I don't own one but if anyone is in the market for one. discount code is "evo3d3500mah"
http://www.handhelditems.com/premium-extended-battery-with-back-cover-3500-grade-cell-p-171410.html
what an incredible price! but I'm not sure if the battery is that good...
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I ordered one. I will be pulling the sticker back to see if there is any indication that this battery is less than advertised just like on my thread about the ebay batteries I got that were supposed to be 1850mah and under the sticker it said 1000mah. I will report back when I get it and update this post with my findings.
I have been ordering stuff from Handheld Items for awhile now since their stuff are cheap and shipping is pretty damn quick.
I was thinking about ordering this as well but in the end, I decided against it because quite simply, most of them all seem to be fakes for batteries like this. I ended up just ordering from Seidio since I don't want to waste another 18.99. Of course, if someone can confirm this is actually what it says to be, I could probably return the Seidio or sell it
Looks to be the exact battery selling on ebay for around $8-12. How fast is shipping usually with these guys?
For those who can wait 2-3 weeks, here's the ebay option:
http://cgi.ebay.com/3500MAH-Extende...ccessories&hash=item3f0c5c0c07#ht_5017wt_1163
I bought an extended battery for my Evo 4G from that seller and it worked fine.
I usually get my items from them in like a week.
Ordered on the 5th and it arrived on the 9th. Not bad. I pulled the sticker off of the battery and no where does it have any thing stamped on the metal like some cheap batteries will have a much, much lower mah than the sticker says it is stamped on them. I just got. It's charging now. Give me a couple days and I'll post how it is lasing so far.
Thanks for your update housry23, please keep us posted with your results.
thanks and please keep us posted!!
I assume this provides full protection to the cameras?
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Just got mine today. Haven't used it yet, but I can't use it with my external charger.
I got mine yesterday, charged it all night, so far it seems a little better (but maybe thats just me being hopeful). I'll keep testing it for a few days, wouldnt feel right making any claims until then, i have my doubts. Not sure i'll be able to deal with how big it is but if its actually a better/longer lasting battery, i may use it when i travel and stuff.
OK I've had mine a full week now and let me say, the honeymoon is over. After a few good charges this battery will have a 50/50 chance of NOT booting up and even if it does for some reason the power is so inconsistent that the phone seems to randomly cut off even at 98% power. I've recalibrated my phone a couple times and past the first couple days this battery has been horrible.
Sorry to hear that, are you going to request for an exchange? I could understand short battery life but to shut off.
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That is why its 13.99....its ****ing crap. Quit being cheap asses and spend the money on decent ****. Its like computer PSU's, you get what you buy. Buy cheap, expect cheap ****.
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^^wow that's pretty harsh, I can't justify paying +$80 for a battery. Plus the fact Ill probably be using a different phone by January. Mine should be here tomorrow, if its a dud, no big deal, Ill ask for a replacement. I hope I get a decent battery. Ill post what I think, although I don't think ill use it much since the stock gives me usually over 12 hours.
I have this combo from eBay.. charge gets better and better.. I typically have 50% left at the end if the day
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Can anyone post a profile picture of this installed?
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Not too impressed with the battery life so far, I charged it up to 96% and went out. I lost 10% the first hour wile the phone was in my pocket. Im under clocked with the screen off 432/ conservative. That's pretty much the same or worse than the stock battery. I would expect a maximum of 5% drain in a hour while the phone is sleeping, and that's being generous. I know southern87, its "13.99 ****ing crap" lol. Ill give it a few days to see how it goes.
The back door is definitely more sturdier than the oem battery cover, but of course, not as pretty. I like the uniform shape over the funky sedio sloped cover. Now I just need a TPU case to fit the phone now.
Just to be fair, the more I use the battery the longer it goes between charges. So all in all its worth the few bucks if you are willing to deal with the extra bulk of the phone. It'll come in handy for times like camping, biking/hiking with the gps running, etc.
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http://www.seidioonline.com/product-p/bacy40hev3d-bk.htm
Innocell 4000 mAh Super Extended Life Battery -- Details and price finally official!
