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Yes but he's asking why the DEVICES don't incorporate the technology. If for example Apple could claim 8x battery life in their keyboard by adding a 10cent piece of kit you'd think they'd do it.


"Big battery" is too strong.


Stronger than Apple? I'm not sure I believe that.


Apple products use disposable batteries?


Wireless keyboards and trackpads use AAs.


I think the main reason is that the booster circuit hardware was too bulky for certain devices?


To fit the booster into the same space as a battery is cutting-edge, but to put a cubic-centimeter boost circuit next to your battery chamber is nothing special. If the boost circuit is too bulky, the battery is definitely too bulky.




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