How long did this battery last for those of you replacing FIOS batteries before next recharge?
836732
I bought this battery on March 24, 2014, to replace my FIOS battery. A week ago, a couple of weeks shy of one year later, it started beeping. So I'd say it lasts about a year.
836733
This was the first time I replaced the FiOS battery, and I think my original battery lasted several years before I had to replace it. I wasn't too happy about it because I was used to just a standard land line running on its own power. But it has behaved itself since I made the switch-out, so I'm hoping I'll get another couple of years of service out of this one.
527932
I haven't checked. It's our home phone and we usually use it for a couple of hours each day. Currently it lasts about a week between charges.
837624
My first battery lasted 3 years. I kept it in the basement during the winter and charged it every month. But when using it during the summer, I sometimes forgot to disconnect the charger the next day. This didn't happen a lot - maybe only 2 or 3 times a year. I didn't start to notice any problem until the end of the third year. I bought a new battery last spring. I've been more careful with this one and have always removed the charger within a few hours after the light turns green. This battery is still working very well, but it's too soon to know whether it will last more than 3 years.
147779
Tough to say. My old battery had to be charged daily and since I got this one I only have to plug it in every 4 or 5 days. One of the keys is to let it discharge down to 15% or so before recharging it.
2264177
My wife and I ride a lot 150 miles at a time.We use the intercom constantly and they stay charged 8 hrs I know.We put them on charge when we get in to make sure they are charged the next day.The life of the batterys I have no idea,we have run these for going on 3 seasons. Hope this is helpful
1688755
The FIOS unit that this battery goes into is pluged into a wall outlet, not only does the power supply inside the unit power the FIOS it also charges this battery. Slowly after 3 to 5 years of use the internal chemistry of the battery goes bad and it doesn't accept a charge anymore just like your car battery. I hope this answers your question.
114509
Sorry I have not timed it but I deid note that it lasted at least as long a the much more expensive Canon battery; perhaps longer.
1423471
There is a very small connector, very similar to the one inside a cordless handset that would connect the battery pack. Mine was on the left inside of the Fios box - it was not a "cable." Just a small connection that was easily pulled out and the new one placed back.
2002609
I cannot say that THIS is the battery Verizon recommends for your FIOS battery back-up, but I can tell you that this is the battery I purchased for my system six months ago, and I have been very pleased with it.
322144
My batteries only lasted six months. Batteries are super-expensive now. I'll just be using the plug from now on.
1973959
I have not had to replace the battery yet. I use it about 30-40 minutes 3-4 times per week. I have had it for about 7-8 to months. I have no complaint on that issue.
2143797
I used to get about 12-15 days when new. However, as the battery has gotten older, its life has gone to 8-10 days. And li-ion batteries just die without warning.
1305055
See other Fios question, but for me it worked for a bit, then just stops. requiring resetting or power down/up cycling. Just not worth the effort. Support is horrible too. They promised to send me a replacement as they felt it was defective, yet I've heard nothing.
1453483
Totally disagree with other poster. I've had these installed for months and I've never gotten more than a week out of a set of 18 AA batteries. Has nothing to do with usage. The issue is the Wi-Fi receivers are powered at all times waiting for a command from the controller. This kills batteries far too quickly. With new batteries, the system is wonderful, but that lasts only several days to a week or so. I no longer use them and will replace with wall-powered units as part of kitchen renovation. By the way, if you have to try these, get them from a warehouse club for about half the price asked here, and use them in time to return them for a refund when you see how short a time the batteries last. Totally disagree with other poster. I've had these installed for months and I've never gotten more than a week out of a set of 18 AA batteries. Has nothing to do with usage. The issue is the Wi-Fi receivers are powered at all times waiting for a command from the controller. This kills batteries far too quickly. With new batteries, the system is wonderful, but that lasts only several days to a week or so. I no longer use them and will replace with wall-powered units as part of kitchen renovation. By the way, if you have to try these, get them from a warehouse club for about half the price... » Read More Totally disagree with other poster. I've had these installed for months and I've never gotten more than a week out of a set of 18 AA batteries. Has nothing to do with usage. The issue is the Wi-Fi receivers are powered at all times waiting for a command from the controller. This kills batteries far too quickly. With new batteries, the system is wonderful, but that lasts only several days to a week or so. I no longer use them and will replace with wall-powered units as part of kitchen renovation. By the way, if you have to try these, get them from a warehouse club for about half the price asked here, and use them in time to return them for a refund when you see how short a time the batteries last. « Show Less
328951
Yes it's just the power or the length that the battery will last this unit fits exactly in a fios cable box and I Mean direct replacement , perfect fit
1989963
Hi Jake,I used this battery for my FIOS box. I didn't charge it outside of the box. I merely installed it in the FIOS box and it immediately started working. I believe it automatically charges once it is connected. Hope this helps.
315148
I also agree with Andrew. I bought this battery and simply installed it and it has worked fine ever since (more than 3 months now). I went from about 6 hours per day of life to now about 12 under normal use.