There’s no quicker way to negatively affect your Android battery than by committing common charging mistakes. The problem with these mistakes isn’t that we make them — it’s that we repeatedly make them since we charge our phones daily (and sometimes a few times each day). Using the wrong kind of charger for a few weeks or charging your phone up to 100 percent a few times isn’t going to have a lasting impact. But, over time, the same error will begin to cause wear and tear on your battery and can lead to slow, but sure, batter depletion.
Treat your Android phone and its battery right by avoiding these three common charging mistakes. You’ll save Android battery life and enjoy a more efficient phone experience.
1. Charging in Extreme Temperatures
Try to avoid charging your Android in either extremely hot or extremely cold environments. Hot temps can cause your battery to overheat, and this can happen faster than you think if you charge your phone in direct sunlight or in a hot car. If you charge your phone in very cold temps, your battery’s chemical reactions can slow down and charging can become less efficient. Android batteries work best when kept between the temperatures 32°F to 95°F or 0°C to 35°C.
Charging to 100 Percent
Repeatedly charging your Android to 100 percent puts needless stress on your phone’s battery. It can also generate heat, which isn’t ideal for your phone. You need only charge your phone between 20 and 80 percent for it to operate efficiently.
3. Using Cheap Phone Chargers
There are a few reasons why it isn’t the best idea to use cheap phone chargers when powering up your Android. These chargers can provide poor and insufficient charging speed, or charge your phone too quickly for its needs, which can add heat to your device’s battery. Android recommends using a charging cable from a reputable, high-quality brand. Examples include Samsung, Anker, and Belkin.
