[bitjumper]

Hi

I have an iPod mini which I use on the go only 1-2 hours a day, 3-4 days a week. At night and during idle days I'm keeping it plugged into the dock charging.

Is this bad on battery life?

Should I be monitoring battery level and only infrequently charging when low?

Is there sound, scientific data on this or just conventional wisdom and hypothesis?

Erik

[Slaveway]

You should start by reading articles and postings at
ipodlounge.com
ipodhacks.com

[SupahCoolX]

www.ipodbatteryfaq.com is another great resource on the topic.

"When possible, the optimal usage pattern - for any lithium ion battery - is a partial discharge, followed by recharging. A partial discharge can be anything less than a full discharge. However, an occasional full discharge is desirable (e.g., once every 30 charges) to calibrate the battery."