Battery life Is anyone else having a problem with short battery life in this doll? Ours will not wake from sleep mode easily, it seems, unless we replace the batteries every two days. We have been turning her off when not in use, but still are having problems. Battery life Is anyone else having a problem with short battery life in this doll? Ours will not wake from sleep mode easily, it seems, unless we replace the batteries every two days. We have been... » Read More Battery life Is anyone else having a problem with short battery life in this doll? Ours will not wake from sleep mode easily, it seems, unless we replace the batteries every two days. We have been turning her off when not in use, but still are having problems. « Show Less
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I just replied to your other post. We have not had to change the batteries at all since Christmas day. And we just leave ours on all the time we have not turned it off at all. She usually responds as soon as she is moved even just a little. I would be concerned there is something wrong with yours. I had a toy several years ago that I had to change the batteries on all the time and I took it back and got a new one and rarely had to change the batteries with the new one so it could be a defect.
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Thanks a lot for your replies- I think I'll definitely call the company tomorrow and see if they'll send me another one.
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I was using the batteries that came with the candles. I have not tried to use other brands at this point because I feel they are expensive for what they are. The batteries that came with them last a few days depending on how much you use your candles and if you actually turn them OFF instead of using the remote. The batteries only last about a week if you leave the candle turned "on" and use the remote to turn them off and on (and that's with the candle "off" for most of the time). I love the candles - but if they are in an area where you can't get to them easily (which is why I wanted the remote) they're only worth it for something special (like Christmas company and using the candles for those 2 or 3 days) I was using the batteries that came with the candles. I have not tried to use other brands at this point because I feel they are expensive for what they are. The batteries that came with them last a few days depending on how much you use your candles and if you actually turn them OFF instead of using the remote. The batteries only last about a week if you leave the candle turned "on" and use the remote to turn them off and on (and that's with the candle "off" for most of the time). I love the candles - but if they are in an area where you can't get to them easily (which... » Read More I was using the batteries that came with the candles. I have not tried to use other brands at this point because I feel they are expensive for what they are. The batteries that came with them last a few days depending on how much you use your candles and if you actually turn them OFF instead of using the remote. The batteries only last about a week if you leave the candle turned "on" and use the remote to turn them off and on (and that's with the candle "off" for most of the time). I love the candles - but if they are in an area where you can't get to them easily (which is why I wanted the remote) they're only worth it for something special (like Christmas company and using the candles for those 2 or 3 days) « Show Less
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Haven't had that problem, but kept it fed and played with. There is a reset button where the batteries are inserted. BTW, I bought multiple Furbys for my grandchildren. Played with all of them and they just have their own personalities. One is super hyperactive. Even though it's personality changed to valley girl she was still still hyper. Guess it's like kids the luck of the draw.
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Ours has been in service for the last year and we decided to change the batteries this March when we turned the clocks ahead for daylight savings time, although there was nothing wrong with the batteries in the device. We do use a better brand of battery in the time though.
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I have the same issue. We just put batteries in the horse, but it doesn't do anything now. I thought maybe I need to replace the batteries in Barbie. We have been to busy to trouble shoot much.
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I bought mine for my kid brand new, once he jumped in the pool with his other one. Haven't had no problem with battery life. But you can take out the battery and buy another if needed. His battery lasts at least 3 days or more if not constantly on it. And I don't think they are making anymore probably just getting rid of what's left of them.
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It's been a while but I'm pretty sure it has different times but will shut off after a max time. And the others are right. My granddaughter loved it. Hers had a volume switch that cut out when trying to turn it down. I sent another and let them know. I don't if others have had the same problem. Doesn't it say how long it will play?
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Yes, unfortunately these models have a history of coming with with dead batteries. We had the same problem when we bought ours a year ago Oct 2012. We were told it was a temporary problem and would be fixed by 2013. Sounds like it didn't get fixed. Sigh...
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My first camera lasted for only 25 pictures on one charge. I charged the battery for two hours. I sent it back and got another one. This one lasted for about 60 pictures! I don't know if I should send this one back as well. I love the camera, but I think the charge should last for more than one day. Any one else with problems with battery life?
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we're currently using recharbeables in our sets. They seem to work well, I haven't had to replace yet (just been playing a couple of times). Actually, I did have to replace almost right away - it turns out two of the 6 were not fully charged. The gun would still tag/receive tags, but the special effects were all off and the voice/sound effects were V...E...R...Y.......S...L...O...W... but it was a good warning, and at least I could finish that game effectively. If that's what we have to look forward to, I'm pretty happy with how the tagger handles low battery.
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I've been using mine off and on for a couple of months now, daily as it is. And I haven't replaced the batteries yet, I think it takes triple a though! Just use it and see for yourself. I wouldn't use it for hours at a time, my main usage of it is minutes here and there!! Hope this helps ya!!!
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For me batteries last about 2 weeks (sucks them dry very quickly). This is the type of mouse you really need to turn off after using it, something I always forget to do. I don't think it has a sleep mode, the bluetrack light is always on, even after hours of being idle, this probably contributes to the short battery life. If it wasn't for the battery life, this mouse would be very good. For now, i'm stuck changing the batteries out constantly, give the logitech touch mouse a look!
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It sounds like you use the remote. Maybe a month. I always switch the candles off and I also pull the battery tray a little bit out of the remote. I got tired of buying batteries. It's a drag, but I love candles; I can't take the chance of a fire with real candles. Just my choice and I own around 20 candles, lol!
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I purchased mine 6 weeks ago and am now having the same issue. I am wondering if yours and mine are from a bad lot. I have emailed the seller directly (per Amazon's instructions for defective batteries) and am waiting to receive an answer. I will most likely email the address on the box it came in if I don't hear back from the seller very soon.
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It seems like the battery life should be good for days on end. I think the battery will only use life after setting the alarm off several times over a period of time. I check at least once a week.
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I just got the 16GB for Christmas. After reading all the battery posts, the first thing I did was charge it fully, then play it until the battery died. I got 20+ hours. I think a lot has to do with how often the screen is "lit". If you're constantly shuffling through, picking songs, adjusting volume etc. i think one would get less life than just playing it like I did (the screen was black most of the time since I wasn't adjusting anything). And of course, i would expect video or games to kill the battery even quicker. That would be a good test, play a video straight through and see the life. I don't have any videos loaded, so I can't really test that.
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I got one for my son in law for Christmas won't even turn on!! grrrrr How about that! I am having second thoughts on this one. Anyone else have this problem? And yes, I put batteries in it and I did try to hard start it etc etc..:(