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Has there ever been a DAP using button cell?

RayDunzl

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I assume the problem is that headphones (or Bluetooth transmission) require a fair amount of energy.
 

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That and button cells are designed to provide a low voltage for a long time but with very low current capability and are not really suited for 'dynamic' load currents.
So... you find them as backup batteries, in watches, flat remotes and toys.
 

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Why is the shape of the battery an important criterium for buying a DAP?
 

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There are DAPs that are powered by a single AAA battery:
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Could that be an acceptable compromise?
 

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They are also not rechargeable. A small LiPo makes way more sense.
Some are, some aren't. There are Lithium Ion rechargeable ones in a lot of the same sizes as the non-rechargeable ones. See LIR2032 and LIR2450 for examples. I don't know of any players using them though, and I agree about the small LiPo.
 
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