How to Keep Your Phone Battery Healthy for Longer
All phone batteries wear out over time, but a few habits can slow the process and keep your phone useful for longer.
Avoid extreme heat
Heat is hard on batteries. Do not leave your phone in a hot car or under direct sun, and remove thick cases if the phone gets very warm while charging.
Charge sensibly
- Avoiding constant 0 percent and 100 percent can reduce stress on the battery
- Use optimized or limited charging features if your phone has them
- Use a reputable charger and cable
Reduce unnecessary drain
- Lower screen brightness or use auto-brightness
- Close apps that run in the background without need
- Turn off location access for apps that do not need it
- Use low power mode when you need extra hours
Keep software updated
Updates often include battery and performance improvements. Check for updates regularly.
Check battery health
Both iPhone and Android phones have battery health or diagnostics options in settings. If capacity has dropped a lot, a battery replacement can be cheaper than a new phone.
For long trips, a portable charger helps. See our guide to choosing a portable power bank for travel.
