Beni

I like the slimness of my x51v. I currently have 2 standard batteries. Would it be better to buy 2 more standard batteries or a single (or perhaps 2) mores extended batteries.

Does it make it alot thicker? Are there any partially extended batteries that don't make it thicker? How about full exteneded batteries?

srvctec

Originally Posted by Beni

I like the slimness of my x51v. I currently have 2 standard batteries. Would it be better to buy 2 more standard batteries or a single (or perhaps 2) mores extended batteries. Does it make it alot thicker? Are there any partially extended batteries that don't make it thicker? How about full exteneded batteries?

I got an extended battery right after I got my PDA and used it for a while and even got a case to accommodate the added thickness of the 2200 mah battery. Then I got tired of the extra thickness being too thick for pocket carry. So I got 2 more standard batteries and have been using them for the last 4-6 months.

Sooo, if I had it to do all over again, I'd get 2 more standard batteries and use the cash saved for a really nice case instead of getting the extended batteries.

Here's a pic of the extended battery and cover installed on my x51v to get an idea of how much thicker it is.

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Beni

Wow, it makes it like 40% thicker. Yeah.. I already have 2 standard batteries, I'll just pick up 2 more then. Since I'm a high school student, I'll just stick the batteries in my backpack and swap when needed.

Is there any way to charge a battery without it being in the axim?

srvctec

Originally Posted by Beni

Wow, it makes it like 40% thicker. Yeah.. I already have 2 standard batteries, I'll just pick up 2 more then. Since I'm a high school student, I'll just stick the batteries in my backpack and swap when needed. Is there any way to charge a battery without it being in the axim?

Only way I know of is to use the charging/sync cradle that comes with the PDA. There is a place behind where the Axim docks that will accept a bare battery for charging.

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Galina

There is 1800 mah extended battery for x51v. It adds a little bit thickness, but not much. Axim with this battery fits into standard leather case. See pics on cases.com

Eric12341

Originally Posted by Galina

There is 1800 mah extended battery for x51v. It adds a little bit thickness, but not much. Axim with this battery fits into standard leather case. See pics on cases.com

but it costs wayy more than buying a 2200mah which is totally unfair.

Amamba

Has your unit developed the infamous "Battery latch open" issue ?

If no, consider yourself lucky. If yes, the only fix that I could come up with requires me to change battery as seldom as possible.

Also, there's a matter of convenience. For me at least, changing battery every now and then, and carrying a spare around with me, is very inconvenient, less so than having a bit thicker device that still fits in my pocket and lasts long enough to survive between charges.

If you go with a 2200 mAh battery, you may want to invest in a leather case that accomodates it. It's much slimmer than the aluminum case sold with many batteries, and makes it much easier to carry in pockets. Even without a case the 2200 mAh fits easily in the standard Axim microfiber carrying case.

bernardm

Originally Posted by Beni

I like the slimness of my x51v. I currently have 2 standard batteries. Would it be better to buy 2 more standard batteries or a single (or perhaps 2) mores extended batteries. Does it make it alot thicker? Are there any partially extended batteries that don't make it thicker? How about full exteneded batteries?

We set a standard to issue the 2200 mAH battery to all the V users due to the screen brightness and people not being able to work 8 hours a day on the standard battery.

Having said that, you invested in a unit that will be current for a while, so IMHO, it's worth it to kick it up a notch with a nice battery like the 2200 mAH.