This is very dangerous if you cause a short with the foil. Not recommended. If the foil is not sitting correctly you can have a fire, and also damage your remote unit. I personally would run out to the local store and buy the proper batteries. I generally keep a supply of proper spare batteries on hand for all my devices.
@scorpven2 жыл бұрын
Where I came from, we used to do this to replace line fuses and in battery compartments. We also had lots of house fires.
@JohnSmith-ir1fo2 жыл бұрын
That are freaking expensive saved fuses ...
@PF-gi9vv2 жыл бұрын
lol
@aldod39372 жыл бұрын
Lol
@ralphsharp49132 жыл бұрын
Love that and get what you are saying s😂
@user-ey6xb8cj3x2 жыл бұрын
Америку открыл. 🤣
@jrnvnjk2 жыл бұрын
WARNING! don't do this on the + terminal! The entire side of the battery is connected to the - terminal only the top part is +. If you by accident short the 2 terminals it might cause fire/exploding batteries (though since low voltage it doesn't have to) So for safety reasons only attach it to the - terminal!
@jmartmac2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad to see someone else noticed the fatal flaw in this technique. If you have to do as shown, only shim the negative side. Some batteries have a metal outside case connected to negative that folds under only milimeters from the positive point.
@petersack50742 жыл бұрын
@@jmartmac YOU both, are correct.
@Sisikoko12 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@Rosangela1612 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!
@pixie37602 жыл бұрын
Oh goodness. I'm glad I saw this, thankyou!
@user-ij5ix3nq9k2 жыл бұрын
Ура наконец-то, советские технологии дошли до,, загнивающего,, капитализма
@JohnBoy752 жыл бұрын
be sure to just make sure you have the right size battery's in the first place LOL
@elineblind3482 жыл бұрын
Nooooo, not possible ha ha
@stroys70612 жыл бұрын
Brilliant!!! You should make a video. Take 2 1/2 minutes to show people how to remove the stupid aluminum foil from their tuner’s battery cavity and insert the right size battery. I’m not kidding. 👍🏻👍🏻
@d.vaughn89902 жыл бұрын
When you have kids, you never have the right size battery!
@user-le7bg3ol6q2 жыл бұрын
Тоже мне америку открыл мы ещё в школе делали скрутки из алюминиевой фольги вставляли в розетку потом замыкали их деревянной линейкой и такой фейервек получался мама не горюй.
@amclean19482 жыл бұрын
Do you have the fire department on speed dial.
@collinlovas2 жыл бұрын
In reading the comments, it seems that this time-consuming hack can pose a safety hazard. As others have said, just go out and buy the right size battery.
@rlewis30492 жыл бұрын
Yeah I agree Don’t mix new and old batteries that’s a bad idea their other aluminum foil battery life hacks at work but this one does not it’s a safety hazard
@Laz_Arus2 жыл бұрын
Sometimes it isn't convenient to go shop for new batteries. When that vibrating "pleasure device" suddenly stops, you don't want to interrupt the moment and go looking for the nearest convenience store! 😁
@SimRacingVeteran2 жыл бұрын
@@Laz_Arus - well we know who’s mind is in the gutter.
@Laz_Arus2 жыл бұрын
@@SimRacingVeteran As Agent 46 would often say ... "and loving it"!
@judlex73002 жыл бұрын
or add water
@grahamjpjones2 жыл бұрын
Its not a good idea to mix battery sizes especially if the current load excedes the current rating of the AAA battery which is about 10mA, if this happens it could cause the battery to leak or explode
@jetjet6422 жыл бұрын
You may have too replace the entire remote if you do this. Just easier buying a battery. It can short-out your remote. Not cool, unless only option in an emergency
@JT-SE-OHIO2 жыл бұрын
I already knew that but did you know that cutting the foil up with your scissors will sharpen them. Before you throw the foil away after using it for cooking just fold it over several times and cut it up into 1/4 to 1/2" strips and your scissors will be super sharp.
@user-qy3fr3uq4v2 жыл бұрын
Ну просто гениальный совет....на уровне развития ученика 3-го класса
@kaadauwgg2 жыл бұрын
OMG! I stopped doing this in the 1980s when I got my first job as a young teen. Keep a heads-up and, by batteries on time.
@florin6042 жыл бұрын
I would have liked the video if he made it work without batteries
@pebear2 жыл бұрын
Just put in larger springs and install them on the negative side so you can use the AAA batteries over the AA batteries. Or just buy some new AA batteries. I keep various containers of springs, nuts and bolts to make repairs around the house and in the garage for various electrical and mechanical projects.
