Published on 05/27/2008
The APC Universal Battery is one smart device as it has the ability to automatically sense the voltage of the connected laptop before getting to work. Features include a couple of USB ports that offer external power for a cell phone or iPod (fixed at the standard 5 volts). There will be two auto-sensing models available, with the UPB90 offering 90-watt hours for $225 while the UPB70 offers 70-watt hours for $135. 90-watt hours ought to last the conventional laptop approximately 8 hours or so, making this perfect to lug around if you're planning to sit in economy class while crossing the Atlantic.