Ok to use rechargeable batteries with 360 wireless pad?

Barno · 16 Aug 2008 at 17:54

Just got a wireless pad for my 360. Is it ok to use rechargeable nimh batteries with it?

I read somewhere that the rumble might not be as strong as with alkaline.

romperstomper · 16 Aug 2008 at 17:55

no way don't risk it :eek:

Abooie · 16 Aug 2008 at 17:56

I've been using Uniross 2500s and 2700s since 2005 just fine. Just be aware they don't give you any warning when they're about to run out.

GreenMint · 16 Aug 2008 at 17:59

Probably better to just get a play and charge kit?

sean · 16 Aug 2008 at 18:01

The battery of the play 'n' charge kit is just two 2100mAh NiMH AA cells in a fancy plastic box so, yeah, I'd say you'll be fine

KNiVES · 16 Aug 2008 at 18:06

Yea I use rechargeable batteries for mine. Ironically they're Sony ones.

It came with a camera I bought.

KennyBhoy · 16 Aug 2008 at 18:08

I use Energizer 2500 mAh ones and their absolutely fine

wannabedamned · 16 Aug 2008 at 18:17

I've been using energizer since I got mine. Works greats. I have 2 in the pad and 2 always fully charged.

Barno · 16 Aug 2008 at 18:35

Thanks guys. So I should be fine with Energizer 2000mAh?

Edz · 16 Aug 2008 at 18:46

Yep, although check the thickness of the rechargables compared to standard AA batteries as some are thicker and a nightmare to get out of the pack once in...

Barno · 16 Aug 2008 at 18:58

Good point, cheers mate.

sc(+)pe · 16 Aug 2008 at 19:20

KennyBhoy said:
I use Energizer 2500 mAh ones and their absolutely fine

Same and they can be had as cheap as chips.

GreenMint · 16 Aug 2008 at 19:45

Just don't interbreed

I had my play & Charge through the PS3 and the SixAxis Charging off the 360, its like redneck consoles

NokkonWud · 16 Aug 2008 at 19:56

You'll be fine.

ScarySquirrel · 16 Aug 2008 at 19:59

I use Energizer rechargeable AA batteries and they work great. I got a pack with 4 batteries for about £7.99, one charge lasts AGESSSSS! :

Buffman · 16 Aug 2008 at 21:54

Abooie said:
I've been using Uniross 2500s and 2700s since 2005 just fine. Just be aware they don't give you any warning when they're about to run out.

You can check on the xbox guide and the controllers lights start flashing when they're close to running out.

Fothsn · 17 Aug 2008 at 13:40

The Craig said:
You can check on the xbox guide and the controllers lights start flashing when they're close to running out.

Yeah I use rechargeable batteries and my controller flashers for about 10 mins before they are about to run out.

Raikiri · 17 Aug 2008 at 13:53

I use cheap 2500mAh from Lidl, 4 for £1.99

They work just fine, last about 48 hours worth of constant use.