What should I go for? I know the question is kinda vague but all I see in retail is $100 battery cases which is way too expensive...
kirbymaster101 said:
What should I go for? I know the question is kinda vague but all I see in retail is $100 battery cases which is way too expensive...
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Just get the Zerolemon battery for $40 here:
http://www.amazon.com/warranty-Zero...386112426&sr=8-1&keywords=zerolemon+galaxy+s3
or here:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ZeroLemon-S..._Cell_Phone_PDA_Batteries&hash=item485d19ddc2
It is a great battery for $40.
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kirbymaster101 said:
What should I go for? I know the question is kinda vague but all I see in retail is $100 battery cases which is way too expensive...
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It depends on what you carry around with you. I usually just go from home to work and back home, so i can charge either at home or at the office.But when I go on business trips I usually have my laptop bag, so I use a portable battery pack.
I've been using this one for a few weeks and it works really well, it'll charge your phone at least twice.
http://www.amazon.com/Tylt-UPPLANT2...3?ie=UTF8&qid=1386120058&sr=8-3&keywords=tylt
What phone do you have? Does it have a built-in battery (like iPhone) or a changeable battery(e.g. Samsung)?
If your phone has changeable battery, you can actually have another one if you like. It costs less than $15 from a third party.
If you own an iPhone type, an external battery charger or a battery case would be the only way. I personally prefer an external one since the battery case adds too much weight and destroy the sensational design the phone has. And as you said, they charge a lot due to an exquisite workmanship. Otterbox is the leading brand in this type of case, they provide waterproof, dustproof cases which is awesome if you are a backpacker. Their price is therefore pretty high(over $70).
Another option is to get an external battery charger, which is what I'm doing. I have an iPhone 4S and I have a RavPower 14000mAh external battery charger. I choose this brand because they have a reasonable price and a few of my friends has introduced it to me.
There're some other high-end brands in this like Mophie, Mipow, they sell $15 more than the one I have. So if you prefer a luxury one, you may consider theirs.
I think you can get all of those batteries from amazon.
Hindo2 said:
What phone do you have? Does it have a built-in battery (like iPhone) or a changeable battery(e.g. Samsung)?
If your phone has changeable battery, you can actually have another one if you like. It costs less than $15 from a third party.
If you own an iPhone type, an external battery charger or a battery case would be the only way. I personally prefer an external one since the battery case adds too much weight and destroy the sensational design the phone has. And as you said, they charge a lot due to an exquisite workmanship. Otterbox is the leading brand in this type of case, they provide waterproof, dustproof cases which is awesome if you are a backpacker. Their price is therefore pretty high(over $70).
Another option is to get an external battery charger, which is what I'm doing. I have an iPhone 4S and I have a RavPower 14000mAh external battery charger. I choose this brand because they have a reasonable price and a few of my friends has introduced it to me.
There're some other high-end brands in this like Mophie, Mipow, they sell $15 more than the one I have. So if you prefer a luxury one, you may consider theirs.
I think you can get all of those batteries from amazon.
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well I posted in the s3 section, so I figured you already know it is an s3. Yeah, definilty getting a 2nd battery if I can get it for that cheap.
i own both of these and cant go wrong with either.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2537392
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1921093
Decided to get a new OEM battery, anything I should do before using it normally?
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Decided to get a new OEM battery, anything I should do before using it normally?
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full charge
Could you please post a link of the battery. i might need to get one too. thanks.
deadh0b0 said:
Just get the Zerolemon battery for $40 here:
http://www.amazon.com/warranty-Zero...386112426&sr=8-1&keywords=zerolemon+galaxy+s3
or here:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ZeroLemon-S..._Cell_Phone_PDA_Batteries&hash=item485d19ddc2
It is a great battery for $40.
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This!! Best battery upgrade
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Sentinel
I go with senitnel rom.
This rom gives u lots of use time (6h+) and stand by is even better (24h+)
brohead said:
I go with senitnel rom.
This rom gives u lots of use time (6h+) and stand by is even better (24h+)
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Would you happen to have a link to this Sentinel rom? I can't seem to find it
Thanks!
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Would you happen to have a link to this Sentinel rom? I can't seem to find it
Thanks!
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Here's the link
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2249984&highlight=camera
I'm really happy with that rom.
Very smooth and stabel and the battery life is just awesome
Unfortunately my camera is not working but it seems like i'm the only one.
