iPod battery replacement - sources?
Jun 2, 2006 | 3:05 pm
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iPod battery replacement - sources?
So my friend replaced his iPod 2G battery with one of those from newertech.
He got a high capacity 2100mA and went from the US to India with no problem.
$&*@&%%&$#%&*%$#%&$ like 20 hours no problem of battery time.
Looking at my old iPod 3G in the corner, the only replacement I have seen is a 850mA which is like a 30% improvement over the original battery time. I have seen this battery from a reputable dealer for about $20 including shipping.
So I ask THE forum...who knows of other dark places on the internet where people speak of batteries and places where I can go to get 1100mA and higher???
He got a high capacity 2100mA and went from the US to India with no problem.
$&*@&%%&$#%&*%$#%&$ like 20 hours no problem of battery time.
Looking at my old iPod 3G in the corner, the only replacement I have seen is a 850mA which is like a 30% improvement over the original battery time. I have seen this battery from a reputable dealer for about $20 including shipping.
So I ask THE forum...who knows of other dark places on the internet where people speak of batteries and places where I can go to get 1100mA and higher???
Jun 3, 2006 | 1:29 pm
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I'd also like to know of anyplace to get replacement batteries for the iPod Mini -- I've had horrible luck with this thing. The only place I found doesn't provide batteries for the Mini I have. At the moment, the thing is totally dead following a charge using the iPod travel charger - I'm heading to the Apple store this afternoon, but any avenues to a better/different battery would be great (assuming they can repair it) .
Jun 3, 2006 | 1:44 pm
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I ordered an iPod Mini Super Capacity Battery - 720mAh from www.pdasmart.com. I was hoping to replace my original battery with one with higher capacity (the original was still fine). I actually get less time on the new battery than the original!!! Not sure what the explanation is, apparently all mAh are not equal. I have also ordered parts although not a battery from ipodmods.com and been very satisfied.
Jun 3, 2006 | 4:29 pm
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Supposedly you can get batteries on ebay...whether or not they are trustworthy...I got nothing. However, when my 3G finally died, I just bit the bullet and went to the Apple store to take advantage of their battery replacement program (I think it is $69). I figured they would crack it open and replace the battery. Nope...new ipod. Yep....NEW. Yeah, it was a new 3G...but still new.
Jun 3, 2006 | 5:03 pm
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Google is your friend 
http://www.ipodbatterydepot.com/index.asp
http://www.ipodjuice.com/index.html
http://www.ipodmods.com/shop/screen-ipod-repair.html
I haven't used any of these, but am going to send my unit to the last firm to get my screen replaced.
http://www.ipodbatterydepot.com/index.asp
http://www.ipodjuice.com/index.html
http://www.ipodmods.com/shop/screen-ipod-repair.html
I haven't used any of these, but am going to send my unit to the last firm to get my screen replaced.
Jun 3, 2006 | 7:20 pm
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Originally Posted by GoingAway
I'd also like to know of anyplace to get replacement batteries for the iPod Mini -- I've had horrible luck with this thing. The only place I found doesn't provide batteries for the Mini I have. At the moment, the thing is totally dead following a charge using the iPod travel charger - I'm heading to the Apple store this afternoon, but any avenues to a better/different battery would be great (assuming they can repair it) .
Jun 7, 2006 | 2:12 pm
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Originally Posted by GoingAway
I was given a new iPod mini today so should have a little more time before I need to worry about the battery again ... thanks for the links
Most everything on ebay and various places is an 850mA replacement which is a minor increase over the original.
I'll be purchasing from:
http://www.ipodbattery.com/ for 16USD + S&H and the place seems reputable.
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There is another site that should be reputable and the only one that I have seen with an 1100mA battery. WOW WOW WOW! but its 55USD. Forget that.
http://www.pdasmart.com/ipodpartscenter3g.htm