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[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] beestee:
So after quite a bit of searching I have come to the conclusion that not all "gold" batteries are created equal. Every time I found mention of the other gold battery, the impressions were always very poor. However, every time I found mention of ones from the same manufacturer as the one originally posted here, the initial reaction was that it is amazing...then the mood in the thread would dampen as many other "gold" battery users and non-experienced nay-sayers would bash the heck out of it until the thread died. This thread so far is the most insightful as regards this particular battery manufacturer, and I hope the tests continue to prove one way or the other.

As far as mobile batteries in general, performance seems to be relative with OEM almost always being the best all around with long-term endurance. (Some nice tests here)

In my searches, anker seemed to get the most satisfactory user response, so it is probably a safe bet as an alternative with good lifespan. Hopefully Seidio will produce batteries for our note as well as they were also well regarded.

I could only find one instance of a person stating that they had an aftermarket battery melt down in their device while charging, and even then they said that it did not harm their device. I have recently helped a friend flash a kernel and rom to his EVO4G to increase his battery life, the combination included tweaks to the charging profile...my point is that if/when catastrophic failure happens, it might not necessarily be the battery's fault.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] stevencyc:
... and manufactures spread the myths about none oem battery exploding/melting so they not losing profit to others.

We should call "Myths Busters" to investigate :D
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] jmpmjmpm:
Always gives me a chuckle when the imbacils roll in on these battery threads. The gold battery for the sensation was tested to last longer than stock. It looks like these batteries may be li-po explaining their larger capacities for same physical size. They are likely to be "seconds" probably not reaching their design capacity so are "binned". But if they last longer than stock, who cares.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] paris.gr:
Hi. Can you post the link from ebay just to be sure that I will order the same one?
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] beestee:
Just be sure it shows the same insignia as the one from the OP:

The other gold battery is usually claimed to be made in japan (despite it saying china under the label typically) and has something similar to this on it:

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[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] stevencyc:
And this one too :)
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] h11g:
Does this battery takes long to charge up from 0 to 100%? Or same time as stock?
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] numbnutsuk:
Charging.

Battery charges fast from 0 till 40. It slows then to 60 then it does seem to hang around 60% ish for a while before it's speeds up to the 90s. Charging has taken about 4 hours on average over the3 cycles I have done.

Sent from a noob on a new note
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] numbnutsuk:
Hi everyone, 3rd cycle results in!

You will notice about half way through the test the battery peak and trough. this is due to me being asked to post photos if the weights of the 2 batteries (1 page back). I had to remove the extended battery and replace it with the stock so I could take the photo and weigh the extended battery. There was no problem with the battery or phone and no malfunction or freeze or re boot ok . Everything is working A1. (so far)

Sent from a noob on a new note
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] ssss69:
Could you post please where have you bought it?
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] jimbob456:
I've just ordered this one which i believe is the same one http://item.mobileweb.ebay.co.uk/viewitem?itemId=290677438392&index=1&nav=SEARCH&nid=19299356509

This battery looks great from the screenshots
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] numbnutsuk:
My local independent phone/repair shop. I was chatting to him when I bought my note phone case about battery life in a phone with a screen so big. He believed he'd seen an extended battery of standard size that was for the note. Although he wasn't sure he said they were about a tenner. I left him some money and my address and he said he'd get one sent to me.

About 3 weeks later a small plain UN branded packet arrived with the customs sticker from China with nothing but a battery not even any protective cover.

So would expect as long as battery has the same "" type logo and it's 3250mAh and from China I would expect it to be the same??

Sent I from a noob on a new note
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] elwayuu1981:
Why don't you try another app like "Battery Monitor Widget" and set battery capacity to 3250 mAh. After using the phone with both batteries, I suppose (I have never tried this) the battery health estimation for the 2500 mAh should be anything less than good, while the 3250 mAh battery health should be "good".

Does anyone know how to measure cumulated mAh drained from battery since boot? not instant mAh as some apps do.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] rlaw:
Or he could buy a battery analyzer for 10$ and measure if the mAh is accurate. Best option.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] jeremy.chan:
or just pop over to an electronics shop to get that done for him, probably a couple dollars at most for the 'favor', don't need to buy an analyzer just for the sake of doing one test

i am extremely interested in this too, but am afraid of getting the wrong battery, like others here have stated
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] THFourteen:
I'm fairly positive its this battery.

Screw it, i've just ordered one. If it turns out to be a dud then its only £10 wasted (and hopefully no melting to my phone). In fact i may buy a wall charger to be safe for the first 10-20 charges.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/3250MAH-G...392?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item43adb9b7b8
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] Rambo87:
Anyone has any idea how to buy this from outside Europe?
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] AdzUK:
Let me know how you find this battery please mate, I am thinking about ordering it too. :)
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] animal1974:
After some reading I just bought one of this batteries.

