Guides/Batteries - Revision history

Wurmatron: Added capacity diff summary & notes

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 '''Note:''' There has been reports of 3DS's reporting wrong battery percentages, this issue is currently being looked into. The reasoning is due to how Nintendo designed the MCU using hardcoded tables, that a given battery can "select" however the curves are currently not understood, but in the future it may be be possible to fix this, with a battery mod, to better match the chemistry of modern batteries.
-Note: For "New" 3DS (non-xl) the Cameron Sino battery is 200mah smaller than OEM, If you have access to a 3D Printer its possible to use an CTR-003 battery (1300mah). Using this method you gain 100mah over the sino designed one (still 100mah smaller). Download the [https://www.printables.com/model/1469301-3ds-battery-adaptor-ctr-to-ktr-adaptor model here]
+The following system batteries made by Sino have different capacity then OEM:
 ===Game Boy Systems===

Wurmatron: Added "new" 3ds battery capacity mod

2025-11-15T01:11:50Z

Added "new" 3ds battery capacity mod

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	'''Note:''' There has been reports of 3DS's reporting wrong battery percentages, this issue is currently being looked into. The reasoning is due to how Nintendo designed the MCU using hardcoded tables, that a given battery can "select" however the curves are currently not understood, but in the future it may be be possible to fix this, with a battery mod, to better match the chemistry of modern batteries.		'''Note:''' There has been reports of 3DS's reporting wrong battery percentages, this issue is currently being looked into. The reasoning is due to how Nintendo designed the MCU using hardcoded tables, that a given battery can "select" however the curves are currently not understood, but in the future it may be be possible to fix this, with a battery mod, to better match the chemistry of modern batteries.

			Note: For "New" 3DS (non-xl) the Cameron Sino battery is 200mah smaller than OEM, If you have access to a 3D Printer its possible to use an CTR-003 battery (1300mah). Using this method you gain 100mah over the sino designed one (still 100mah smaller). Download the [https://www.printables.com/model/1469301-3ds-battery-adaptor-ctr-to-ktr-adaptor model here]

	===Game Boy Systems===		===Game Boy Systems===

Wurmatron: Updated to modern understanding of info

2025-08-02T22:20:54Z

Updated to modern understanding of info

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	==Is It Time to Replace Your Battery? ==		==Is It Time to Replace Your Battery?==
	Is your handheld’s battery life drastically reduced, or is the battery swollen and puffed up? If so, it may be time to replace it. Swollen batteries must be replaced immediately and disposed of safely, as they pose a significant safety hazard and may explode.		Is your handheld’s battery life drastically reduced, or is the battery swollen and puffed up? If so, it may be time to replace it. Swollen batteries must be replaced immediately and disposed of safely, as they pose a significant safety hazard and may explode.

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	If your battery fails any of these checks, stop using the device immediately. Follow [https://www.ifixit.com/Wiki/What_to_do_with_a_swollen_battery iFixit's guide on safe battery disposal] for proper disposal instructions.		If your battery fails any of these checks, stop using the device immediately. Follow [https://www.ifixit.com/Wiki/What_to_do_with_a_swollen_battery iFixit's guide on safe battery disposal] for proper disposal instructions.

	==Jumpstarting a Non-Responsive Battery ==		==Jumpstarting a Non-Responsive Battery==
	If your device’s charging LED flashes or turns off after a few seconds, the battery may be recoverable through a jumpstart. Note that this method is meant to be performed on DS/2DS/3DS/GBA-SP/GBA-M batteries:		If your device’s charging LED flashes or turns off after a few seconds, the battery may be recoverable through a jumpstart. Note that this method is meant to be performed on DS/2DS/3DS/GBA-SP/GBA-M batteries:

	# Plug in your charger to the device.		#Plug in your charger to the device.
	# Partially unplug the charger until you find the position where the orange charging LED briefly lights up. Practice finding this spot a few times to ensure consistency.		#Partially unplug the charger until you find the position where the orange charging LED briefly lights up. Practice finding this spot a few times to ensure consistency.
	# Rapidly plug and unplug the charger the moment the orange LED goes out. Timing is critical; reinsert the charger immediately to keep the orange LED active.		#Rapidly plug and unplug the charger the moment the orange LED goes out. Timing is critical; reinsert the charger immediately to keep the orange LED active.
	# If the orange LED stays on, leave the device to charge fully. Check back after 5–10 minutes to ensure it is still charging.		#If the orange LED stays on, leave the device to charge fully. Check back after 5–10 minutes to ensure it is still charging.

