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USB cradle for the HTC Diamond

Hello,
Have a look on eBay. There is many USB cradle for the HTC Diamond around. Prices start at 10 dollars. But the question is how good are they?
Philippe

i ordered one last week. it will arrive in a couple of days.
will let you know

Thanks,
I am guessing they are not very high quality, but the price is so good...
Philippe

I ordered one 2/3weeks ago, and got it two days ago. The quality is OK (black, shiny, not too plastic), and mine has an extra compartment to charge a battery without the phone.

MDA Compact IV official extended battery+backcover

Hi Everyone,
Any one got this already:
http://www.easydevices.co.uk/pp/T-M...OMPACT_IV_OFFICIAL_EXTENDED_LIFE_BATTERY.html
It says: In Stock
Can anyone please share some views about performance (GPS,camera, etc.)?
And, what is the most important, does it significantly improve everyday device life?
Thanks.

ooo nice, though that is alot of money for only 1/3rd increase in power,

hi,
yeah, I personally think the price is horrendous.
that is why I want to check whether it`s worth that price.
For £50 you can get 10x 900mAh batteries plus charger ;-))

actually a 50% increase in battery life. i have the Dianond version - well worth the money in my opinion.

Is there anybody who knows when to buy in Germany?

kowalsky_tom said:
hi,
yeah, I personally think the price is horrendous.
that is why I want to check whether it`s worth that price.
For £50 you can get 10x 900mAh batteries plus charger ;-))
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Ok,
I was waiting long enough now, hoping I will get cheaper one from eBay.
I`ve found only 1 seller offering 1800 mAh with ugly humpy cover, so I`ve decided to go for Expansys original one.
Ordered on 1st of Jan, paid £62 with delivery (bit expensive, but I`ll put it on as the Xmas present for myself ), expecting it tomorrow.
I`ll put some photos probably tomorrow evening and put few words about its performance later on (I need to test it first).
Happy New Year to all!

sundi2705 said:
Is there anybody who knows when to buy in Germany?
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Expansys runs the business all around the world, I`m sure what they offer in the UK is available in Germany as well.
There you go mate: http://www.expansys.de/p.aspx?i=171125
It is 63.99 Euro + delivery.
Cheers.

If I have the T Mobile version (MDA) and I got the Diamond back cover... would it fit?
Like this one - http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/HTC-Touch-Dia...14&_trkparms=72:1301|66:2|65:12|39:1|240:1318

AndyCr15 said:
If I have the T Mobile version (MDA) and I got the Diamond back cover... would it fit?
Like this one - http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/HTC-Touch-Dia...14&_trkparms=72:1301|66:2|65:12|39:1|240:1318
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Hi,
No, I`m affraid it won`t fit. MDA Compact IV has rounded corners, while Diamond is strict rectangle.
There were a few threads about it already.

Hi,
Got this one from GPSforless
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI....name=STRK:MEWNX:IT&viewitem=&salenotsupported
and it fits the MDA Compact and the GPS seems to work.
Will post once I have used it a bit.
Regards

Hi,
Did a Tom Tom test today. Basically Tom Tom running in demo mode, but with a GPS signal (varied from 3 to 6 sats), backlight on auto. GPRS was on and email was downloading every two hours, weather every hour. Got a total of 5.5 hours. Battery percentages for each hour shown below.
1.93%
2.64%
3.55%
4.44%
5.20%
I did a test with the standard battery before and it was about 2.5 hours.
My MDA Compact III used to get only 4.5 hours so with the extended battery the MDA Compact IV is actually better!!
The extra bulk may be an issue for some I suppose, though I will mainly use this battery for GPS use on my bike. The normal battery usually runs okay for me on day to day use of the phone.
Regards

kowalsky_tom said:
Ok,
I was waiting long enough now, hoping I will get cheaper one from eBay.
I`ve found only 1 seller offering 1800 mAh with ugly humpy cover, so I`ve decided to go for Expansys original one.
Ordered on 1st of Jan, paid £62 with delivery (bit expensive, but I`ll put it on as the Xmas present for myself ), expecting it tomorrow.
I`ll put some photos probably tomorrow evening and put few words about its performance later on (I need to test it first).
Happy New Year to all!
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OK, I`ve been using this extended battery for 10 days now.
With 10 texts, 20 minutes of calls a day and 3G switched off it lasts for 3 full days (72h), which I find is very good, compared to 30h on original battery.
The new cover looks very good. It has black/mate finish and has got an ornament (see photos).
My MDA Compact IV is about 3mm thicker and a bit heavier, but it hasn`t lost his sleek and flat look, which was the reason I bought MDA Compact not Daimond. Also, I`ve got a feeling that new size and weight makes it is laying better in my hand.
I had to go for another car holder. First, I though that my Compact with new battery (thicker) will fit into cradle for Touch Pro, but NOT, it was too loose.
So, I`ve bought universal one that will fit from small Nokia to big PDA (can give link to ebay seller, if anyone is interested).
I think the new battery+cover is worth its money.
Cheers.

