On The Road With An iPod, A Way To Beat The Battery Blues
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On the Road With an iPod, a Way to Beat
the Battery Blues
On the Road With an iPod, a Way to Beat
the Battery Blues
01/16/2004 11:32 AMAlthough the iPod was originally marketed as a way to listen to
digital music on the go, enthusiasts soon adapted the players for use
with home and car stereos. For iPodlings who really like to drive,
Digital Lifestyle Outfitters has released the latest version of the.
TechRestore, Inc. Announces the iPod
Battery Freedom Service - Lifetime iPod
Battery Replacement.
TechRestore, Inc. Announces the iPod
Battery Freedom Service - Lifetime iPod
Battery Replacement.
06/22/2005 03:01 AMTechRestore, Inc. announced today that they have begun offering a new
lifetime iPod battery replacement service. [PRWEB Jun 20, 2005]
ThinkPad Battery Blues
ThinkPad Battery Blues
03/06/2004 02:09 AM I love my ThinkPads. I've owned several. I started with a 380D, then
got a 600E a bit over 4 years ago, and now I currently have a T21
(Linux) and T23 (Windows). They're the greatest non-Mac notebooks
money can buy. But I seem to have a particular skill when it comes to
decimating ThinkPad batteries. One of the reasons I own two T-series
notebooks right now is that they can share batteries. And between them
have three, numbered...
How to beat the blackout blues
How to beat the blackout blues
12/21/2003 01:23 AMUS News Dec 21 2003 0:01AM ET
New Bangalore road to beat jams
New Bangalore road to beat jams
09/27/2004 09:00 AMIndia's out-sourcing capital Bangalore is to get an $87m (£48m) new
toll motorway in a fresh bid to tackle congestion.
iPod Battery Saga Goes On
iPod Battery Saga Goes On
05/26/2004 09:03 AMReuters is carrying a story that claims that the iPod's rechargeable
batteries can falter after only a year, and criticises their charging
limitations. By Macworld UK (via MyAppleMenu)
New iPod Battery shipping
New iPod Battery shipping
05/13/2004 12:19 PMBattery Technology has announced the release of The iPod Battery,
which comes with interchangeable cradles for the 3rd generation iPod
and iPod Mini and provides up to 40 hours of music play-time or
download time, regardless of the age or status of the original
(internal) battery, reports iPodlounge...
3G iPod Battery Replacement for $22.99
3G iPod Battery Replacement for $22.99
09/02/2004 09:31 PMiPodlounge Sep 2 2004 11:14PM GMT
Notes and Tips: iPod Battery FAQ
Notes and Tips: iPod Battery FAQ
07/19/2004 09:26 AMApple updates its extensive iPod battery FAQ....
Apple: iPod Battery Settlement
Apple: iPod Battery Settlement
06/05/2005 11:11 PMApple settles a class-action lawsuit over false claims about iPod
battery life.
Seriously Confused About iPod Battery
Life
Seriously Confused About iPod Battery
Life
09/24/2004 01:42 AMI don't understand my iPod. By Jason Levine, Q Daily News (via
MyAppleMenu)
Poll: Most Happy With iPod Battery
Poll: Most Happy With iPod Battery
01/28/2004 07:21 AM(Macworld UK via MyAppleMenu)
New: TruePower iPod replacement battery
New: TruePower iPod replacement battery
06/22/2005 02:00 AMFastMac's TruePower iPod replacement batteries claim up to 70% more
capacity than the original.
Newertech's 21 Hour iPod Battery
Newertech's 21 Hour iPod Battery
09/21/2004 12:27 PM
If you're an iPod fanatic (you know who I'm talking
about) you'd better have a sit-down. Xlr8yourmac recently reported
that after they replaced their original iPod battery with one from
Newertech they went from 4 hours to 21 hours of playtime. It cost them
$40 and five minute's effort, (although this definitely voids the
warranty). The $40 includes a tool set and installation guide, and if
you tack on the coupon code 'HIGHROAD' when you check out you can get
the NewerTech RoadTrip FM Transmitter device for only $9.99. Not bad,
especially if you've got an older iPod (1st or 2nd gen) with a worn
out battery.
Read - iPod Battery Upgrade [GadgetMadness]
Read - Catalog Page [MacSales]
Update: Some people are having problems with the RoadTrip code,
so don't hold me to that.
