Samsung is getting closer to creating a practical fuel cell for laptops. They have created a methanol-based laptop doc that store enough fuel for 12,000 Wh. Using the right laptop, they estimate you could go 1 month without refueling.
I know this isn't ideal - it isn't a nice internal fuel cell conveniently replacing the battery in your laptop, but it is progress. The article I linked above indicates that the system produces about 20 Watts peak output, but that is just fine for a small notebook. And they aren't pretending that this is something that you take on the train or bus with you - it is a docking station. Great for that island cottage or remote wilderness getaway. Engadget also has an article.
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