Internal and External iPod Batteries

When iPods first hit the market, iPod batteries followed the pattern of a number of smaller electronic units and came with a battery that was completely enclosed in the unit. Removing the iPod battery was discouraged. Instead, consumers were encouraged to purchase a refurbished replacement iPod when the battery had lost its ability to charge. As new versions of the unit were manufactured, the design was changed slightly, so that owners could purchase replacement iPod batteries. These newer batteries were capable of taking additional charges, which prolonged the life of the unit before the need to replace the power source. Still, iPod batteries are often soldered into place and even with the availability of replacement kits, iPod batteries are replaced by vendors rather than consumers.

To help extend the life of your iPod, it is a good idea to invest in portable or external iPod batteries. The external battery acts as a charger as well, breathing new life into the original battery. By attaching the external battery, the consumer can continue to use the unit, even as the external battery is charging up the permanent unit.

Not intended for permanent use, these external iPod batteries nevertheless have been found to be well worth their cost. By extending the life of the original battery, the owner saves money on replacement batteries and the costs associated with having the units replaced so frequently.

Today, third party replacement kits for iPod batteries have further driven down the cost of keeping your iPod in working condition. Originally marketed at almost a hundred dollars, these kits are now available to the consumer at almost half that amount. While no announcements have been made regarding the manufacturing of iPod batteries that can be replaced with the ease of some electronic devices, such as a watch battery, it is most likely only a matter of time before consumers will be able to change out their own iPod batteries.