I purchased a replacement battery from a BatteriesPlus store. Great life out of it, comes with 1-yr warranty (bring it back to to the store with any trouble for replacement).
Also, Groupon runs all kinds of deals on accessories. My wife just picked up a Mophie S3 battery case for me for $40!!! In conparrison, BestBuy has them for $99.
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here is what i use
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/ETC-CP1G6LGSTA
Many options to chose fron i use zerolemon 7000maH battery...amazing performance
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Zizza said:
Many options to chose fron i use zerolemon 7000maH battery...amazing performance
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Thank you for information
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3200mAh Extended battery on sale now for $99.95!!
http://www.mugen-power-batteries.co...sung-captivate-sgh-i897with-battery-door.html
100 bucks their nuts plus no good pics...their dumb
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http://batteryboss.org/
Although it's a limited sample size, Mugen looks even worse than Seidio batteries.
*Cue Seidio battery owners to rally in defense of their purchase with no actual empirical data and tons of anecdotes.
If I was to get another battery, I might as well spend $100 on say 7 batteries from eBay/China.
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If I was to get another battery, I might as well spend $100 on say 7 batteries from eBay/China.
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7 batteries?! more like 20 plus 10 AC chargers.... I'm with you, no way I'd put this in my captivate, the added bulk plus the price is just too outrageous for me when I got 2 batteries and a charger for 10 bucks, plus 4-12' usb to microusb cables from monoprice for $8.
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7 batteries?! more like 20 plus 10 AC chargers.... I'm with you, no way I'd put this in my captivate, the added bulk plus the price is just too outrageous for me when I got 2 batteries and a charger for 10 bucks, plus 4-12' usb to microusb cables from monoprice for $8.
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I don't know what kind of responses these are?? People one one battery to last a whole day, 35 batteries and chargers doesn't help. I'd pay more than $100 for a battery that lasted longer and didn't make the phone look ridiculous.
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I don't know what kind of responses these are?? People one one battery to last a whole day, 35 batteries and chargers doesn't help. I'd pay more than $100 for a battery that lasted longer and didn't make the phone look ridiculous.
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a) It does make the phone look ridiculous, why buy an 11mm thick cellphone, only to double the thickness?
b) My battery already lasts a day easy with moderate use, maybe you're doing something wrong.
Seidio or someone just needs to come out with a 1750mah battery that fit like stock batt. If they did it for the bb bold they can do it for this phone. By the way has anyone tried or thought about trying that amzer1600mah battery? Not much of a difference but I've been thinking about it...if they ask like 30 or 40 bucks not 60
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qmgpZ2bL2m8&feature=player_embedded#!
unfortunately, all extended batteries that dont fit with the stock cover will look ridiculous
andy2na said:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qmgpZ2bL2m8&feature=player_embedded#!
unfortunately, all extended batteries that dont fit with the stock cover will look ridiculous
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Oh man that looks absolutely ridiculous. What a joke this extended battery thing is beginning to be.first with seidio's monster now this. Forget it maybe i'll just cave and get another stock batt until someone someday makes a extended one that doesn't look retarded or fits in with stock cover
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roadrash7 said:
100 bucks their nuts plus no good pics...their dumb
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Oh, the irony.
Look: more battery requires more space, which means more bulk which means a bulge and a custom back cover. No other way around it... simple physics. If you don't want a bulge in your phone, get something like a Zaggsparq to plug into for portable rechargeability.
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Oh, the irony.
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Your peeve. Their just not teaching English in schools anymore.
How thick is the phone with the 3200mah extended battery?
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Your peeve. Their just not teaching English in schools anymore.
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Apparently not, it's they're, no possession involved.
http://www.wikihow.com/Use-There,-Their-and-They're
tigerboom said:
Here is a 1600mAh: http://www.mugen-power-batteries.co...tended-battery-for-samsung-galaxys-i9000.html
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Is that battery meant for the stock case?
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I've been leaning toward the Seidio over the Mugen. Still debating whether to take the plunge. The Seidio is 200mah lower than Mugen and $30 less.
As for looks of the bigger cover...and the "bulge"...
Think of it as a codpiece for your Uber phone.
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Look: more battery requires more space, which means more bulk which means a bulge and a custom back cover. No other way around it... simple physics.
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That is simply not true 100% of the time.
