Powering a device with a dead battery?

[Big4570]

Just wondering what the options are to power a device which battery has died and is no longer replaceable? Is it possible to use a portable battery back to permanently power the device?

 

[breadnatty08]

I'd honestly recommend getting a new device or having the manufacturer replace the battery.

 

[WoohooGuy]

Is the battery inaccessible or simply not available?

Not sure if you live in the states but if there is a Batteries Plus store near you they may be able to get a hard to find battery or possibly rebuild it.

Tech Center Services - Batteries Plus

 

[Big4570]

Actually I was thinking about picking up an old phone as using it as a portable MP3 player. Just planning ahead if the battery is no longer holding its charge.

 

[mikedt]

What's the phone? Might still be able to get a battery for it.