	'''Important Notes:'''		'''Important Notes:'''
	* If this method does not work after 10–20 attempts, the battery is likely no longer functional and will need to be replaced.		*If this method does not work after 10–20 attempts, the battery is likely no longer functional and will need to be replaced.
	* If the LED turns off again during charging, you can attempt the process one more time. However, if the issue persists, replacing the battery is strongly recommended.		*If the LED turns off again during charging, you can attempt the process one more time. However, if the issue persists, replacing the battery is strongly recommended.

	==Battery Playtime Testing==		==Battery Playtime Testing==
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	\|-		\|-
	! System !! Battery !! Playtime !! Notes		!System!!Battery!!Playtime!!Notes
	\|-		\|-
	\| Advance IPS \|\| FunnyPlaying \|\| 6h 35m \|\| EZFlash		\|Advance IPS\|\|FunnyPlaying\|\|6h 35m\|\|EZFlash
	\|-		\|-
	\| Advance SP 001 \|\| MaxPlay \|\| TBD \|\| Stock		\|Advance SP 001\|\|MaxPlay\|\|TBD\|\|Stock
	\|-		\|-
	\| Advance SP 101 \|\| MaxPlay \|\| 11h 45m \|\| Stock		\|Advance SP 101\|\|MaxPlay\|\|11h 45m\|\|Stock
	\|-		\|-
	\| Advance SP IPS \|\| MaxPlay \|\| 4h 10m \|\| EZ Flash		\|Advance SP IPS\|\|MaxPlay\|\|4h 10m\|\|EZ Flash
	\|-		\|-
	\| DS (Fat) \|\| Stock \|\| 5h 0m \|\|		\|DS (Fat)\|\|Stock\|\|5h 0m\|\|
	\|-		\|-
	\| DS Lite \|\| Sino \|\| 4h 35m \|\|		\|DS Lite\|\|Sino\|\|4h 35m\|\|
	\|-		\|-
	\| DS Lite \|\| Stock \|\| 4h 5m \|\|		\|DS Lite\|\|Stock\|\|4h 5m\|\|
	\|-		\|-
	\| DSI \|\| Stock \|\| 5h 10m \|\|		\|DSI\|\|Stock\|\|5h 10m\|\|
	\|-		\|-
	\| DSI XL \|\| Stock \|\| 2h \|\| Worn?		\|DSI XL\|\|Stock\|\|2h\|\|Worn?
	\|-		\|-
	\| 3DS \|\| Stock \|\| TBD \|\|		\|3DS\|\|Stock\|\|TBD\|\|
	\|-		\|-
	\| 3DS \|\| Sino\|\| TBD \|\|		\|3DS\|\|Sino\|\|TBD\|\|
	\|-		\|-
	\| 3DS XL \|\| Stock \|\| TBD \|\|		\|3DS XL\|\|Stock\|\|TBD\|\|
	\|-		\|-
	\| 3DS XL \|\| Sino \|\| TBD \|\|		\|3DS XL\|\|Sino\|\|TBD\|\|
	\|-		\|-
	\| 2DS \|\| Stock \|\| TBD \|\|		\|2DS\|\|Stock\|\|TBD\|\|
	\|-		\|-
	\| 2DS \|\| Sino\|\| TBD \|\|		\|2DS\|\|Sino\|\|TBD\|\|
	\|-		\|-
	\| New 3DS \|\| Stock \|\| TBD \|\|		\|New 3DS\|\|Stock\|\|TBD\|\|
	\|-		\|-
	\| New 3DS \|\| Sino \|\| 3h 15m \|\|		\|New 3DS\|\|Sino\|\|3h 15m\|\|
	\|-		\|-
	\| New 3DS XL \|\| Stock \|\| TBD \|\|		\|New 3DS XL\|\|Stock\|\|TBD\|\|
	\|-		\|-
	\| New 3DS XL \|\| Sino\|\| TBD \|\|		\|New 3DS XL\|\|Sino\|\|TBD\|\|
	\|-		\|-
	\| PSP 1000 IPS \|\| Sino \|\| 3h 22m \|\|		\|PSP 1000 IPS\|\|Sino\|\|3h 22m\|\|
	\|-		\|-
	\| PSP 3000 (Extended) \|\| Sino \|\| 3h 55m \|\|		\|PSP 3000 (Extended)\|\|Sino\|\|3h 55m\|\|
	\|-		\|-
	\| PSP GO \|\| Sino \|\| 2h 45m \|\|		\|PSP GO\|\|Sino\|\|2h 45m\|\|
	\|}		\|}