Phytrax said:
I don't know what kind of responses these are?? People one one battery to last a whole day, 35 batteries and chargers doesn't help. I'd pay more than $100 for a battery that lasted longer and didn't make the phone look ridiculous.
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What he says could mean to have a charger at home, car and work. Simple.
diablo009 said:
What he says could mean to have a charger at home, car and work. Simple.
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well said diablo... +1 this is alot cheaper than these over priced bulky batteries.
diablo009 said:
What he says could mean to have a charger at home, car and work. Simple.
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It seems obvious that someone looking for an extended battery is looking for just that. I want my cordless phone to be cordless and I don't want to have to keep swapping batteries. The Mugen is pretty ugly but it really doesn't make the phone that much thicker (17mm vs 11mm). I really just wish there were cases that fit it.
Like the title says, just wondering what the highest capacity battery is that doesn't require you to extend the size of the phone by replacing the battery cover.
Ebays 2000mah.
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Ebays 2000mah.
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Thanks! Any links/model numbers I should look for?
Also do these batteries have to be wall charged like some I've heard of?
Check out http://batteryboss.org/. There are some 2000mAhs out there that are actually 1100s.
These are the batteries that I use. I have a few, and I have bought them for my friends. I have found them to be the best battery that fits under the stock door. They do last a fair amount longer than the stock batteries.
http://cgi.ebay.com/2x2000mAh-Batte...Accessories&hash=item483dafbe5b#ht_5045wt_907
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These are the batteries that I use. I have a few, and I have bought them for my friends. I have found them to be the best battery that fits under the stock door. They do last a fair amount longer than the stock batteries.
http://cgi.ebay.com/2x2000mAh-Batte...Accessories&hash=item483dafbe5b#ht_5045wt_907
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I'm glad to hear that. I just ordered those yesterday. I wasn't too sure about getting those Chinese batteries, but I figured I couldn't really go wrong at 16 bucks for 2 batteries and an external charger.
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So if it comes with a quick charger, does that mean the battery shouldn't be charged while inside the phone or is it just a convenience thing?
It's much more convenient to use that charger, and plus it FULLY charges the battery. I never plug my phone in, I just swap fully charged batteries every morning.
Somehow when I see a $16 price tag for 2x2000Mah batteries + charger, a mental image of an exploded shrapnel piercing a Chinese man's carotid artery comes to mind.
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Somehow when I see a $16 price tag for 2x2000Mah batteries + charger, a mental image of an exploded shrapnel piercing a Chinese man's carotid artery comes to mind.
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Somehow when I see a $70 dollar price tag for a battery i see a greedy little monopoly man wiping his ass with $100 bills. Batteries are dirt cheap to manufacture, we only pay exorbitant amounts for them because Americans are stupid. Same reason why companies like Monster Cable are still in business. "If it costs more it MUST be better!"
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Somehow when I see a $70 dollar price tag for a battery i see a greedy little monopoly man wiping his ass with $100 bills. Batteries are dirt cheap to manufacture, we only pay exorbitant amounts for them because Americans are stupid. Same reason why companies like Monster Cable are still in business. "If it costs more it MUST be better!"
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Exactly!!! We Americans are so dramatic.
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These are the batteries that I use. I have a few, and I have bought them for my friends. I have found them to be the best battery that fits under the stock door. They do last a fair amount longer than the stock batteries.
http://cgi.ebay.com/2x2000mAh-Batte...Accessories&hash=item483dafbe5b#ht_5045wt_907
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How long did it take to receive the batteries? The expected date of 3 weeks makes me not want to order it lol.
Guessing this is the same battery only in a one pack?
http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-2000mAh-Hig...244414?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item4aa810aa7e
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How long did it take to receive the batteries? The expected date of 3 weeks makes me not want to order it lol.
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They usually come in about two weeks, give or take a couple days.
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Guessing this is the same battery only in a one pack?
http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-2000mAh-Hig...244414?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item4aa810aa7e
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Yep. If you don't already have a wall charger I recommend getting the set I linked. That charger is key.
The stock battery as far as I'm aware of is the best battery for the size. All those higher rated ones, are liez.
the best battery that doesn't require you to change the cover is the stock red oem battery the phone comes with. check batteryboss.org for proof. if you could get more juice out of the same size htc would of done that.
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Yep. If you don't already have a wall charger I recommend getting the set I linked. That charger is key.
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Why's that?