$74.95
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Don't care about price, 3500 mAh was so worth it for the Evo 4G
Damn!!! I wanna Jump on this right now, but Im gonna have to wait. I loved that 3500 for the 4G.
If I ever need'to jump start my car...whip out a 3vo and jumper cables..damn...how long will it take to charge..a week?..
Is this the same item but for $5 less?
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Platinu...18349690628&skuId=2768037&st=evo 3d&cp=2&lp=1
The side pic is probably the ugliest thing I have ever seen
Lord have mercy, that thing is ugly...I'm sorry but I stayed away from the EVO one because it too was just over the top. But, it does look like it could jump my Duramax diesel truck
I went with the Yoobao for my old EVO, which served me well:
http://www.obostore.com/3500mah-extended-battery-for-htc-touch-evo-4g-sprint-p-517.html
I'll wait and see what these guys come out with, should look at least curved on the ends and not angled like the Seido; paid 20 bucks for the EVO battery and door, just sold it for 10 bucks to a buddy. Still lasted a full day even after a year.
http://www.obostore.com/-Discount-for-htcdopod-evo-3d_c144.html
I think the battery is so big because it relies on slightly outdated "Elf" technology.
For those not familiar with Elf batteries, the idea is simple: Inside the battery dwells a colony of friendly and industrious elves that work night and day to power your phone. Picture a light bulb powered by a hamster wheel, only with elves.
The upshot is that you can get great battery life, but in addition to charging you will periodically need to smear a small amount of peanut butter on the battery to feed the elves (this is detailed on page 4 of the battery's manual). Also, if you hear a folksy, quiet, yet haunting melody coming from your battery, that means it's working properly, so don't be alarmed.
panamaniac said:
I think the battery is so big because it relies on slightly outdated "Elf" technology.
For those not familiar with Elf batteries, the idea is simple: Inside the battery dwells a colony of friendly and industrious elves that work night and day to power your phone. Picture a light bulb powered by a hamster wheel, only with elves.
The upshot is that you can get great battery life, but in addition to charging you will periodically need to smear a small amount of peanut butter on the battery to feed the elves (this is detailed on page 4 of the battery's manual). Also, if you hear a folksy, quiet, yet haunting melody coming from your battery, that means it's working properly, so don't be alarmed.
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Lol I don't know about where you live but I think Salvia was just banned here.
With the battery life were getting now I don't see the use of this monster, but when we get root I'm picking this badboy up and overclocking to the max! I'm gonna try my best to kill it. Imagine 2ghz all the time, hopefully we can go that high.
nunyabiziz said:
Is this the same item but for $5 less?
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Platinu...18349690628&skuId=2768037&st=evo 3d&cp=2&lp=1
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I suspect that this is the 3500 - it is advertised as 2X original battery life.
And, in that case it is the same price.
G_Dmaxx said:
Lord have mercy, that thing is ugly...I'm sorry but I stayed away from the EVO one because it too was just over the top. But, it does look like it could jump my Duramax diesel truck
I went with the Yoobao for my old EVO, which served me well:
http://www.obostore.com/3500mah-extended-battery-for-htc-touch-evo-4g-sprint-p-517.html
I'll wait and see what these guys come out with, should look at least curved on the ends and not angled like the Seido; paid 20 bucks for the EVO battery and door, just sold it for 10 bucks to a buddy. Still lasted a full day even after a year.
http://www.obostore.com/-Discount-for-htcdopod-evo-3d_c144.html
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only problem with those batteries is its hit or miss if you get a good one. I ordered the same exact ones for my OG Evo (pack of 2 batts and 2 covers for 20 bucks) but only one would hold an "extended" charge. The other held like the OEM battery.
Usually, you get what you pay for, just keep that in mind
this is my new seido battery and convert extended combo case from seidio too
battery, extended case for battery and convert extended combo case
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this is my new seido battery and convert extended combo case from seidio too
battery, extended case for battery and convert extended combo case
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NICE lol and pricey lol.. Man I bet that cost some cash Looks good tho..