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	Cameron Sino batteries are recommended where possible. These batteries are available on eBay; avoid AliExpress, or low-rated eBay sellers to minimize the risk of counterfeit or low-quality products. Verify authenticity through [https://cameronsino.com/product-verification.html Cameron Sino’s Product Verification page].		Cameron Sino batteries are recommended where possible. These batteries are available on eBay; avoid AliExpress, or low-rated eBay sellers to minimize the risk of counterfeit or low-quality products. Verify authenticity through [https://cameronsino.com/product-verification.html Cameron Sino’s Product Verification page].

	'''Note:''' There has been reports of 3DS's reporting wrong battery percentages, this issue is currently being looked into.		'''Note:''' There has been reports of 3DS's reporting wrong battery percentages, this issue is currently being looked into. The reasoning is due to how Nintendo designed the MCU using hardcoded tables, that a given battery can "select" however the curves are currently not understood, but in the future it may be be possible to fix this, with a battery mod, to better match the chemistry of modern batteries.
	It is ~~speculated that the reason behind these wrong percentages might be~~ due to the ~~3DS~~ MCU using hardcoded ~~percentage levels and Cameron Sino using~~ a ~~different type~~ of ~~cell versus the OEM Nintendo~~ batteries.

	===Game Boy Systems===		===Game Boy Systems===
	[https://funnyplaying.com Funnyplaying batteries] are known for their high reliability and quality. Cameron Sino and Makho batteries works as well.		[https://funnyplaying.com Funnyplaying batteries] are known for their high reliability and quality. Cameron Sino and Makho batteries works as well.

			Note: The FunnyPlaying batteries are Lithium Polymer, while the Sino ones are Lithium Ion, meaning that the Sino ones are likely to last considerably longer, though they do cost more.



	'''Note:''' iFixIt batteries are another option, but have been reported to sometimes underperform in capacity or longevity, and in some cases, malfunction.		'''Note:''' iFixIt batteries are another option, but have been reported to sometimes underperform in capacity or longevity, and in some cases, malfunction.

Wurmatron at 21:58, 15 May 2025

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 '''Battery Testing Tools:'''
 *Battery Test for Gameboy Advance
-*Battery Lifetimer for Nintendo DS
+*[https://www.gamebrew.org/wiki/DS_Battery_Life_Timer Battery Lifetimer] for Nintendo DS / 3DS
 *[https://the-sauna.icu/BatterySteve/ BatterySteve for PSP]
-'''Expected Playtimes (Approximate Sino Playtime):'''
+'''Expected Playtimes (Approximate Battery Playtime):'''
-*TBD
 ==Recommended Replacement Batteries==

Wurmatron: Added PSP Battery mark

2025-05-03T16:11:09Z

Added PSP Battery mark

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	*Battery Test for Gameboy Advance		*Battery Test for Gameboy Advance
	*Battery Lifetimer for Nintendo DS		*Battery Lifetimer for Nintendo DS
			*[https://the-sauna.icu/BatterySteve/ BatterySteve for PSP]

	'''Expected Playtimes (Approximate Sino Playtime):'''		'''Expected Playtimes (Approximate Sino Playtime):'''
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	For reliable and safe battery replacements, consider the following:		For reliable and safe battery replacements, consider the following:

	===DS/2DS/3DS/Switch Systems===		===DS/2DS/3DS/PSP/Vita/Switch Systems/===
	Cameron Sino batteries are recommended where possible. These batteries are available on eBay; avoid AliExpress, or low-rated eBay sellers to minimize the risk of counterfeit or low-quality products. Verify authenticity through [https://cameronsino.com/product-verification.html Cameron Sino’s Product Verification page].		Cameron Sino batteries are recommended where possible. These batteries are available on eBay; avoid AliExpress, or low-rated eBay sellers to minimize the risk of counterfeit or low-quality products. Verify authenticity through [https://cameronsino.com/product-verification.html Cameron Sino’s Product Verification page].