@theadster27022 жыл бұрын
With batteries sold at even gas stations and 24 hr stores.....JUST GO BUY THE RIGHT SIZE!!!!....of course unless you are snowed in!!!! lololol
@northsky65442 жыл бұрын
For God sakes just buy the right batts, DO NOT FOLLOW THE ONSCREEN GUIDE THE FOIL PLACCES IN THE + END WILL CAUSE A SHORT....IF YOU INSIST ON TRYING THIS, PLACE THE FOIL ON THE SPRING END -NEG END
@user-pu7dt9kz5c2 жыл бұрын
Зачем этот средневековый метод ? Просто берём старые батарейки и варим их 5 минут на медленном огне.
@rockdoctor74662 жыл бұрын
instead of using this cheap and dangerous trick, invest a couple of cents to buy the right battery, people
@BigBadDodge4x42 жыл бұрын
cool! But what if the battery is LARGER?? Like a C Cell , or 90Volt?
@teddycaster2482 жыл бұрын
Creative idea, 😀but what’s why on the cap of battery bay on all remote controls you can read “Warning” notice ⚠️ about danger and inadmissibility of use different types of battery🔋 and use mix of new and old battery. So, DO NOT repeat that risky trick from video.😉
@rogertycholiz22182 жыл бұрын
@@susanwilliams4953 ~ The batteries will not explode. We're only talking milliamps. Dollar store batteries do no last!
@wendy85612 жыл бұрын
Thanks again for another wonderful video as well did you know that if you cut the aluminum foil with scissors it will sharpen them hairdressers trick! But luckily these days we have better options but it really works try it
@michaelcolletti7902 жыл бұрын
I want that 2 minutes and 22 seconds of my life back.
@user-nk3pl7qu9p2 жыл бұрын
А если аккумулятор на 90 А/Ч купил вместо батарейки то куда фольгу вставлять.
@ronrice22492 жыл бұрын
I would only do this in emergency situations.
@josephvance89002 жыл бұрын
Watching TV is never an emergency
@merehamaotearoa23832 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the tip - I had that problem recently now I know how to use a smaller battery to do the same job as the AA battery - that was very helpful thanks again.
@BAM-jc7uy2 жыл бұрын
I never throw away batteries that "seem" like they have no charge...I take them out for a few days to "rest"... later I replace them back into the remote and they work again for an extended time...or sometimes I just have to "spin" the battery as it lays in the remote to reposition it. Also, when u are "storing/resting" your batteries, make sure the neg and pos posts are not touching each other. Also, I am one of those people who buy AA & AAA batteries at the dollar store.
@uuuuutube9872 жыл бұрын
Interesting!!! Thank you for your insights!! I will definitely be trying this.
@kallel65882 жыл бұрын
The greatest pronunciation of aluminum ever!
@shopmanlerxt98132 жыл бұрын
I think it’s a bad idea to mix battery sizes and amounts of charge. It might void the warranty also.
@PF-gi9vv2 жыл бұрын
Its what causes batteries to leak acid sometimes.
@alexnelson95122 жыл бұрын
_All batteries of that general shape and size have a power output of 1.5 volts (1.2 volts for rechargeable ones). If they are a single cell battery, they can be only 1.5 volts in output._
@lesjones89602 жыл бұрын
This man is crazy. Lol.
@kymclinton31402 жыл бұрын
I know someone who did this and there remote control started to smoulder had there partner not smelt it this would have lead to a fire I always keep a list of the size batteries I need for things and keep my batteries in a few plastic containers marked with relevant sizes and as soon as I start getting low on on a size I re stock
@ShortCrypticTales2 жыл бұрын
I used to do this trick when I was first driving and a fuse blew, a gum wrapper will get you home
@doriwei51182 жыл бұрын
Love the way you say aluminum lol A friend who's an electrician says yes this works but to PLEASE remove the battery & foil as soon as you turn off the TV for the sake of not losing your house to a 🔥 📛 👨🚒 🚒 fire
@rogertycholiz22182 жыл бұрын
Dori Wei ~ The English people & Europe has always said a-lu-min-ium. As you know the correct way to say it is a-lu-min-um.:)
@doriwei51182 жыл бұрын
@@rogertycholiz2218 Lol the good thing is we all know what both mean😊l still think is funny when a British friend reminds me to put my rubbers on when it's raining LOL 🌧
@mikebaird67882 жыл бұрын
I do this I just go on eBay and buy rechargeables and a good decent rechargeable for all of them is maybe 20 bucks you can use the same batteries in your remotes for it literally years same for all other devices they charge 50 to 100 times recharger docks are cheap
@user-ub8ye4sq9u2 жыл бұрын
οραια σχόλια Γιά το τηλεκοντρόλ
@arjakolehmainen26912 жыл бұрын
This is very good. Thanks.👍👍👍👍👍🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌻🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌻
@rom52852 жыл бұрын
One little problem. The smaller battery will discharge much sooner than the large one. The result is, you could get less "run" time out of the batteries than you would with two small batteries. Always best to have batteries balanced in size and freshness for max running. Use two small batteries is you have them.
