Where can I get generic batteries, or is eBay my best choice?

GoldenTIger · 04-20-06, 10:39 PM

Also, are there any specific kinds you'd recommend for a generic and kinds to avoid? I need to get an extra 1100mah battery for my freshly-ordered Dell Axim X51v, as well as a leather (preferably flip) case that can hold the spare. What are some good online stores with resellerratings listings that sell these spares, shipped from the USA? If there are none, what do I need to watch for on eBay? Thanks!

Li0rE · 04-20-06, 11:59 PM

I can sell you a 2200 mAH battery for a very low price if you are interested.

GoldenTIger · 04-21-06, 12:02 AM

PM me with more info :). YGPM!

Corvin · 04-21-06, 07:42 AM

Please pm me too about details, if you have some more units...

GoldenTIger · 04-21-06, 08:12 AM

Thanks for the offer, but I only have the one :). Since this thread seems to be attracting people in the know, does anyone know what case this is and if it fits an extended battery? (I am not associated with this link in any way). Also, does anyone vend cases like this *wink, wink* and wants to PM me info if so?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...e=STRK:MEWA:IT

arby · 04-21-06, 08:34 AM

I got a 2200mah battery for my x51v at global-batteries.com for $15.40, and it works fine. They also sell a 1100mah one for $17.95. Shipping was $7.

DaveK · 04-21-06, 08:51 AM

Originally Posted by arby

I got a 2200mah battery for my x51v at global-batteries.com for $15.40, and it works fine. They also sell a 1100mah one for $17.95. Shipping was $7.

The 2200 is cheaper than the 1100. Does that make sense?

arby · 04-21-06, 08:54 AM

No, it doesn't, but that's the way it is.

aximdl · 04-21-06, 01:23 PM

Originally Posted by DaveK

The 2200 is cheaper than the 1100. Does that make sense?

I guess you are concerned with the quality of the 2200mAH batteries. I too have bought the 2200mAH batteries from them and I'm 100% satisfied. As to why they are cheaper than the 1100mAH, it could be they came from a source who has lower prices, your guess is just as good as mine :)

DaveK · 04-21-06, 01:44 PM

There may be a lower demand for 2200 because they won't fit the standard cases so buying one means buying another case. I bought one anyway because I want to use it for GPS on a bicycle and my bike didn't come with a cigarette lighter. It won't work very well anyway because the display is almost invisible in daylight but it won't work at all without power.

discord · 04-23-06, 03:21 PM

how much bigger is the 2200 mah battery? did anybody find some extended battery cases? does it uglify the axim?