Price tag please for the case.
that **** looks like:
i understand wanting to keep your phone safe... im a ***** when it comes to mine.... but thats ridiculous
im sorry i forget write a prices
battery
https://www.seidioonline.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=BACY40HEV3D-BK
combo
https://www.seidioonline.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=BD4-HKR5HEV3DX
im in EU, so with shipping i paid 108 EUR and 22 EUR VAT in my country
Thanks for the links!
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Thanks for the links!
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Check ebay or amazon sometimes you get a cheaper deal
Awesome! I didn't even realize they made extended battery cases for the Evo 3d yet. Makes my life a whole lot easier since the dang bezel on the phone is starting to come off.
Way too pricey for me... And bulky as well... Thanks for the pics
so guys, after 2 charging cycles, this battery is amazing.
It last 2 days with normal use and i still had 30%. (with stock battery it last 1 day)
10 hours screen on, 30 minutes call, 30 minutes gps, 20 photos etc...wow
dukynko said:
so guys, after 2 charging cycles, this battery is amazing.
It last 2 days with normal use and i still had 30%. (with stock battery it last 1 day)
10 hours screen on, 30 minutes call, 30 minutes gps, 20 photos etc...wow
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NICE I would jump on it and snag one up lol just kinda pricey...
Please don't think I'm trying to rain on your parade. The cheapy ebay extended batteries will do that. If you consider your usage 'heavy' then maybe I'm interpreting the figures wrong?
However, I absolutely love the case and combo FINALLY an extended battery and cover in one. Really like the flip down panel for the camera as well, excellent feature.
You're right. I bought this battery because i know that i want a seidio extended combo case. I like it (i know about thread with otterbox defender maximum edition )
I had hard day in work, heavy usage, screen on, skype online all the time, some games...it last 24 hours to 42% battery. With stock battery i did only 11 hours and battery was dead with this usage.
So i like seidio battery, cheapy ebay maybe do the same work, but i have special defender case
Well.. have to say.. I've started looking at the Seido stuff now my Evo 3D has arrived, even though I said I wouldn't spend that money lol. (And an extended battery/cover already turned up today for it lol). Really do appreciate the pics/links
After 1 day 12h usage at work, still 25% battery remain. Amazing. Screen on time, wifi, sync on...
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This is VERRRRYYyyy AWFUL !!!
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This is VERRRRYYyyy AWFUL !!!
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your first post in this forum, thanks
but i love my phone
You got me sold brother. Just met a Sprint tech that actually knows his ****. He squared away my phone, and now I'm currently purchasing this product.
Gonna be out in the field for a few weeks. If this item claims stay accurate, I'm gonna be a happy camper when I return.
The case I just purchased is only $30.
http://www.gadgetneeds.net/seidio-c...a=X&ei=nb3UT8e7IObe0QHjhfyTAw&ved=0CHIQgwgwCQ
I'll get it in a few days, and will post back to validate material quality.
Just came back from the field. This combo kicks ass. Bought both the battery and the case at amazon for 80 dollars.
If you're never near an outlet, this one is worth the investment.
Hi, do you use any of tracking app (like endomondo/runkeeper)? I would like to know how many % of battery it takes for 1 hour (no 3g/edge, only gsm and gps with screen of)? Would be nice if you could do some tests. Thanks
Hey everyone here is my little review on the Qcell "4150 mAh" Extended battery sold on Amazon.
First thing I have to say is that I WILL be updating this post as I go through charge cycles with this battery.
Upon receiving the battery yesterday, I put it to charge right away. I did a stress test on it and let it recharge once more after draining. I must say that the packaging on it is better than most "ebay" batteries that I receive. It came in a little "Qcell" pouch with the battery and cover.
Today, I tested the battery. It ran for ~18hrs 40 min with a 4 hour screen time and 3 email accounts pushing with moderate internet browsing.
I have to say at the moment, it is not worth carrying this pregnant phone around with only the ~5 hrs increase in usage time. However, I hope that after it goes through some charge cycles it will get better. The battery it self is about 1.4 cm thick(I just used a ruler and eyeballed it)
Now moving on to the cover. The back cover is white and semi close to the OEM back cover. It has no markings anywhere and is not as glossy. The back "hump" is is unlike the Mugen Extended Battery covers, it only raises the battery portion while leaving the camera/flash flush with the phone. The cover does feature the NFC however, I do not know how to test it . It also has NO kickstand.