I have 2 of the ebay batteries. Seem to last just fine.
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the best battery that doesn't require you to change the cover is the stock red oem battery the phone comes with. check batteryboss.org for proof. if you could get more juice out of the same size htc would of done that.
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Sorry to say, but you're wrong. The galilio batteries that I linked last noticeably longer than the stock red batteries. I have 2 of the stock ones and I don't use them at all because the galilios are better. Check this thread out, dude tested them and the 1800mah ones from galilio tested higher capacity than the oem batteries, over 100mah more. Sure they aren't true 1800 and the 2000s arent true 2000 but who cares? They are dirt cheap and DO perform better than the stock battery.
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Why's that?
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Because, you can keep a charged spare. Plus as I said before, the dock chargers fully charge the battery so you don't have to deal with the EVOs finicky charging method.
I just ordered mine as well. If I can get through the day with medium to heavy use on these I will be happy. I love my extended battery would would really rather have a case on my phone
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Hi, I will soon receive my SGS II and I normally use 2-3 batteries for my current Nexus S to get by a single day. I'm wondering where can I buy SGS II battery and separate charger? I've searched everywhere but can't find one. Without extra battery my new SGS II will be kind of useless for me. I Know it has 1650 mah, but it just means I can get by with just one additional battery instead of two . Thanks.
usually stuff like battery's comes along a short while after a product has been released .
jje
anilhk said:
Hi, I will soon receive my SGS II and I normally use 2-3 batteries for my current Nexus S to get by a single day. I'm wondering where can I buy SGS II battery and separate charger? I've searched everywhere but can't find one. Without extra battery my new SGS II will be kind of useless for me. I Know it has 1650 mah, but it just means I can get by with just one additional battery instead of two . Thanks.
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When you see what you have to do to get off the battery cover I predict you'll be wanting you go that less than three times in a day.
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Get a powermonkey to keep your battery topped up. I've had one for years and has been a real life saver.
https://powertraveller.com/iwantsome/primatepower/powermonkeyclassic/
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Get a powermonkey to keep your battery topped up. I've had one for years and has been a real life saver.
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I personally would prefer a 3500mAh extended battery, like the ones available for SGS1 and HTC EVO. The price of these units is also reasonable.
cryptic, yes you are right, I have SGS II now for couple of days and removing the cover and putting it back on seems to be a pain in the A**. But looking at the battery life, it seems i'll be fine with one more battery and I'll just buy one more back cover should it break due to opening again and again which seems very likely.
tamas, I have been using extended batteries before and really loved it, but SGS II is the slimmest phone in the world, I don't want to make it look fatter and bulkier. I just like it being slim and very light. It may be even lighter then my Nexus S.
Don't worry about the back cover breaking or anything.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErXqnQKs-tA
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tamas, I have been using extended batteries before and really loved it, but SGS II is the slimmest phone in the world, I don't want to make it look fatter and bulkier. I just like it being slim and very light. It may be even lighter then my Nexus S.
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Yeah, there is always a tradeoff... The powermonkey and other similar solutions are even heavier and need more space. Right now I have a powerbank with 4xAA batteries, capable to charge any USB-powered unit - it serves well, especially if you want to charge different devices.
However it's ~300g and you have to hassle with the cable, which is not so easy e.g during trekking.
Sticks02 said:
Don't worry about the back cover breaking or anything.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErXqnQKs-tA
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What?? This is awesome! I wonder how many more surprises SGS II has.
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travisb said:
Get a powermonkey to keep your battery topped up. I've had one for years and has been a real life saver.
https://powertraveller.com/iwantsome/primatepower/powermonkeyclassic/
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Thanks Travisb! I don't carry a bag to work and this may be a problem in my pocket. Thanks for letting me know though!
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Thanks Travisb! I don't carry a bag to work and this may be a problem in my pocket.
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There are plenty of 3000-3500mAh batteries available for the SGS-1, let's hope they will come up very soon with SGS-2 compatible batteries.
P.S.: if anyone knows that one is available, please give a note here.
Weird. I got at least 20 hours out of a standard battery on the 9000.
Hopefully there will be a battery available soon, always prefer to have a spare on me, just in case...
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Hopefully there will be a battery available soon, always prefer to have a spare on me, just in case...
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I'll need one in about a month. There are great stuff on ebay for the SGS-1, such as 2x3500mAh batteries+cover in a bundle. I want something like that for my sgs2...
