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fIHH YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT ©Batteries gp> 1. Stick to bask alkaline batteries for toys, remote controls, flashlights and sporadi cally used items that don’t need mega power, says Paul Klatt of Batteries Plus, a Wisconsin-based franchise. “For digital cameras, which drain power fast, many brands (Panasonic Oxyride, Duracell Power Pix) make a nickel oxyhyclroxide battery that’s a step up,” he says. 2. Go for nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) re chargeables for real power-suckers digital cameras, CD players and power tools because they’re the best, most cost-effective choice, Klatt says. “An al kaline batteiy takes 50 to 60 pictures. An oxy nickel may take hundreds,” he says. “But a NiMH battery can take 200 to 400 on one charge and you can recharge it up to 500 times!” Cons: You need a charger and must power up before use. 3. Special rechargeable batteries, usually lithium-ion, come standard in laptops, electronic games and cellphones. “Smaller and more powerful than NiMH batter ies, they are becoming the choice for con sumer electronics,” says Peter Roth, a battery researcher at Sandia National Laboratories. They are intended for a specific use and are not sold in common individual sizes (AA, C) for general use. 4. Charge with caution. Tb extend the life of a battery, do not overcharge it, Klatt says. “Ideally, once it’s charged, remove it from the charging source,” he says. “For example, don’t keep your Nintendo DS plugged in or your cordless tool in its base. Continuous charging gen erates heat, which is detrimental.” 5. Protect your home. Smoke alarms take standard 9-volt batteries, or some come with an enclosed, 10-year lithium battery. Test each one monthly to make sure it works. E 3 Frappa stout USA WEEKEND • Nov. 30-Dec 2,2007 -A'stronger fbrraula to lock in jppisture and ‘fight -iciest skip. *r~- PPIRiRIIMH ( :Smt \ \ * \ VIHK ** I Vaseline Intensive Rescue Lotion is clinically proven to he lp heal dry skin better than Eucerin® Intensive Repair Lotion by delivering 80% moremoisture.' Visit www.vaseline.com to see the proof. ’Clinic, illy proven in a tySkicon est for skrn hy ham Fuceriri'is a re'iiipsreri ciemairte c’Berersdorf AG. 17 keeping skin arnazing ” a || Bp Wm nterwv* rescue j §S| c**ong f B 2 'Oder I s