# Battery Life on The No Agenda Show

Battery Life comes up in 9 chapters across 9 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from February 2009 to July 2024.

- **Chapters:** 9
- **Episodes:** 9
- **Discussed:** February 2009 – July 2024
- **Related topics:** [Nokia E71](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nokia-e71.md), [Privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [Alcatel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alcatel.md), [Chevy Volt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chevy-volt.md), [Cisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cisco.md), [Data Breach](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-breach.md), [Eric Schmidt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-schmidt.md), [Evtol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/evtol.md), [Facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [Google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md)

## Chapters 1–9 of 9

### Flying Taxi Failures at Paris Olympics

- **Episode:** [1677: Donald Duck!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1677-donald-duck.md)
- **Published:** 2024-07-14
- **Time:** 2:11:38–2:14:28
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1677-donald-duck/chapter/flying-taxi-failures-at-paris-olympics.md

The promised debut of electric "flying taxis" (eVTOLs) at the Paris Olympics has been downgraded to demonstration flights due to a lack of certification. The hosts discuss the technical limitations of battery-powered flight, noting that the power-to-weight ratio makes commercial air taxis currently unfeasible.

Keywords: flying taxis, volocopter, [paris olympics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paris-olympics.md), [evtol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/evtol.md), [battery life](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/battery-life.md)

### Off-The-Grid Solutions, Nokia E71 Phone

- **Episode:** [1112: El Valvador](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1112-el-valvador.md)
- **Published:** 2019-02-15
- **Time:** 2:16:06–2:19:29
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1112-el-valvador/chapter/off-the-grid-solutions-nokia-e71-phone.md

A host detailed his "off-the-grid" (OTG) lifestyle using a Nokia E71 phone, which lacks modern tracking and social media capabilities. The device features a physical keyboard and a five-day battery life, allowing for basic SMS and calls without the stress of "read receipts" or constant notifications. The shift is described as a way to remove distraction and improve mental health.

Keywords: [nokia e71](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nokia-e71.md), [off-the-grid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/off-the-grid.md), [sms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sms.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [tracking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tracking.md), [battery life](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/battery-life.md)

### Facebook Data Breach and Alcatel Flip Phone

- **Episode:** [1075: CIA Paid Me](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1075-cia-paid-me.md)
- **Published:** 2018-10-07
- **Time:** 2:34:20–2:37:17
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1075-cia-paid-me/chapter/facebook-data-breach-and-alcatel-flip-phone.md

A 50 million user breach at Facebook has compromised access tokens, potentially allowing hackers to log into other sites using Facebook credentials. In contrast to modern tech issues, a host praises the seven-day standby battery life of his Alcatel flip phone.

Keywords: [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [data breach](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-breach.md), [alcatel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alcatel.md), [battery life](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/battery-life.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md)

### Nokia E71 vs Modern Smartphones, Battery Life and Privacy

- **Episode:** [1072: Adultism is Real](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1072-adultism-is-real.md)
- **Published:** 2018-09-27
- **Time:** 1:32:47–1:35:13
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1072-adultism-is-real/chapter/nokia-e71-vs-modern-smartphones-battery-life-and-privacy.md

A return to the Nokia E71 is discussed as a solution to the poor battery life and tracking issues of modern smartphones. The E71's Symbian operating system is noted for being less intrusive than modern alternatives. Despite being older technology, the phone's physical keyboard and Opera browser are praised for efficiency and reliability.

Keywords: [nokia e71](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nokia-e71.md), [symbian](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/symbian.md), [battery life](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/battery-life.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), opera browser

### Tizen OS, Internet of Things and Battery Life

- **Episode:** [737: Sculley and Heil](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/737-sculley-and-heil.md)
- **Published:** 2015-07-09
- **Time:** 45:09–49:13
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/737-sculley-and-heil/chapter/tizen-os-internet-of-things-and-battery-life.md

The conversation covers alternative operating systems like Samsung's Tizen and Ubuntu's mobile Linux efforts. Sculley expresses skepticism about new phone OSs but sees a need for specialized software for the Internet of Things (IoT). He mentions his involvement with Misfit, a company focused on low-power sensors and extending battery life for wearable technology.

Keywords: tizen, [samsung](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/samsung.md), [ubuntu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ubuntu.md), [linux](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linux.md), [internet of things](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet-of-things.md), misfit, [battery life](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/battery-life.md)

### Smartphone Habits and Video Consumption Trends

- **Episode:** [725: Cricket Flour](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour.md)
- **Published:** 2015-05-30
- **Time:** 2:23:58–2:26:36
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/smartphone-habits-and-video-consumption-trends.md

Research shows that 87% of young adults always have their smartphones with them, with many reaching for the device immediately upon waking. A Cisco study predicts that 80% of global internet consumption will be video-based within five years. One host shares that turning off all phone notifications has significantly improved battery life and reduced "Pavlovian responses."

Keywords: [smartphones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smartphones.md), [battery life](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/battery-life.md), [cisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cisco.md), [video](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/video.md), [notifications](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/notifications.md)

### Electric Car Range Anxiety and Battery Software Patent

- **Episode:** [457: Giblet in EUROLand](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/457-giblet-in-euroland.md)
- **Published:** 2012-11-01
- **Time:** 1:00:27–1:08:30
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/457-giblet-in-euroland/chapter/electric-car-range-anxiety-and-battery-software-patent.md

Testing of the Ford Focus Electric and other EVs has revealed significant "white knuckle" range anxiety due to wildly fluctuating battery gauges. The estimated mileage often drops or rises unpredictably based on driving conditions, making long trips stressful. A proposal is made to patent a more accurate battery measurement system that integrates mapping software and altitude data to provide reliable range estimates.

Keywords: ford focus electric, [chevy volt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chevy-volt.md), [nissan leaf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nissan-leaf.md), [range anxiety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/range-anxiety.md), [battery life](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/battery-life.md), [patent](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patent.md)

### Google Tax Avoidance and Mobile Phone Hardware

- **Episode:** [91: Stroking the Ugly Stick](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/91-stroking-the-ugly-stick.md)
- **Published:** 2009-04-22
- **Time:** 1:17:25–1:19:47
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/91-stroking-the-ugly-stick/chapter/google-tax-avoidance-and-mobile-phone-hardware.md

Google is accused of avoiding over 100 million pounds in UK taxes by routing earnings through Ireland. The conversation shifts to the hardware limitations of the G-Phone, specifically its poor battery life compared to the Nokia E71. Adam Curry shares a personal story about incurring $600 in roaming charges despite turning off the phone's transmitter.

Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [tax avoidance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tax-avoidance.md), [eric schmidt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-schmidt.md), [ireland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ireland.md), [battery life](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/battery-life.md)

### Mobile Phone Battery Drain, Google Latitude Surveillance

- **Episode:** [74: Enter Colorado](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/74-enter-colorado.md)
- **Published:** 2009-02-22
- **Time:** 1:20:21–1:25:24
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/74-enter-colorado/chapter/mobile-phone-battery-drain-google-latitude-surveillance.md

A host reports mysterious battery drain on a Nokia E71 after installing and then uninstalling Google Maps with Latitude. They suspect the device may be maintaining unauthorized network connections or has been compromised to act as a remote listening device, suggesting that removing the battery is the only way to ensure privacy.

Keywords: [nokia e71](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nokia-e71.md), google latitude, [battery life](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/battery-life.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), [spyware](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spyware.md)

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