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| Consumer Tip On What Not To Buy! |
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I use batteries by the dozens in my household, as many of you do as well. I figured what a great way to save money - get a charger and never have to buy batteries again. Well...I'm still buying batteries, but now they cost 5 times as much. This gizmo is supposed to be a money saver. It claims to be able to charge the same battery over and over, but that's a scam. First of all, rechargeable batteries are much more costly, and they only pay off if you can recur some of that cash. theoretically, 7 charges pay for a new battery. Well, I only got 3 charges, and then the battery only lasted a day or two under a reasonable load. And don't try to recharge REGULAR batteries in this thing. I'm still paying for fire damage at my place. Best bet ? Pick up surplus batteries at a wholesale price. They only cost a fraction of what rechargeable batteries cost, and you can by them by the boxload. Unless you need pacemaker quality batteries, this will suit most people fine. Don't forget to return this gadget back to the store you bought it at...
"Great...I paid an arm and a leg for the charger, and another 30 bucks for the batteries. I've yet to see the savings roll in...." George Lorrey "Is it me, or does this thing always smell like it's gonna catch fire ?" Phil Han -Opinions are sent in
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China asks U.S. to sell Texas Washington - A high ranking official from China officially asked the US government to allow them to purchase the State of Texas. Quing Pin Kho asked President Clinton for the right to make an offer to the residents of Texas for 1.2 million dollars each to give up their land to China. The Chinese need more room for their ever-growing population, and this would give them a place to settle some of their people. The State would remain a part of the United States, but with its own internal schools, hospital and other state run organizations run by the Chinese government. Initial reactions are of skepticism, but senior white house staff say the plan is vital if US-China relations are to be maintained. Also worth mentioning, the large amount of steer and pork in the state would allow the large population to feed its inhabitants and wheat crops would be replaced with rice and chop suey fields. The Chinese see this as a start to better relations with the US people. Individuals interested in selling their land should write to the Chinese embassy in their region, and they will be sent the complete application to fill out. |
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