I always carry an extra one (original Samsung) as most of the time I draw on the Note so my phone eats the juice of the original one in less than 5h (no wifi, no bt but brightness to full). In the end is just a £10 lost... is worth the risk.

I will post my experience once I receive this one. :)
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] THFourteen:
it's only £10 if it doesn't melt your phone :)

i'll post back some feedback too, ebay site said 4-6 days for delivery, and its easter so probably wont get it till Friday.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] magickiller9:
How does this compare to the anker battery????
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] tefots:
hi.

which app are you using to see the battery mah capacity ?.

http://xdaforums.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=979133&d=1333398980

thanks.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] gibson7:
anyone manage to find out its true ratings?

either from an meter or app?
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] LemonPowerForce:
Mine just arrived. What battery measuring apps do people trust?
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] E90 Commie:
I am using Battery Monitor Widget Pro together with System Tuner Pro. They are very good for checking the battery.

Since I found this thread, I have become very interested in this battery and I'm considering an order but some more impressions would be nice.

It seems to be the optimum solution - better battery life without adding bulk to the device and hence keeping the compatibility with my SGP wallet case.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] paris.gr:
I also ordered this battery. Lets hope it will deliver as promised. If not I will most probably return it.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] GallardosEggrollShop:
Yeah ordered on eBay for 14$ shipped we'll see how it works out when it gets here lol crossing my fingers and hoping for the best.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] Bond@007:
It's a dream for the prize and power ... i'm waiting a few days for to read your return of use and if it's good, i buy it.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] sega_lou:
does it fit in original back lid?
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] jeremy.chan:
yes it does, as stated in OP's postings
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] xinato91:
Review?

I have seen in the E bay that already 166 have been sold,

Can any one do a proper review, especially against the original?

Just if you need some advice on how to do it faster, use a internet browser and see some videos, that should put the phone to the max, and enable sync and background data.

I Really Like if this test was against the stock one.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] afridiim:
Hi guys,

Found this thread interesting as iam using the same battery but with 3030mAh. So i thought i ll share my experience with you guys.

Iam a very heavy user of Galaxy note as most of the time connected with sales team through my Note. Earlier i use to carry 2 of stock 2500mAh batteries & i always had to use 50% of the 2nd battery in order to get back home connected.

But since started using this new 3030mAh battery i get back home connected & still 5-6% of battery is remaining. (3G is ON most of the time)

Note:- Using 3030mAh battery & Not 3250mAh
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] panyan:
+1
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] Sobakel:
Waiting to hear from people,

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=160773578553#ht_4720wt_786 this the one to order if its a good battery?
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] panyan:
looks like the op's so you can only try :)
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] Dnc95:
I gave it a shot
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] LOADSABEER:
Taken a punt :-)
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] GallardosEggrollShop:
Yup that's the exact one I ordered running the stock battery through it's paces noe so I can compare it to the one I just ordered. For 14$ I don't mind taking the risk :rolleyes:
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] crime_of_heart:
the real capacity is claimed to be 2450 mAh by one of the ebay feedbacks.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] paris.gr:
Where did you find the feedback on this battery in Ebay?
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] jimbob456:
Mine has just arrived so I'm now doing a full charge and will report some statistics probably tomorrow.

Below are a couple of photos showing the weight of the new battery vs the stock, as you can see the new battery weighs slightly less so not looking good so far.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] jimbob456:
Pic failed
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] magickiller9:
So many URL :x. Which is the correct URL?
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] pepeto2001:
If the weight is less than originial, it clearly indicates that it's a fake!, There was a post by @numbnutsuk with both batteries indicating the 3250mah one was clearly heavier than stock one...

It would be great if @numbnutsuk could write here where to buy that 3250mah one...
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] kaos_king:
Thats what I want and then I wont hesitate to buy
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] SurfHenk:
He did write in one of his posts in this very thread that he bought it in a local shop. So up until now it is unclear whether his battery is the same as the ones you find on ebay or other internet sources.

In fact the battery of numbnutsuk weighs more than the original Samsung battery, while the (to the eye identical, but bought on ebay) 3250mAh battery of another user in this thread weighs less.

