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I don't use my Prism more than an hour a day and yet it needs recharging before the day is over. The strange thing is it seems to last well when emptied of data, add-on applications and springboard modules! Can anyone figure this one out?

The apps I'm using are:
GalaxDB.PRC
SwedishChars.PRC
AvantGo.PRC
MobileLink.PRC
libmal.PRC
Graffiti_ShortCuts_.PRC
LicenseMgr.PRC
Saved_Preferences.PRC
Zap!2016.PRC
HsPhotoAlbum.PRC
ActiveSky_Video.PRC
HackMaster.PRC
Galax.PRC
PocketChess.PRC

I have quite a bit of data in the apps, I only have 4MB available. I use the SoundsGood springboard module.

Thanks

I'm not sure about some of the apps you're running, but 1 hour is not normal. I just had mine off and on running over the Holiday Weekend (beginning Thursday) and I still had about 20% left on it this morning.

Just back it up, call Handspring. They'll probably have a replacement to you within a day or two and then you can send yours in and back up your files onto the new device.

b

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Your experience definitely isn't normal. Running my MiniJam MP3 module for over 2 hours continuously only used 1/4 of my Prism battery.

I am not sure if this is the same problem as the one "boenna" has, but just today I am using my Prism with OmniSky connected to it all day for about 5-10 minutes each occasion. When I got home at 8:00 PM, the battery is 62%. Is THIS normal?

I have been able to extend the battery life considerably by using a lower brightness setting. I mostly use Prism indoors which allows me to use a fairly low setting.

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Originally posted by boenna
I use the SoundsGood springboard module.

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I have found the SoundsGood springboard module to be the problem. It drains the battery even when not used. I've contacted Handspring & Good, I'll post their replies.

Good.com have given me a SoundsGood replacement unit that works fine with my Prism! I'm a happy visor user again.