Since mobile phones are now necessary for everyday tasks, users are looking for devices with lengthy battery lives. However, there are misunderstandings regarding phone charging as a result of the lack of replaceable batteries and the quick development of technology.
Phones’ lithium-ion batteries degrade with time, making it challenging to extend battery life. Even with the newest features, a phone is useless if its battery doesn’t last. Therefore, for optimum performance, it is critical to give the battery life of your phone first priority.
Here are a few tips on how to charge your phone correctly to make your phone battery last longer.
Charge phone between 20% and 80%
It is advised to charge your phone at 20% and up to 80–90% charge, particularly when using rapid charging, to preserve the health of your battery. This is especially important because charging from 0% might slow down fast charging and produce heat. Overcharging the battery is not a possibility, though. In order to maintain battery health, modern phones come with built-in capabilities that can turn off the device before it reaches 0%, stop charging when the battery is nearly full, and notify users when the device is too hot before shutting off. Modern lithium-ion batteries are susceptible to harm; thus, you must avoid letting your phone die before charging it again.
Use original chargers
Manufacturers use chargers with different standards, voltage, and intensity, resulting in less satisfactory or slower charging. It is recommended to use an official charger or one recommended by the manufacturer for your mobile model. Knock-off chargers are unsafe for both the phone and user due to improper insulation, high risk of short circuits and fires, especially in humid environments. Low-quality cables are also not recommended for use.
Unplug phone after charging
When a phone’s battery reaches 99% while charging overnight, trickle charging takes place, resulting in the device restarting. Nevertheless, this procedure produces heat, which may harm the battery if the room is warm or if something is set on top of it. To prevent this, make sure your phone is out of its cover and exposed to the air, ideally in an area with good ventilation. If you wake up during the night, unplug your phone and use a smart charger that will shut off automatically when the battery reaches a specific percentage of charge.
Don’t use your phone while charging, and avoid fast charging
It is not recommended that you use your phone while charging its battery. Using the battery while charging can damage it and result in overheating. If at all possible, keep your phone at rest while it charges. Fast charging technology is a feature of some cell phone models. It is advised that you use it only when required because it shortens the battery’s usable life and produces significant wear and tear.
Keep your battery cool while charging your phone
To keep your phone battery cool while charging, remove the case, avoid poor ventilation, and charge in a cool and dry place. Avoid using your phone for extended periods to prevent heat generation from the screen and other components. Reduce background apps, screen brightness, and location services. Turn on Airplane mode to prevent overheating and charge faster. This saves battery by automatically turning off cellular data and charging faster on low power mode. Additionally, reduce the number of apps running in the background and turn off location services.