Problems:
My main complaint at the moment is the cover IS VERY LOOSE on the phone . I do not even need to pry it apart using the corner near the volume rocker, I can literally pull it off by jiggling it from one side.
I have sent a complaint to Qcell and they are sending me a new cover so hopefully I just received a defective model.
In conclusion, the battery it self isn't too pricy and I honestly should expect a premium quality with it. The battery does it's job by outlasting the OEM/Ankers that I use but at the moment I would rather stick with my Ankers. The pregnant phone also doesn't look as attractive and slick. I also cannot use my case which makes me very paranoid about dropping it.
Let me know if you guys need any more pictures or have any questions!
Here are some picture comparisons of the battery on my phone, OEM and Extended.
P.S. sorry about the last picture, my OEM battery is still in use so I decided to grab the next closest thing, the Anker one haha.
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Thanks for the info and pics. Hopefully through battery gets better.
Wow that cover makes the phone look more than twice as thick. I am surprised.
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sexy + ugly = ugly!
I rather carry a normal size spear battery in my pocket.
Update after a week of use.
After about a week of use, I can say that it honestly is not worth carrying this around. If Qcell would produce a better battery cover then I may consider going back but at the cost of my phones beauty and impracticality I'm going to have to put this battery away except for when I have no other batteries to use.
The battery has performed better(as it should) from day one. I can get a full day of heavy use which is nice, but the LOOSE battery cover just keeps me paranoid.
How this has helped you with your choice on 1 of the many extended batteries out there.
I like it
Just wanted to help out and say try it again. I had a heck of a time getting my cover on as well. I like how I can mod my old silicone case for this. And battery will hopefully get better with time.
Tip- try placing phone on flat surface and press hard on edges near battery. Mine snaps tight.
I think it would be a better idea just to get another battery. That over-sized battery just looks hideous on the phone. How were you able to put it in your pocket?
deeken said:
I think it would be a better idea just to get another battery. That over-sized battery just looks hideous on the phone. How were you able to put it in your pocket?
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I completely agree, I have 3 ankers at my disposal along with my OEM
But I just figured I give it a shot since no one on the forums has done a review on it yet and it is also my first Extended battery for any phone I have owned.
If you have decided it is something you will not use and you would consider selling it, I am interested. I am in the hospital at the moment, but should be out by Wednesday, I will have my paycheck by then and can make arrangements with you.
jluu1286 said:
I completely agree, I have 3 ankers at my disposal along with my OEM
But I just figured I give it a shot since no one on the forums has done a review on it yet and it is also my first Extended battery for any phone I have owned.
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jb0nd38372 said:
If you have decided it is something you will not use and you would consider selling it, I am interested. I am in the hospital at the moment, but should be out by Wednesday, I will have my paycheck by then and can make arrangements with you.
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Jb0nd38372,
They are only 11 bucks on Amazon with free shipping. I think it's cheaper than buying from me TBH. Because shipping it out to you would cost a few bucks.
Thanks for the offer tho!
Ok just thought I would offer, and I had never checked price, actually just skipped to the review part. Gotta wonder for 11 bucks wonder what they skipped on. The cells may be of the "questionable" quality.
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Jb0nd38372,
They are only 11 bucks on Amazon with free shipping. I think it's cheaper than buying from me TBH. Because shipping it out to you would cost a few bucks.
Thanks for the offer tho!
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Ok just thought I would offer, and I had never checked price, actually just skipped to the review part. Gotta wonder for 11 bucks wonder what they skipped on. The cells may be of the "questionable" quality.
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Well for 1, the cover is crap...
and the battery is not amazing compared to my OEMS/Anker.
It sucks our phones are so thin for extended battery. Thanks for the review though, I was trying to picture the extended battery on the note. I think i'm go with 3-4 spare batteries
jnguyen37 said:
It sucks our phones are so thin for extended battery. Thanks for the review though, I was trying to picture the extended battery on the note. I think i'm go with 3-4 spare batteries
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Haha good choice, go with Ankers or OEMs. Had the best output with them.
