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Ross Kelly

Your household gadgets could soon be battery-free — scientists create tiny solar cells that can be powered by indoor light

Two researchers holding a panel of their solar cells optimised for indoor light.

An array of personal and home devices could one day function battery-free following the development of pioneering new solar technology.

These new solar cells are capable of harvesting energy from indoor light. Researchers said the discovery has broad applications and could enable consumers to power devices such as keyboards, alarms and sensors using only indoor ambient light.

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