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Charging your cell phone is part of everyday life, but many of us still make mistakes that can shorten the battery’s life.
Here are the most common mistakes you should avoid to protect your battery:
Charging for too long
One of the biggest mistakes is to leave your phone on the charger long after it has reached 100%. Modern cell phones have lithium-ion batteries, which do not always benefit from being fully charged.
To prolong the battery’s life, try to remove your phone from the charger as soon as it is fully charged.
Charging in warm places
Many people charge their cell phones in bed or under a pillow, which can lead to overheating. When charging, the phone gets warm, and if it is in a place where the heat cannot escape, the risk of overheating and even fire increases.
Place the phone on a solid, excellent surface, such as a bedside table, while charging.
Cheap charging cables and plugs
Buying cheap charging cables and plugs is tempting, but this can cost you more in the long run. Cheap wires can be poorly constructed and provide inefficient power, which can damage the battery or cause the cable to heat up while charging.
Invest in cables and plugs from reliable manufacturers to ensure safe and efficient charging.
Using battery-saving apps
Many believe that battery-saving apps can help extend battery life, but these apps are often ineffective and can even be harmful.
Especially on iPhones, these apps have limited access to the necessary functions.
On Android devices, they can access more system settings, but it’s best to avoid them and adjust the settings manually instead.
Charging and streaming at the same time
Using your phone intensively while charging, such as streaming videos or playing graphics-intensive games, can lead to overheating.
This additional heat can affect the battery’s life. Avoid using the phone for demanding tasks while charging.
Frequent short charging
Some believe it’s best to charge your phone in short bursts several times a day, but it’s better to let the battery drop to around 20–30% and recharge to 80–90%. This helps maintain the battery’s health and performance over time.
By avoiding these common mistakes, you can extend the life of your phone’s battery and ensure that your device performs at its best.
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