However, what to do with the Nickel-Cadmium batteries? These are very poisonous to the environment, so I didn’t want to throw them out just because something called “the memory effect”. Over time, they will go back to near new (85% to 90% for my laptop battery). When the Nickel Metal Hydride batteries run out, I drain them, drain them again with a small light bulb until it is drained, and then recharge. Some are as old as the hills, others not so. The majority of the rechargeables I have are usually the ones that came with the item I purchased - digital camera, cordless drill, laptop, walkie talkies, etc. I was told that batteries are designed to be rechargeable, so I want them to be rechargeable as an absolute. I very rarely throw out my rechargeable batteries into the battery recycle boxes. So take a look at the pics on the next page to see the unboxing (don’t worry i carefully un/re-boxed it!) ~ and to win it, leave a comment tell us something rechargeable related! Oooh i’m giddy excited about this one too! I guess you’ve probably noticed by now that everything we’re giving away i’m really excited about… this latest one is part review/unboxing (i’ve been dying to see one of these in person!) and part giveaway! OXO was kind enough to send over one the BIG Candela Luau Lanterns! I reviewed the Candela Flare lights earlier, and have been totally obsessed with how versatile and eco-friendly (and safer than candles!) they are with their rechargable batteries ~ perfect for outdoor usage of all sorts, and create the most incredible ambiance, especially in woody spaces! Well i’ve been itching to get one of the large lantern like Candela Luau lanterns for some time now, but had a hard time committing to the $200 pricetag without knowing quite how big or bright it was… but just seeing the product shots made me want to take one and wander along a stream at dusk…īottom line ~ its gorgeous! Brighter than i expected, but you can even dim it (and extend battery life from 6 to 10 hours) if you rotate the base… a bit large (Dimensions: 9” x 9” x 15”) to put on a smaller dining table, but perfect for taking on a picnic, having out on the patio, hanging from under a large outdoor umbrella. TO WIN: Leave a comment ~ Tell us something rechargeable related! ENTER BY 12/3.
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