third party batteries and CDMA

[prometheusb]

Hi

wondering if anyone can help me clear up 2 novice queries?

1) Been doing a search for extended and/or additional batteries for the SGS2. There is a huge discrepancy between the prices of official samsung batteries and other various 3rd party products. But the opinions seem differed on the use. Obviously there is a marketing side to the story, but can using a 3rd party battery actually harm your phone? or is the worst case scenario just a battery that fails to work. The majority opinion seems to be that a 3rd party product from a reasonably reputable company is sufficient. Any thoughts?

2) Does the SGS2 international version i9100 not work on CDMA networks?

Thanks

 

[Baldilocks]

As for your second question. No, the i9100 works only on GSM/HSPA networks. In the U.S. that means AT&T (2G, 3G and 3.5G) and T-Mobile (2G only).

It won't work on Verizon or Sprint.