If you are not familiar with the latest developments in battery technology, I don't blame you While the focus tends to be solely on processors and graphics, the high-tech miracles we take for granted on a daily basis are due to significant improvements in battery life, power, and portability

Meet Yoshino's innovative B4000 SST Portable Power Station The first consumer unit of its kind, it utilizes solid state lithium technology as opposed to traditional lithium-ion batteries, which are limited in both safety and longevity

And this Black Friday, you can get this special power plant for $3,299 $2,499, a savings of $800 off the regular price

This solid-state lithium technology offers more power per pound than lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4), so outdoor types can get up to 4000W of output and 2611Wh of storage in a sleek, printer-sized package that weighs less than 54 pounds and It can be carried in a rugged package

While far from pocket-sized, toss it in the back of a camper and you have a portable power source that is more than adequate for the most demanding family trips

Twin USB and USB-C power ports on the front are compatible with mobile devices, from cell phones to tablets Ideal for day trips, camping, off-grid recreation, and as an emergency home backup power source, even pocket-sized power packs can be charged from this impressive mothership

A pair of 12 VDC outputs accommodate power-hungry devices like speakers, and the rugged unit is thoroughly protected by an aluminum wraparound handle with a soft-grip finish for easy portability

The front end features a convenient LCD display and bright LED lights; download the Yoshino app to record power levels and consumption from your smartphone

On the back are a pair of standard AC outlets that can power anything from a TV to power tools, a TT-30R RV outlet, and both AC and solar/DC inputs

It takes only 70 minutes to charge the B4000 SST from 0-80% using a standard AC outlet or 18 hours using a car's 12V cigar socket Outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers can also connect it to a solar panel and charge it to 80% in 45 hours with 600 watts of solar input

There are other advantages besides camping For example, the B4000 is much easier to carry than a gasoline generator, making it ideal for running power tools in the field

It also makes an ideal uninterruptible power supply for remote workers or anyone whose normal power supply is a bit unreliable

And that solid-state lithium technology? s much safer than its lithium-ion equivalent It is more resistant to overheating and far less likely to cause the kind of thermal runaway that recently forced flight attendants to add a new line to their safety briefings

These make it an ideal solution for power-hungry environments, both indoors and off-site

And this Black Friday, it's more affordable than ever, and for only $2,499, you can take all your power with you wherever you go