Re: [OM] panasonic firmware

[Chuck Norcutt]

Probably both.  Those cheap Chinese lithium-ion batteries (and chargers) 
can be dangerous. Check the MSDS (page 2) for Energizer lithium-ion
<http://data.energizer.com/PDFs/lithiumion_psds.pdf>
You might recall this link which has been posted here more than once 
<http://t5r.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/e1/clonetests.htm>  But it helps make 
the case for the overpriced brand name.

Chuck Norcutt

John Hermanson wrote:
> I heard that panasonic is releasing new firmware for several models 
> (including G-1) which will disable certain 3rd party batteries that they 
> have found to be "unsuitable".  Good or bad?  Or just a way to force 
> people to buy the overpriced name brand?
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