NYTimes: lithium prismatic batteries

PhotonBoy · Feb 6, 2004

http://www.nytimes.com/2004/02/05/technology/circuits/05batt.html

(reg'n req'd)

(Duracell)
"The CP1 lithium prismatic battery is a rectangular disposable battery less than a quarter-inch thick that will cost $8 to $12 when it is released in early March. The LP1, an alkaline prismatic battery that resembles a thick stick of chewing gum, will cost $5 a pair when it reaches stores this summer or early fall...."

Digital Photography review (CP1):

http://www.dpreview.com/news/0303/03030403duracellprismatic.asp

DURACELL® LP1 BATTERY FACT SHEET:

http://www.gillette.com/duracell/prismatics/lp1_factsheet.htm

SilverFox · Feb 6, 2004

Hello PhotonBoy,

"thick stick of chewing gum"

Now I need to find a chewing gum holder...

Tom

dark star · Feb 6, 2004

" The new batteries look like smaller, flattened versions of 1.5-volt AA's and 3-volt D's. "

3-volt D's ?? Where do I find them?