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Battery extenders

I haven't felt the need to complain about my battery life since buying a battery extender for my Nexus S. I've never understood why people find it more necessary to have their phone paper thin but have to have this battery life anxiety. I don't get it. Guys do yourself a favour, get a battery extender.
Although I charge every day, I don't remember ever getting below 60 percent. Ya It's a little worse with 4.04 but still no problem at all with a battery extender. No worrying about what is running in background like bluetooth or whatever. Just using the phone the way I want. Stream musing when I want, watch tv when I have to kill some time etc.
They cost around $10 off ebay, no regrets, not much size difference unless you're into skin tight jeans....not that there's anything wrong with that
Just search for "nexus s extended battery" and you'll find plenty.
Ps. most are from china so be prepared to wait a month or more for it to come in.

yeah there are some posts in the accessories sub forum, I got the mugen 3900 mah and it is bliss

I have a 3500, only thing I hate is that I can't use NFC with it.
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not that I fully understand nfc but based on this cnn report I saw, I don't see the loss of nfc as a bad thing.

You know NFC only works in very close proximity and only after unlocking your device right?
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DomoDom said:
not that I fully understand nfc but based on this cnn report I saw, I don't see the loss of nfc as a bad thing.
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Well my friend you should look into, near my front door I have two nfc stickers one to toggle my wifi on/off
Another was setup so my one friend could connect to my wifi network and use pw with having to type it in
Another in my car dock to straight launch Pandora
Its really a convince
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vetvito said:
I have a 3500, only thing I hate is that I can't use NFC with it.
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Ah that sucks the mugen extended battery cover does maybe if you email then you can just get the back door
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I'm planning on getting one too, any suggestions which one should I get ?

I believe there are multiple topics in the accessories sub forum with the different ones.
My mugen is great expensive though
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^ link please. Extended battery with NFC would be great.
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This is the one of the reasons why I just sold my nexus s =(
The battery life and the camera quality were the main reasons.
I switched over to the moto atrix 4g and it's simply amazing.
If the nexus s had a better battery life and a better camera I would have loved to stay with it.

Change kernel...
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Are there any longer lasting batteries out there yet for the N4?

I saw the Galaxy S3 has a 6300mAh battery available and that people are getting like 10-15 on screen hours with it and I can't help but be jealous.
I understand that the Nexus 4 lacks the capability for extended batteries due to essential parts on the back of the case, correct?
But it's also true that one can replace the battery so long as it's in the same form factor/style as the stock battery, correct?
So, is there any way people can squeeze more mAh into a battery of the right type/size and if so do they exist yet?
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JumplnTheFire said:
I saw the Galaxy S3 has a 6300mAh battery available and that people are getting like 10-15 on screen hours with it and I can't help but be jealous.
I understand that the Nexus 4 lacks the capability for extended batteries due to essential parts on the back of the case, correct?
But it's also true that one can replace the battery so long as it's in the same form factor/style as the stock battery, correct?
So, is there any way people can squeeze more mAh into a battery of the right type/size and if so do they exist yet?
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The back of the nexus 4 requires a torx size 5 screwdriver to remove, as well as some kind of spudger, but that isn't really a deal breaker for the sort of people who would want the product you're asking for.
The problem is, you'd need some real engineering ability, and you'd need to be pretty exacting in your design for the replacement battery back to fit properly.you'd also be giving up wireless charging because that functionality is built into the existing back. As far as more capacity in the same space, no. Not any time soon.

JumplnTheFire said:
I saw the Galaxy S3 has a 6300mAh battery available and that people are getting like 10-15 on screen hours with it and I can't help but be jealous.
I understand that the Nexus 4 lacks the capability for extended batteries due to essential parts on the back of the case, correct?
But it's also true that one can replace the battery so long as it's in the same form factor/style as the stock battery, correct?
So, is there any way people can squeeze more mAh into a battery of the right type/size and if so do they exist yet?
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I saw a post about Zerolemon making a battery case for the N4 in three sizes (varying capacity and presumably bulk). I think it's supposed to be released next month. Might be a workable alternative to a replacement battery.

Do what I've done... http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=40420956
Still got the wireless charging and NFC battery life is amazing!