Finally it is now available on Ebay. Though I need just one extra with a charger, they include 3! All other sellers on ebay seems to be selling wrong battery.
http://cgi.ebay.com/New-3X-Battery-...586160934?pt=US_Batteries&hash=item2563ae5b26
anilhk said:
Finally it is now available on Ebay. Though I need just one extra with a charger, they include 3! All other sellers on ebay seems to be selling wrong battery.
http://cgi.ebay.com/New-3X-Battery-...586160934?pt=US_Batteries&hash=item2563ae5b26
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Doesn't $18 for three batteries and a charger kind of scare you?
anilhk said:
Finally it is now available on Ebay. Though I need just one extra with a charger, they include 3! All other sellers on ebay seems to be selling wrong battery.
http://cgi.ebay.com/New-3X-Battery-...586160934?pt=US_Batteries&hash=item2563ae5b26
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That's still only 1650mAh=you have to turn off the phone and replace battery every time one is flat. I keep hunting for a 3000 or 3500mAh unit with back cover.
tamas970 said:
That's still only 1650mAh=you have to turn off the phone and replace battery every time one is flat. I keep hunting for a 3000 or 3500mAh unit with back cover.
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Does it not charge through the USB port?
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Does it not charge through the USB port?
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Nope, the one I am looking for is a big system battery, which needs a new back cover (~twice as thick as the original battery).
The phone gets thicker, but finally I can hike all day long using GPS with one charge and no hassle with external batteries/cables.
I found this thread where G1_enthusiast reviewed Anker and Seidio batteries for S3, but I also found the 4600mAh battery from Mugen Power earlier than these, and ordered it.
All I head is that cheap batteries are made out of almost expired materials and work for like 200 charge cycles, which explains their price. The expensive ones like Mugen or Seidio work for 400-500 charges, which is better, but would be awesome if some one could review the 4600mAh one. I will post my results later when I receive it, but I don't have experience in doing such tests.
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whyandroiddude said:
I found this thread where G1_enthusiast reviewed Anker and Seidio batteries for S3, but I also found the 4600mAh battery from Mugen Power earlier than these, and ordered it.
All I head is that cheap batteries are made out of almost expired materials and work for like 200 charge cycles, which explains their price. The expensive ones like Mugen or Seidio work for 400-500 charges, which is better, but would be awesome if some one could review the 4600mAh one. I will post my results later when I receive it, but I don't have experience in doing such tests.
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reason why they are not popular is the price tag, i used to think their company is out of japan but in fact they are base out of hong kong (people tend to think china stufff are ****ty). so what make their battery better than anker or hyperion? having say that, i have own their battery before (G2 and SGS2) and they do make battery longer than stock. however i was not into crazy testing at the time. i will not pay 100 bucks for battery again, as long as anker is in bussiness.
seido is the only battery company that is base in texas...thats not to say their factory isnt in china either. they also make quality battery in the past
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reason why they are not popular is the price tag, i used to think their company is out of japan but in fact they are base out of hong kong (people tend to think china stufff are ****ty). so what make their battery better than anker or hyperion? having say that, i have own their battery before (G2 and SGS2) and they do make battery longer than stock. however i was not into crazy testing at the time. i will not pay 100 bucks for battery again, as long as anker is in bussiness.
seido is the only battery company that is base in texas...thats not to say their factory isnt in china either. they also make quality battery in the past
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Well, as I head many times and experienced myself on older phones (I have a 3900mAh from Mugen for Nexus S that works for 1.5 years already) - industry standards cannot produce a good quality battery and sell it for 10$. Those batteries are usually made out of expired materials. The issue here is not just the capacity but the battery life cycle. Cheap batteries have confirmed to last for 100-200 charges, however batteries from Seidio or Mugen last for 400-600 charges, not to say about warranty and safety + NFC support.
Also, for me personally customer support and brand presence is more important than being cheap. If I can afford a phone that costs 800$, I surely can get a good quality battery for a 100$. I will get the battery soon, btw, and will let you know.
I also posted this here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=30770441&postcount=85
I wonder if the Mugen battery will work with the extended cases that are being offered. I got one from Hyperion that I like. Judging by pictures it looks like the Mugen extended door may be a little bigger or designed different.
