According to Mobile Computer, ASUS have released a statement regarding the low capacity 4400mAh batteries supplied with the EEE PC 900 model in the UK, which yield a total life of around two hours on a full charge, depending on what the machine is doing.

Effectively, ASUS are to provide an upgrade path. This follows a concerted effort by eeeuser.com forum members, led by user shade360, to lobby ASUS for a battery replacement. The downside is that there is a nominal cost involved (£10 + VAT) and the original 4400 mAh battery has to be returned, but at least UK 900 owners can now opt to enjoy the full 900 experience, as the replacement batteries will be the proper 5800mAh rated items.

According to the press release, “ASUS will release information regarding the detailed procedure in a few days and anticipate the battery purchase service commencing from 10th June 2008.”

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