more photos
here are more photos chaps.
I forgot to add:
It is ORIGINAL HTC extended 1340mAh battery with new back cover, especially for T-Mobile MDA Compact IV.
Very good quality, not cheap HK stuff. And NO AWFUL HUMP!
GPS works OK, absolutely no change compared to the original 900mAh.
No other issues noticed.
I`ll keep you updated when I notice anything.

Very helpful, thanks Tom - I think I might go for this. From where did you purchase the battery/cover? Also, do you have the original HTC pouch - does it still fit inside?
Thanks

jasonkruys said:
Very helpful, thanks Tom - I think I might go for this. From where did you purchase the battery/cover? Also, do you have the original HTC pouch - does it still fit inside?
Thanks
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Hi,
There are two on-line shops offering these extended capacity batteries:
Easydevices - http://www.easydevices.co.uk/pp/T-M...OMPACT_IV_OFFICIAL_EXTENDED_LIFE_BATTERY.html
Expansys - http://www.expansys.com/p.aspx?i=171125
I went for one with Expansys, it is a bit dearer than Easydevices one, but I found Expansys more trustworthy and besides if you look at "Easydevices Terms & Conditions", you will notice that if you (for some reason) have changed your mind and want to send it back, they will deduct 20% as a "administration charge", so they will refund price minus 20%, which you can calculate yourself easily.
I didn`t know what I`m gonna get buying over the net, in terms of quality and peformance, cos I couldn`t find any opinions, nor feedback.
So in case, I didn`t like it I went for Expansys one, they don`t do such a "small print tricks".
It will fit original pouch, but for me it`s a bit too tight, especially when someone is calling you and you strugling to take it out to answer.
I`m using "temporary" pouch at the moment - it is SonyEricsson`s and still looking for a nice sleek leather one that will fit my new fatty toy.

That looks sleeker than my "hump" back. Although I personally wanted the double capcity so it does not bother me so much.
Regards

i found an other seller 1800 mah w cover for 30 dollar.
http://www.longlast-battery.com/productCart/pc/viewPrd.asp?idcategory=151&idproduct=24673

whiskeybro said:
i found an other seller 1800 mah w cover for 30 dollar.
http://www.longlast-battery.com/productCart/pc/viewPrd.asp?idcategory=151&idproduct=24673
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Yeah, but there is no photo and it doesn`t even say what kind of backcover is included - with ugly hump or flat?
Is there any one, who went for it, to share some info?

I received mine for my mda C.IV last monday and after a week of use, it was worth every penny. It took a day or 2 to get use to the 3mm addition but i now get 2-3 days use out of my phone between charges were before i barley got 1. Highly advise everyone with battery issues to get one!!!

!!! Anker Battery in stock at ebay and Amazon US !!!

UPDATE
http://shop.ebay.com/i.html?_nkw=an...qr=true&_nkwusc=anker+battery+snsation&_rdc=1
well, ebay has a same seller, same battery with free shipping.
Original post
"http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0053EZJMC
I just ordered mine !
$9.5 + &6.99 Shipping
Sweet ! "

Are they any good?
I'm looking to get a new battery. The stock is kind of poor.mm
Sent from my HTC Sensation Z710e

Seems too good to be true

I wanna buy a battery but I'm skeptical. I don't buy 3rd party batteries...
Sent from my HTC Sensation Z710e

Ordered one Anker battery...
Thanks for the heads up! I ordered mine tonight, probably get it next week.
The seller has a 99% Positive Lifetime feedback and they have a 30 day Full refund return policy for defective items. Plus they reimburse your return shipping costs.
The only thing I didn't like was the high shipping costs... $3.00 per item plus $3.99. And the fact I got charged sales tax since I live in California. I checked the sellers web site and they are based in San Jose, California. My order total was $17.81.
As far as the Anker battery, I'll be putting it to the full test when I get it.

just ordered mines also.

hmm.. I register just to tell you guys this is better deal, only 10 bucks on ebay and free shipping. So much for my lurking on XDA... lol.
Copy and paste the URL since I can't hotlink being a new member.
cgi.ebay.com/Anker-Extended-Battery-HTC-Sensation-4G-G14-1900mAh-/220809453541?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item336944dfe5#ht_3355wt_981
The same seller, I think is also selling 2x for 18.99?. =)

