Reviews
Product Name: An Introduction to Batteries
An Introduction to Batteries
At one time, iPod battery life was such a problem that some users sued Apple - and won a major settlement in the process. Back then, iPods were supposed to get 8-10 hours of battery life, but commonly ran for only 4-6. Companies began to offer both external iPod battery packs and replacement internal batteries, doubling and in some cases even octupling an iPod’s run time. The cost? $20 to $100, depending on your needs.
Today’s iPods run longer and more reliably than their predecessors, typically achieving 14 hours or more of playback if you’re not actively using the screen and controls. External batteries and internal replacements have become less useful, and less common - options for travelers more than anyone else.
The only reason the average iPod owner will need an extra battery now is for video playback, which discharges iPods six times faster than audio playback, and literally requires external battery power for longer-term viewing. Though there are already electronically compatible options out there, battery makers are now working to develop batteries that physically fit the latest video-capable iPods, as well as iPod nanos. You can check out our Battery accessory reviews here.
A Note From the Editors of iLounge: Though all products and services reviewed by iLounge are "final," many companies now make changes to their offerings after publication of our reviews, which may or may not be reflected above. This iLounge article provides more information on this practice, known as revving.
Discussion
Want to add your views on this product? Use the links below to discuss it in the iLounge Discussion Forums - free registration required. Old comments have been archived for your reference.
Recent News
- Apple launches Reserve and Pick Up retail service
- Apple patent points to simplified data sharing
- iPodweek coming shortly, still time to register
- Apple rolling out updated iTunes LP/Extras files
- Apple seeking new iPhone security manager
- Vers launches open-front Shellcases for iPod, iPhone
- iPhone developer accused of stealing phone numbers
- Quirky intros Beamer case for iPhone 3G, 3GS
- Apple’s Jobs named ‘CEO of the decade’
- Intel responds on iPhone sync issues
Recent Reviews
- Elexa Consumer Products iBlink
- Bose SoundDock 10
- Shure SE115m+ Sound Isolating Headset
- Apple Remote (2009)
- Kensington Travel Battery Pack and Charger for iPhone
- Tapulous Metallica Revenge
- Electronic Arts NBA Live by EA Sports
- Edifier iF500 Luna5 Encore
- Griffin iTrip for iPod + iPhone With iTrip Controller App
- XtremeMac Luna Voyager
Recent Articles
- iPhone Gems: Asphalt 5 and Doom Classic
- Ask iLounge 10-30-09
- Instant Expert: Secrets & Features of Apple TV 3.0
- Ask iLounge 10-23-09
- iPhone Gems: Copy Cat, Derek Jeter Baseball, I Am T-Pain, MotionX GPS Drive, Pang + Real Racing GTI
- iPhone Gems: 2XL ATV Offroad, Adrenaline Golf Online + Iron Fist Boxing 3rd Strike
- iPhone Gems: BombLink, Rock Band + Tap Tap Revenge 3
- Ask iLounge 10-16-09
- iPhone Gems: Global Eater, NPR News, Pocket Tunes Radio, scanR + vTuner Radio
- iPhone Gems: Itsy Bitsy Spider and Little Red Hen Childrens’ Books