If the Mugen would fit with the other extended doors and TPU cases I would buy it. I've had great luck with them,
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The issue here is not just the capacity but the battery life cycle. Cheap batteries have confirmed to last for 100-200 charges, however batteries from Seidio or Mugen last for 400-600 charges, not to say about warranty and safety + NFC support.
Also, for me personally customer support and brand presence is more important than being cheap. If I can afford a phone that costs 800$, I surely can get a good quality battery for a 100$. I will get the battery soon, btw, and will let you know.
I also posted this here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=30770441&postcount=85
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If a cheap extended battery lasts for 200 charges and I charge it every 2 days, it's still going to last over a year. I expect to have a new phone by this time next year if not sooner. So what's the big deal?
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If a cheap extended battery lasts for 200 charges and I charge it every 2 days, it's still going to last over a year. I expect to have a new phone by this time next year if not sooner. So what's the big deal?
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Good point, I always try to get the best deal, but for some reason I stopped using ebay batteries long time ago after a couple of duds.
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Good point, I always try to get the best deal, but for some reason I stopped using ebay batteries long time ago after a couple of duds.
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That is why you go for tested name brand but not super expensive. a mugen costs more than 5 times what a hyperion, qcell, etc. costs. but it is very unlikely they will last 5 times as many charges. there is nothing like a fresh battery!
Well, they're always out of stock...I guess they never back back-logs. Anyways, I've received my S3 battery and now I need to calibrate the phone according to their instruction. They say that it's necessary to charge 4-5 times for 8-12 hours before the phone recognizes the new capacity. Does anyone know why?
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Well, they're always out of stock...I guess they never back back-logs. Anyways, I've received my S3 battery and now I need to calibrate the phone according to their instruction. They say that it's necessary to charge 4-5 times for 8-12 hours before the phone recognizes the new capacity. Does anyone know why?
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It's been a while since you bought it, what is your opinion regarding this battery, can you please do a mini review?
Another great review on the subject
Badelhas said:
It's been a while since you bought it, what is your opinion regarding this battery, can you please do a mini review?
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I possibly cannot be doing a better ones that I've added to the thread. Check these videos.
$100 for a battery! That's more than half what I payed for the phone itself
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Why didn't you buy a stand with extra battery that recharges both at the same time and just carry the extra one with you? I did, 18 pounds in amazon.uk. That way there is no extra bulk, and it's much cheaper!
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I tend to carry my phone around, that's why. I think that's the sole purpose of having an extended battery in the first place.
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Who said anything about not carring it around? I also carry it around, along with the extra battery. At the end of the day i put them both charging.
Badelhas said:
Why didn't you buy a stand with extra battery that recharges both at the same time and just carry the extra one with you? I did, 18 pounds in amazon.uk. That way there is no extra bulk, and it's much cheaper!
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Can you post a link to this product?
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kevindd992002 said:
Can you post a link to this product?
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http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B008AI8GXW/ref=oh_details_o04_s00_i00
otariq said:
$100 for a battery! That's more than half what I payed for the phone itself
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Yup, when the other extended battery costs less than $30 bucks, why pay much more?
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http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B008AI8GXW/ref=oh_details_o04_s00_i00
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Thanks. Is this the official Samsung extended battery kit? Also, does the S3 fit in this dock when used with either an Incipio or SGP Neo Hybrid case?
tengtengvn said:
Yup, when the other extended battery costs less than $30 bucks, why pay much more?
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What is this $100 kit you're pertaining to?
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phonecase that'll work
does anybody know a strong solid phonecase that'll work with this?seidio extended?
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Thanks. Is this the official Samsung extended battery kit? Also, does the S3 fit in this dock when used with either an Incipio or SGP Neo Hybrid case?
This is not the official one, it's Chinese. But in a emergency the extra battery does the trick. The phone won't fit with the case, you have to take it off.
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Hey guys!
I just laid down some cash for a Virgin Mobile Epic 4G Touch and as we all know, there's almost no difference between their version and Sprint's.
Now, I've been looking around and reading as much as I possibly can about this phone, but it has varied so much around the subject of battery life. I was curious, since I am a bit of a heavy user (Plus, it's my first time having an android phone; so I'm going to be playing around with it a lot), I was wondering if anyone knew a good place to buy a battery or a specific battery that would fit my needs?
My preference is anything(or highest) above 2000mAh without sacrificing dimensions; like I see with the 3800mAh batteries that come with the custom back door plate, AND it's reliable!
