O ther World Computing (OWC) and Newer Technology have announced new high capacity batteries for all Apple iBook G3 12-inch 500-900 Megahertz (MHz) "Dual USB" models and all Apple iBook G3 300-466MHz "Clamshell" models.
The companies are offering two batteries for each iBook line as follows:
- 2600mAh "Dual USB" with 9% more capacity than the original iBook battery - US$119.99
- 4800mAh "Dual USB" with 45% more capacity than the original iBook battery - $139.99
- 4400mAh "Clamshell" with 37.5% more capacity than the original iBook battery - $129.99
- 4800mAh "Clamshell" with 50% more capacity than the original iBook battery - $139.99
The batteries are built from Li-Ion cells, and are assembled in the US. You can find more information on the new batteries at OWCis Web site.