iPhone Back-up Battery

[GoofyforDisney3]

I read about back up batteries on this forum before so I thought I would ask you all if anyone has this one:

It is made by Dexim and the model number is DCA121. I bought one at Target today (they were on clearance for $19.98) and I can't find any reviews on it. If anyone has it can you comment on how good it is and was it worth buying.

I'm not crazy about the thing sticking out of the bottom of the phone, but mainly it will only be used / needed when I'm on a trip and need it to watch movies or something. A plus also is that it will work on my DD's nano and my DH's iTouch.

 

[alamode]

Yet another reason not to buy the iHype. There are way too many other phones that have the same or better features with little or no restrictions.

 

[GoofyforDisney3]

Yet another reason not to buy the iHype. There are way too many other phones that have the same or better features with little or no restrictions.

What does that have to do with the back-up battery? I love my iPhone and wouldn't trade it for anything. If you don't like them, then don't get one.

 

[Tinkbellfan]

I bought the "Mophie" for my I-phone which is another type of back up battery. It also acts as a very sturdy case too. It makes it heavier and alittle bigger, but it has really been great. It was pricey, but worth it.

 

[mla1977]

Check out episode 3 of the Betamouse podcast. They talk about some of the devices that they use in the parks and I actually borrowed Henry's charger when I was with them in the parks last Monday. I just wish I had listened to that show before my trip. I will be buying the device that I used in the parks before my next trip.

 

[Maleficent&Goons]

I love my iphone!

 

[GoofyforDisney3]

I bought the "Mophie" for my I-phone which is another type of back up battery. It also acts as a very sturdy case too. It makes it heavier and alittle bigger, but it has really been great. It was pricey, but worth it.

I think if I traveled a lot a case type backup would be really nice. I don't really find that I need a backup just being at home. I have one of the docking alarm clocks, so it gets charged every night and I also have a charger at work in case it starts running low late afternoon. For the most part I have to use it an awful lot during the day to need a recharge like that. I have found that the only time I do need to recharge late afternoon is when I am streaming pandora radio all day long.

 

[GoofyforDisney3]

Check out episode 3 of the Betamouse podcast. They talk about some of the devices that they use in the parks and I actually borrowed Henry's charger when I was with them in the parks last Monday. I just wish I had listened to that show before my trip. I will be buying the device that I used in the parks before my next trip.

Thanks, I'll check that out.

 

[bkoehl]

I carry my wall plug-in charger with me in the parks. Have found several spots to plug in and charge while waiting, eating etc. Restaurants are the best but if you keep an eye on the landscaping you will often see outlets. Also have heard if you take your phone and charger to guest services they will charge it for you. Kind of a pain and would have to wait but free!

 

[alamode]

What does that have to do with the back-up battery? I love my iPhone and wouldn't trade it for anything. If you don't like them, then don't get one.

99.999% of phones allow you to remove your own battery and put another one in without the need for these silly devices. Same goes for memory cards. Also, you can install what programs you like without them having to be approved by a group before they can be distributed, and can be revoked for any reason.

I use to love Mac products when they were innovative and allowed the user to control their own devices. Now they are the most closed, controlling company in the computer electronics industry.

While I'm definitely not criticizing people who buy Mac products, they should be aware that there are many other options which offer just as good a user experience while allowing the user to remain in control of the electronics they buy. Don't believe the advertising. Make an informed decision.

 

[Disneybridein2k3]

We our iPhones and both DH and I have externals. Every phone will have good and bad. As for the iPhones, there are so many positives for us, we are willing to get externals so we can experience those positives to the fullest. That being said, I bought DH a Richard Solo 1800 http://richardsolo.com/richardsolo1800foriphone.aspx) -- his external is one that you just plug in whenever you need the extra juice and then unplug it. Mine was recommended on the eTicket app but is no longer for sale. It is a case though so you have to take your phone out of the case it is in and snap it into the external battery case to use it. If I had it to do over again, I think I would have bought the Richard Solo for me. The external case works, but it is a hassle. I also heard the 3rd episode of Betamouse where they were talking about externals. They seem to be offering some pretty good tips for iPhone users on that podcast.

 

[WebmasterAlex]

I love my iphone but I have to admit I consider the battery situation absolutely ridiculous.

 

[GoofyforDisney3]

99.999% of phones allow you to remove your own battery and put another one in without the need for these silly devices. Same goes for memory cards. Also, you can install what programs you like without them having to be approved by a group before they can be distributed, and can be revoked for any reason.

I use to love Mac products when they were innovative and allowed the user to control their own devices. Now they are the most closed, controlling company in the computer electronics industry.

While I'm definitely not criticizing people who buy Mac products, they should be aware that there are many other options which offer just as good a user experience while allowing the user to remain in control of the electronics they buy. Don't believe the advertising. Make an informed decision.

