a new Volcanic Activity Notice will be issued.

Biodegradable packaging from mycellium and agriculture waste produced by S.Lab for Loreal.S.LabA German pharmacist invented polystyrene in 1839. Today, the production of polystyrene produces more than 12.5 million metric tonnes of CO2 emissions annually, and 15 million metric tonnes are produced every year, with a less than 1% recycle rate.In 2016, Tetra Pak was the first company in the food packaging industry to have its climate impact reduction targets approved by the Science-Based Targets (SBT) initiative. One year later, in 2017, Tetra Pak had a 13% reduction in its overall climate impact despite a 19% increase in packages sold.The biodegradable packaging market was valued at $473.74 B in 2023 and is projected to reach more than $800 B by 2032.Scaling biodegradable packagingThe lodgement for a coffee machine using biodegradable packaging from mycellium and agricultural ... [+] waste from S.LabS.LabA Ukrainian startup, S.Lab, has been working to scale biodegradable packaging. The company was founded in 2021, but with the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the company moved its production facilities to Mlaga, Spain.MORE FOR YOUJulia Bialetska, CEO and co-founder of S.Lab said they chose this area because the region is striving to become climate-neutral by 2030, actively investing in sustainability, fostering the development of related businesses, and serving as a convenient logistics hub.Bialetska says Spain is an agricultural country with a lot of agricultural waste, including hemp and linen, which the company uses in its production. The local government also provided S.Lab with a production premise for five years.In 2024, the company launched its first fully automated production line in Con, with a capacity of up to 30,000 units per month. Bialetska says this is a full production cycle: from purchasing waste from local farmers within a radius of 50 km from the production site to producing the packaging itself.Bialetska told Forbes that scalable biodegradable packaging solutions can be adapted for large-scale production to meet volume demands while adhering to environmental regulations and consumer preferences."These solutions must balance sustainability with functionality, ensuring no features are compromised while remaining safe for the environment," said Bialetska.From the forest and the fields to the labS.Labs leaned on nature when it developed its approach to biodegradable packaging using mycelium and agricultural waste."We borrowed the natural process of mycelium growth from nature as the baseline of our process," said Bialetska. "Mycelium is a network of mushroom roots, and it is rapidly growing, creating long white nets that bind anything that they grow on.""This mechanic could be compared to a spider that creates nets and twists them around something nutritious," she added. Bialetska says that, in their case, agricultural waste acts as a skeleton/matrix for the material, and mycelium is a glue that binds all the particles together."The main challenge was to transfer this process from the forest to the lab and then from the lab to the proper continuous manufacturing," said Bialetska. "For that, we developed our own hardware technology."Agricultural waste of hemp stems and linenHemp stems form the inside of S.Lab's biodegradable packaging. S.LabFrance cultivates the largest hemp crop in Europe, but Spain has a history of growing hemp for industrial uses, and today, hemp is grown across the Iberian peninsula."Normally, stems remain on the fields after the harvest or are thrown away after the processing as there is no use of this part of the plant," said Bialetska. "So instead of throwing them away, we take those stems and transform them into packaging that afterwards can be returned to nature and will fully biodegrade in 30 days in the soil."Hardware for continuous manufacturingS.Lab filed two European Union patents in 2024 for its continuous sterilization process and forming and shaping robot. Three new patents are in progress and are expected by Q4 2025. The company has several active packaging pilots with L'oreal, JTI, and Nespresso and is an approved supplier with L'oreal.Our continuous, chemical-free sterilization method and innovative robotic forming mechanism of mycelium-based packaging solve the main problem related to bio-based solutions, which is scalability, said Bialetska.Bialetska added that while other companies may offer solutions using materials like mycelium or agricultural waste, they can struggle to meet industrial-scale demands and rarely disclose their capacities."This is why our production numbers matter, they demonstrate our readiness and reliability, making us a viable partner for industries transitioning to sustainable packaging at scale, she said. "Our entire manufacturing process is controlled through advanced robotics, sensors, and computer vision, ensuring precision and reducing human error through real-time data monitoring and analysis.Bialetska says their production line can also adapt to diverse client needs, including custom designs and sizes, without adding to production costs."Our manufacturing technology is the first to produce mycelium-based packaging with precise 90 angles, mirroring the functionality of conventional packaging, which provides a lot of possibilities for packaging for various sectors," she added.S.Labs tech and production process can achieve up to three times the energy efficiency of traditional EPS production. "It is a closed-loop, energy, and water-efficient production, and this results in 90% lower CO2 emissions and 90% less water usage than polystyrene production," said Bialetska.Innovation at CES 2025Visitors to the S.Lab stand (Venetian Expo, Eureka Park, Hall G62659) at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in January 2025 will be able to see S.Lab's production line prototype and mini-factory, which will also include a number of biodegradable packaging samples.Their mini-factory prototype is a self-contained 40-foot container featuring a built-in production line for on-site packaging production at customers' facilities."By providing mini production lines, we offer clients sustainable packaging produced at their own premises without disrupting their existing processes," said Bialetska.