Not all that fond of eBay but...
The Anker battery is cheaper...looks to the same company too...oh well, looks like I overpaid by $8. If the Anker works out I'll order my next battery from eBay.

xuni89 said:
hmm.. I register just to tell you guys this is better deal, only 10 bucks on ebay and free shipping. So much for my lurking on XDA... lol.
Copy and paste the URL since I can't hotlink being a new member.
cgi.ebay.com/Anker-Extended-Battery-HTC-Sensation-4G-G14-1900mAh-/220809453541?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item336944dfe5#ht_3355wt_981
The same seller, I think is also selling 2x for 18.99?. =)
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Thanks
I just updated my thread

Thanks OP for the heads up. I've been waiting for these to go back in stock. I just ordered one.

Thanks for the heads-up!

I won't miss out this time. Just got one.
Sent from my HTC Sensation 4G using XDA Premium App

Again not to Europe
I can't get my hands on one of these lol

wait....is this the same physical size as the stock HTC battery?

brian85 said:
wait....is this the same physical size as the stock HTC battery?
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In the other thread (confusing having two of them about the same battery ), someone who received his Anker confirmed that it's a little bit thicker than stock, but fits just fine in the slot and back cover.
I believe the situation is similar with the Chichitech battery.

Anker Battery
I purchased two Anker batteries for my Sensation about 3 wks ago and have used both of them extensively. I immediately noticed significant improvement in battery life first day which is what I'd hoped given the increased capacity of 1900mAh. It seems that I'm getting roughly 1/3 more battery life which is slightly more than the difference in mAh which could also be a factor of better battery quality. I can get through the entire day with little difficulty. A big improvement over the stock HTC battery.

Good looks! I just bought one. I can get about 9-11 hours of constant and heavy use. Hopefully this battery bumps it up to 13-16.
Sent from my HTC Sensation 4G

OEM Battery

This is probably on some other post back a few pages and old news. But, I got on of these as a bu and works/fits fine
Just FYI
http://www.cellphoneshop.net/onebattery.html

That is most certainly NOT an OEM battery. HTC's batteries are black, not white.
There is a shop on Amazon selling genuine batteries.

GldRush98 said:
That is most certainly NOT an OEM battery. HTC's batteries are black, not white.
There is a shop on Amazon selling genuine batteries.
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Guys,
get to dealextreme.com. Buy 3 battery for 10$, even if one dies it is still cheaper than the one from the link at its original price...
Best
CJ

cedricj said:
Guys,
get to dealextreme.com. Buy 3 battery for 10$, even if one dies it is still cheaper than the one from the link at its original price...
Best
CJ
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Guys,
Don't put cheap questionable batteries in your phone. They have the potential to damage your phone or its charging circuits.
Genuine batteries are not expensive enough to warrant the risk.

Not so sure......
Few weeks ago I bought a genuine HTC battery ( P/N 35H00132-06M) with UL certificate printred on which do not allow any temperture control. I do not feel very safe with such a product.
I have reported this problem to HTC technical people. I'm waiting for an answer
Detailed analysis is gievn on my blog 78michel.unblog.fr/
Notice that HTC Desire and Nexus one batteries are identical

[Q] Where to buy genuine HTC battery

I've been looking everywhere for a genuine original HTC Desire battery, but it seems impossible to find them! I've even ordered an expensive one from an eBay seller, but it's just a fake, which looks very similar on the front side but has different backside. It says "Manufactured by Formosa Electronic" in very small text.
Do you have experience that which of these sellers are posting genuine HTC batteries from Amazon?
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/offer-listing/B003L716YI/ref=dp_olp_new?ie=UTF8&condition=new
Or should I just buy the German PolarCell from eBay?
http://www.ebay.de/itm/PolarCell-Ak..._PDA_Akkus&hash=item5ae53643c6#ht_1112wt_1140
Have you been able to recently find a genuine HTC battery for normal price, like around 10 pounds?

It's funny that you ask because I have been looking for a battery today. I found this website that appears to be genuine http://www.htcaccessorystore.com/uk/p_htc.aspx but it isn't cheap (about £35).
I'll look forward to the feedback on your other options. I bought one for a Sony Xperia (not mine) for £8 from Amazon and it was fine, but the reviews for the Desire batteries don't look good.