Batteries

Are there any good extended and/or expanded batteries for the S4?
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Zero lemon or anker.
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Malkozaine said:
Are there any good extended and/or expanded batteries for the S4?
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Really depends on how big and heavy you want your phone to be, but if you don't care, the 7,500mah Zero Lemon is the biggest one there is. XDA isn't letting me post the link, but just search amazon for Zero Lemon S4, it's $40US.

dustinyo said:
Really depends on how big and heavy you want your phone to be, but if you don't care, the 7,500mah Zero Lemon is the biggest one there is. XDA isn't letting me post the link, but just search amazon for Zero Lemon S4, it's $40US.
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Cool....I'll look it up. Are there any good ones that don't add bulk to the phone? This will be for my wifes phone and not sure if she would want the extra bulk.
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Malkozaine said:
Cool....I'll look it up. Are there any good ones that don't add bulk to the phone? This will be for my wifes phone and not sure if she would want the extra bulk.
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I've yet to find one that doesn't require a new case and is worth getting. The only I know of gives you a whopping 6% increase in battery life. It would appear Samsung has already squeezed the most they can out of the battery with it's current size.
There are other batteries that won't add quit as much bulk though. s4tips .com/reviews/best-extended-batteries-for-samsung-galaxy-s4/ has a list of good ones. (I still can't post links so take the space out before .com)

UPDATE 1 -
Got the batteries yesterday - 2 3000mah and a charger. Charger worked well and the 2nd one is charging now.
Stock weighs 1.5 oz while the Zero-lemon ones weighed 1.6 oz.
I DID have to take off the white label surrounding the new battery for it to fit into the slot of the phone.
It is snug, but it fits correctly, but ONLY after taking off the wrap-around label.
I put the back on and it clicked in correctly and seems okay.
I have a aftermarket slimline case that still fits on it properly also - no issues between it and the battery.
Ill monitor battery life the next few days and see what I get. I usually get about 15 hours a day, with about
2-3 hours of screen time.
If anything, I have 2 extra batteries and a good plug in charger, all for $20.00, so Im happy so far.
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Yesterday I ordered off Amazon (2) of the zerolemon with the quickcharger. they were the 3000mah ones.
Reviews said they gave about 2 more hours worth of screen time. Said they are NOT NFC, and used that
space to add to the battery. Either way, said it will work with stock back. They were $20 shipped.
Should be here next day or two, so Ill let you know my results.
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QUOTE=Malkozaine;46061412]Cool....I'll look it up. Are there any good ones that don't add bulk to the phone? This will be for my wifes phone and not sure if she would want the extra bulk.
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Battery Life Discussion

Discuss your battery life here.

Ya sure , the battery life is so awesome I think I don't need to charge it again until May 27th.
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trincisor said:
Ya sure , the battery life is so awesome I think I don't need to charge it again until May 27th.
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Good one
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3000mAH for 2k 5.5 inch
just to make sure this one maybe for korea, usually using 2 batteries so the global g3 will be different

Samscheetah said:
3000mAH for 2k 5.5 inch
just to make sure this one maybe for korea, usually using 2 batteries so the global g3 will be different
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The g pro 2 came with 2 batteries ... maybe they do the same.
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honestly, if they just put a 4000mAh in it, I wouldn't mind if it weren't replaceable. And I seriously doubt with the kind of perfomance/specs its gonna have, anyone would really mind the extra thickness either. Not to mention heft (cough, durability).

It's not how big the tank K is but how much less is sippped from the tank
Nexus 5 so battery is 75% if G2
But battery life on nexus 5 is far less than 75 percentage of G2 albeit having a smaller screen
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Don't forget - with a removable battery, I'll bet some vendor will come out with a 3500+ mAh battery...
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GeodudeFFP said:
Don't forget - with a removable battery, I'll bet some vendor will come out with a 3500+ mAh battery...
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true, tho hopefully LG itself does it, kinda like Samsung did with S3, which I have.

http://www.phonearena.com/news/Firs...ery-life-tests-show-promising-results_id56590
more than six hours of screen-on time with 100% brightness, it's really impressive.

jason_jiang said:
http://www.phonearena.com/news/Firs...ery-life-tests-show-promising-results_id56590
more than six hours of screen-on time with 100% brightness, it's really impressive.
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it looks promising but i would take this article with a grain of salt. I want to see a article or a video with alot of apps and features turned on this reviewed. i believe that would be a real battery review