Rumor mill: The Apple M5 SoC series will feature multiple chips, including the M5, M5 Pro, M5 Max, and M5 Ultra. They will be manufactured using TSMC's advanced N3P node, which entered the prototype phase earlier this year. The M5 and M5 Pro/Max are tipped to enter production in H1 2025 and H2 2025, respectively, while the Ultra will enter mass production in 2026. Apple insider and analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has revealed a slew of new information about Cupertino's upcoming M5-series processors. The new chips are expected to power a number of next-gen products, including MacBooks, iPads, and more.Kuo added that the M5 Pro, Max, and Ultra will use server-grade 2.5D packaging called SoIC-mH (System-on-Integrated-Chips Molding Horizontal), which will feature separate CPU and GPU designs to increase yield and improve thermal performance. Apple will be TSMC's largest SoIC customer, but other major chip designers, including AMD, AWS (Amazon), and Qualcomm, are also expected to use the new technology in their next-gen processors.The M5 lineup is expected to offer better performance than the M4 chips despite sticking to a 3nm process instead of upgrading to a 2nm node. They are also said to be more power efficient than their predecessors, meaning users can expect better battery life from their devices in addition to faster performance.Rumors suggest that the MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, and OLED iPad Pro will all get the M5 treatment between spring 2025 and H1 2026, but it's unclear whether the next-gen Mac mini will also be upgraded with the new chip at some stage. Devices powered by the flagship M5 Ultra are expected to hit store shelves in the second half of 2026.Apple launched its latest MacBook Pro, iMac, and Mac mini powered by M4-series chips earlier this year, while the next-gen MacBook Air is expected to debut next spring. The Mac Studio and the Mac Pro with the M4 Ultra are tipped to launch later in 2025. The company is also expected to upgrade its AI servers to the M4 chips next year. These are currently powered by the M2 Ultra. // Related Stories

Paulina Stevens / EXmas Film Inc.Table of ContentsTable of ContentsEight Crazy Nights (2002)Christmas with the Kranks (2023)Scrooged (1988)EXmas (2023)Bad Santa (2003)Christmas is the season of giving. Few things feel better than gifting a present to a loved one. However, presents are not cheap. Buy enough of them, and the money adds up, cutting into your daily expenses. Assuming you like to watch movies, streaming services are probably a priority within your budget. Like holiday presents, streaming services are rather expensive.To save money, take advantage of a FAST service, which stands for free ad-supported television. These services are free at sign-up. A few ads will run during your feature presentation, but thats not a big deal, considering the movies are free. Plus, these services have a wide variety of holiday movies. Try streaming one of these movies below.Recommended VideosNeed more recommendations? We also have guides for the 10 best TV shows to watch on Christmas, the 10 best movies to watch on Christmas, the best Christmas movies on Netflix, the best Christmas movies on Disney+, the best Christmas movies on Hulu, the best Christmas movies on Amazon Prime Video, the best Christmas movies on Max, and the best Christmas movies on Hallmark Channel.RelatedSony Pictures ReleasingIf you are Jewish, Adam Sandler has not forgotten about you. The comedian has made it his personal mission to make Hanukkah content, most notably his songs from SNLabout the Festival of Lights. In 2002, Sandler starred in Eight Crazy Nights, his first voice-acting role. Davey Stone (Sandler) is an alcoholic man-child who makes Billy Madison look like a saint. Daveys criminal record has increased so much that he faces prison time.On the first night of Hanukkah, Davey is about to be sentenced when Whitey Duvall (also Sandler) convinces the judge to let him perform community service as punishment. The judge agrees, and Davey becomes an assistant referee to Whitey for the youth basketball league. Perhaps spending time with one of the communitys nicest individuals will help Davey turn his life around.Stream Eight Crazy Nightsfor free on Tubi.Sony PicturesChristmas with the Kranks should really be calledChristmas with the Grinches. Luther (Tim Allen) and Nora Krank (Jamie Lee Curtis) are not in the Christmas spirit. When their daughter Blair (Julie Gonzalo) plans to spend the holiday in Peru, Luther and Nora decide to abandon Christmas in favor of a Caribbean cruise.This decision to