Cheap Cellular Phones

Are you concerned your current battery is defective? Then perhaps, a replacement battery is the solution. However, there are many reasons NOT to purchase a cell phone battery. Most of the time the battery that came with your phone is under a one year warranty. Many service providers will replace your battery at no charge if you go into their store or call their customer service.

Also, most phone manufacturers have an additional warranty on your entire device. Generally, most batteries range from $40-$45 if they are not after market. Batteries that come straight from the manufacturer are sold either by your service provider or directly from the manufacturer’s website. After market batteries can be found at electronic stores, authorized agents of your service provider, swap meets or cell phone accessory kiosks. Often times, after market batteries are not covered under any warranty and are more susceptible to being defective.

You will know that you have a defective battery if your phone is hot to the touch, not providing any power or not holding a charge. You do not need a replacement battery if your signal strength is low. The reception on your cell phone does not in any way correlate to your battery. If your cell phone is not responding to commands, any of the features stop working properly or the phone powers off by itself, these are not symptoms indicative of a defective battery.

It is always recommended that before you buy a replacement battery, you first contact your service provider. They may be able to offer you a whole new phone at a discounted price (sometimes, even for free) if you are willing to renew your contract. If you have had your current cell phone for less than one year then there is a very good chance they will replace your battery or even your entire phone at no charge per the manufacturer warranty.

The only reason that you would not be able to get your battery replaced under the warranty is if it has water damage. Most batteries contain a water indication sticker on the side of the battery. If it has not come in contact with water than it will be white with a pink stripe. However, if it does have water damage the sticker will be completely red.

In the event, that your only option is to buy a new battery, your best bet would be to purchase it from your service provider to ensure that you are not buying an after market product. The replacement battery itself comes with a one year warranty and a 30 day buyer’s remorse policy.

By: Luke Walker