It’s evident that many smartphone users, particularly in Nigeria, face serious battery issues. These problems often stem from either inferior and substandard batteries produced by certain manufacturers or the challenges posed by unreliable electricity.
To address these challenges, experts in the technology field have identified some solutions. Many users who have applied these techniques have reported noticeable improvements in battery life.
Here are some strategies to help your battery last longer:
1. Turn on Low Power Mode
Turning on Low Power Mode is an easy way to conserve battery, a feature introduced in iOS 9. While your device may prompt you to switch to this mode when the battery drops below 20%, you can also manually activate it at any time. Navigate to Settings > Battery and enable it. For convenience, you can add it to your Control Center.
Low Power Mode reduces display brightness, optimizes performance, and minimizes system animations. Some apps, like Mail, won’t download content in the background. You can still text, make calls, and receive data while Low Power Mode is on. It just limits some functions until the battery is charged above 80%.
2. Limit Media Consumption
Watching media and playing games on your smartphone drastically drains the battery. An hour-long video or online gaming session can quickly reduce your charge. To mitigate this, reduce your consumption. If you must watch videos or play games, decrease the brightness and resolution, and opt for less intensive games whenever possible.
3. Stop Using Location Settings
Your smartphone’s ability to track your location via LTE, GPS, and sensors is a powerful feature that consumes battery life. Avoid keeping the Maps app open or using other location-based apps when your battery is low. You can disable GPS under Settings > Maps > Location by selecting Never.
4. Dial Down the Brightness
Bright screens consume battery faster. Reduce the brightness via the Control Center—look for the vertical bar with the sun icon and drag it down. Prevent automatic changes by disabling Automatic Brightness in Settings > Brightness.
5. Switch to Dark Mode
Switching to Dark Mode, available from iOS 13 onwards, can significantly extend battery life. A test showed that battery life could be extended by up to 30%. Enable Dark Mode through the Control Center or under Settings > Display & Brightness. You can also schedule Dark Mode activation for certain times of the day.
6. Lose the LTE
Maintaining a cell service connection depletes the battery, as the phone constantly processes data. In extreme cases, or if you anticipate being out of service, consider disabling 4G/LTE via the Control Center or Settings > Cellular. Adjust settings to allow data use only over Wi-Fi for certain apps.
7. Turn Off Everything But the Phone
To maximize battery life, consider turning off all non-essential functions. Stop background activities under Settings > General > Background App Refresh. Disable notifications through Settings > Notifications. Finally, activate Airplane Mode from Settings or the Control Center to halt all communications.
For additional tips on ensuring you have a reliable power source, you might find these insights on buying an original power bank for your smartphone helpful.
These proactive measures can collectively enhance your smartphone’s battery longevity, ensuring it lasts throughout the day or during essential activities.
