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From: Mr.T
Date: Fri, 20 Mar 2009 02:00

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"Guy Macon" <http://www.GuyMacon.com/> wrote in message
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> There actually is a legitimate function for a small battery in a
> larger shell.  When Mattel ships toys that have a "try me" feature,
> we of course have to include batteries, but as usual with toys,
> every penny counts (some toys are produced at rates exceeding
> 100,000 per hour), so a cheaper, lower-capacity nbattery in a
> larger battery compartment makes sense. Not only is the battery
> cheaper, but the container ship from China charges a bit less
> if the container weighs less.

Still sounds like a rip off to me, IF it is not stated the batteries are not
designed to last beyond testing. I can just imagine Xmas morning and the toy
lasts 2 minutes! At least when it says "batteries not included" you know
what to expect.

Sounds a lot like the printer manufacturers only providing a "trial" amount
of ink, then charging more for the ink than the printer.
Yes there is a legitimate reason, FOR THEM :-(

MrT.

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