@basiliobastardo2552 жыл бұрын
a bigger problem, my mom is using the foil in the kitchen and forbid us not to use it..
@shabbee2 жыл бұрын
Try but a remote takes so little power it won't matter
@aleli51052 жыл бұрын
I would use this only in an emergency. But not for a daily use and unsupervised. Messing with batteries is not safe. But thanks you for your video. 🙏
@txrick48792 жыл бұрын
Another way to deal with dead battery's is place them in direct sunlight for a couple of hours and they can be used again but they won't be good as new but they will work if they are not leaking .
@Armafly2 жыл бұрын
It’s like: “If you can’t use the remote control your life is at risk!”
@sawme77722 жыл бұрын
You rock !! Thank you for sharing this post with all of us !! Wishing you & everyone to have much love💞, laughter 😂, great health & to stay safe !!
@julietavelasco12002 жыл бұрын
This would work, in emergency cases. Thanks.
@garygoldstein3272 жыл бұрын
My take away from this hack is if the batteries leak that it will not corrode the the contacts or ruin the inner circuitry of the remote. And a brilliant protective solution to prevent corrosion inside the battery compartment of other types of electronic divices.
@toki81992 жыл бұрын
I've done this before but it's not a very good idea you can potentially short the battery. 😫
@jaymachinestovall46432 жыл бұрын
Congrats to kid creole & j machine stovaletti reunited after 3decades genius & gifted👏
@Cheloveeek2 жыл бұрын
Еще в туалете можно подтираться бумагой)) идея супер
@johnpaulbacon83202 жыл бұрын
Good Advice. I use what are called Battery shells ( adapters ) that allow you to use a AAA in a double slot and there are C and D shells that use a AA. Using a AAA or AA in a C or D shell makes a good bit lighter then a standard C or D would be as well.
@radekodehnal75352 жыл бұрын
Stačí malý kousek pružinky propisovací tužky
@stveide12 жыл бұрын
I just buy some of the correct size batteries at Costco, Kirkland, 20 or 30 pack, and keep them in the refrigerator in the garage and NEVER RUN OUT.
@Index-o12342 жыл бұрын
You get a thumbs up for Usefulness. Thank you
@wifigrannyl.13542 жыл бұрын
Great idea! Better than trying to run to the store to buy the right sized battery late at night or when you just don’t feel like it it have the time. Thank you. Btw, you have a new subscriber now. 😃
@smartfoxofficial2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! :)
@williamfowler57682 жыл бұрын
Quicker to nick the batteries off something else than go looking for foil.
@greg7781232 жыл бұрын
Why ? Buy the right battery in the first place Also be aware to use same voltage some odd balls can be 12 volt that would kill your remote if it wasn’t made for it
@viruxinem2 жыл бұрын
I put a piece of copper on and change the channel to all the TVs in the building
@giosafattemondelli2912 жыл бұрын
This guy is genie ! I never thought you can do this with an aluminum foil! Do you really need to make a video about this? What a total waste of time!
@alwayscuriousalwayslearnin2 жыл бұрын
I used to do this when I was a child and it works
@savagerebel79712 жыл бұрын
Scooter-FIREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!
@user-dw6ct4ni6v2 жыл бұрын
Капец, какой умный. Ну прям изобретатель! Нобелевскую премию!
@user-mo5ws1hp6m2 жыл бұрын
Для них это сенсация, это мы такое в детстве делали.
@kgraham58202 жыл бұрын
Great thinking, Smart Fox! Thanks for sharing your wisdom!
@sism30282 жыл бұрын
Love it. Funny how you pronounce aluminium.
@catkeys69112 жыл бұрын
I think it's indian-inflected British pronunciation (since they pronounce it "alloominium")
@bambit082 жыл бұрын
@@catkeys6911 His English is excellent ... it is the British pronunciation of aluminium. My guess is he is German or Austrian ... not sure where you get 'indian-inflected'...what does that even mean?
@jcruzado762 жыл бұрын
I did this as a kid in the 80s
@easyrecipes992 жыл бұрын
So perfect thanks for sharing 👍
@othmanagbary18172 жыл бұрын
It make resistance between battry and foil aluminum like cigarette foil I think that
@mihailmirov80322 жыл бұрын
Может для иноземцев это и в диковинку, только не для русских.
@Leonards_life2 жыл бұрын
This also helps if you have an electronic device llke a multimeter that has a blown fuse. Wrap the glass fuse with thin layer of aluminum foil to make continuity and meter will work.
@dannylinc62472 жыл бұрын
Then get it out. You do not want to cancel circuit protection in this manner. You can damage the meter, the battery, the room, the building. Just inspect the fuse closely and keep spares. It's cheap.
