How to save battery power on Android

Despite great advances in technology, the low battery life of smartphones remains an unsolved problem. Constant updates and software requirements limit the device’s capabilities. This means that users should always try to fully charge the battery before leaving home, or take the charger with them.

In addition, keep in mind that battery efficiency gradually decreases with use.

Luckily, Android has features that you can take advantage of to maximize battery efficiency. There are also some measures that you need to follow in order to extend the life of your battery, and with it, its efficiency. Likewise, there are quite a few apps on the Play Store that promise to save battery life, and while not all of them work with any device, some of them may prove useful.

How to save battery life on Android

Reduce screen brightness

The first thing you need to do is to reduce the brightness of the screen. The display is the component that consumes the most battery power.

Although the reduced brightness may seem uncomfortable at first, after a few days you will have no problem getting used to it. You’ll notice that the battery lasts much longer and, as a bonus, you’ll feel that using your phone has become less tiring for your eyes.

Close background apps that are not in use

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Android almost always leaves apps you’ve been using open in the background so you can open them faster later. However, this takes up RAM and therefore wastes battery power. But there are those who note that re-opening apps from scratch consumes the same (or several) levels of charge as using them in the background.

Still, it’s best to close apps that you won’t use again for at least a certain period of time, such as the Play Store, Gmail or Google Maps.

Disable unnecessary features

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Nowadays, there are many utilities in smartphones, which is a big plus. But it is also true that most of them are rarely or not used at all. Turn off anything you don’t currently need, such as NFC, mobile data, vibration, etc.

Smartphone settings

Uninstall or disable unnecessary apps

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Many applications run when the device is turned on and run in the background by default. To avoid this, it is best to remove or deactivate applications that you do not need and save the main ones for the system and your own use.

Use black background and night mode applications

As mentioned before, the screen is the component of a cell phone that consumes the most battery. A very useful technique is to use a black background. This, in addition to reducing battery consumption, adds a sleek and minimalistic design to the phone that you might like.

Another trick that will work is to use dark mode (or night mode) in all applications that have this option. This will greatly reduce battery consumption. Also, like low brightness, dark mode helps reduce eye strain if you normally use your cell phone at night.

Black background and night mode apps

Set the battery saving mode

Android has a battery saver mode that basically limits app usage and their network access when the screen is off. It is important to turn this feature on and set it up, as it does its job well.

Optimization of data and Wi-Fi use

It is important to always use Wi-Fi instead of mobile data, if at all possible. It is even recommended to turn off the mobile network if you only receive calls through apps such as WhatsApp.

Disable automatic updates

The topic of automatic updates is delicate. This feature can drain your battery at inconvenient times, even though it makes the app store easier to use. So your best bet is to turn off automatic updates and update everything manually at least once a month.

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External factors

After about a year and a half, the battery starts to wear out a lot. There are basic precautions you can take to significantly extend the life of your battery.

One of these measures, and perhaps the most important, is to charge your phone optimally. That is, you should unplug your battery when you are done charging it. In addition, it is highly recommended that you do not allow the charge level to exceed 90%, and let it drop to less than 10% (not reaching 0%) before recharging.

Likewise, temperature is an important factor to consider. Batteries store electrical energy, and heat is an energy exchange that is reflected in a rise in temperature. In other words, the heat generated by the battery is energy that you won’t be able to use on your cell phone. To avoid this, keep it in a cool place and do not cover it while charging.

One of the most common mistakes is using non-original chargers. This greatly affects the battery because each charger is specifically designed to meet the requirements of a particular piece of equipment. Using other chargers can overload the battery because their voltage and amperage are different from what is required.

Another battery care measure is to periodically restart your phone. With regular use, it is recommended that you restart your smartphone every 2 or 3 weeks.

This is because, as explained above, Android saves open apps in the background. Restarting it can help free up RAM, resulting in lower battery and resource consumption.

If none of the above tips work for you, as a last resort, replace the battery. However, it is important to purchase the battery directly from the manufacturer and make sure it is suitable for your device. Otherwise, it may cause permanent damage to your smartphone.