Release Issued by Uniross:
Hybrio ‘super battery’ combines the benefits of throw-aways with rechargeables
Portishead, June 28, 2006 – By creating instant-use rechargeable batteries, Uniross has cracked one of the final barriers to greater use of rechargeables.
Uniross, European market leader in rechargeables, has launched the Hybrio, the world’s first hybrid battery.
Hybrio combines a key feature of throw-away batteries (just take them out of the pack and use immediately) with the advantages of rechargeable batteries – use the rechargeable over 500 times, save the planet and save cash.
The Hybrio super battery is sold ready for use in a wide range of electrical gizmos from remote controls, toys, radios and alarm clocks to MP3 and CD players and digital cameras.
Because it can be repowered 500 times or more, the Hybrio is the equivalent of 500 or more throw-aways costing around £1,500.
Uniross, a leader in battery innovation, created the Hybrio following research among 2000 consumers in Britain and France* who said they would buy rechargeable batteries if they came already charged.
While on shelf, the Hybrio will hold its charge in the pack for more than one year.
The Hybrio will be on sale nationwide in leading stores in four different packs, with or without chargers.
Simon West, Deputy General Manager of Uniross in the UK, says: “We can say the Hybrio is unique with absolute confidence. This is the first. There is no battery in the world which combines such convenience with economy and energy saving”.
* IPSOS research carried out for Uniross in Britain and France in December 2004
An Hybrio Pack for Everyone:
Hybrio Pack with 4 AA batteries: £8.99
Charger for 2 rechargeable batteries, supplied with 2 Hybrio AA batteries: £8.99
Ultra compact with built-in plug.
Recharges AA and AAA rechargeable batteries.
Hybrio Pack with 4 AAA batteries: £7.99
Charger for 4 rechargeable batteries, supplied with 4 Hybrio AA batteries: £14.99
Smart design to charge 2 rechargeable batteries on each side.
Compact with built-in plug. Recharges AA and AAA rechargeable batteries.
Technical Specifications:
Technology: NI-MH
Charge remaining when unused:80 % AFTER 6 MONTHS, 70 % AFTER 1 YEAR
Useful Life: 5 YEARS.
For more information, please visit our site at www.uniross.com