The BQ24171RGYR from Texas Instruments is an integrated, highly-integrated switching-mode stand-alone LiIon/Polymer battery charger for charging a variety of combinations of LiIon cells. It offers seamless switching between constant current/constantvoltage (CC/CV) charging and a fast charging mode while providing ready-to-use, smartcharge and safety charge features for safer operation. The solution allows more flexibility in selecting charge current according to the battery type and capabilities. It also features a wide input voltage range, high-efficiency charging and a programmable charge termination indicator. All these features make the BQ24171RGYR a great choice for eliminating battery-management related issues and ensuring longer battery life in portable applications.