Make the length of charge usable? Charge seems to last about 14 hours & data not saved if recharged before uploaded. Very annoying.
878540
I'd say something is definitely wrong if your Pulse only lasts 14 hours. Have you tried upgrading the software? Otherwise, I'd exchange it or get a replacement from Withings as already suggested.
878541
I also don't have this problem -- The charge is supposed to last "up to 2 weeks" (see http://withings.zendesk.com/entries/24429918-Pulse-s-battery-life). I've only charged mine every few days so far and the battery indicator seemed fairly full each time.
866725
I don't have this problem. Maybe you have a defective one? I know it's inconvenient, but you could try exchanging it at the store where you bought it, or asking Withings to replace it. Good luck.
878542
I got my wife and I one of these and mine developed this problem after about 10 days usage while my wife's was fine. I would charge overnight on the same charger my wife uses, take it off the next morning showing a full battery charge. Then, later in the day, the thing would not respond until I put it back on the charger and then it would start to charge and the display and button would respond. I did this for about 3 days in a row and decided to return my defective device. Now, after about 2 weeks of use, my new one did the same things today. I.e. full charge in the morning, dead by about lunch time. I got my wife and I one of these and mine developed this problem after about 10 days usage while my wife's was fine. I would charge overnight on the same charger my wife uses, take it off the next morning showing a full battery charge. Then, later in the day, the thing would not respond until I put it back on the charger and then it would start to charge and the display and button would respond. I did this for about 3 days in a row and decided to return my defective device. Now, after about 2 weeks of use, my new one did the same things today. I.e. full charge in the morning, dead by about... » Read More I got my wife and I one of these and mine developed this problem after about 10 days usage while my wife's was fine. I would charge overnight on the same charger my wife uses, take it off the next morning showing a full battery charge. Then, later in the day, the thing would not respond until I put it back on the charger and then it would start to charge and the display and button would respond. I did this for about 3 days in a row and decided to return my defective device. Now, after about 2 weeks of use, my new one did the same things today. I.e. full charge in the morning, dead by about lunch time. « Show Less
878543
So far, charge has not been a problem. I keep my charge cable at work, where I'm the least active. When I finally sit down in the morning for a long stretch, I put the Pulse on the charger and top it off. So far, I've never seen less than 44% charge and that was over a long weekend (3 days off the charger).
878544
I had the same problem, I just returned it assumed it was typical. Maybe I'll go buy a fresh one.
201895
I just used mine for 6 straight hours, and 2 hours the day before, still going strong. I would estimate 10 hours full charge to dead.
1667059
Not that long! If it's only working when plugged in, something is wrong. It also holds a charge for quite sometime. I can't remember the last time I charged mine (though I only use it sporadically).
826136
Did everyone try charging the unit while it is powered off? It seems to make a different to me. I bought three(3) and so far all battery seemed to be decently averaged out around 2.5 hours or so (mainly net surfing and video conferencing) after few months of usage. Power on while charging seems like charges don't hold too well even it shows 100% charged. Try it out...it may make some different.
448894
I think you must have gotten a faulty unit, mine lasts for at least a week on a full charge. I would contact support on that.
1850472
Usually I have to charge after 2 hours of web. Searching and only lasts 1 hour for gaming.for me..
719692
Yes! :) It didn't last long for me either, but I keep prolonging it's life by taking it out, holding down on/off button 30 seconds, replace it and let it charge 48 hours before use. Lasts 1/2 hour or less when using.
1972370
I had the same problem. I also tried to charge for over 24 hours. Not recommended at all.
94147
Hi, I think theres something wrong whith your battery Or maybe the source from where you charge, the product manual says: [Note: Some low-power USB ports may not be able to provide enough charge power.]. I got mine for christmas too and battery works great, It gave me about 10 or more hours whith music/photo and video playback, Exelent Player!
321574
I'm not quite sue--I've never used it long enough to drain a charge. My guess would be several hours. Sorry I can't be more helpful.
123676
I charged it over night. So I don't know how long it actually took to charge. I do know the charge is good for a few hours of use, though. Sorry i can't be more specific.
2242698
Where did you hear that? Of course not. I use mine daily and it usually lasts for 2-3 days based on my reading, web surfing and emailing activity. I let the battery completely run down after I first charged it and it lasted almost 11 hours. On average I get at least 10 hours of active use on it, but I usually charge it every three days.
955559
Hard to tell since I'm always recharging. But an hour seems pretty short but honestly, I'm confident my full charge doesn't last much over 90 minutes, especially when watching videos.
1129489
How long are you letting it charge for? I let it charge for a few hrs the first time, since then I have rarely had to charge it. Try letting it be charged for hrs if you haven't yet...if that fails to make a difference, or if you've already done this, I'd attempt to return the item.
1491465
I get about two hours of video. I am using a 64gig SD. I could get more video but the two hour mark is the max run time on a full charge!
566057
I believe you gotta charge it for at least an hour if but I was impatient and only went for half. I have already done three paintings with probably 40 hours down in total. Used it for days and still haven't found the need to recharge. If I can recall correctly, it was mentioned that one full charge should last up to 800 hours.
405036
I'm routinely using it for 3 to 4 hours and still has a charge. Guess I could probably go 4 1/2 to 5 hours. Definitely was a good purchase - at least for how I use my computer.