Fresh off the wire is the announcement of Newertech’s Nupower Video+ iPod battery pack. At the ridiculously low price of $49.99, it’s one of the cheapest iPod battery packs on the market today. But just because it’s cheap doesn’t mean it sucks. The Nupower Video+ can provide up to 80 frickin’ hours of extra music listening or an additional 16 hours of video viewing.

Talk about a godsend for long flights! This is the perfect accessory for an iPod Video. It’s cheap, portable, rechargeable, and really gives your iPod a boost of energy. If you’re looking to pick one up, they’re available now online at Newertech.com.