I actually am aware of the other options. I did a lot of research and looked at a lot of different phones before I finally decided the iPhone was the one I wanted and I have no regrets. I even have friends that choose other phones that wish they had chosen the iPhone after the fact because their phone doesn't do half as much as they thought it would or the aps they have aren't as good.

I don't necessarily think it is a bad thing the way the aps are approved and it can't be all that hard to get them approved if all of the smut stuff gets put out.

 

[Tara]

I have a Dexim battery backup that I bought at Brookstone when I first got my iPhone (the day the 3G model was released - when was that, August or September 2008?). It is a terrific addition to my gadget bag - charges pretty quickly and is small and not too heavy for its size. I'll definitely be checking my Target stores tomorrow for another one! I paid $49 for mine so under $20 would be sweet for a back up to the back up.

 

[Tara]

99.999% of phones allow you to remove your own battery and put another one in without the need for these silly devices. Same goes for memory cards. Also, you can install what programs you like without them having to be approved by a group before they can be distributed, and can be revoked for any reason.

I use to love Mac products when they were innovative and allowed the user to control their own devices. Now they are the most closed, controlling company in the computer electronics industry.

While I'm definitely not criticizing people who buy Mac products, they should be aware that there are many other options which offer just as good a user experience while allowing the user to remain in control of the electronics they buy. Don't believe the advertising. Make an informed decision.

I'm no Apple fan, believe me, but I'm a huge fan of the iPhone. I've had plenty of phones with removable batteries, but none that measure up to the iPhone. I also currently have a Nexus One (unlocked, free gift from Google given to everyone at this year's TED Conference) and while it has some nice features, including a removable battery, there's no comparison to the iPhone for user experience. And that's what I'm after - a great user experience for ME, a savvy user who wants it to work out of the box and has no interest in jailbreaking, modifying or otherwise hacking any product. So far, the iPhone fulfills my needs. I've also played with the Motorola Droid and the Pre - none compare IMO.

 

[alamode]

I also currently have a Nexus One (unlocked, free gift from Google given to everyone at this year's TED Conference)

WAY too jealous. I'd LOVE to go to the TED talks. Unfortunately, I'm relegated to watching their podcast videos.

 

[Tara]

WAY too jealous. I'd LOVE to go to the TED talks. Unfortunately, I'm relegated to watching their podcast videos.

It is pretty awesome. But the wonderful thing is that they make so much of the content available - Chris Anderson has really done a good job opening TED up to the world. You should be on the lookout for a TEDx event in your area - the quality of some of these events is astounding!

I'd love to know what the conversion rate ends up being for all the TED people who got the Nexus One - I know of one person who loved hers, and a surprising number of people who were planning to use it since they didn't already have a smartphone. But I know of an awful lot of people who sold theirs.

To bring this back to the topic - I have found the Nexus One battery life to be average at best, and accessories aren't exactly plentiful. I keep dreaming of a world with universal connections for smartphones...

 

[alamode]

To bring this back to the topic - I have found the Nexus One battery life to be average at best, and accessories aren't exactly plentiful. I keep dreaming of a world with universal connections for smartphones...

Don't get me started on connections. I deal with this every day at work and at home. That's the main beef I have with companies like Apple. Their products work great if you succumb to living in the Apple universe, but try mixing and matching with other products and whammo, you get screwed.

Just trying to charge or sync things at home to my computer, we have one cord for my LG Eve (microUSB), a Motorola Razr (miniUSB), Sanyo Xacti (USB), 2 Zunes (proprietary) and an Archos (proprietary).

Apple and Blackberry are both guilty of having different connectors for different models (Apple with the Ipod generations, not the iPhone). It gets WAY to complicated. Hopefully some day soon we can all just use those charging pads.

 

[GoofyforDisney3]

I have a Dexim battery backup that I bought at Brookstone when I first got my iPhone (the day the 3G model was released - when was that, August or September 2008?). It is a terrific addition to my gadget bag - charges pretty quickly and is small and not too heavy for its size. I'll definitely be checking my Target stores tomorrow for another one! I paid $49 for mine so under $20 would be sweet for a back up to the back up.

Thanks for the review, Tara! I was afraid I had made a mistake buying it when I couldn't find any reviews. I don't anticipate needing it often, but it is nice to have if ever I do need some extra battery and charging isn't conveniant.

BTW, my Target had a ton of these left. I was tempted to buy two, but I think I'll wait and see if they get marked down more. They are 50% off now, 75% off would be even better.

 

[spaddy]

I purchased a Callpod Fueltank Uno at Best Buy before our WDW trip in December and I have been very happy with it. It was $30 and it carries about 2 charges (about 10% to 85%). It comes with an iphone adapter and miniusb adapter (so you can charge other devices). I also only don't need it very often so I found it to be a good solution.