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Article #41Re: Rechargable batteries and information
From: Mr. Benn
Date: Mon, 14 Jun 2010 15:32
Date: Mon, 14 Jun 2010 15:32
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<nospam@ntlworld.com> wrote in message news:20100614160113.2c9f67c9@bluemoon... > On Mon, 14 Jun 2010 15:50:35 +0100 > "john hamiliton" <bluestarx@mail.invalid> wrote: > >> My pocket sized DAB radio eats AAA size batteries like there is no >> tomorrow. >> >> Maplin are selling so called 'Hybrid' rechargable AAA 800 mAh at four >> for �10.99. Whilst Argos are selling four 'ordinary rechargable' AAA >> 850 mAh at �5.99 (and 1000 mAh AAA at �14.99, which seems a big jump >> in proportional price for another 150 mAh ? ) >> >> In this DAB radio situation, would so called *Hybrids* be of any >> extra advantage, considering they are practically twice the price of >> Argos? >> >> Grateful for any advice on the latest state of play with these >> rechargable batteries, and any info on where best to buy them from. >> > Hybrids are only really useful in devices that have a very low power > requirement or aren't used for long periods, as they retain charge > better than conventional NiMH. ISTR Lidl was pretty cheap for no-name > NiMH last time I looked. Or even better, 7dayshop.com are usually the cheapest. I buy their own brand AAs and AAAs for around �4 for a pack of 4. Watch out for retailers selling lower capacity rechargeables.
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