I've run across Ebay and Amazon, but the sellers and reviews are quite a mixed bunch with tips and tricks to make the batteries work. However, I just want a battery that performs like it's supposed to.
Any helpful answers will, of course, be thanked! :good:
aaa12585 said:
Hey guys!
I just laid down some cash for a Virgin Mobile Epic 4G Touch and as we all know, there's almost no difference between their version and Sprint's.
Now, I've been looking around and reading as much as I possibly can about this phone, but it has varied so much around the subject of battery life. I was curious, since I am a bit of a heavy user (Plus, it's my first time having an android phone; so I'm going to be playing around with it a lot), I was wondering if anyone knew a good place to buy a battery or a specific battery that would fit my needs?
My preference is anything(or highest) above 2000mAh without sacrificing dimensions; like I see with the 3800mAh batteries that come with the custom back door plate, AND it's reliable!
I've run across Ebay and Amazon, but the sellers and reviews are quite a mixed bunch with tips and tricks to make the batteries work. However, I just want a battery that performs like it's supposed to.
Any helpful answers will, of course, be thanked! :good:
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http://bit.ly/X15XxI
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Apparently some people on here think I'm new to using a search engine and such. I don't appreciate the gesture, but I'm not going to make a big deal about it.
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aaa12585 said:
Apparently some people on here think I'm new to using a search engine and such. I don't appreciate the gesture, but I'm not going to make a big deal about it.
Your answer was not very helpful. Please, try again.
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Ahhhh ok ok ok jk. Ive heard alot of good things about the anker and trexcell batteries. You can get those on amazon.
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sasquatchotragavaca said:
Ahhhh ok ok ok jk. Ive heard alot of good things about the anker and trexcell batteries. You can get those on amazon.
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Well, I've looked at them and they all appear to be great for the first month or two, but it's a hit or miss situation after that. Some even report that the batteries perform WORSE than the OEM battery afterwards. I know this could be a cause of over-charging, but sometimes it can also be the build qualities. It's a conundrum.
Are there any batteries that are guaranteed to work?... I really don't want to lay down $60 for a decent battery...
I know these things can be a "you get what you pay for", but surely there's something out there that contradicts this...
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Well, I've looked at them and they all appear to be great for the first month or two, but it's a hit or miss situation after that. Some even report that the batteries perform WORSE than the OEM battery afterwards. I know this could be a cause of over-charging, but sometimes it can also be the build qualities. It's a conundrum.
Are there any batteries that are guaranteed to work?... I really don't want to lay down $60 for a decent battery...
I know these things can be a "you get what you pay for", but surely there's something out there that contradicts this...
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I mean to be honest thats exactly what it is exactly what u said hit or miss. The anker does come with a year of warranty. And trexcell ive heard it works well. I dont use those batteries I use stock battery. So I coudlnt really tell you.
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aaa12585 said:
Hey guys!
I just laid down some cash for a Virgin Mobile Epic 4G Touch and as we all know, there's almost no difference between their version and Sprint's.
Now, I've been looking around and reading as much as I possibly can about this phone, but it has varied so much around the subject of battery life. I was curious, since I am a bit of a heavy user (Plus, it's my first time having an android phone; so I'm going to be playing around with it a lot), I was wondering if anyone knew a good place to buy a battery or a specific battery that would fit my needs?
My preference is anything(or highest) above 2000mAh without sacrificing dimensions; like I see with the 3800mAh batteries that come with the custom back door plate, AND it's reliable!
I've run across Ebay and Amazon, but the sellers and reviews are quite a mixed bunch with tips and tricks to make the batteries work. However, I just want a battery that performs like it's supposed to.
Any helpful answers will, of course, be thanked! :good:
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Like you, I did a lot of research and there was no aftermarket battery I felt comfortable about, regardless of the various price points. So in the end, I just purchased 3 OEM Samsung batteries so I can carry one or two around with me if I know I'll gone for a while from home. I also purchased a PowerGen 9000mah portable battery charger that I really like. It's not that bulky nor heavy and it's good to have around when there is no outlet and you don't want to power off your phone. It's also useful to have when playing games.
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Like you, I did a lot of research and there was no aftermarket battery I felt comfortable about, regardless of the various price points. So in the end, I just purchased 3 OEM Samsung batteries so I can carry one or two around with me if I know I'll gone for a while from home. I also purchased a PowerGen 9000mah portable battery charger that I really like. It's not that bulky nor heavy and it's good to have around when there is no outlet and you don't want to power off your phone. It's also useful to have when playing games.
