If your mobile’s battery is draining very quickly, then there could be not just one but many reasons behind it. Know those reasons and how to remove it.
Battery Saving Tips: Smartphone is an important part of our everyday life. From banking to office work, studies, entertainment and social media, almost everything is done through mobile. During this period, we often hear complaints that the mobile battery runs out very quickly. If your phone also has to be charged again and again, then the reason for this is not just the old battery. Many times, due to some of our habits and mobile settings, the battery drains.
1. High screen brightness
The phone screen consumes the most battery. If the brightness is always at 100%, the battery will drain faster. For example, if we watch videos at high brightness throughout the day, our mobile will discharge quickly compared to general use.
What to do for this?
To ensure longer battery life, use auto brightness immediately or lower brightness as needed.
2. Apps running in the background
Many apps keep running in the background even after closing them. They use internet, location and processor, due to which the battery continues to be consumed. For example, some apps providing messaging, social media or weather updates keep updating themselves from time to time.
3. Weak Network Signal
If there is mobile network week in your area, then the mobile tries to search for network again and again. This consumes more battery. For example, in basements, elevators, hilly areas or remote areas, the battery drains sooner than the regular one.
4. Always keep GPS, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi on
When location, Bluetooth or Wi-Fi are constantly on, the mobile keeps performing many tasks in the background. Keeping them off when not needed saves battery.
5. Due to old or bad battery
Every smartphone battery has a lifespan. Generally Lithium-ion batteries lose their power over time. If the mobile is 2–3 years old, then you will not be able to get as much battery backup as before.
6. Playing more games and watching videos
High-graphics games, 4K videos, video editing and using the camera for a long time put more pressure on the processor. Due to this, the battery drains rapidly and the mobile also gets heated. For example, if someone plays an online game continuously for an hour, the battery will drain faster compared to normal use.
7. Excessive heating of mobile
Heat is the biggest enemy of the battery. If the mobile is exposed to sunlight for a long time or becomes too hot during charging, the battery power gradually reduces.
8. Outdated software or bad apps
Sometimes, due to some app glitch or old operating system, the battery drains quickly. That is why mobile and apps should be updated from time to time.
9. Always-On Display and High Refresh Rate
Nowadays, many smartphones come with features like Always-On Display and 90Hz, 120Hz or 144Hz Refresh Rate. These make the mobile smoother, but in some cases can also increase battery consumption.
10. Not using battery saving mode
Often smartphones have Battery Saver or Power Saving Mode. When the battery is low, using this feature reduces background activities and can help the battery last longer.
Easy tips to increase battery life
- Keep screen brightness low.
- Keep GPS and Bluetooth off when not needed.
- Close useless apps running in the background.
- Keep your phone and apps updated.
- Use the original charger.
- Keep the phone from getting too hot.
- Turn on Battery Saver Mode if needed.
Is it right to charge mobile overnight?
Most smartphones have a smart charging system, which controls the charging speed after the battery is 100%. But charging for a long time affects the life of the battery. Therefore, where possible, it is best to charge the mobile at normal temperature.
Content Sources: Google Android Help, Apple Support, Samsung Support, Battery University, GSMA (Global System for Mobile Communications Association).