From: Laurent Daudelin (laurent_daudelin_at_fanniemae.com)
Date: Thu Aug 28 2003 - 09:43:59 PDT
On 28/08/03 12:22, "Kim Eric" <msmmgr_at_hotmail.com> wrote:
> I am using my 3 years old Nickel Metal Hydride batteries for my MP 2100.
> After the charges, Newton battery indicator shows 70%.
> They didn't stay long less than a couple of hours depending on using with
> backlight on, or off, and I have to replace them with charged ones daily.
>
> I am now considering buying a new Newton Battery pack ($49.00 USD),
> or a new set of rechargeable batteries($10.45 USD for 4 with 2300 mAh
> capacity).
>
> Which one stays longer with one charge?
> I would like to get your advice.
>
You will definitely get a longer charge with a set of rechargeable
batteries. The only thing to keep in mind is that you won't be able to
recharge them while they are in your Newton. You will have to use an
external NiMH charger that knows how to charge them. You will also have to
get a little program to give you a more accurate remaining charge than what
the Newton can report. That's because the Newton charge circuit is set for
lower capacity NiMH cells.
-Laurent.
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