Just sent my QCell Batteries back to Amazon. One would not take a charge and the other one would only last 9 hours.
Picked up Anker as a replacement.
http://www.cellularfactory.com/deal...e=GAN&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=k1971
Update 2: yes 6 HOURS screen time for the first drain. I'm amaze with this battery. Dammm with $10 i got almost 2x of stock battery. What else i can ask for?
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update 1: the first use 50% of battery after full charge. I think this battery has at least 4500mAh.
50% battery for 3 hours of screen time and ~ 20 hours standby. WOW. My stock battery 3:15 - 3:45hours with RootDim and Juice Defender.
So i receive it today. looks sturdy, nice matte black cover. Fits PERFECTLY to my ATT Note also my wall charger. I'll review the battery life later after my first drain, charging now
i am afraid if i buy them under $10 may causes my phone damage.
I wish they had a white cover...
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I wish they had a white cover...
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white cover for $18 not onsale like the black one.
Welp, I caved in and ordered it. Thanks for the Free Ship code!
I'll report back when I get this.
I know it's ridiculous but I know I'll have some use for this if this works as they claim. Most people tell me to just get a 2nd battery, but for my use, that is not an option. We go on 100mi. bike rides where we track our routes via GPS and the AllSport app to see how we do. Swapping batteries will kill the recording so hopefully this extra 5000maH carries my phone from start to finish and actually record a whole ride.
I went ahead and pulled the trigger. Going camping for a week in Colorado next month and this will be great. Although I am somewhat worried about this causing damage to my phone. Kind of. Don't really know what to think. But hey, it was $10.....
ShookMasta said:
I went ahead and pulled the trigger. Going camping for a week in Colorado next month and this will be great. Although I am somewhat worried about this causing damage to my phone. Kind of. Don't really know what to think. But hey, it was $10.....
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Just ordered 5 seconds ago. For $10, can't go wrong. This bat is at least = or better than stock 2500mah. Summer time coming, extra juice for the phone.
I seriously think other brand battery cost ~ $90. This should be a winner.
For $10 I couldnt help it, went ahead and bit the bullet myself!
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Yep, same here. I am not sure of the quality... So ill hold on.
. How many % phones got actually damage form non or cheap OEM batteries? Just saying
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. How many % phones got actually damage form non or cheap OEM batteries? Just saying
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http://www.pcworld.com/article/200871/iphone_4_bursts_into_flames_report_claims.html
I rather not take that chance just to save $10. I got Samsung Original Note battery from AT&T for $20.
If later the quality of the battery has been proven, sure I'll buy. Just like when NewTrent first came out a couple of years ago. No one heard of them but look at the reviews in Amazon now. HUNDREDS of 4.5 stars review.
Of course, this is just my opinion.. just sayin...
lanwarrior said:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/200871/iphone_4_bursts_into_flames_report_claims.html
I rather not take that chance just to save $10. I got Samsung Original Note battery from AT&T for $20.
If later the quality of the battery has been proven, sure I'll buy. Just like when NewTrent first came out a couple of years ago. No one heard of them but look at the reviews in Amazon now. HUNDREDS of 4.5 stars review.
Of course, this is just my opinion.. just sayin...
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Awesome articles . I hope whoever bought non OEM battery not get into that. Wait, 1 iphone out of more than 110 mil iphone selling world wide. Wow, is it 0.000000001%, i think winning Mega Milion have the same chance too 1 out of 175mil people, just saying
PS: I bought the ATT Original for $15 because I'm business cus and have all accessories for 50% off, but still try this one.
I'm working in a Lion battery Lab so i pretty much know about Lion battery. It's safer than you thought
Anyone order this and get it in yet? Mine should be here Friday. I can't wait to get it and then take off the plastic/covering to see what size battery is actually in it.
I have the 3030 MAh Gold Battery atm, this one is 1/3 the price and sounds promising. The only thing I'm skeptical about, is what the construct is like.