forgo Christmas does not sit well with their neighbors, Vic Frohmeyer (Dan Aykroyd) and Walt Scheel (M. Emmet Walsh). Fast forward to Christmas Eve: The Kranks are packing for their vacation when Blair informs them that she will return for Christmas after all. Now, Luther and Nora must somehow decorate and prepare for a holiday party one day before their daughter gets home.Stream Christmas with the Kranks for free on Prime Video.Paramount / ParamountCharles Dickens A Christmas Carolhas been adapted so many times that weve lost count. In Scrooged, Richard Donner sets his version of A Christmas Carol in the modern day and casts Bill Murray as the titular Scrooge. Frank Cross, a ruthless television executive, is Murrays stand-in for Ebenezer Scrooge. Ironically, Frank is preparing for a live broadcast ofA Christmas Carol and fires executive Eliot Loudermilk (Bobcat Goldthwait) days before the show.The night before Christmas Eve, Frank is visited by the ghost of his old mentor, Lew Heyward (John Forsythe), who says he must live a fulfilling life.SCROOGED | Trailer | Paramount MoviesLew tells Frank that he will be visited by three ghosts the Ghost of Christmas Past, the Ghost of Christmas Present, and the Ghost of Christmas Future that will make him reevaluate his actions. Scroogedmight include different characters, but the message about redemption remains the same.Stream Scrooged for free on Pluto TV.Justina Mintz / EXmas Film Inc.Nothing puts people in the Christmas spirit more than a rom-com. EXmasis like a Hallmark movie with a bigger budget, better actors, and fewer G-rated storylines. Graham Stoop (Robbie Amell) is a tech employee living in Los Angeles. For Christmas, Graham is supposed to work, but instead, he decides to fly home to Minnesota and surprise his family.Upon arrival, Graham learns that his family invited Grahams ex-fiance, Ali (Leighton Meester), to their Christmas. Even though Graham is related by blood, the family still loves Ali and feels like shes part of the family. The holiday now becomes a game of one-upmanship as Graham and Ali battle for the right to spend the holiday with Grahams family. Despite the nonsensical premise, Amell and Meester have enough great chemistry to make EXmasan effective rom-com.Stream EXmas for free on Prime Video.Miramax FilmsMake sure the kids go to sleep before watchingBad Santa.As the name says, this Santa is not in the Christmas spirit. Willie T. Stokes (Billy Bob Thornton) and his partner, Marcus Skidmore (Tony Cox), are professional criminals who specialize in thievery around the holidays. Every year, Willie gets a job in a mall as Santa and hires Marcus as his elf.On Christmas Eve, the duo steals from the stores inside the mall. This year, Willie is off his game as alcoholism and a sex addiction take over his life. To make matters worse, a young boy named Thurman Merman (Brett Kelly) causes Willie to reevaluate his life. Is this bad Santa about to grow a heart, or is the alcoholic buzz starting to wear off?Stream Bad Santafor free on Pluto TV.We also have guides to the best new movies to stream, the best movies on Netflix, the best movies on Hulu, the best movies on Amazon Prime Video, the best movies on Max,andthe best movies on Disney+.Editors Recommendations

Table of ContentsTable of ContentsMeet Me in St. Louis (1944)Its a Wonderful Life (1946)Miracle on 34th Street (1947)The Shop Around the Corner (1940)Trading Places (1983)The Christmas season is filled with tradition. Some people decorate their tree together, others bake something or other. For some, though, the most meaningful part of the season is gathering around to watch a great movie. And no, we dont mean Wicked.Classic movies sometimes get a bad rap, in part because theyre old, and sensibilities were a little different when they were made. Even so, some of the best holiday movies ever made can most neatly be described as classics, and were recommending five of the very best for you to enjoy this holiday season.Recommended VideosWe also have guides to the best movies on Amazon Prime Video, the best movies on Netflix, the best movies on Hulu,the best movies on Max,andthe best movies on Disney+.RelatedMeet Me in St. Louis (1944) Official Trailer - Judy Garland, Margaret O'Brien Movie HDWhen she was great, there were few movie stars better than Judy Garland, and inMeet Me in St. Louis, her talents are on full display. The film focuses on four sisters living in St. Louis ahead of the 1904 Worlds Fair.The entire movie doesnt take place at Christmas time, but the movie does feature a section during the holiday season that includes Garland