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Understanding iPhone Battery Life and Charging Habits
It can be frustrating to see your new iPhone’s battery life depleting faster than expected after spending a significant amount of money on it. Various factors can contribute to the quality and longevity of your iPhone’s battery life.
“Does leaving your iPhone plugged in overnight after it’s fully charged cause any damage? Similarly, can the charger get damaged if it’s left plugged in when not being used? Thank you.” — Gail, Clifton, NJ
Here’s the brief answer to your query, Gail. While this habit may not necessarily harm your iPhone, it can affect your phone’s battery lifespan. Your phone is smart enough to stop charging once its lithium-ion battery reaches 100%. However, if it’s continuously plugged in, it will keep topping up the battery every time it drops down to 99%, thereby potentially reducing your phone’s lifespan. In terms of your second inquiry, your charger will not get damaged if left plugged in when not in use. It only consumes power when it’s connected to a device that needs charging.
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Most smartphones, including iPhones, are powered by lithium batteries as they are lightweight, longer-lasting, and super quick to charge. The life of the battery is determined by its chemical age, which in turn is influenced by its temperature and charging history. By being mindful of the way and frequency of charging, you can extend your battery’s lifespan. Let’s delve into some tips to take care of your phone’s battery life.
Top Tips for Safeguarding your iPhone’s Battery Health
Maximize your iPhone’s battery life by applying these 10 essential tips to ensure optimum performance and safe use.
- Prevent your iPhone from overheating due to external or internal temperatures. If your phone tends to heat up while charging and it’s encased, remove the cover to provide adequate ventilation.
- Avoid using your iPhone while it’s charging. Using a phone while it’s being charged can cause it to overwork, increase its temperature, and potentially cause stress or damage.
- Never opt for cheap wall plug chargers. Even though branded chargers can be expensive, they have circuits specifically designed to prevent your phone from overcharging, overheating, or short-circuiting.
- Discourage the use of third-party apps for assessing battery performance. These apps can drain your battery further and expose your device to potential malware threats.
- Always turn off the ‘Background App Refresh’ feature for apps you rarely use or when your battery life is running low.
- Use only official chargers and cables. For non-Apple accessories, ensure they are Apple MFi certified, and for Android accessories, ensure they are USB-IF certified.
- If you have an iPhone, optimize battery charging. This feature reduces wear on your battery by reducing the time it stays fully charged. When this feature is enabled, it restricts your phone from charging beyond 80%.
- Check which apps and processes are draining your battery. By identifying resource-hungry apps, you can close them or use them sparingly when you need to conserve battery life.
- Be selective while choosing portable battery chargers for on-the-go use. While they can be beneficial, they may also cause damage. Always choose established and Apple MFi-certified or USB-IF certified brands.
- Finally, adjust your screen brightness. The simpler the settings, the less battery power the phone consumes.
Concluding Thoughts
There are numerous ways to maintain your phone’s battery life. While many approaches are simple and free, some may require additional purchases. By implementing these tips, you can ensure your phone’s battery life stays healthy.
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