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NewerTech and OWC Set New Standard with Launch of High-capacity Battery Line for Apple PowerBook G4s and G3s |
WOODSTOCK, Ill. – September 16, 2003 – Newer Technology, Inc. (NewerTechTM) and Other World Computing (OWC) today introduced a new line of high-capacity batteries designed for Apple Computer’s PowerBook G4 and G3 models. The NuPower line of Lithium Ion batteries from NewerTech offer up to 30 percent more capacity than stock batteries standard with the PowerBooks and at prices as low as $139.99. “The NuPower batteries set a new standard for battery life for G4 and G3 users everywhere, said Larry O’Connor, president of OWC. “Everyone knows that battery life is a very critical aspect of successful on-the-go computing. Whether you’d like to replace an older battery that just isn’t performing like it used to or are in the market for a spare, our NuPower Li-Ions deliver the longest run times of any stock replacement batteries available today.” The NuPower Li-Ion G4 Titanium Battery works with all 15-inch PowerBook models (400MHz to 1GHz) and delivers 14.8 volts and 4400mAH, providing 65 watt-hours and making it the longest lasting PowerBook G4 battery available today by as much as 30 percent compared to the original Apple Ti Battery. Retail price: $139.99. NuPower Li-Ion G3 Batteries for G3 Lombard (1999/Bronze Keyboard) and G3 FireWire (2000/Pismo) series PowerBooks are 10.8 volts and 5400mAH, providing 12.5 percent more capacity versus stock Lombard and FireWire batteries. Retail price: $149.99. The NuPower Li-Ion G3 Battery for G3 WallStreet (1998/Black Keyboard) series PowerBooks delivers 14.4 volts and 4500mAH, providing 25 percent more capacity than the stock Apple WallStreet Battery. Retail price: $139.99. “You really don’t think about your laptop battery until you need to,” O’Connor said. “It’s when you’re dimming your screen and engaging every last power-saver mode to get those extra minutes that you’re wishing your battery lasted longer. In those situations our NuPower batteries come in mighty handy.” NewerTech NuPower batteries are available through OWC at www.macsales.com and at other fine resellers in the US and around the globe. Visit www.newertech.com/newer_bats.html for additional information. About Newer Technology, Inc. For more than 16 years, Newer Technology, Inc. (NewerTech) has been recognized as the leading developer of performance upgrades for PowerBooks, desktop Macintosh computers, iMacs and MacOS compatibles. NewerTech is a division of New Concepts Development Corporation, headquartered in Woodstock, Illinois. Dealer inquiries are welcome by calling (815) 338-8685 or by emailing sales@newertech.com. About Other World Computing Other World Computing (OWC) has been providing quality hardware products and support to the Macintosh universe since 1988. The Illinois-based company operates the popular Macsales.com Web site, which features one of the largest online catalogs of enhancement products, including OWC’s own Mercury acceleration and FireWire product lines. Along with its proprietary XPostFacto, which allows select pre-G3 computers to run Mac OS X, OWC is an Apple Certified Developer, and provides extensive technical support for Macintosh users around the world. OWC also owns and operates FasterMac.net, a national Internet Service Provider designed specifically for Macintosh users, as well as OWC.Net, an ISP that provides Internet access, design and hosting solutions in the greater Chicago area. |