singing Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, so that alone merits its inclusion here. As a whole, the film is a delightful, wistful look at the way your life can change over the course of a single year, anchored by Garland at her very best.You can watchMeet Me in St. Louison Max.IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE | Official Trailer | Paramount MoviesJimmy Stewart pops up on this list twice, but thats basically unavoidable.Its a Wonderful Lifewas not a hit upon its release, but it is almost without a doubt the greatest Christmas movie ever made. The film tells the story of George Bailey, a small-town guy with big dreams who slowly finds that life will keep getting in the way of those dreams.The whole thing culminates on Christmas Eve as George gets a chance to see what life would be like if hed never been born, and comes to discover just how much he means to those around him, and just as importantly, how much they mean to him. Its maybe the most life-affirming movie ever made.You can watchIts a Wonderful Lifeon Amazon Prime Video.Miracle on 34th Street (1947) Trailer #1 | Movieclips Classic TrailersThe existence of Santa Claus is probably not something that should be decided by a court of law, butMiracle on 34th Streetmakes that scenario seem plausible. The film tells the story of a Macys Santa Claus who begins insisting that he really is the man hes playing in the store.As he wins over children and adults alike, he eventually has to prove who he is in court, with the very magic of Christmas on the line.Miracle on 34th Streetis equal parts silly and delightful, and its endured for decades for a reason.You can watchMiracle on 34th Streeton Peacock.The Shop Around the Corner Official Trailer #1 - James Stewart Movie (1940) HDOne of the most recycled stories ever told, The Shop Around the Cornerhas been translated in various mediums over the course of decades, but this film remains one of the most enduring versions. The film follows two employees (James Stewart and Margaret Sullivan) of a Budapest general store who cant stand each other in person, but find themselves entranced by the letters theyre exchanging anonymously.The joy of the movie is in the dramatic irony of knowing that these two bickering employees are meant for one another, and hoping that they realize it in time for the holiday season. Youve probably seen its 1998 remake, Youve Got Mail, but the original is far better and more romantic.You can watchThe Shop Around the Corneron Max.TRADING PLACES | Trailer | Paramount MoviesOne of the great comedies of the 1980s is also a Christmas parable. The film tells the story of a high-powered financier (Dan Ackroyd) who is forced to trade places with a poor, down-on-his-luck man (Eddie Murphy) as part of a social experiment engineered by two wealthy brothers (Don Ameche and Ralph Bellamy).Filled with jokes that still land and a great supporting turn by future Oscar-winner Jamie Lee Curtis as a hooker with a heart of gold, the film is also a careful parable about who really pulls the strings in most peoples lives, and how unaccountable the wealthiest people in America are to basically anyone.You can watchTrading Places on Paramount+.Editors Recommendations

Table of ContentsTable of ContentsThe dual narratives are both compellingAl Pacino was robbedRobert De Niro gave one of his career-best performancesThe film stands as an artistic achievementSequels are a way of life in Hollywood, and theyve been around in some fashion since the dawn of cinema. But in 1974, it just wasnt common for an Oscar-winner for Best Picture to have a sequel two years later that won the same prize and more. Fifty years ago this month, The Godfather Part II changed the game for the industry and arguably surpassed The Godfatheritself.While many of The Godfather Part IIs contemporary films like The Towering Inferno have faded from pop culture, this movie continues to influence every crime epic that came after it. It set the bar so high for a sequel that not even The Godfather Part III could come anywhere close to this films heights. