The email I just got says they made the batteries replaceable too:
FAQS Q: How does the external battery and charger work with Pleo? A: The battery goes in the same place in Pleo as before (his belly), except that now it is designed to be removed easily and frequently. Once removed, the battery is charged in the external charger, then placed back in Pleo once fully charged.
Q: Why did you change to the external charger design? A: As we neared production, we encountered some difficulties with Pleos charging consistently. Combined with the input you have given us about wanting multiple batteries that were easy to remove and charge, we decided that solving our charging problems and answering the call for an external charger was paramount.
Q: Why are you delaying shipment? A: In pre-production testing we encountered problems getting Pleo to charge correctly. Implementing design changes to resolve the charging issue has led to the delay. We're working hard to make sure everyone who has ordered a Pleo will receive one by Christmas time.
Q: What do you mean when you say that Pleo will arrive "by the holidays"? A: Integrating the necessary changes into the Pleo design has pushed back production, and we are unable to ship Pleo in October as planned. However, you will receive your Pleo by Christmas time. We felt it was best to let you know of the delay as soon as possible.
Q. Can I still order a Pleo and receive it before Christmas? A: After the success with pre-orders, UGOBE.com has completely sold out of Pleos, however our retail partners still have Pleo allocations available.
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skyshard @ Sep 11th 2007 10:13AM
The email I just got says they made the batteries replaceable too:
FAQS
Q: How does the external battery and charger work with Pleo?
A: The battery goes in the same place in Pleo as before (his belly), except that now it is designed to be removed easily and frequently. Once removed, the battery is charged in the external charger, then placed back in Pleo once fully charged.
Q: Why did you change to the external charger design?
A: As we neared production, we encountered some difficulties with Pleos charging consistently. Combined with the input you have given us about wanting multiple batteries that were easy to remove and charge, we decided that solving our charging problems and answering the call for an external charger was paramount.
Q: Why are you delaying shipment?
A: In pre-production testing we encountered problems getting Pleo to charge correctly. Implementing design
changes to resolve the charging issue has led to the delay. We're working hard to make sure everyone who has
ordered a Pleo will receive one by Christmas time.
Q: What do you mean when you say that Pleo will arrive "by the holidays"?
A: Integrating the necessary changes into the Pleo design has pushed back production, and we are unable to
ship Pleo in October as planned. However, you will receive your Pleo by Christmas time.
We felt it was best to let you know of the delay as soon as possible.
Q. Can I still order a Pleo and receive it before Christmas?
A: After the success with pre-orders, UGOBE.com has completely sold out of Pleos, however our retail partners still have Pleo allocations available.