Sony AA NIMH 4 pack $2.99, with charger $7.99

[nairi]

I thought this was a pretty sweet offer from Amazon

Batteries 4 for $2.99

Charger with 4 batteries $7.99

 

[Lyfer]

Pretty Hot. I wonder if they explode like the notebook batteries.

 

[drinkmorejava]

Originally posted by: Lyfer
Pretty Hot. I wonder if they explode like the notebook batteries.

lol that's what I thought

I think it was contained to the Lithium Ion batteries though

 

[isekii]

nvm according to the tech detail it does

im in for one

nvm.

they rape you on shipping fee

 

[bjamm2]

12.99 for batteries now?

The other Duracell 2650maH deal might be better for some now?

 

[ron2368]

did not last long

 

[aimanzym]

sony can be that cheap? if it is, it is good deal. thank you!

 

[ElFenix]

Originally posted by: ron2368
did not last long

it's still there...

 

[Lucky]

Originally posted by: ElFenix

Originally posted by: ron2368
did not last long

it's still there...

What? It's $13 from amazon or $6 from "NYC electronics" (plus shipping.)

Whatchu talkin bout willis?

 

[Lucky]

The other Duracell 2650maH deal might be better for some now?

I don't know what deal that is, but I will say the duracell 2650 batteries are very good. Bought a couple packs the other day. They all tested at 2700+, and one was nearly 2800. Real world performance in a highly intensive camera flash was very good.

 

[cheesehead]

These are Nickel-metal-hydride batteries, and are extremely unlikely to explode.

 

[Anami]

It may not be Sony branded, but LED Shoppe has great prices on AA 2500mAh and AAA 1000mAh NiMH batteries and chargers. I bought these 5 NiMH batteries for $5, shipped from Hong Kong (choose either 5AA or 5AAA). Also, be sure to browse the site for LED flashlights or their LED Bike Light products.

 

[Jawadali]

Originally posted by: Anami
It may not be Sony branded, but LED Shoppe has great prices on AA 2500mAh and AAA 1000mAh NiMH batteries and chargers. I bought these 5 NiMH batteries for $5, shipped from Hong Kong (choose either 5AA or 5AAA). Also, be sure to browse the site for LED flashlights or their LED Bike Light products.

Do those 2500mAh AAs last long? A few people were saying that they are (heavily) overrated. I was planning to get some soon, so any feedback would be appreciated.

 

[aceO07]

The link shows $12.99 Sony 2500mAh batteries.

 

[funboy6942]

Shows $8.99 now. Amazon cant make up thier freakin minds on the price WTF

 

[mindless1]

Avoid generic batteries, they don't hold up well over time.

Sony cells are relabeled Panasonic/Sanyo (as are Energizers, for those who like to refer to the now-non-applicable great battery shootout of 3-4 generation older technology).

They are premium cells, this was an outstanding deal at $3. Unfortunately they're now showing up as $13.

The charger/battery combo looks sold out on Amazon but note the packaging- 2100mAH. It could be that they recycled an old picture for product with newer generation cells, or it could be that these are old stock with already 18+ months aging sitting on a stock shelf somewhere. If you want highest capacity from cells for longest time possible, buy fresh stock.

 

[yhelothar]

Originally posted by: mindless1
Avoid generic batteries, they don't hold up well over time.

Sony cells are relabeled Panasonic/Sanyo (as are Energizers, for those who like to refer to the now-non-applicable great battery shootout of 3-4 generation older technology).

They are premium cells, this was an outstanding deal at $3. Unfortunately they're now showing up as $13.

The charger/battery combo looks sold out on Amazon but note the packaging- 2100mAH. It could be that they recycled an old picture for product with newer generation cells, or it could be that these are old stock with already 18+ months aging sitting on a stock shelf somewhere. If you want highest capacity from cells for longest time possible, buy fresh stock.

Energizers/Duracell/Powerex/maha all buy their batteries from the same OEM in japan.

 

[mindless1]

Originally posted by: virtualgames0

Originally posted by: mindless1
Avoid generic batteries, they don't hold up well over time.

Sony cells are relabeled Panasonic/Sanyo (as are Energizers, for those who like to refer to the now-non-applicable great battery shootout of 3-4 generation older technology).