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of The Godfather Part II, well examine what makes the film resonate and determine whether its the greatest sequel ever made.Recommended VideosParamount PicturesDirector Francis Ford Coppola (Megalopolis) and The Godfather novelist Mario Puzo co-wrote the screenplay for The Godfather Part II, which effectively serves as both a prequel and a sequel to the first film. In the early years of the 20th century, young Vito Corleone (Robert De Niro) struggles to find his place as an Italian immigrant living in America. The narrative, starting in 1958, follows Vitos son, Michael Corleone (Al Pacino), as he settles into his role as the Don of the Corleone crime family.RelatedThe film intercuts between these two stories as we see how Vito slowly built his reputation and put together the first pieces of his empire, while Michael franticly tries to hold that same empire together as he faces betrayals from friends, allies, and even his own family. De Niro and Pacino dont have any scenes together in this movie, and Marlon Brando didnt reprise his role as Vito from the first film. Regardless, the link between the father and his son is felt across the years, and that keeps the audience invested in both of their stories.Paramount PicturesAs you might expect, Al Pacino was nominated for Best Actor at the Oscars for his role in this film. He had previously been nominated for Best Supporting Actor for The Godfather, while Brando took home the Best Actor award for that film. As fantastic as he was in The Godfather, Pacino was even better in The Godfather Part II. Regardless, he lost the award to Art Carney, who won for his role as Harry Coombes in Harry and Tonto.All due respect to the late actor who also defeated Dustin Hoffman (Lenny) and Jack Nicholson (Chinatown) at the Oscars that year but Carneys performance isnt the one thats held up 50 years later. Pacinos intensity was riveting, and all traces of the good man that Michael used to be were long gone. This version of Michael is perpetually angry, sometimes desperate, and even occasionally lonely. Michael hasnt just become his father; hes transformed into something worse. As viewers, we witness some of the early sins of Vito Corleone in this film and they pale in comparison to things that Michael does by the time the final credits run.The Godfather: Part 2 (1/8) Movie CLIP - My Offer is Nothing (1974) HDMichael is a monster, and yet we cant help rooting for him to finish off his enemies and triumph in the end. Few performers can hold an audiences sympathy while playing a character like that. This was an Oscar-worthy turn by Pacino, even though it took him nearly two decades before he finally won Best Actor for Scent of a Woman in 1992.Paramount PicturesOne of the most striking things about young Vito is that De Niro initially plays him as a man without power. Most of his dialogue is in Sicilian, and Vito doesnt have much money or influence. Hes just scraping by like the rest of the immigrants in his neighborhood.Yet over time, we see the wheels turning in Vitos mind through De Niros face as he figures out how to change his fortune by seizing power where he can and by murdering someone who stood in the way of his rise.The Godfather Part 2 - Corleone Family in SicilyDe Niros take on his character wasnt as flashy as Pacinos or even his own role in Taxi Driver two years later. Instead, De Niro humanized young Vito while the script made him an underdog. His narrative also parallels Michaels, as both father and son set out to get their revenge. De Niro gave subtle nuance and depth to Vito that his on-screen son lost over time, and his performance was unforgettable.Paramount PicturesIn a seven-year period between 1972 and 1979, Coppola made The Godfather, The Godfather Part II, and Apocalypse Now, all three of which are widely recognized as some of the best movies ever made. It was kind of all downhill from there, especially if Megalopolis turns out to be Coppolas final film. The director made some good and even great movies between 1979 and now, but The Godfather Part II towers above the rest.Every aspect of this film works magnificently, from the staging and the performances to the choreography, the music, and more. Its a breathtakingly beautiful movie that feels uncommonly timeless. That may be why The Godfather Part II has never fully gone away from the public consciousness. How many times have you heard Pacinos iconic line, I know it was you, Fredo, in your life?The Godfather: Part 2 (7/8) Movie CLIP - Fredo's Death (1974) HDThe irony is that some contemporary critics trashed The Godfather Part IIbefore reappraising it after it was clear how the film was embraced by audiences. To date, the only other sequel to win an Oscar for Best Picture is The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King. Thats rarefied territory, but wed still call The Godfather Part II the greatest sequel ever made. Until something else comes along that can match its impact, this film will continue to wear that crown.Watch The Godfather Part II on Paramount+.Editors Recommendations

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