Apparantly there are a few others out there who opened a battery (claiming to have more than 5000mah) and finding out that it was actually two 1500mah batteries taped together, hence the cheap price?
Someone post an update on the battery, and let us know how it works!
JiraffeLeung said:
Apparantly there are a few others out there who opened a battery (claiming to have more than 5000mah) and finding out that it was actually two 1500mah batteries taped together, hence the cheap price?
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That was the Hyperion battery you are talking about. I'm hoping this one isn't the same way.
I got my 2 pack of Anker 2500 mah and they "seem" to be true 2500mah.
Got it in! Pictures
So today I got home from worked, checked the mail, and wooohooo! Manila envelope in the mailbox!
So I opened this bad boy up and immediately started peeling the sticker off. I got the sticker peeled all the way off around and come to find out it is 3 batteries stuck together(with no markings on them). Like an idiot I started to push them out of the little plastic cage-type thing they are held together in and *SPARK* / *ZAP* I got shocked/burnt. It didn't hurt, just a little burn mark on my finger.
So I was reluctant to try it out my phone, but curiosity got the best of me and I put it in and the phone wouldn't even turn on. So I'm sure I fried it.
What is worse, I try to see how the back cover fits, and look what I find...
Its cracked!
So I called up the company, waited on hold for about five minutes.
Talked to a CSR and she said they would be getting a new shipment next week and they would ship a new one out along with a return address label to ship this one back. We'll see how this one fares.
Anyways, here are some more pics -Notice it DOES has the NFC Antenna
Hope this helps someone!
Yup, received it today, update some pix on my 1 post, review battery life later, really sturdy and promising. battery kinda heavy too
Got mine a few days ago. So far so good except for the same issues as above post. The back cover for me was cracked down in the bottom corner where the s-pen slot would be! Cover doesn't properly lock into the phone itself so that one corner hangs lose.
I called the company I ordered it from. The customer service was very good. They did notify me that the shipment is currently sold out and that they'll send me a new cover as soon as new shipments come in.
aimhelix said:
Got mine a few days ago. So far so good except for the same issues as above post. The back cover for me was cracked down in the bottom corner where the s-pen slot would be! Cover doesn't properly lock into the phone itself so that one corner hangs lose.
I called the company I ordered it from. The customer service was very good. They did notify me that the shipment is currently sold out and that they'll send me a new cover as soon as new shipments come in.
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luckily, mine doesnt have that issue. it fits so tight. even better compares to the stock one. love the battery so far. still trying to drain all my first charge. I really recomend this battery. i think i will have more than 5 hours of screen times
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Well looks like that was a sale... back to its regular price of ~$20. Should have bought one just to have, just in case.
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Does anyone know if Samsung is going to be putting out an official extended battery for the Galaxy S3? I don't trust the cheap "extended" third party batteries that are likely relabeled standard sizes with cheap cells, considering they're the exact same size, yet claim 1000+ mAh over the standard.
They did it for the Galaxy Nexus on Verizon, but I have no idea when that battery came out in comparison to the Galaxy Nexus's launch.
Any suggestions?
I just picked up the Hyperion extended battery and back cover.
first initial charge:
Almost 42 hours of use.
Just so you know, I loaded my s3 with as much load as I could:
Turned off auto bright set screen just past middle
Engaged all my "live" apps that Galway update, including eBay, tapatalk, xda pre., etc.
Turned on WiFi, blue tooth, data, and every possible battery trainer I could think of and put all my emails to push.
I you tubed the hell out of it, looked at some porn vids, played the greatest game ever made for android as much as possible, basically tried to get to zero as fast as possible.
42+ hours and then it went time red.
Hyperion is a very reliable battery.
Something else weird:
My WiFi signal was stronger.
Could be a placebo thing but I will report back again Friday, as I need to charge for 8 hours again. It is suggested to drain to red and charge fir 8 hours straight a few times.
Hyperion ftw !
Fyi 4000 ma.