So right now a lot is still unclear regarding this "magic golden battery" for our beloved Note:

- no reliable online source is known yet

- the real mAh capacity of these batteries has not been measured yet

- maybe more than one version is floating around

Which is why I am still on the fence ;)
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] panyan:
i think this iis a null point as two different people wth teo different weighing scales will give diifferent results for the same object
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] CyberGhos:
However the test was done, I can't believe it will be better than stock batteries. Think about it. The knockoff manufactures don't have better technology than legit companies such as Samsung. How could they stuff that much capacity in that size while Samsung can't? The capacity label is absolutely not true (just a blown up number). If it turn out to be better than your stock battery, your stock may be fake or used. Not trying to offense anybody but just my 2 cents.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] Sobakel:
Don't think thats a valid point, because if Samsung was only going for the best they'd equip the Note with a quadcore instead of dualcore. It's price/quality balance Samsung requires. They can make better batteries, but it would cost more making an expensive phone more expensive
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] jimbob456:
first charge, half way statistics

Battery 50%

Screen usage 42%

Screen on time 2h 53m 21s

For some reason it won't allow me to upload the screen shots.

If it Carries on this way then it will perform better than my stock battery but not ass much as i was hoping for
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] Sobakel:
Which one did you order? and 3 hour screen time at 50% is relatively better.. most stock batteries are 10-20% after 3 hours usage time judging by other pictures
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] psun786:
I would agree with you 100% couple years ago. But this isn't true anymore. It is not uncommon that third party offers more capacity than OEM battery. I have been using those 1800mah (OEM 1500mah) cheap Chinese made battery in my EP-3 for over six months now and swore they last longer than stock.

I think third party manufactures is able to stuff more juice at the cost of the safety standard (thinner wall maybe?). Where big names won't risk to get fined or sued for few more minutes of running time. Of course, it doesn't mean those non-stock battery will explode or catch on fire for sure. For example, if a light bulb socket is rated for up to 100w bulb, big names will probably fit it with 75w bulb just to be safe where third party manfacture is willing to go for 100w.

Also, most of those cellphone OEM L-ion battery are made in China by contracted manfactures since they are highly toxic. So, I guess there is no technology barrier regarding how they are made.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] jimbob456:
This one

http://item.mobileweb.ebay.co.uk/viewitem?itemId=290677438392&index=1&nav=SEARCH&nid=19299356509
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] jimbob456:
It would be good to get some comparison stats at 50%.

I've been using the phone mainly for draw something (which is a bit of a battery hogger), xda app, browsing and a few texts.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] Kartoff:
Unfortunately price these batteries are climbing up :( From 9,7 pounds, before 3-4 days, to 14,7 pounds now... So pitty :mad:

Reference : Click on "Sold" number...
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] jimbob456:
Going to bed and charging now but I'm down to 17% with 5hrs screen on time, I'll try to upload the screen shots tomorrow, wrong file extension or something
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] panyan:
In a samsung battery there will be overcurrent protectiion circuits, electrical shiielding, temp monitoring circuits, etc etc

In the chiinese ones, there wont be any of that, it will just be a battery - so in the same size they can fit more capacity as they dont need to add the extra safety stuff
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] kUdtiHaEX:
Just for the record, all our stock batteries are also made in China or Malaysia :) Diffrence between one with Samsung logo and the one without it is in QC. Everything is made in China these days so don't fool yourself with "I don't buy aftermarket stuff".

If some of you has a decent voltmeter, please charge the battery to full and then try to get exact measure of it's capacity.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] stevencyc:
Samsung won't give you more battery even though they could because that would means cutting into their profits and their corporate beans counter will not be happy :rolleyes:
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] jusutus:
If you buy a battery that is claimed to be 3000mAh and costs 15 bucks, you are being screwed. Badly.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] GallardosEggrollShop:
not really 15 bux isn't that bad as supposed to 30-40-50-etc. I'd rather try it out and at the end of the day if it doesn't claim to be the battery it is I still have a spare. It's a win win situation.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] Sobakel:
What are you basing this on? If you're being out on "cheap Chinese after market" idea, your wrong. Badly.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] THFourteen:
Well I did my calculations and even after being badly screwed for my 15 bucks, I should be able to eat this week although I probably can't afford breakfast.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] CyberGhos:
If this is the case, we should not be buying chinese knockoff battery. It may blow up on our ears and people blame Samsung for it.

---------- Post added at 03:37 PM ---------- Previous post was at 03:35 PM ----------

It doesnt matter where it made. How it made is what matters. We are talking about chinese knock off batteries. Also for your record, chinese has no technology, they are paid to do what other want to to do, and technology they are using is copied.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] RudiRulez:
Actually I believe you're wrong, http://batteryboss.org/ , out of all the aftermarket batteries tested not a single one came close to its claimed capacity, quite a few were even less than the standard battery although claiming to be higher.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] panyan:
ignore
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] tefots:
Next battery charger cicles should`ll be better.

Enviado desde mi GT-N7000 usando Tapatalk
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] beestee:
You might check out that $ per Amp hour column in the chart you provided before displaying the information as proof that those who buy aftermarket batteries are being screwed badly.

In fact, only one battery out of all of the OEM's tested met it's claimed capacity at 100%.