0: /* Recommended Replacement Batteries */

2025-04-12T17:09:33Z

Recommended Replacement Batteries

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	==Recommended Replacement Batteries==		==Recommended Replacement Batteries==
	For reliable and safe replacements, consider the following:		For reliable and safe battery replacements, consider the following:

	*'''DS/2DS/3DS/Switch Systems~~:'''~~ Cameron Sino batteries. ~~Available~~ on eBay; avoid AliExpress, or low-rated sellers to minimize the risk of counterfeit or low-quality products. Verify authenticity through [https://cameronsino.com/product-verification.html Cameron Sino’s Product Verification page].		===DS/2DS/3DS/Switch Systems===
	**Please Note: There has been reports of 3DS's reporting wrong %'s, it is being looked into. It seems to be due to MCU being hardcoded and Sino using a different type of cell vs the OEM Nintendo one.		Cameron Sino batteries are recommended where possible. These batteries are available on eBay; avoid AliExpress, or low-rated eBay sellers to minimize the risk of counterfeit or low-quality products. Verify authenticity through [https://cameronsino.com/product-verification.html Cameron Sino’s Product Verification page].
	*'''Game Boy Systems:''' [https://funnyplaying.com Funnyplaying batteries] are known for their high reliability and quality. Sino, or Makho also works here.

	'''Note:''' ~~iFixit batteries are another option but have~~ been ~~reported~~ to ~~sometimes underperform in capacity or longevity,~~ and ~~in some cases, malfunction~~.		'''Note:''' There has been reports of 3DS's reporting wrong battery percentages, this issue is currently being looked into.
			It is speculated that the reason behind these wrong percentages might be due to the 3DS MCU using hardcoded percentage levels and Cameron Sino using a different type of cell versus the OEM Nintendo batteries.

	'''Note:''' There's been some reports of being able to get ~~New~~ OEM Batteries from Nintendo by contacting support, but it seems to limited ~~supply~~ and only available in certain regions.		===Game Boy Systems===
			[https://funnyplaying.com Funnyplaying batteries] are known for their high reliability and quality. Cameron Sino and Makho batteries works as well.

			'''Note:''' iFixIt batteries are another option, but have been reported to sometimes underperform in capacity or longevity, and in some cases, malfunction.

			'''Note:''' There's been some reports of users being able to get new OEM Batteries from Nintendo by contacting their support, but their supply seems limited and replacements are only available in certain regions.

	Always purchase from reputable sellers and dispose of your old battery safely!		Always purchase from reputable sellers and dispose of your old battery safely!

Wurmatron: /* Recommended Replacement Batteries */

2025-04-12T17:00:22Z

Recommended Replacement Batteries

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	*'''DS/2DS/3DS/Switch Systems:''' Cameron Sino batteries. Available on eBay; avoid AliExpress, or low-rated sellers to minimize the risk of counterfeit or low-quality products. Verify authenticity through [https://cameronsino.com/product-verification.html Cameron Sino’s Product Verification page].		*'''DS/2DS/3DS/Switch Systems:''' Cameron Sino batteries. Available on eBay; avoid AliExpress, or low-rated sellers to minimize the risk of counterfeit or low-quality products. Verify authenticity through [https://cameronsino.com/product-verification.html Cameron Sino’s Product Verification page].
	**Please Note: There has been reports of 3DS's reporting wrong %'s, it is being looked into. It seems to be due to MCU being hardcoded and Sino using a different type of cell vs the OEM Nintendo one.		**Please Note: There has been reports of 3DS's reporting wrong %'s, it is being looked into. It seems to be due to MCU being hardcoded and Sino using a different type of cell vs the OEM Nintendo one.
	*'''Game Boy Systems:''' [https://funnyplaying.com Funnyplaying batteries] are known for their high reliability and quality.		*'''Game Boy Systems:''' [https://funnyplaying.com Funnyplaying batteries] are known for their high reliability and quality. Sino, or Makho also works here.

	'''Note:''' iFixit batteries are another option but have been reported to sometimes underperform in capacity or longevity, and in some cases, malfunction.		'''Note:''' iFixit batteries are another option but have been reported to sometimes underperform in capacity or longevity, and in some cases, malfunction.