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Where did you get the 3 OEM Samsung batteries from? And for how much?
My batteries pretty bloated, I've been looking just like you guys but the safest bet for me would only be a OEM battery.
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optimummind said:
Like you, I did a lot of research and there was no aftermarket battery I felt comfortable about, regardless of the various price points. So in the end, I just purchased 3 OEM Samsung batteries so I can carry one or two around with me if I know I'll gone for a while from home. I also purchased a PowerGen 9000mah portable battery charger that I really like. It's not that bulky nor heavy and it's good to have around when there is no outlet and you don't want to power off your phone. It's also useful to have when playing games.
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Yeah, I pretty much came to this conclusion last night. Just going to stick with the long-lasting, reliable, OEM batteries.
Where did you purchase these? Know anywhere I can get it cheap?
aaa12585 said:
Yeah, I pretty much came to this conclusion last night. Just going to stick with the long-lasting, reliable, OEM batteries.
Where did you purchase these? Know anywhere I can get it cheap?
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You can get them from Daydeal.com for I think around $30.
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trojanv said:
Where did you get the 3 OEM Samsung batteries from? And for how much?
My batteries pretty bloated, I've been looking just like you guys but the safest bet for me would only be a OEM battery.
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I purchased mine from a seller on Amazon, as well as the PowerGen unit. I'll see if I can dig up the seller's name.
FC809 said:
You can get them from Daydeal.com for I think around $30.
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The around $30 ones aren't OEM. Except the one with a charger stand combo but that's $40.
For comparison that same charger stand combo is $45 at Samsung and $55 at Sprint, so it's a good deal if I wanted it.
I just purchased an OEM battery from android central with the coupon code for a total of $26. I'm happy.
Android central
Coupon code: save15
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sasquatchotragavaca said:
http://bit.ly/X15XxI
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How do people do this?
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aaa12585 said:
Yeah, I pretty much came to this conclusion last night. Just going to stick with the long-lasting, reliable, OEM batteries.
Where did you purchase these? Know anywhere I can get it cheap?
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The Amazon seller's name is: DependableResource. For the 3 OEM batteries, my cost was ~$57.
optimummind said:
The Amazon seller's name is: DependableResource. For the 3 OEM batteries, my cost was ~$57.
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Thank you so much:highfive:
Edit: Actually, I couldn't find any OEM battery in his listings.
I guess he no longer sells them?
trojanv said:
The around $30 ones aren't OEM. Except the one with a charger stand combo but that's $40.
For comparison that same charger stand combo is $45 at Samsung and $55 at Sprint, so it's a good deal if I wanted it.
I just purchased an OEM battery from android central with the coupon code for a total of $26. I'm happy.
Android central
Coupon code: save15
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Crap, you're right. My mistake I thought I saw they had them, but I forgot I was thinking of my other phone.
Btw, does anyone have a general idea, from personal use, how long those Anker batteries actually last for before they start not holding a good charge? My battery is fine for now, but I just want to get a spare battery, and external charger for the hell of it.
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FC809 said:
Crap, you're right. My mistake I thought I saw they had them, but I forgot I was thinking of my other phone.
Btw, does anyone have a general idea, from personal use, how long those Anker batteries actually last for before they start not holding a good charge? My battery is fine for now, but I just want to get a spare battery, and external charger for the hell of it.
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Anker has an 18 month warranty and ive never had an issue with then. The one I bought for my et4g before I sold it was 1950mah instead of 1800 and I was getting ~7hrs screen on with it on AOKP
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Mugen 1950 mAh for Epic 4G Touch. I hear great reviews about it. A bit expensive, but I would rather than buying the ebay 3 pack for $12. I personally am going thru that now.
And if you ebay it then make sure they are the mAh that is listed when you receive them.
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I bought a new Samsung battery from eBay for $11 last week. It doesn't hold a charge as long as the battery that came with my phone.
It's been fine, but I definitely prefer the battery that came with my phone.
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-EViL-KoNCEPTz- said:
Anker has an 18 month warranty and ive never had an issue with then. The one I bought for my et4g before I sold it was 1950mah instead of 1800 and I was getting ~7hrs screen on with it on AOKP
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You by any chance have a link to it?
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