Why the MK4 doesn’t have an integrated battery?
I really don’t get it.
Posted Jun 12, 2022, 5:39 PM UTC
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Increased costs, increase failure rate, decrease security by having the ability to open the device, baaaaaad idea all around. Stoked it doesn't have a battery.
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I'm glad it doesn't! just another thing to fail...
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Replacing a battery is very, very simple and cheap
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Connecting it to power is also very, very simple and cheap.
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C‘mon! Let’s try using it on the go and tell me if it’s more convenient with a cable, an adapter and a 9v battery hanging outside or…with an integrated battery inside!
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So use something else for OTG
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… batteries can leak when they age, and destroy the PCB and components. I think the idea is to avoid the chance of this.
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I think the cold card will last you far longer without a battery. I’m talking years and years of use
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Wow didn't know it didn't have a battery!
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Just a guess, but maybe because batteries are more likely to erode and could damage internal components?