FastMac releases external charger for Mac notebook batteries
FastMac announced a new line of Mac notebook chargers today. FastMac found a work around for Apple not licensing the MagSafe chargers. TruePower U-Charge allows you to charge your notebook's batteries externally. Note that this does not power the Mac, it only charges batteries.This charger will charge iBook G3/G4 12", PowerBook, MacBook, and MacBook Pro batteries without skipping a beat. FastMac also has plans for a 14.4V charger that would charge batteries for the clamshell iBook, iBook G4 14", and Ti PowerBook 15".
The TruePower U-Charge comes in 2 different colors (black and white) to match your machine better. The prices for these chargers start at $69.95. You can purchase the U-Charge on the FastMac website.
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This could potentially be a good product in area where are few power outlets, but most places do have a place for that though.
If you need laptop batteries I recommend
http://www.batterytex.com
This looks like a great product for which there is no demand, especially at their price point.
they're going to have to undercut by more than $9.05
May 16 2008 at 5:56 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyYeah, but this is actually a useful idea, as you could charge a spare battery while either using or charging one inside your MacBook. I'd consider it if I ever had a need for an extra battery, but, in my university environment, I'm usually near enough a power outlet within a four-hour span.
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