A phone battery can run down quickly when the screen, apps, and wireless connections are using more power than you expect. Try these five simple adjustments before assuming you need a new battery.
1. Lower your screen brightness
The display is often one of the biggest users of battery power. Turn on adaptive brightness or lower it manually when you are indoors.
2. Check which apps use the most battery
Open your phone’s battery settings to see which apps used the most power recently. If an app is unusually high, check whether it needs to run in the background.
3. Shorten the screen timeout
Set your screen to turn off sooner when you are not using it. A shorter timeout prevents the display from staying on after you put the phone down.
4. Use a stable connection
A phone may use more power while searching for a weak mobile signal. When appropriate, connect to reliable Wi-Fi and switch off connections you are not using.
5. Turn on power saving mode when needed
Power saving mode can reduce background activity and help your phone last longer when you cannot charge it soon. Some notifications or app updates may arrive later while it is on.
If battery life has suddenly become much worse, check for a recent app or system change. If the battery drains quickly even with light use, consider having the phone checked by its manufacturer or an authorized service provider.
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