Philips Xenium 9@9j Mobile Has AAA Battery Power Backup
We’ve talked about Philips Xenium mobile phones long battery life before, but the new Xenium 9@9j goes one better: it’s the first to use “BackuPower” battery technology. Slot an AAA battery into the phone, and the April-bound 9@9j will slurp power from it when its standard Li-ion battery goes flat, giving you an extra three hours of talk time. Its the first mobile to do this, and though it increases its size, those extra hours are going to be useful for people who spend time away from power sockets.
AU: I wouldn’t hold your breath for a local release, my Australian friends – Philips handsets aren’t really available over here…
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I like the idea, but its not the first mobile phone to offer a backup from standard batteries. I had an Alcatel One Touch Easy mobile, if the batteries ran flat you could take the battery cover off, turn the battery connector around and insert 3 x AA batteries. Lasted for DAYS!