Hi,
recently i bought a "geniue" Battery for my Desire on ebay from a german seller.
When it came, it appeared to be original, but when i installed it, it gave me constant voltage and temperature values. So it was a faked one. I sent it back and became one behaving exactly the same. So i got my money back.
The next one was on Amazon, but not directly from Amazon. It also looked original, but it didn`t fit perfectly and it didn`t even charge. I´m waiting for a replacement atm. I´m still hoping to get a good one. All were about 10 Euro
so 7 pound?
regards

c36get said:
All were about 10 Euro
so 7 pound?
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And the genuine one is 35 pound?
eBay 101 - lesson one - when something looks too good to be true, chances are it isn't.

Original one is around 30€ from registered reseller, 40€ HTC original

I think it's worth telling which seller did we buy from.
The fake which looked almost like the original was from "phonemarketuk" on eBay.
Now I've ordered one from "FoneM8store" from Amazon UK. I'll report when it arrives!
Before I was able to buy an original one from a seller for 7 pounds, so there is hope!
If there is nothing else, I think the best route is to go with PolarCell from Germany.

I´m not sure if it is allowed to post seller´s names here?
I tested the one from Amazon with my battery tester. It had about 1000mAh so the problem is not only the missing of values, but it has also less capacity than the original. Mine has about 1200mAh after 1.2 years.
But the worst was when i applied 5Volts to the Battery, it didnt switch off. So
this could be dangerous if anything in the charger circuit goes wrong.

Hi,
a few days ago the replacement was delivered. This one is original, and has about 1300mAh, so it seems that it was liing around some time.
But all in all ok, cost: 9,60€
Seller: WUSAR (who wants to give it a try)

on ebay, only boxed versions

I've got mine from amazon.de. After two sellers sold me fake ones (in a little plastic bag) for about 10 Euro I bought one directly from amazon. The result: I got a little HTC Box which a genuine battery for about 15 Euros. I dont think amazon.co.uk will sell you fake ones if you buy them directly from them.

Can you post a link? In Amazon.co.uk at least I've spend _ages_ looking for a genuine but there was none, and Amazon wasn't selling any directly.

Malakaaa said:
I've got mine from amazon.de. After two sellers sold me fake ones (in a little plastic bag) for about 10 Euro I bought one directly from amazon. The result: I got a little HTC Box which a genuine battery for about 15 Euros. I dont think amazon.co.uk will sell you fake ones if you buy them directly from them.
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nice to know that the original one should come on an HTC Box

Hi!
HTC SAV recommended me the HTC Accessory Store as the official HTC reseller. The battery for HTC Desire is expensive (~40 Euros) but I'm bored searching for the cheapest OEM one after being deceived from 2 reputated sellers (not on ebay) with fake ones.
Has anyone ever ordered the battery from that site (htcaccessorystore.com which is in fact Expansys company) ?
And the real question is : is that the genuine one that came with the phone and can be calibrated... ?
Thanks!

taobao.com in china, if you know chinese. but be careful, some batteries are second batteries
Sent from my HTC Desire using xda app-developers app

evilseiya said:
Has anyone ever ordered the battery from that site (htcaccessorystore.com which is in fact Expansys company) ?
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not a battery but i've purchased a number of htc things from expansys and found them to be fast, reputable and trusted. if they say it's a genuine battery i'd be inclined to believe them.
hope that helps you're decision making

seeding11 said:
It's funny that you ask because I have been looking for a battery today. I found this website that appears to be genuine http://www.htcaccessorystore.com/uk/p_htc.aspx but it isn't cheap (about £35).
I'll look forward to the feedback on your other options. I bought one for a Sony Xperia (not mine) for £8 from Amazon and it was fine, but the reviews for the Desire batteries don't look good.
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careful...EVEN THEY ARE FAKE!
and 3 times as expensive!
see screenshot and my original post...104856mAh on a 1.400mAh battery. seems legit, "official" HTC store...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2003662

I am searching for a new battery... I can buy from amazon.co.uk/de, & ebay...
Do you know any specific seller whom I can trust?!

KostasMD said:
I am searching for a new battery... I can buy from amazon.co.uk/de, & ebay...
Do you know any specific seller whom I can trust?!
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I think the conclusion was that the only way to get genuine battery is to buy from the main Amazon.de shop. Be careful, not to by from a reseller, but from the amazon.de seller. Also, on this page one of them is fullfilled by amazon and it says 100% original, it might work.
http://www.amazon.de/gp/offer-listing/B003L716YI/ref=dp_olp_new?ie=UTF8&condition=new

KostasMD said:
I am searching for a new battery... I can buy from amazon.co.uk/de, & ebay...
Do you know any specific seller whom I can trust?!
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Not ebay....my battery caught fire and melted my phone....thankfully it still works

You can look for a AOONEN BB99100 BATTERY FOR DESIRE A8181 on ebay: I bought one 3 month ago and it is a very reliable battery, last the same as than the original one.
I'm very pleased with it.