Lol I even painted the battery cover world rally blue to match my scooby
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Nice car, I have a black '04. :good:
Do you have (or could you please post) a picture of the phone with the extended case sitting on a flat surface? I'm curious how much it makes the phone stick up. Also, have you come across any (protective) cases for extended battery backs?
that doesn't look any thicker than my epic did.
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I'll try to post up some comparison pics today later on
Also have not looked around for extended cases but I think I have seen some.
OK so here's some comparison pics.
I used my htc rezound as something to compare it with. I think for some this at be to much, but the case actually makes the phone more ergonomical.
I loved the build of my amaze (resounds cousin) so for me the thickness isn't an issue.
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Oh forgot ... the bottom pics are of the OEM back . Yes I'm ghetto I put tape to protect it sue me.
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Hola
Another inquiry... Did you ever come across a thin phone case that was compatible with the extended battery cover?
Btw thanks for the info on the battery and accompanying photos.
Edit: ahhh never mind. I missed the post where you said that you have not looked for a case.
"So what you want me to do 'bout that?"
Link to said extended battery? Is it for the Att lte or international SG3 ??
Blazing Galaxy S3
Need to keep an eye on this thread. I know I will be looking for an extended life batter at some time.
freemeech said:
Link to said extended battery? Is it for the Att lte or international SG3 ??
Blazing Galaxy S3
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Just eBay it. Hyperion hasvtheir own account and (another reason I buy from them) they are in Michigan. Nice not to have to buy from China.
I paid 16$ for the battery and cover.
I think the buy it now was like 20$
I thought I saw cases for extended batteries on eBay but not sure.
I'm gonna 're do my back cover and clear cote it and see how I feel about it. I like the naked feel. I may just do a full invisible body armor or something.
Also I previously contacted andida they said extended batteries for the gs3 would be out soon and it appears they are on eBay ad of yesterday.
I may buy one just for comparison.
I think the Andida was 4500 as opposed to this one being like 4100ma or something.
Edit: just looked at the battery... made in China....lol. ah well. Still a good product.
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If you do end up finding a case that will protect the phone well and fits the extended battery then please post a link. I'm not going to buy an extended battery until I can buy a case for it. I have that bad habit of periodically dropping things. :banghead:
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I ordered the battery and back cover yesterday from Amazon, Hyperion has their own account there as well. Same price as ebay. Estimated delivery time is sometime in the next three weeks, but if anyone is still interested when I get it I can put up some more pictures.
bogus83 said:
I ordered the battery and back cover yesterday from Amazon, Hyperion has their own account there as well. Same price as ebay. Estimated delivery time is sometime in the next three weeks, but if anyone is still interested when I get it I can put up some more pictures.
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I would very much appreciate that. Since the S3 is so thin already, I was thinking about getting an extended battery.
That was my thought too. I never thought I'd say this, but it might actually be too thin. I also ordered a Seidio Active w/kickstand case, but that won't fit the extended battery.
Edit: A bit of new info I just found, Mugen is planning a 4600mAh battery w/cover and a protective case for it. They just recently released a 2300mAh battery, but the big one isn't out quite yet.
https://www.facebook.com/MugenPowerBatteries
I have had great experiences with Seidio's extended batteries. I emailed them asking if they intend to make one for the G3. They replied and confirm that they will make one but would not give me any eta on it.
I just bought a Anker battery rated @ 2200mAh.. I prefer swapping batteries vs. having a thicker and heavier phone. I have used Anker with the sensation and the amaze. never let me down.
s60convert said:
I have had great experiences with Seidio's extended batteries. I emailed them asking if they intend to make one for the G3. They replied and confirm that they will make one but would not give me any eta on it.
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I had the Power brand from them for my EVO 4G. That thing ran all day with me playing games from time to time and playing on the internet. I think I might have went to the red maybe 3 or 4 times with that thing and it was late at night. I will be keeping an eye out for it from them.
One thing about the Seidio is their "soft coat" battery door. Unlike the oem cover which I find slippery, this soft coat gives a slight resistance.
I am looking to buy the seidio active with kickstand. This Commuter is too slippery! If I were to buy it, could I reasonably expect that seidio's eventual extended battery will fit in it?
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