Wurmatron at 16:58, 12 April 2025

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	'''Battery Testing Tools:'''		'''Battery Testing Tools:'''
	*[https://github.com/Core-2-Extreme/Battery_mark_for_3DS/releases/tag/v2.1.0 Battery Mark for 3DS]		*[https://github.com/Core-2-Extreme/Battery_mark_for_3DS/releases/tag/v2.1.0 Battery Mark for 3DS] (Please note, this does not correctly measure Sino Batteries)
			*Battery Test for Gameboy Advance
			*Battery Lifetimer for Nintendo DS

	'''Expected Playtimes (Approximate Sino Playtime):'''		'''Expected Playtimes (Approximate Sino Playtime):'''
	*~~'''3DS''': ~2h 34m 35s~~		*TBD
	*'''New 3DS''': ~2h 28m 18s
	*'''New 3DS XL''': ~2h 30m 57s
	*Other models (3DS XL, 2DS, Switch, DS): Playtime data TBD.

	==Recommended Replacement Batteries==		==Recommended Replacement Batteries==
	For reliable and safe replacements, consider the following:		For reliable and safe replacements, consider the following:

	*'''DS/2DS/3DS/Switch Systems:''' Cameron Sino batteries. Available on eBay; avoid AliExpress~~, Amazon~~, or low-rated sellers to minimize the risk of counterfeit or low-quality products. Verify authenticity through [https://cameronsino.com/product-verification.html Cameron Sino’s Product Verification page].		*'''DS/2DS/3DS/Switch Systems:''' Cameron Sino batteries. Available on eBay; avoid AliExpress, or low-rated sellers to minimize the risk of counterfeit or low-quality products. Verify authenticity through [https://cameronsino.com/product-verification.html Cameron Sino’s Product Verification page].
			**Please Note: There has been reports of 3DS's reporting wrong %'s, it is being looked into. It seems to be due to MCU being hardcoded and Sino using a different type of cell vs the OEM Nintendo one.
	*'''Game Boy Systems:''' [https://funnyplaying.com Funnyplaying batteries] are known for their high reliability and quality.		*'''Game Boy Systems:''' [https://funnyplaying.com Funnyplaying batteries] are known for their high reliability and quality.

Wurmatron: Added beyblade example video

2025-01-25T21:37:54Z

Added beyblade example video

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	'''Follow these steps to determine if your battery needs replacing:'''		'''Follow these steps to determine if your battery needs replacing:'''
	#Examine the battery for signs of swelling or expansion.		#Examine the battery for signs of swelling or expansion.
	#Perform the spin test: Place the battery on a flat surface and try spinning it. If it spins easily, it may be deformed.		#Perform the spin test: Place the battery on a flat surface and try spinning it. If it spins easily, it may be deformed. [[:File:Bayblade-test.mp4\|[Example]]]
	#Check for visible bulges or bumps on the battery's surface.		#Check for visible bulges or bumps on the battery's surface.

Wurmatron: Added Nintendo battery notes, to keep updated with current battery knowledge.

2025-01-25T21:21:31Z

Added Nintendo battery notes, to keep updated with current battery knowledge.

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	*[https://github.com/Core-2-Extreme/Battery_mark_for_3DS/releases/tag/v2.1.0 Battery Mark for 3DS]		*[https://github.com/Core-2-Extreme/Battery_mark_for_3DS/releases/tag/v2.1.0 Battery Mark for 3DS]

	'''Expected Playtimes (Approximate):'''		'''Expected Playtimes (Approximate Sino Playtime):'''
	*'''3DS''': ~2h 34m 35s		*'''3DS''': ~2h 34m 35s
	*'''New 3DS''': ~2h 28m 18s		*'''New 3DS''': ~2h 28m 18s
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	'''Note:''' iFixit batteries are another option but have been reported to sometimes underperform in capacity or longevity, and in some cases, malfunction.		'''Note:''' iFixit batteries are another option but have been reported to sometimes underperform in capacity or longevity, and in some cases, malfunction.

			'''Note:''' There's been some reports of being able to get New OEM Batteries from Nintendo by contacting support, but it seems to limited supply and only available in certain regions.

	Always purchase from reputable sellers and dispose of your old battery safely!		Always purchase from reputable sellers and dispose of your old battery safely!