@catwomanh36032 жыл бұрын
Thank you 😊
@selabjamez12282 жыл бұрын
I'm using this practice from 1985 !
@karel-de-Grote2 жыл бұрын
buy only rechargeable batteries (the right size) and you will never run out of batteries.
@LauraLaura-sv3jn2 жыл бұрын
Hola. Buenos tips. Necesito su ayuda , pues tengo escorpiones y, probe productos que no me dieron redultado. Muy buenos sus videos. Gracias.
@cryptopeace48552 жыл бұрын
Напиши свой адрес. Я вышлю тебе батарейку.
@cracknoir83972 жыл бұрын
I always keep AA And AAA and other batteries on hand
@uuuuutube9872 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your video. I learned a lot from the video and even more from the comments!!! And THAT'S the best kind of video!!! 💪👍🤜🤛👏🍻
@RobinBarr2 жыл бұрын
WOW!!! Perfect for temporary use until you can purchase the correct battery.
@Velodynamic2 жыл бұрын
Uhm...not "all batteries". It has to be the right voltage of the battery to work. In this case 1.2 - 1.5 volts. Even if the aluminium foil makes electrical contact to the + or - pole it will add a bit more resistant than usual for the smaller battery to push electrical current through hence it will not last as long as a new, correct sized AA battery. But as a temporary solution it is all fine and dandy.
@oneinsixcom Жыл бұрын
waiting for his next video about a too big a battery to fit in the remote.
@3DPeter2 жыл бұрын
Now make a video about putting a AA battery into a AAA slot.
@catman44712 жыл бұрын
Could you do another video please, only I want to use a large battery in place of a small one. Do I need to cut the rem con casing?
@rogertycholiz22182 жыл бұрын
Cat Man ~ Cant be did!
@catman44712 жыл бұрын
@@rogertycholiz2218 I know, was trying to confuddle. My humour, sorry.
@Emontop12 жыл бұрын
Thank you 😃👍👍👍👍👍
@clyth412 жыл бұрын
I did this and my batter wee, I mean battery fits perfectly. Cheers...
@mansari47942 жыл бұрын
Great solution for time being 👍👍
@teresaoliveira25332 жыл бұрын
Very good!!!
@pixie37602 жыл бұрын
What a clever hack. This is certainly one that I'll be using.
@concorde17932 жыл бұрын
Just get a smaller remote......; ) Also if the battery is too big please DO NOT saw it in half.
@BobBeatski712 жыл бұрын
If you don't have spare batteries, I'd say you also don't have aluminium foil.
@eshanlallmahomed39062 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot. Indeed very useful
@elisabettabianchi92802 жыл бұрын
Vi guardo spesso e molti video li ho trovati interessanti x non dire curiosi. Ma x questo video che suggerisce la carta stagnola nei telecomandi mi sorge un dubbio. È possibile che vi sia un surriscaldamento con la stagnola e quindi il rischio che si bruci tutto. È solo un mio pensiero personale ma mi piacerebbe informarmi con qualche tecnico del mestiere. Grazie e buona giornata.
@renascott78322 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@smartfoxofficial2 жыл бұрын
Your Welcome :)
@cristianorodrigues42612 жыл бұрын
Ótimo vídeo , uma vez tive essa idéia , só que usei um pequeno pedaço de fio. 👍
@soniad.98212 жыл бұрын
Gracias por el Consejo!! 👍😊
@user-tx1qq3nd5v2 жыл бұрын
В этом вся Европа, о этом в России знают со 2 класса а здесь 19000 лайков . Мы можем спать спокойно.
@EndofanAge2 жыл бұрын
I tried everything you just saved me with this thank you so much I liked and subscribed
@MjrNiGhTmArE2 жыл бұрын
Back in my day, we actually had to get up to change the channels. And don’t get me started on those damn rabbit ears.
@JRPLawyeress12 жыл бұрын
I love all your helpful ideas. I share them.
@smartfoxofficial2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much :)
@ciceraoliveira56442 жыл бұрын
Obrigada pelas dicas 💐
@armandodonofrio74682 жыл бұрын
very good idea
@dorothyschmidt53392 жыл бұрын
Does the foil go on the positive or negative pole ?
@llpz81072 жыл бұрын
Buen video, aqui usan las bateras hasta que ya no sirven.
@edstomski88532 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@juanperez-bo5gd2 жыл бұрын
Le doy mi like. Esto demuestra que no se necesita algo súper elaborado para hacer un muy buen video👍👍
@privatesector04222 жыл бұрын
It's always better to use the bright batteries.
@worrywart13112 жыл бұрын
But I had to cut the foil from my hat and now that doesn't work properly!
@wagnerz2 жыл бұрын
Caramba! Nossa tecnologia de décadas finalmente chegou na gringa! Kkkkk