Magic Trackpad battery issue: should I get a new one?

Hi,
I think my Magic Trackpad is dying... It started eating regular batteries, since I coulld not work more than 8 hours with them on the MT. I bought the Mobee Power Bar, but it dies in 3 hours...
http://www.mobeetechnology.com/the-power-bar.html
So, I guess my MT is dying. Any possible solutions? Thanks

Depends to some degree on the batteries, the means of charging (if they are rechargeable) or the level of quality if they are not.   Rechargeable batteries have worked well for me though they do not give anything like the advertised working rate, I'm lucky to get 14 days.   Alkaline batteries are often promoted 12 for the price of 6 or some equally stupid rate and are often substandard because of it.
What type are you using?

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