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Tesla’s Ben Bannister says asymmetric registration can add revenue to 8-hour batteries, as Australia’s storage market faces lower revenues.

• Charge Up Home Team
• October 30, 2026

Amazon announced six Echo and smart-home updates, including a new Echo Show 16, a camera-equipped Studio and an interactive home map.

• Charge Up Home Team
• October 30, 2026

Amazon has announced the $499.99 Echo Show 16, a large Alexa display with customizable home screens, a family calendar and smart-home controls.

• Charge Up Home Team
• October 30, 2026

PJM has proposed market-rule changes that could make it easier to add batteries at existing grid connections, but FERC approval may take time.

• Charge Up Home Team
• October 29, 2026

CATL introduced its 9 MWh Tener+ storage system at All Energy Australia 2026 and reported strong Australian interest in its sodium-ion battery.

• Charge Up Home Team
• October 28, 2026

A CEA official says India has 5.3GWh of operational battery storage and 185GWh under development, as grid access and project delivery remain challenges.

• Charge Up Home Team
• October 28, 2026

Orlando has launched a pilot to help low-income renters install efficient appliances, including heat-pump water heaters and induction cooktops.

• Charge Up Home Team
• October 28, 2026

Matic’s new Serene robot vacuum is available for $1,695 and promises 52-decibel cleaning at maximum suction. Existing owners can request an upgrade in 2027.

• Charge Up Home Team
• October 28, 2026

Ford says the Fathom pickup will support home backup without a costly bidirectional charger, though equipment pricing and availability remain unsettled.

• Charge Up Home Team
• October 27, 2026

A Hunker report describes using painted wooden dowels to raise Dollar Tree solar lights, with materials costing under $5 per light.

• Charge Up Home Team
• October 27, 2026