HABITS THAT DESTROY THE LIFESPAN OF YOUR SMARTPHONE BATTERY.
The battery of your mobile phone can be compare to the battery of a car. For a car to function properly it needs active battery and without a battery a car cannot start. Likewise without a phone battery the phone itself is useless. So battery is an integral part of the mobile phone.
All batteries have an expiry date, Same is true for smartphones’ batteries as well. However, the way you use your smartphone also goes a long way in deciding the longevity of your device’s battery.
Here, charging habits as well as the chargers you use also play an important role. For example, leaving your phone charging through the night is sure to hurt the battery’s health in the long run. Similarly, using cheap chargers are dangerous both for your smartphone and its battery.
So, here are some of the habits that unknowingly destroy the lifespan of your phone and advices on how to charge your smartphone and make its battery last longer.
POINT 1: Avoid buying cheap chargers from unidentified manufacturers;
Many are used to buy chargers or fairly used chargers from open vendors just because they are cheap. These chargers do not include any safety mechanisms to protect against electricity fluctuation and over charging. Adapter failure could permanently damage the battery of the phone and the phone itself. So it best to avoid buying cheap chargers from unknown manufacturer as this could put your phone at risk.
POINT 2: Do not charge your phone with the protective case;
Many are unaware that charging phones with their protective case can affects the battery. It is recommended that you remove the phone’s protective case while charging. It is natural for the battery to become slightly warm, but the case may act as a barrier and slow down heat dissipation. If possible, flip the phone over and place it on a soft cloth to protect the display.
POINT 3: Fast phone chargers do not indicate the best chargers;
I have heard expression such as I love that charger because it charges the battery of my phone faster. Well that may be seen as false indication. The reason is because using a fast charger might not be the best thing for your battery’s health.
This process involves a higher voltage to be sent to the phone’s battery, which results in a rapid rise in temperature. Opt for a normal charging cycle, if your smartphone provides this option in its battery settings. Alternatively, switch to an approved matching regular charger.
In case your phone heats up abnormally, immediately keep the power button pressed for a few seconds till the display switches off. Allow the device to return to room temperature before powering it up.
POINT 4: Never leave your phone charging through the night;
This is the most common form of habit people engaged in. Allowing your phone to charge all through the night or overcharging it can be dangerous to the battery health.
POINT 5: Avoid using third-party battery apps;
Avoid using third-party battery apps. Most of them affect battery life negatively as they constantly run in the background, aggressively shut down other apps; some take over the lockscreen to load advertisements and even recommend apps that will further optimise your smartphone. Also, do not fall for the browser ads that con you into installing an app because your phone is “apparently” low on memory.
POINT 6: Try charging your smartphone’s battery up to at least 80%;
Many may feel this point or suggestion is awkward because not many can be patient to sometimes leave their phone to charge up to 80% before they start using it. Whenever you charge, ensure that your battery reaches at least 80% charge. It is not necessary that it should always be topped up to maximum.
POINT 7: Avoid constant recharging of your phone battery;
Allow the battery to discharge to around 20% before you plug it in. Constant and unnecessary recharges shorten the lifespan of the battery. On the flip side, avoid allowing the battery to lose all power.
POINT 8: Buy power banks that state protection against voltage surge, short circuit, over current and over charging;
To back up your phone battery invest in power banks that promise protection against voltage surge, short circuit, over-current and over charging. These features ensure that the battery pack lasts longer, and they also protect your phone’s battery from overcharging and heating.
POINT 9: Avoid using smartphone while it is connected to power bank;
This is another common form of habit engaged by many. Avoid using your handset while it is connected to the power bank. Using the device in this mode will increase the internal temperatures and shorten battery life.
POINT 10: Avoid using different charging cables or cable from another phone brand to charge your phone;
For example do not use Samsung smartphone charger to charge Infinix android phone. Always use the charger that comes with the brand of the phone. This makes your battery to last long.
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