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    Sony Battery Prices

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Xander, May 2, 2007.

  1. Xander

    Xander Paranoid Android

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    Why are Sony's notebook batteries so freakin' expensive? Maybe to subsidize the MASSIVE RECALL?

    [NONE of the prices below include any taxes or shipping expenses.]

    For the VGN-FE890, an UPGRADE to the Large Capacity Lithium-ion Battery (BPL2C) is $100 extra. And if you want a SPARE battery you will surly EAT-IT BIG: Standard Capacity = $200 and Large Capacity = $300!

    Compare those prices to the UPGRADE options for the HP dv6000t (with the APP Discount):
    - High Capacity 6-Cell +$29
    - 12-Cell +$49
    - 6-Cell & 12-Cell +$129
    - TWO 12-Cells +$178

    Also compare to the Dell E1505, the most expensive upgrade option is to receive TWO 9-Cells for an additional $128.

    What is going on here? Sony is really sucking it HARD! When will Sony prices be competitive, if ever?
     
    Xander, May 2, 2007
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  2. matt_h1

    matt_h1 Notebook Deity NBR Reviewer

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    stop your whining, we pay $600 for the large battery from sony AU, which is $495 USD
     
    matt_h1, May 2, 2007
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  3. coriolis

    coriolis Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    It's about right, you pay for a Sony anyways(usually overpriced), thus you pay for an overpriced battery :p

    There's not much you can do, since if you need a battery, you'll have to buy one. Third Party battery exists, but whether they are recommended, that's up to you.
     
    coriolis, May 2, 2007
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  4. TedJ

    TedJ Asus fan in a can!

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    Nothing to do with subsidising a recall, Sony are extortionists when it comes to accessories....
     
    TedJ, May 2, 2007
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