CES: Cellboost battery charger comes to
iPod
CES: Cellboost battery charger comes to
iPod
01/06/2005 02:58 PMCompact Power Systems Inc. on Thursday announced the expansion of its
line of Cellboost products -- disposal battery charger systems that
have up to now provided cell phones with additional juice when their
own internal batteries run low. Among the new products that will be
supported with the expanded line is Apple Computer Inc.'s iPod.
iPod Battery Replacement and more from
MacResQ
iPod Battery Replacement and more from
MacResQ
04/29/2004 09:46 PMHarmony H688 Internet Powered Universal
Remote Control - Built for OS X
Normally $229.99, take $15 off with Q-Pon code "ISLAND"
iPodResQ Self-Service Battery Replacement
Kit for 3rd Generation iPods with Dock
Normally $44.99, take $15 off with Q-Pon code "POOL"
iPodResQ Self-Service Battery Replacement
Kit for 1st & 2nd Generation iPods with a FireWire Port
Normally $44.99, take $5 off with Q-Pon code "BEACH2"
CoolMax Gemini 2.5" Portable Aluminum
FireWire Hard Drive Enclosure
Normally $32.99, take $3 off with Q-Pon code "CMAX"
PowerMac G3/266 DT 64/4gb/24xCD/AV
Normally $119.99, take $20 off with Q-Pon code "266AV2"
PowerBookResQ "SuperDrive" DVD-R/CD-RW
Burner Self Service Upgrade for G4 PowerBooks with Combo Drive
Normaly $269.99, take $70 off with Q-Pon code "NEWLOW"
A Response To The iPod Battery Flap
A Response To The iPod Battery Flap
12/30/2003 12:09 PMiPod battery motion comes to Parliament
iPod battery motion comes to Parliament
01/22/2004 12:47 PMA UK Parliamentary motion has been introduced, calling on Apple "to
ensure that replacement [iPod] batteries are plentiful in supply and
priced at a reasonable level."
Link
(
via iPod Hacks)
Newertech's 22 Hour iPod Battery
Newertech's 22 Hour iPod Battery
09/21/2004 10:38 AMIf you're an iPod fanatic (you know who I'm talking
about) you'd better have a sit-down. Xlr8yourmac recently reported
that after they replaced their original iPod battery with one from
Newertech they went from 4 hours to 21 hours of playtime. It cost them
$40 and five minute's effort, (although this definitely voids the
warranty). The $40 includes a tool set and installation guide, and if
you tack on the coupon code 'HIGHROAD' when you check out you can get
the NewerTech RoadTrip FM Transmitter device for only $9.99. Not bad,
especially if you've got an older iPod (1st or 2nd gen) with a worn
out battery.
Read - iPod Battery Upgrade [GadgetMadness]
Read - Catalog Page [MacSales]
FastMac announces iPod battery upgrade
FastMac announces iPod battery upgrade
06/22/2005 02:22 AMFastMac today announced an iPod battery upgrade that utilizes what the
company says is "patented nanoparticle technology to dramatically
extend battery lifespan."...
Apple Changing iPod Battery Technology?
Apple Changing iPod Battery Technology?
12/17/2003 02:36 AM
A ComputerWorkd.dk article (Danish) reports that Apple has dropped one
of their iPod battery suppliers -- a Danish company called Danionics.
Danion...
FastMac introduces iPod battery upgrade
FastMac introduces iPod battery upgrade
06/22/2005 01:54 AMFastMac on Monday announced an iPod battery upgrade that utilizes
patented nanoparticle technology. The company's new upgrade utilizes
patented nanoparticle technology codenamed “TruePower,” that
significantly slows the degradation of the battery by protecting and
preventing damage to the battery’s internal lithium crystal matrix
caused by power spikes.
“If you’re spending more time recharging your iPod than you are
actually using it, this upgrade is for you” Business Development
Manager for FastMac Performance Upgrades Michael Lowdermilk said.
“This really is the last battery your iPod will ever need.”
The upgrade is available for first, second and third generation iPods
and comes with a two-year warranty.
iPod Battery Boosted in Software Refresh
iPod Battery Boosted in Software Refresh
03/20/2003 09:59 PMApple to settle iPod battery claims
Apple to settle iPod battery claims
06/06/2005 12:04 AMApple Computer will extend warranties and issue credits to consumers
who had battery problems with older iPods under a proposed
class-action settlement.
Apple deal for iPod battery cases
Apple deal for iPod battery cases
06/05/2005 10:48 PMApple says it will extend warranties and give out vouchers to iPod
owners who have had battery problems.
iPod Battery Replacement Details from
Apple
iPod Battery Replacement Details from
Apple
11/14/2003 11:31 AM
Apple's iPod Support site references the upcoming iPod Battery
Replacement program in a list of troubleshooting steps for the iPod.
If your iPod fa...
Apple iPod Shuffle Battery Pack
Apple iPod Shuffle Battery Pack
04/07/2005 10:52 PMThe iPod shuffle Battery Pack's single purpose is to extend your
music playback life, and for that, it works and works well. Whether
you'll really need it is another question. By Jeremy Horwitz,
iPodlounge
Official Apple iPod Battery
Replacements?
