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On 1/12/04 3:40 PM, "logic-ot@yahoogroups.com" <logic-ot@yahoogroups.com>
wrote:

> Original Message:
>  Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 16:08:58 EST
>  From: TazmnianDv@...
> Subject: Re: Re: Do you have an iPod or have you considered buying one?
> 
> There is a class action law suit against Apple, and apple is offering to
> replace ipod batteries for $99. I read somewhere that said after a year and
> half 
> the batteries go bad. I paid $499 for my 30g and its not going in the trash
> any 
> time soon. My battery acts a little strange at times, but it seems to be ok
> despite being 1.5 years old. Its the main place for me to listen to music -
> while biking or walking.

I wouldn't own one if you gave it too me, but apparently the iPods'
batteries have ALL been going dead shortly after 18 months.  Someone in NYC
discovered this and after going a round or two with Apple Tech Support and
being told he should just resolve to buy a new one, this guy started making
posters and plastering them all around the city, stating simply that the
un-replaceable batteries go dead after 18 months and Apple won't fix it.
Then, lawsuits against Apple were rumored, upon which Apple was rumored to
have started a replacement program.  BUT, if you're willing to pay $99 to
keep your music fresh every 18 months, remember you still have to have it
backed up elsewhere, because when the battery dies, the music goes too, and
must be reloaded *if* you get a new battery.  Hardly worth the time or the
investment(s), IMO.  d:p~~~

Best regards,
...z


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