Still, LG hasn't outed official talk, standby, browsing and video playback times yet, so we can only guesstimate the battery life of the G3 to be pretty good, based on some tangential proof from improvised battery tests that are popping up.
First off, a prototype version of the phone has been put through its paces, and the phone lasted six and a half hours of video playback on a charge, as you can see from the screens on the right. That might seem average, but the test has been done at the screen's*maximumbrightness, which*LG officially pegs at 430 nits, instead of the usual 150 or 200 nits, so the result from standardized routines like our own battery test, are likely to be much higher.*
Also so the test was at basically 2× brightness of a normal screen. ... so at lower brightness it should do very well
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Thanks to the removable battery I couldn't care less about battery life you can always take one or even two with you and go through half a week without ever needing to charge your phone good job LG :good:
I'm sure it will feature some sort of ultra power saving mode just like the S5

frankgreimes said:
Thanks to the removable battery I couldn't care less about battery life you can always take one or even two with you and go through half a week without ever needing to charge your phone good job LG :good:
I'm sure it will feature some sort of ultra power saving mode just like the S5
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Is it really nice to always have a secondary batt and most time having to turn off phone then replace. I quite don't like that and I don't see that very cute at all. Maybe it's how I feel but that for me just seems not right.

jeyd02 said:
Is it really nice to always have a secondary batt and most time having to turn off phone then replace. I quite don't like that and I don't see that very cute at all. Maybe it's how I feel but that for me just seems not right.
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I would totally have taken a 3500mAh stuck battery like in G2(not impossible to remove after some years) instead of 3000mAh removable.

wargreymon89 said:
I would totally have taken a 3500mAh stuck battery like in G2(not impossible to remove after some years) instead of 3000mAh removable.
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How about we first get the phone and test it ourselves?

jeyd02 said:
How about we first get the phone and test it ourselves?
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I never said 3000mAh isnt enough, but 3500mAh would last longer and most people dont run around with an extra battery in their pocket even if they can. Saving 1-2 hours of work to replace a battery like in the G2 after 1-3 years isnt really that much.

wargreymon89 said:
I never said 3000mAh isnt enough, but 3500mAh would last longer and most people dont run around with an extra battery in their pocket even if they can. Saving 1-2 hours of work to replace a battery like in the G2 after 1-3 years isnt really that much.
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Just the same way you are thinking, don't you think that LG thought of that?

jeyd02 said:
Just the same way you are thinking, don't you think that LG thought of that?
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Of course they did, but they are catering to the people who are stuck in the old days when smartphones didnt last as long and batteries died much faster. Sure batteries degrade still, but if they hold longer between the charges and with more improvment it would be years between needing to change it. LG did the right thing with G2, but people arent smart enough to see it, so LG had to go back to the old ways to win the heart of the stuck.

wargreymon89 said:
Of course they did, but they are catering to the people who are stuck in the old days when smartphones didnt last as long and batteries died much faster. Sure batteries degrade still, but if they hold longer between the charges and with more improvment it would be years between needing to change it. LG did the right thing with G2, but people arent smart enough to see it, so LG had to go back to the old ways to win the heart of the stuck.
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Okay, what I'm saying is if they have thought then it'll make no sense for that regard. If so, then the 3000mAh batt along with their Optimization makes it enough to have that battery.
Like for example, there are different desktop power supplies but some of them are different quality. A 3 star 1200w quality desktop supply could be equivalent to a 5 star 800w quality supply.

Zerolemon to release battery August 30!

I'm really excited for this as my phones are usually hungry for power. And now they finally have a date. Can't wait.

What are you talking about?

qum said:
What are you talking about?
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zerolemon is a huge battery for all kinds of phones. I think thegalaxy s3 was like 7500mah

Whyyy?? For me this 3000mh battety is just fine! I get 4 hours screen on time.. Like 7500mah battery is way too big! I like this slim phone

They also make standard sized batteries if you just want extra. Which I do. Their extended batteries with cases are the most hideous things.

Some people don't have the chance of recharging their phones all the time or have a lot of time on their phone. I had the 10k mah on the note 3. Bulky but the case worked for the environment I worked in. 5 days without a charge!

Great news
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I just ordered a 12000 mah jackery battery pack like 2 days ago......then today it comes in the mail today.....i go on facebook and zero lemon announces the 9000 mah extended battery n case!!!!!!lol wtf!

Glad to hear this! I certainly don't need the extra battery life but this is very welcomed as one can never go wrong with a bit extra battery life. Maybe now I can actually go a full two days of heavy use without charging!

n0zzz said:
Whyyy?? For me this 3000mh battety is just fine! I get 4 hours screen on time.. Like 7500mah battery is way too big! I like this slim phone
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Idk maybe because some people prefer to have an option of a bigger battery, you know, and maybe because its good to have a choice perhaps don't you think?