Official Apple iPod Battery
Replacements?
11/14/2003 03:37 AM
According to sources, Apple is planning on introducing an official
iPod Battery Replacement program. Through the program, iPod owners
will be able to...
New: NuPower 1800mAh iPod replacement
battery
New: NuPower 1800mAh iPod replacement
battery
12/17/2004 06:26 PMNewer Technology and Other World Computing released the NuPower
1800mAh iPod replacement battery, which provides 46% more power for
first- and second-generation iPods
iPod battery swap surprisingly easy
iPod battery swap surprisingly easy
09/08/2004 09:45 PM
Mark Frauenfelder:
Plenty of people have swapped a new battery into their iPod, so the
fact that I did it, too, is nothing new. But the fact that someone as
clumsy as I am did it in about ten minutes without destroying the iPod
is surprising. If you're as fumbled fingered as I am and have been
afraid to open your iPod, I hope this gives you the courage to take
action.
Here's what happened: Last year, I gave my six-year-old daughter my
old 10 Gig old-style iPod, because I got a 20 Gig model. Last month,
she started complaining that the battery wasn't holding a charge. This
is a known problem with iPods. Last week, her iPod was dying after
running for just a few minutes. It was time to crack it open.
Using Froogle, I searched on "iPod battery" and found this replacement unit for $30. The shipping was around $6 and it
arrived via 2-day UPS.
(Click images for enlargement)
When it
arrived (on time), I opened it and found the battery, some
instructions (the same ones found here), and a
cute-as-a-button miniature screwdriver with a little clip on it so you
can insert it in a shirt pocket. Following the instructions, I
carefully inserted the screwdriver into the crack between the metal
case and clear plastic lid. But the screwdriver's blade was way too
thick to get into the seam. I ended up gouging the plastic.
I set the
screwdriver aside and grabbed a kitchen knife. It took about three or
four minutes of tentative probing before I could get the knife blade
worked in far enough to give me enough leverage to start to separate
the top from the bottom. Once I got it started, though, I was able to
use the adorable little screwdriver to pry the iPod the rest of the
way open.
The old
battery was attached to the hard drive with a couple of strips of
padded, double-sided tape. I tore the tape a little while removed the
old battery, and one of the strips got stuck to itself, but it wasn't
a big deal. The battery has a couple of wires coming out of it, ending
in a tiny white plug that goes into a socket. It was easy to unplug. I
took the new battery and stuck it onto the sticky tape. Then I plugged
it in the little socket. The cover snapped right on.
After
charging it overnight, I gave it to my daughter and it has been
running for hours. Mission accomplished!
Settlement reached in iPod battery
lawsuit
Settlement reached in iPod battery
lawsuit
06/05/2005 11:20 PMApple is offering consumers who had battery problems with older
versions of the popular iPod digital music player $50 vouchers and
extended service warranties under a tentative settlement in a
class-action lawsuit.
According to AP, lawyers representing consumers in the state court
case said that the settlement could affect as many as 2 million people
nationwide who purchased first-, second- and third-generation iPods
through May 2004. Apple confirmed the settlement but has not
officially commented.
The settlement comes after eight consumers filed a suit in 2003,
alleging that the iPod failed to live up to claims that the
rechargeable battery would last the product's lifetime and play music
continuously for up to 10 hours. According to the terms of the
settlement, people who fill out a claim form are entitled to receive
$50 redeemable toward the purchase of any Apple products or services
except iTunes downloads or iTunes gift certificates.
Consumers will be notified of the tentative settlement in three ways:
by e-mail, by letters, and through advertisements in USA Today and
Parade Magazine in the next month, said Elizabeth C. Pritzker, an
attorney at Burlingame-based law firm Cotchett, Pitre, Simon &
McCarthy LLP, which represented two plaintiffs. Apple has agreed to
pay up to $2.8 million to the two law firms that represented
consumers.
Apple facing five iPod battery lawsuits
Apple facing five iPod battery lawsuits
02/11/2004 09:36 AMCalifornian class-actions
Newer High-Capacity iPod Battery
Newer High-Capacity iPod Battery
09/15/2004 01:14 PMNewer Technology and Other World Computing have teamed up to release
the Ultra High Capacity replacement battery for first- and
second-generation iPods. According to Other World Computing's website,
the Lithium-Polymer battery offers an extra 70-percent capacity over
the iPods' original battery.
Apple settles iPod battery lawsuit
Apple settles iPod battery lawsuit
06/05/2005 10:59 PMApple has agreed to give US$50 vouchers and extended service
warranties to as many as 2 million customers whose older iPods had
batteries that needed to be replaced or didn't fully charge, reports
AP...
