is anyone else experienceing shorter battery life? my daughter loves it but the battery is lasting only about 1/2 hour now on a full charge.
2045570
The battery life has decreased on the one I purchased for my grandson but not that much. That sounds like an equipment issue.
2045571
My sons usually lasts about 3 hours on a full charge but we have only had the tablet a few weeks so its still "brand new"
2045572
My battery life is fine. Some times batterys come defective. You may need a new battery. Or sometimes even a new charger. Hope this answers your ?.
2045573
yea it does happen - which is very annoying. i m sory but i dont have a solution. i guess well just have to deal with this.
409676
I have had nothing but trouble with battery life on this "monster". I received it as a Christmas present, charged the battery for at least 3 hours initially, then used it for an hour or so. When I tried to use it again the next day, the battery was so low the device would not boot up. Recharged it to 100% capacity, closed it down to sleep mode, tried to use it again after about 24 hours. The battery was again completely discharged. This has happened 3 times. Who wants a device that you have to charge for 3 hours EVERY 24 hours in order to use it 6 - 8 hours?? I don't recommend anyone buying this item! I have had nothing but trouble with battery life on this "monster". I received it as a Christmas present, charged the battery for at least 3 hours initially, then used it for an hour or so. When I tried to use it again the next day, the battery was so low the device would not boot up. Recharged it to 100% capacity, closed it down to sleep mode, tried to use it again after about 24 hours. The battery was again completely discharged. This has happened 3 times. Who wants a device that you have to charge for 3 hours EVERY 24 hours in order to use it 6 - 8 hours?? I don't recommend... » Read More I have had nothing but trouble with battery life on this "monster". I received it as a Christmas present, charged the battery for at least 3 hours initially, then used it for an hour or so. When I tried to use it again the next day, the battery was so low the device would not boot up. Recharged it to 100% capacity, closed it down to sleep mode, tried to use it again after about 24 hours. The battery was again completely discharged. This has happened 3 times. Who wants a device that you have to charge for 3 hours EVERY 24 hours in order to use it 6 - 8 hours?? I don't recommend anyone buying this item! « Show Less
850804
I think it depends how much you use it. I read the reviews saying that the battery doesn't last but I bought mine in September and other than charging it initially I've only charged it one other time. I don't use it every day but I do listen to it for a while in the car or when I go running. I just turn the hold on while I'm not listening to it. I know it tries to turn on in my purse throughout the day but I haven't had any problems with the battery wearing down.
1798158
I've been testing mine out recently - I run for about 2hours, 2hours 15 mins. It usually lasts 2 such days - so 4- 4 1/2 hours- which is quite disappointing. I have a feeling indoor battery life maybe slightly better. I was looking for the "rated" battery like myself. Would be nicer if it went a week without charge.
955560
I bought this battery about a month ago and followed the instructions. Unfortunately, I have the same problem. The battery dies within about an hour to an hour and a half, depending on what I'm doing. I expected the battery life to be much longer and am disappointed.
1197155
Sorry, haven't really noticed. My kids can go through a whole movie with some battery life left.
896855
Mine is near 3 years old. Battery life is certainly shortened now (probably 10-12 minutes run time) but zero complaints about its performance. Gets used a few minutes every few days. I have been guilty of leaving it on charge a few days over the years. Certainly been a good value so far. Will likely built my own battery for it when the run time is unusable.
787308
Mine takes a long time to come to a full charge. Several hours. So as a matter of course, I usually leave it plugged in and charging, until I want to take it somewhere untethered. It does provide a long play time (8-12 hrs). Although that time seems about the same, whether it's playing, or just in standby mode, switched off. Which is why I leave it plugged in/charging.
1890503
My son played around with it for a few months. Does not hold a charge very long. If I remember correctly, sometimes, he had to pop the battery out for a few minutes, then try re-charging again. Also, you have to be careful with the charger connector. It has to be oriented the right way.
2118018
One full charge last about 3-4 hours game time for me. The battery does drain really fast. If I charged fully, it only takes about 3 days to be out of power. However, the real problem for me is that the battery is unable to hold any charge at all, after 3 weeks. I only charged it like 8 times. I had to return the product. Right now, I really wonder whether or not it's just me or others have the very same problem.
115545
Well I didn't have very long.... because it stopped working within 8 days.... but when it did work the battery life was excellent..... sometimes with certain company's they resell used equipment.... u may need to exchange it.
1737129
I like the unit so much, I just bought some for my kids. But the battery is it's weakest point. It lasts maybe two hours. I plug mine into my computer or an AC charger when I am using it.
1241307
My advice is not to buy it at all. Several people (including me), are having battery problems after a month or two. After a month and a half, my battery lasts about 8 hours. I also have other issues.This product could not be the final release, it should be a beta.
347128
I've not let it get low yet I guess? I take it in once a week & fully charge it & have had no problems w battery life. It's awesome isn't it? &#128522;
499214
The battery life is great. I use it everyday while getting ready (30 min.) and even when I leave it on for the day I only have to charge it once a month. The light on the bottom turns a different color when it needs to be charged but I usually dont plug it in until its so dead it doesn't work and you can still use it while charging.
1811661
I really haven't tested the battery life per say.....but I have had it on for more than two hours with the battery still holding charge. Hope this helps.
690617
That battery was amazing. It lasted a lot longer than the stock battery did. I don't really k ow how long it took to charge because I usually just plugged it in as I went to bed at night.