Ive had the smae experience with the Duracell batteries. Note that this voids the warranty on most electronic items where a battery has been found to have leaked in the device. I thought Duracell was "Guaranteed not to leak". I always prefer Energizers but dont use recycled batteries because I know they wont work. Try the Lithium batteries, they do not have the same electrolytic composition as regular alkaline batteries . Sorry, its Energizer thats guaranteed not to leak
http://www.energizer.com/about...s/no-leaks-guarantee