Today, iPods and MP3s have quickly developed into a “must have” product that acts as a critical sidekick for many in their daily lives. One out of five people own a digital audio player and depend on the long lasting life of their device.

As technology enhances and new models continue to progress and multiply, selecting the right battery is important to extend the life of your product. Vehicle brands, stereo manufacturers and airline companies are beginning to install iPod adaptive systems that sync the machine to the iPod to allow the person to listen, view and charge their iPods in its place.

Generally, iPods and MP3s are powered by two types of batteries: Lithium Polymer and Lithium Ion, depending on the type and generation of the product.

The capacity of your iPod battery is generally measured in milli-Ampere hours (mAh). This indicates how much power the battery can hold. The higher the mAh rating, the longer charge you can expect to receive Another important factor to consider when purchasing iPod and MP3 batteries is memory effect. This means the battery gradually loses its maximum energy capacity if it is repeatedly recharged after being only partially discharged. The battery essentially “forgets” it has the capacity to fully discharge.