Battery life is a very tricky subject. As many people as many suggestions, so we studied the claims of battery guides recommended by different experts. Then also consulted the suggestions given by mobile phone manufacturing companies. Let us know further about those methods through which you can improve the battery life of your device.
Before you follow the tips, it is very important to know some facts. Lithium-ion batteries are used in our smartphones, tablets and laptops. The capacity of these batteries reduces with time.
By following the suggestions given below, you can slow down this process but not stop it completely. Batteries are designed to retain 80 percent of their capacity for regular charge cycles. This number may be higher for larger batteries or the more expensive batteries found in tablets and laptops. For example, Apple claims that the iPhone retains 80 percent of its capacity for up to 500 charge cycles, while for the iPad and MacBook this number is 1000.
Now this question might be arising in your mind, “What is this charge cycle?” The battery completes one charge cycle when you charge it up to 100 percent, then use it completely and bring it down to zero. If you charge it only till 50 percent and then use it completely then half charge cycle is completed. Well, in reality things are a bit more complicated, but it is important for initial understanding. This means that you can't repeatedly avoid charge cycles by fully charging your phone again after its battery reaches 90 percent. By doing this 10 times the charge cycle is completed.
Tips to increase battery life
You can't change the laws of physics, but you can definitely reduce the damage caused to the battery during regular use. You just have to be aware of some things, like temperature and charge level of the mobile phone. To keep your battery healthy, you have to keep these things in mind.
1. Take care of the temperature
Temperature has a big impact on the battery of any device. If you live in a place where the temperature often exceeds 35 degrees or even below zero, the battery capacity will decrease rapidly. If possible, the phone or tablet should be protected from direct sunlight and freezing cold. Although extreme heat is more harmful to battery capacity than extreme cold, both are harmful. Battery University has given an excellent guide to increasing battery life, through which you can know about the effect of temperature on battery capacity.
2. Partial Discharge vs Full Discharge
Well, by now you might have been advised many times to charge the phone after it is completely discharged, but the reality is that partial discharge cycles are better than full discharge cycles in many ways. Although this is not the case with all lithium-ion batteries, it is generally useful to keep the battery charged in the range of 40-80 percent. This means that as soon as your phone's battery reaches 40 percent, put it on charge and remove it from charge as soon as it reaches 80 percent. Although this may be slightly different in different devices, there will have to be coordination regarding all this. Practical use will also have to be kept in mind. Suppose you are going somewhere and will not be able to use the charger for a long time, in such a situation you need to recharge your phone up to 100 percent instead of getting stuck in the numbers game.
3. Do not leave the phone connected to the charger all the time
Even though the phone's battery is fully charged, leaving it plugged in to the charger is harmful to the battery life. Battery University says that overcharging is not good for the health of the battery. There are some benefits to not allowing a full charge, with some companies deliberately lowering the charge threshold to extend battery life. Li-ion batteries do not overcharge, and it is essential to remove the battery from the charger once it is fully charged. Constantly charging a fully charged battery causes metallic lithium to form in the plating, compromising your safety.
While this advice is easy to follow for smartphones and especially tablets, it is not practical for laptops. If you leave your laptop constantly charging, it will damage your battery in the long run. It would be better if you occasionally discharge your battery up to 40 percent. On the other hand, discharging the battery once it is 100% charged will use up the charge cycle, which is also harmful in the long run. The best option is to be practical. Discharge it occasionally, but you also have to take care of your usage. Suppose you have to attend a meeting, it would be better if the battery remains fully charged at that time.
4. Avoid using ultra-fast chargers
Some devices can be charged quickly by using ultra-fast chargers, but this is not good for the health of your device in the long run. Battery University has good advice on this topic, “If an underpowered engine is towing a large vehicle, the pressure on it is too high and the engine will not last very long.”
5. Do not use fake chargers
You can buy a fake charger from any roadside shop for just Rs 50. And will use it to charge the phone bought for Rs 50,000, but we would not suggest doing so at all. Apple even ran a third-party charger trade-in program to ensure its customers used only genuine chargers.
6. Medium-to Long-Term Storage
If you are not going to use your device for some time, then you should keep the battery up to 50 percent before switching it off. Or if you're going on a long trip and want to keep your phone in storage, most companies recommend that you keep the device in a cool place (below 32 degrees Celsius) and ideally The battery is half charged.
It is written in Apple's battery guide that if you are not going to use your device for more than 6 months, then you should charge it 50 percent every 6 months. No matter what brand of device you have, definitely follow this suggestion.
Sadly, batteries have a limited life, after which they will degrade and cannot be stopped. However, by following these simple tips, you can keep it in use for a little longer.