They are premium cells, this was an outstanding deal at $3. Unfortunately they're now showing up as $13.

The charger/battery combo looks sold out on Amazon but note the packaging- 2100mAH. It could be that they recycled an old picture for product with newer generation cells, or it could be that these are old stock with already 18+ months aging sitting on a stock shelf somewhere. If you want highest capacity from cells for longest time possible, buy fresh stock.

Energizers/Duracell/Powerex/maha all buy their batteries from the same OEM in japan.

No they definitely do not. Energizer are Panasonic/Japan. Duracell are Chinese (I have packs). This even ignores obvious visual cell differences like the top and bottom finish and insulating material.

 

[yhelothar]

Originally posted by: mindless1

Originally posted by: virtualgames0

Originally posted by: mindless1
Avoid generic batteries, they don't hold up well over time.

Sony cells are relabeled Panasonic/Sanyo (as are Energizers, for those who like to refer to the now-non-applicable great battery shootout of 3-4 generation older technology).

They are premium cells, this was an outstanding deal at $3. Unfortunately they're now showing up as $13.

The charger/battery combo looks sold out on Amazon but note the packaging- 2100mAH. It could be that they recycled an old picture for product with newer generation cells, or it could be that these are old stock with already 18+ months aging sitting on a stock shelf somewhere. If you want highest capacity from cells for longest time possible, buy fresh stock.

Energizers/Duracell/Powerex/maha all buy their batteries from the same OEM in japan.

No they definitely do not. Energizer are Panasonic/Japan. Duracell are Chinese (I have packs). This even ignores obvious visual cell differences like the top and bottom finish and insulating material.

Yes they definitely are. I used to sell powerex batteries and I met up with the CEO myself. He personally told me that they get ther batteries from the same OEM manufacturer in Japan as Energizer/Duracell. That said, Duracell aren't even made in China, the packaging itself says made in Japan.

 

[mindless1]

Originally posted by: virtualgames0Yes they definitely are. I used to sell powerex batteries and I met up with the CEO myself. He personally told me that they get ther batteries from the same OEM manufacturer in Japan as Energizer/Duracell. That said, Duracell aren't even made in China, the packaging itself says made in Japan.

A nice story, but some part of it is untrue. Doesn't really matter which part, but as already mentioned anyone who has Duracells (for example) can prove it from the different cell construction attributes and that "made in China" on them.

Please check your facts, hearsay does not counter direct evidence!

I also have Duracell packages, which state:

"Made in China/Fabrique en Chine/Hecho en China"

Look at the cells next, examine them closely then tell us they are the same. They are not.

 

[yhelothar]

Originally posted by: mindless1

Originally posted by: virtualgames0Yes they definitely are. I used to sell powerex batteries and I met up with the CEO myself. He personally told me that they get ther batteries from the same OEM manufacturer in Japan as Energizer/Duracell. That said, Duracell aren't even made in China, the packaging itself says made in Japan.

A nice story, but some part of it is untrue. Doesn't really matter which part, but as already mentioned anyone who has Duracells (for example) can prove it from the different cell construction attributes and that "made in China" on them.

Please check your facts, hearsay does not counter direct evidence!

I also have Duracell packages, which state:

"Made in China/Fabrique en Chine/Hecho en China"

Look at the cells next, examine them closely then tell us they are the same. They are not.

Well I just did a google search.. looks like duracell has batteries from both china and japan. So I guess we are both right.

 

[mindless1]

Maha are not made in same factory as Energizer either. Energizer are all (that I have seen) Sanyos.

No offense meant but I think that CEO fed you a line of bull.
It is possible to have multiple suppliers but in general, these major brands mentioned do not usually come from the same Japanese manufacturer. The same cell construction is (would be) used and only the outer shrink wrap is changed for branding.

 

[nycdude]

charger with 4 batteries show up now as $14.49. and the 4 batteries alone is $12.99

 

[AMD K9]

Have the Sanyo Enerloop batteries hit the states yet? That's what I am waiting for. FInally a NIMH battery that can sit on a shelf after a charge and retain 80% of the charge for over a year.

 

[filetitan]

sweet deal good job op