[nabs-l] question about braille note

[Kelsey Nicolay]

Hello,
I just bought a used braille note apex.  I've been using an 
m-power since my senior year of high school.  It has been great.  
However, I need a new battery for it.  The entire repair will 
cost me about $300-350 including shipping.  Since I will have the 
apex, do you think it is worth paying the $300 to get the m-power 
fixed since it will just be used as a spare? Everything else is 
fine except the battery life is rather low.  Also, the apex does 
come with a charger, but I am considering buying an extra one to 
keep at my camper.  Do you think it would be worth the $45 to do 
that? My m-power has two chargers, but that was only because one 
broke and I bought one and then the state bought one.
Thanks in advance,
Kelsey Nicolay