Washington Post Covers Ipod Battery
Ruckus
Washington Post Covers Ipod Battery
Ruckus
12/20/2003 06:04 PMAn anonymous reader sent in a link to 'Battery and Assault: When His
iPod Died, This Music Lover Tackled Apple. Stay Tuned.' in the
Washington Post. The ...
NewerTech, OWC offer high-capacity 1G,
2G iPod battery
NewerTech, OWC offer high-capacity 1G,
2G iPod battery
12/19/2004 03:33 PMNewerTech and Other World Computing (OWC) today announced a new
high-capacity 1800mAh replacement Lithium-Polymer battery for all
first and second-generation iPod models...
Cellboost disposable battery/charger for
iPod announced
Cellboost disposable battery/charger for
iPod announced
01/06/2005 02:55 PMCompact Power Systems has expanded its Cellboost line of disposable
battery/chargers for cell phones with a new device for the iPod...
High-capacity replacement iPod battery
announced
High-capacity replacement iPod battery
announced
09/14/2004 10:51 AMNewer Technology (NewerTech) and Other World Computing (OWC) today
introduced a high-capacity replacement battery for all first- and
second-generation iPods...
Washington Post Covers iPod Battery
Ruckus
Washington Post Covers iPod Battery
Ruckus
12/21/2003 01:13 PMSlashdot Dec 21 2003 11:07AM ET
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Listen to your iPod in the car with
TransPod FM
Listen to your iPod in the car with
TransPod FM
12/12/2003 05:30 PMOn Friday,
Digital Lifestyle
Outfitters kicked off the weekend with the announcement of
TransPod FM, an all-in-one unit that allows iPod owners to play tunes
in their cars through a built-in digital FM transmitter that synchs
with an unused frequency on their stereos.
Today@Playlist: Numeric iPod battery
display
Today@Playlist: Numeric iPod battery
display
04/07/2005 02:58 PMWant to view your iPod’s remaining battery charge as a number?
Here’s how.
Notes and Tips: iPod Troubleshooting
Notes and Tips: iPod Troubleshooting
07/26/2004 10:56 AMApple updates its iPod troubleshooting FAQ.
The TransPod FM
The TransPod FM
12/15/2003 12:58 PM A new combination car mount/charger/FM transmitter from DLO for
listening to your third-generation iPod on your car stereo. The
TransPod FM even plugs into...
Small Dog offers iPod battery
replacement program
Small Dog offers iPod battery
replacement program
02/16/2004 01:22 PMSmall Dog Electronics is now offering replacement batteries for both
original and 3G (third generation) iPods...
DLO ships TransPod FM car solution for
3G iPods
DLO ships TransPod FM car solution for
3G iPods
12/11/2003 03:39 PMDLO has announced that it is now shipping TransPod FM, a new version
of its wireless car solution for 3G (third-generation) iPods with dock
connectors...
DLO offers TransPod in silver and black
DLO offers TransPod in silver and black
03/17/2005 04:04 AMDigital Lifestyle Outfitters announced Monday that their TransPod FM
car transmitter for Apple's iPod is now available in black and silver
finishes, to help better match vehicle interiors. The TransPod works
with iPods and iPod minis as well. The original white unit is still
available. TransPod recharges the iPod while providing FM transmission
to let you listen to your songs while you drive. Its cradle is
adjustable and it mounts in your car's cigarette lighter or accessory
jack. TransPod costs US$99.99.
News: iPod Tunestir combines FM
transmitter, tuner, remote
News: iPod Tunestir combines FM
transmitter, tuner, remote
04/04/2005 03:18 PMBattery Technology Inc. (BTI) on Monday introduced the iPod Tunestir,
an accessory for Apple's iPod that combines an FM radio transmitter,
FM receiver and an inline remote control all in one accessory. The
iPod Tunestir is compatible with all third and fourth-generation
iPods, iPod minis and iPod photo models. Coming in April, pricing for
the iPod Tunestir was not announced.
Notes and Tips: iPod Mini, iPod Deal
Notes and Tips: iPod Mini, iPod Deal
02/17/2004 11:51 AMThe iPod Mini is shipping, and a reader points out the best deal we've
ever seen on a bigger iPod.
MOM FAQ: Troubleshooting DCAM
Installations
MOM FAQ: Troubleshooting DCAM
Installations
05/06/2004 04:04 PMMOM FAQ: Troubleshooting MOM Agent
Installations
MOM FAQ: Troubleshooting MOM Agent
Installations
05/09/2004 12:56 PMJobs: iPod no longer luring switchers
Jobs: iPod no longer luring switchers
06/17/2004 11:39 AMIn an interview with Neil McIntosh of The Guardian, Apple CEO Steve
Jobs said that the iPod is no longer meant to lead PC users to switch
to the Mac platform...
On The Road With An iPod, A Way To Beat The Battery Blues