Also, it is known that inferior batteries are made to look OEM and are sold at OEM prices, so there is a gamble there as well.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] Hendrickson:
Ok I just got mine, from this ebay seller: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/290677438392?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

I have weighed both batteries (stock and gold) and the are the same 49g ea. So far the battery seems like the stock battery. This seller must be selling a different one? Its not bigger or heavier. I didn't have to remove a label so it fits.

Will update soon my thoughts and tests.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] RudiRulez:
Yes but the OEM's were the only ones to come even within 90% of there stated capacity, the only way to know you're buying a decent battery is to buy OEM, Im happy to bet money that the 3250mah everyone is raving about in this thread has a lower capacity than that of the standard OEM.

If this battery was advertised as a true to size 2500mah stock replacement i'd say it's worth it for the price, but as an upgraded 3250mah high capacity with no proof of capacity my judgement says RIP OFF, DO NOT BUY!

As an electronic engineer all I'm going to say is.....you get what you pay for!
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] afridiim:
Last time i wrote about my experience with the extended battery 3030mAh. Iam uploading the Battery usage pic as well. Today it was amazing (15.xx Hours)
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] beestee:
I guess we just have different ways of looking at this product. I view a rip-off a little differently than you.

If this product did not function as a battery AND if this product were the same cost as OEM or more, then I would agree that it is a rip off. It costs about 20% less than what you would pay for an OEM replacement from a reputable source. Logic tells me that as long as it functions within 20% of OEM, I still got my money's worth, and therefore was not ripped off.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] gibson7:
my stock battery last between 15-18hrs actually.

if sleeping mostly...it could last 1 day +
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] mfractal:
Ordered one of those myself from ebay. Will report back once it arrives.

BTW : this is the one I ordered :

http://www.ebay.com/itm/3250mAh-HIG...sung-Galaxy-Note-GT-N7000-i9220-/150794916378
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] xinato91:
Really appreciate

Thanks a lot i hope those 3250mAh are real.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] LemonPowerForce:
performance is above stock, but can't judge by exactly how much. haven't had the time to run a video running test, don't have access to any measuring tools.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] stevencyc:
The proof is in the pudding unless you want to challenge the OP :cool:
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] rlaw:
Logic would dictate that a 2500 mAh advertised at its true capacity would be cheaper than a 2500 mAh advertised at a higher capacity.

Spin it if you like but it's outright falsehood and still a rip-off.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] rlaw:
Also, can someone please just get access to a meter and measure the capacity for everyone's sakes.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] beestee:
LOL

Edit...

I have a solution to make this battery no longer a rip-off:

1 - Peel off label

2 - Enjoy

OR, the manufacturer could just put this label on their battery:

:p
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] krazman325:
Sweet price, mfractal! Way to go! I guess you will be screwed. But not badly!!!

Mine shipped yesterday. Should get it late next week. If it doesn't work, I'll invoke the Paypal Buyer Protection and get a refund. If it works as well as my original battery, I'll be happy. If it works better than my stock battery, I'll be giddy! I paid $13.69 + $1 charitable gift and that includes shipping.

You nay-sayers have wasted more than that in time arguing about someone wasting their money or not. If you don't want one, don't buy one. Quit hijacking this thread. Get some facts here.

kraz
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] rlaw:
No one's hijacking any thread and the "naysayers" seem to be the only ones trying to ascertain the facts. Someone with a battery, get access to a meter and test it. Now that would be getting some facts here.

And the sentiment many have expressed is "I'm interested in it if it actually is 3250 mAh."

Easy.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] BrokenPixel:
I wasted my 13 dollars!!!! I got one and really don't care what anyone wants me to do with ma monnay so you save yours for when you are old and need some diapers, I will enjoy my 13 dollar battery now.

thanks for sharing OP.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] pjm77:
It most likely isn't, as vast majority of batteries don't live up to their claimed capacity, including many OEM batteries. But I confirm that it lasts noticeably longer than stock, and as far as I recall - every single person that bought this battery and posted in this thread confirmed that.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] mongolito:
It has exactly same size than original?

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[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] THFourteen:
well i have been getting 4-5 hours screen on time since i have my phone, i charge it at the same time every day, during the night.

as soon as i get my chinese waste of money rip off battery, i will follow the same charge and useage cycle, and will post back any improvement in screen on time. I'm not massively interested in how long it lasts during the day/when idle etc because i usually plug it in at around 10-25% left so its hard to ascertain.

also i will be collecting donations as now that i have been ripped off to the tune of £10, i can no longer afford my mortgage payments and my family is going to be on the street. Is anyone also able to look after my puppy
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] magickiller9:
Anyone able to give me a url that can ship to Asia? =x.