WASHINGTON - The battery that caught fire in a Japan Airlines Boeing 787 in Boston earlier this month was not overcharged, but government investigators said there could still be problems with wiring or other charging components.

Q: Does it affect your iPhone’s battery life when you charge it every night? I have found a lot of conflicting answers on the web. — Madeline

Give your home the sophisticated charm of an English manor by decking the halls with the equestrian-themed holiday decor that is captivating hearts. Depending upon your fancy, you can take this timeless look in any direction, from whimsical to classic.

Valley residents may not have to worry about hurricanes or earthquakes, but being prepared for an emergency — either individually or as a community — should be at the top of every resident’s to-do lists, public safety leaders said.

Mesa drivers now have access to eight electric vehicle charging stations in the city. The new Blink chargers were installed in October and are located at three city facilities including the Main Public Library, 64 E. 1st St.; Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St.; and Mesa Convention Center, 263 N. Center St.

Q: I got a new laptop battery. What is the best way to condition it? I use my laptop as a desktop with a port replicator. It's always plugged in. - Brian

If you splurged on that perfect gadget gift, you’ve probably imagined an ecstatic squeal accompanying its discovery. But if you extend that fantasy five minutes, is the scene as jubilant? Gadget givers everywhere forget to make their toys usable straight out of the box, leading to frustration before the fun can begin.

Since Jim Stack bought his new Nissan six months ago, he’s come to enjoy watching fuel prices bounce around.

So what do you do when you have three kids and no electricity anywhere for miles around?

Q: I have a 4G Android smartphone that blows through the battery in less than a day! Any tips for extending the battery life?

Q: I have a 4G Android smartphone that blows through the battery in less than a day! Any tips for extending the battery life?

Q: Is it true that I should let the batteries on my laptop and smartphone run down all the way before I recharge them in order to extend the life of the battery? - Skip

With hundreds of thousands of Arizona motorists heading to grandma's house next week, it's important to keep in mind a few tips to ensure a safe, stress-free trip:

With hundreds of thousands of Arizona motorists heading to grandma's house next week, it's important to keep in mind a few tips to ensure a safe, stress-free trip:

With hundreds of thousands of Arizona motorists heading to grandma's house next week, it's important to keep in mind a few tips to ensure a safe, stress-free trip:

A southern Arizona sheriff's office has released some reports of their investigation in the desert shooting of a deputy, hoping to squelch rumors that the incident was a hoax timed to enflame the debate over illegal immigration and cartel bloodshed.

Q. I love my iPhone but hate how quickly the battery goes dead. Any tips on getting more time on a charge? — Marcus

Doug Kalitta continued his early-season resurgence with a 3.825-second pass at 317.05 mph to earn the provisional No. 1 qualifying position in Top Fuel at the 26th annual NHRA Arizona Nationals Friday at Firebird International Raceway near Chandler.

BEIJING - With its slim white body and glowing amber tip, it can easily pass as a regular cigarette. It even emits what look like curlicues of white smoke.

SUN CITY - Skyrocketing gas prices and Arizona’s nearly constant sunshine mean one thing for Classic Golf Cars owner Jack Santoro: solar-powered golf cars.

A couple of high-tech entrepreneurs want to charge your devices. All of them. At once. Mitch Randall, a tech-game lover who was trying to keep bug robots running around on a charged pad, and Izhar Matzkevich, who worked for a wireless power provider, teamed up in 2005 to pitch a more practical use for Randall’s robotic bug pad.

The Chandler councilman who fell under heavy scrutiny for using public money for personal expenses made his final payment on a cell phone bill that cost taxpayers thousands of dollars.

Scottsdale-based Ecotality announced Tuesday it has completed the acquisition of Minit Charger.

Scottsdale-based Ecotality announced Friday it will acquire Minit-Charger for $3 million.